CALL, Alvin, 82, passed away January 11, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Gerline; and daughter, Linda. He is survived by his son, Roger and his wife, Anna. The family will receive friends today from 2 to 6 p.m. at The Billups Funeral Home, 2500 E. Marshall St. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Montrose Presbyterian Church, 4800 Brittles Lane, Richmond, Va. 23231. |
George Bernard (Roy) Argabright, of Roanoke County, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 10, 2010. He was 53 years old and was retired from the United States Air Force, stationed at Dyess Air Force Base. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Argabright Reed. He is survived by three sisters, Lou Emma Richards, of Roanoke, Va., Mary P. Blake, of Pulaski, Va., and Ida P. Nanny, of Draper, Va. Services will be held at noon on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Ave. Dr. Ken Scoggins will officiate. Interment will follow in Rest Vale Cemetery, Floyd County. Friends may call at Oakey's South Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
Barbara E. Jikomes, Our beloved mother, Barbara Elaine Zampini Jikomes, 74, of Charlottesville, went home be with the Lord on January 9, 2010., She was born on September 15, 1935, the daughter of the late William M. and Clara M. Roark., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Jikomes; a daughter, Virginia Zampini; three brothers, John, James and Randy Roark; a grandson, Joey Quade; a great- granddaughter, Imani Douglas; and a son-in-law, Richard Dewey., She is survived by five children, Debra Deane and her husband, Buddy, Rhonda Quade and her husband, Joe, William Zampini III, Clara Dewey and Fannie Breeden; and her husband, Joe; two sisters, Mary Hurlburt of Bosque, New Mexico, and Helen Ford of Charlottesville; a brother, Jack Roark of Charlottesville; one aunt, Gladys Thompson of Charlottesville; 18 grandchildren; 25 great- grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews., While Barbara worked many jobs throughout her life, her most important was caring for her family. She was a life-long resident of Charlottesville and graduated from Lane High School in 1954. She was a passionate gardener who loved her flowers. Her dreams where only to see her flowers bloom in the spring. "Mom, we will see you in each of them"., Barbara's children will forever remember their mother calling out to them "Debbie, Ronnie, Bill, Darlene, Pam" all in one breath., The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens., Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
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Benjamin Michael Blankenship BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Benjamin Michael Blankenship will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, with Rev. Brenda Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Page, Va. Pallbearers will be Nolan Strouth, Michael Kiser, Kenneth Wells, Joshua Scalf, David Woodward, Tim Asbury, Johnnie Lovelace, Rob Ray, Gary Sykes, J.P. Blankenship and Steve Gupton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dennis Leonard, James Blankenship, Howard Blankenship, Greever Asbury, Frankie Slaughter Jr., Bill Eyestone and Buchanan One coal miners. Mr. Benjamin Michael Blankenship, age 33, passed away Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, in a Bristol Tennessee hospital. |
Bernice G. Wood |
Jan 13, 2010 The funeral for Bernice Geneva Wood, 92, of 1120 River Road, South Boston, and formerly of Martinsville, who died Jan. 10, 2010, at Woodview Nursing Home, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at The Berry Hill Baptist Church in South Boston with Bishop John A. Miller officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. today at Dunn and Sons Funeral Home in Halifax. She was born Dec. 3, 1917, to J.T. Logan and Carrie Logan. She retired from Halifax Community Hospital, where she was a nurse. She was a member of the Carrie L. Logan 240 Order of the Eastern Star of Virginia P.H.A.; and she was a member of The Berry Hill Baptist Church and was a church clerk. Surviving are a daughter, Carrie McFail of Richmond; a son, Fred Wood of Chesapeake; a brother, Carroll Logan of Brooklyn, N.Y.; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. Hairston Funeral Home in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. |
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elijah Boone., Surviving family members who are left with fond memories include two sisters, Alice B. Maxwell of New York, N.Y., and Edna Lomax of Hampton; four sisters-in-law; nieces, Leona Maxwell Taylor (Calvin) of Charles City, Va., and Bernice 'Billie' Williams (David) of Bronx, N.Y.; great-niece, Monique Foster Matthew (Uchendu) of Laurel, Md.; and a great-nephew, Salam Foster of Charles City; a host of other family and friends., The viewing will be held 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Emmanuel Chapel Church of Christ Holiness USA in Hampton, Va. Burial to follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. The Boone family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. (757) 728-0122 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Esther Randozzo Boone, 56, of Covington, Va., died on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Va., 540-962-2201., Make a memorial contribution |
She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Mary Henderson., She is survived by her husband of 44 years, William H. Verser Jr.; her son, Joseph F. Verser and her daughter, Mary E. Verser both of Newport News., A Memorial Service celebrating her life will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at First Baptist Church by the Rev. Dennis Adams. A reception at the church will follow the service., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church Benevolent Fund, 12716 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23606. The Verser family would like to extend a special thank you to Mary Immaculate Hospice for all of their special care and kindness. |
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LEE - In loving memory of Charles T. Lee Jr. who passed away two years ago. Time may pass, and tears may fade, but in our hearts, you will always stay. Love, Your Wife, Marion & Family |
Christine Margaret Cadd, 92, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2010. Services will be conducted at noon on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Calvin Wayne "Dickie" Ray, 64, of North Garden, died on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at his residence., He was born on April 30, 1945, in Albemarle County, a son of the late Clinton M. Ray and Nellie Sprouse Ray., He was a self employed General Contractor for over 30 years., Calvin was a wonderful father and husband, a born again Christian, a Baptist and Democrat, in that order. He was an ordained Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and Baptist Men Director at Ridgecrest Baptist Church. He was past president of the Albemarle County Fair and served on their Board of Directors for 17 years., He is survived by his wife Judy Marion Ray; three daughters, Billie Taylor and her husband, Wayne, of Lovingston, Kim Dulany and her husband, Doug, of Cabot, Arkansas, Jackie Agee and her husband, J.C., of North Garden; two sons, Calvin Ray II, and his wife, Tina, of Esmont, and John Ray of Charlottesville. His best friend and brother, Mitch Ray of Schuyler; two sisters, Kitty Sandridge and Theresa Martin, both of Charlottesville; grandchildren, Madelyn Taylor, Erik Dulany, Patrick Taylor, Aaron Dulany, C.W. Ray III, Alexis Ray, Nadia Ray, Sammy Ray, Lucas Agee, and Cloressa Agee; as well as numerous nieces and nephews., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, in the social hall of Ridgecrest Baptist Church for a celebration of Calvin's life., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Ridgecrest Baptist Church with Pastor David Christian officiating. Interment will be at the church cemetery., The body will lie in state one hour before time of service., The family suggests that memorials take the form of contributions to Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 14654 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 22949., The family wishes to thank Dr. Peter Ham of Crossroads Family Practice and to Jerome of Lincare for there care of Calvin., Arrangements by Wells/ Sheffield Funeral Chapel of Lovingston 434-263-4097. |
from 10 a.m. to noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Christiansburg Rescue Squad, Christiansburg Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice. The Carner family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
Carolyn H. Hodge 3/24/1940 - 1/11/2009 The pain and emptiness of losing you is sometimes unbearable. You, as a wife, mother and grandmother, taught us all so very much. We miss your guidance and your smile. You have left us all with so many beautiful memories that we will cherish forever. Love, Tom, Kim, Brenda, Cindy, Walter, Richard and Steven |
HAMPTON - Carrie Shirley Baker, daughter of the late Atwell and Mary Williams, was born on Dec. 20, 1933, in Newport News, Va. She was called home on Jan. 4, 2010., She leaves to cherish her memories husband, Nathaniel; five children, Maryann, Emma, Denise, Donna, and Glen; four stepchildren; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephew, cousins and friends. |
SURRY - Catherine Sykes Williams entered into eternal rest on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, after a lengthy battle with breast cancer., She was born on July 26, 1939, to the late Richard Branch and Nannie Sykes Branch., Catherine 'Mel' was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Jonathan Anderson and LaNeyseya Overton., She leaves to cherish her memories, a very devoted friend for 40 years, Dosson Smith; five devoted daughters, Maxine Williams of Smithfield, Angela Overton and Terri Williams of Surry, Crystal Johnson of Emporia and Sharon Parker (Kenneth) of Dendron; two devoted sons, John Williams (Shanita) of Surry and Aaron Brown of Newport News; two brothers, Joe 'Pete' Sykes of Virginia Beach and Henry Sykes of California; a half brother, Thomas 'Bitty Boy' of Murfreesboro, N.C.; 18 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends., A Homegoing Celebration will be held noon Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. Interment will be in Mt. Ray Cemetery. Viewing and visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the church., Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby, Funeral Directress, 757-357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Charles Hairston |
Jan 13, 2010 The funeral for Charles William Hairston, 72, of 688 Lakewood Trail, Martinsville, who died Jan. 9, 2010, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Moral Hill Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Thurman Echols officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church for a half-hour before the service Thursday and other times at the home. Hairston was born Nov. 22, 1937, in Henry County to William Clay Hairston and Ruby Watkins Hairston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Carlton Hairston. He was an Army veteran. Surviving are three daughters, Andrea Heckstall of Charlotte, N.C., and Lisa Kidd and Elaine Preston, both of Martinsville; a son, Darrell Hairston of Martinsville; two sisters, Annette H. Benton and Shirley L. Benton, both of Martinsville; a brother, Lloyd Hairston of Martinsville; and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Hilda Florence Clements, 83, of Vesuvius, Va., died on Monday, January 11, 2010. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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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. |
ANDERSON - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Dorothy Anderson, who passed away 23 years ago, January 10, 1987. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Precious memories, Dorothy, Richard and Grandchildren |
will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Jay Fields officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Red Cross or Garden City Baptist Church in Joan's memory. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221, Make a memorial contribution |
POQUOSON - Darrell Lee Jordan, 58, a native and lifelong resident of Poquoson, passed away Jan. 10, 2010, at Riverside Regional Medical Center., Born July 6, 1951, to the late Mabel and Robert Jordan Sr. He was employed and enjoyed working for Bill Forrest Seafood in Poquoson., Darrell is survived by his brother, Robert M. Jordan Jr. and wife, Diane "Dee"; a daughter, Kathi Carter; a niece; two nephews; a great-nephew, and three great-nieces., The family will receive friends at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home in Poquoson on Thursday, Jan. 14, from 11 a.m. to noon, immediately followed by a memorial service in the funeral home chapel by the Rev. Milford C. Rollins. Inurnment will follow at Weston Cemetery, Poquoson. At other times the family will be at 1260 Poquoson Ave., Poquoson., Special thanks to Bill & Julie Forrest for many years of devoted friendship. |
David D. Presley LEBANON, Va. Funeral services for David D. Presley will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Edward Tiller and Rev. Giles Ball officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon. Pallbearers will be Scottie O'Quinn, Darin O'Quinn, Ritchie Presley, Kevin Childress, Adam Wilson, Randall Ray, Clifford Presley and David Harris Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Norman Rexrode, doctors and staff of the OR for Johnston Memorial Hospital, David Verble, and his first cousins. Mr. David D. Presley, age 39, departed this life for a better place on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in a Bristol Tennessee hospital. |
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Donald E. Marion, 74, of Charlottesville, was called home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Sunday morning, January 10, 2010, surrounded by his loving wife, son, daughter, and grandchildren., He was born on July 7, 1935, in Charlottesville, the son of the late William Lewis Marion and Ora Harlow Marion. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Wright; and his brother, James Marion., He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Arbutus Marion of Charlottesville; a daughter, Jeanie Donnelly; a son, Kyle Marion and his wife, Donna; three granddaughters, Rachel, Corey and Casey; two grandsons, Jason and his fiance, Nikki and Jacob; two great-granddaughters, Madison and Morgan; and two great-grandsons, Ryan and Nicholas., A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Covenant Church of God with Pastor Harold Bare officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Covenant Church of God Missions Fund, 1025 Rio Road East, Charlottesville, VA 22901 or the Hope Community Center, 341 11th Street Northwest, Charlottesville, VA 22903. |
Donald Roy Wilson POUNDING MILL, Va. Mr. Donald Roy Wilson, age 77, of 2879 Wardell Road, died Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at a Richlands, Va., hospital following a brief illness. He was born in Richlands and was a son of the late Roy Glen and Marjorie Lester Wilson, both Tazewell County natives. He was a lifelong resident of the Tazewell County area, a 1950 graduate of Richlands High School, a U.S. Navy Korean War Ceteran, and was a member of the Tazewell Presbyterian Church. He was a retired brakeman for Norfolk & Western and Norfolk & Southern Railway and was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen. He was a member of the Sandy Valley Masonic Lodge 17 and Kazim Temple of Roanoke, Va. He was an avid fisherman and member of the Falls Mills Fishing Club and was also a great gardener who loved to share his bounty. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Peggy Smith Wilson; and two brothers-in-law, James "Tince" Smith and Douglas A. Smith. Survivors are: his wife, Mrs. Barbara Steele Vandyke Wilson; one stepson, Mr. Joseph Vandyke and wife, Laura of Sterling, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Janet Wilson Smith of Blountville, Tenn.; three grandchildren who were the love of his life, James Vandyke, Emily Vandyke, and Christine Vandyke; one sister-In-law, Jimmie Ruth Speeks and husband, Dwight; nephews, Randy Smith and wife, Karen and Jeff Smith and wife, Anne; nieces, Cathy Cox and husband, Greg and Terri Alsbrook; great-nephews, Jason Alsbrook, Will Smith, Evan Smith, Avery Smith, and Graham Smith; great- nieces, Erin Hanna and husband, Dylann, Jessica Blankenship and husband, Eddie, and Kelly Smith; extended family, Raymond Smith and wife, Anna of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Mary Jane Lockhart and husband, Jim of Matthews, N.C. Funeral services for Mr. Donald Roy Wilson will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands with Rev. Greg Wood officiating. Interment will follow in the Clinch Valley Memorial Cemetery in Richlands. Pallbearers will be: Bill Nearhood, Carlton Gobble, Terry Morris, Gordon Kreiner, Rod Cury, Freddie Smith, Charlie Irvin, and Roger Weaver. Members of Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen will serve as honorary pallbearers. Members of the Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640 will conduct military graveside rites. Friends called at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands after 6 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Children's Home, P.O. Box 545, Wytheville, VA 24382. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to send online condolences may do so at |
WILLIAMSBURG - Dorcas Sherman Bartley passed away on Jan. 6, 2010, in Williamsburg., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 500 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, Va., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice House of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Happy Birthday DOROTHY LEE PRICE Jan. 9, 1940 - Aug. 29, 2002 It's hard to believe it's been eight years. Seems like only yesterday. Always in our prayers. Oliver, Towanda & Granddaughters, Tia & Telmyr |
MOORE, Dorothy Mae, departed this life January 8, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband, Watt Ray Moore Sr.; two daughters, Mary Ann Gray (Bruce) and Carolyn Naomi Moore; two sons, John Moore and Watt Ray Moore Jr.; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Geneva Williams, Bobbie Jean Miller, Norma Allen (Dedrick) of Balitmore, Md., and Dr. May Eliza Montrichard (LLewellyn), of Gainsville, Fla.; one brother, Lee Rogers Miller Sr. (Charleene); three brothers-in-law, one special, Thomas Williams Jr.; one sister-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends, one devoted, Tawanda Burchette. Remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., on Thursday at 10 a.m., where family will receive friends at 11 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 12 noon. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Edgar L. Lovell |
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VIRGINIA BEACH - Edgar Maldon 'Opa' Holman, 81, of Virginia Beach, Va., died Jan. 9, 2010., Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at The Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, celebrated by the Rev. Esteban DeLeon. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Oceanfront Chapel, 1801 Baltic Avenue, Virginia Beach. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Edward Ford Smith SALTVILLE, Va. Edward Ford Smith, of 164 Saddleback Road, died Jan. 11, 2010, at James Quillen Veterans hospital in Johnson City, Tenn., after a brief illness. Mr. Smith was born Aug. 17, 1932, in Saltville. He was preceded in death by daughter, Deborah Smith; mother, Virginia Smith; father, Walter R. Smith of Saltville; and grandson, Keith Smith, of Hartwell, Ga. Mr. Smith was retired from Olin Chemical Corporation. After retiring he owned his own painting business. He is survived by his wife, Sue Taylor Smith of the home; sons, Ron E. Smith of Fort Blackmore, Va., Mark W. Smith of Lavonia, Ga., and Jeremy A. Smith and wife Laura of Saltville; daughters, Suzanne Smith Booher and husband Tony of Mosheim, Tenn., and Cheryl Smith Humbert and husband Ted of Lavonia, Ga. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are sisters, Margaret Vaught and husband Herbert of Glade Spring, Va., and Pat McNew of Glade Spring; brothers, Tom Smith and wife Sadie of Glade Spring, Miles "Bud" Smith and wife Betty of Saltville and Danny "Duby" Smith of Saltville; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Memorial services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday Jan. 15, 2010, at Henderson Funeral Home with Ellis Necessary senior pastor of Christian Fellowship Church officiating. The family will receive Friday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. prior to the service. Online condolences may be made at |
Edward Kenneth Kennedy 6-12-39 - 1-08-04 On this day, I look back over the years we spent together. I can see us when we met and fell in love, when everything was so new and exciting. I remember some of the difficult times and how we worked our way through them. I smile when I think of all the fun we had and the joy we shared. We were partners in a marriage that was strong and secure because we worked at it and because we never forgot why we married each other in the first place - for love, forever. I love you, Elaine |
WILLIAMSBURG - Eleanor Woodward Sandford, 95, a resident of Williamsburg Landing since 1986, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010., Miss Sandford was a well-trained musician, proficient in piano, recorder and flute. She became an accompanist for numerous chamber groups and amateur orchestras. After her retirement, she moved to Williamsburg and soon found friends in the music community. She was elected president of the Wednesday Morning Music Club and became an accompanist for the Women's Community Chorus. She was a member of Bruton Parish Episcopal Church and loved playing bridge and traveling with friends., She is survived by her nieces, Carolyn S. Scattergood, of Gilford, N.H., and Marcia S. Wilkins, of Hanover, N.H.; one grandniece, Deborah S. Clough, of Acton, Mass.; two grandnephews, Joseph A. Scattergood, of Derry, N.H., and Paul S. Wilkins, of Weston, Mass.; and five great-grand nieces and nephews. |
EDWARDS, Mrs. Elizabeth "Etta," of Pamplin, Va., died January 8, 2010 in Farmville, Va. She is survived by two sisters, Beatrice Walker of Richmond and Mary Hamlett (Willis) of Pamplin; stepson, Perry Edwards (Kathleen) of Richmond; devoted niece, Vivian Henderson of Richmond. Funeral service will be Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Zion Baptist Church in Pamplin, Va. Bland-Reid Funeral Home of Farmville is in charge of service. |
Emanuel Grossman ABINGDON, Va. A military entombment service for Emanuel Grossman will be conducted at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Chapel of Memories Mausoleum at the Knollkreg Memorial Park. Full military honors will be accorded by the Highlands Fellowship Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Highlands Fellowship Honor Guard, c/o Dorlis Cook, 23274 Golden View Drive, Abingdon, VA 24211, in memory of Emanuel Grossman. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at, Emanuel Grossman, age 89, died Sunday evening, Jan. 10, 2010, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Frost Funeral Home, Abingdon, is serving the family of Emanuel Grossman. |
Survivors include three children, Ben Buckwalter and his wife, Amy, of Goshen, Ind., Edith Buckwalter Holsopple and her husband, Curt, of Hopewell, and Laine Buckwalter of Blacksburg; two sisters, Ruby Stiefel and Leah Massolini of Louisville, Ohio; three grandchildren, Lena Buckwalter, Mike Buckwalter and Jay Holsopple; and three great-grandchildren, Dillon Tillas, and Rebecca and Eli Holsopple., Please leave condolences at |
HAMPTON - Essie Mae Dais entered eternal rest on Sunday morning, Jan. 10, 2010., She was born on Jan. 27, 1925, in Avon Park, Fla., to the late Fannie Haynes Brown and Jolly Lee Brown., Essie Mae Dais was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Dais; brothers, Joe, Jolly Jr. and Willie Brown; and one sister, Mary Ellis., She leaves to cherish her loving daughter and son-in-law, Johnnie and John Smith; brother, Robert (Ernestine) Brown; grandchildren, Michael (Billie Jo) Brown and Ericka Brown; and a host of great and great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members., Viewing will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. A Homegoing celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Bethel AME Church, 94 Lincoln Street, Hampton with the Rev. Andre P. Jefferson, officiating. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, New York. Family and friends will assemble at Bethel AME church by 10:30 a.m. Thursday., Memorial contributions can be made to the Bethel AME Church Building Fund., Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home Ronald C. Perkins Jr., funeral director. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Eula Tuggle DeBord SALTVILLE, Va. Eula Tuggle DeBord, passed away at her home on Jan. 12, 2010. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Cordie and Henry Tuggle; three brothers, R.D., Garnet and Merle Tuggle. She is survived by her daughter, Cathi DeBord Barbrow; her precious granddaughter, Amanda Lynn Barbrow; and her best friend, James DeBord all of Saltville; two sisters, Ruby Warner of Saltville and Nada Hogston of Glade Spring; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Mount Rose Cemetery with the Rev. Benny Frye and the Rev. Dennis Banks officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday from 12:30 until 1:30 at Henderson Funeral Home Prior to going to the cemetery or visit at the home of her daughter, Cathi Barbrow anytime. Pallbearers will be nephews, great-nephews and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at, D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville, Va., is serving the Eula DeBord family. |
Fannie Kelly CLEVELAND, Va. Mrs. Fannie Kelly, age 93, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at her home. Born March 24, 1916, in Russell County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Henrietta Osborne Rasnake. She was a beloved wife, and the best mother any children could have. She was loving and full of life. She lived her entire 93 years within one ½ mile of where she was born on Sandy Ridge. She loved to travel taking many vacations with family and friends. One of her passions was cooking and celebrating any occasion with family and friends even in later years, never tiring of them. The most precious people in her life were her husband, children, and grandchildren, making them many beautiful quilts through the years. She was a member of Clinchview Freewill Baptist Church, where her husband still pastors with his grandson-in-law, Leon Musick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Lawrence Kelly in 1967; an infant son, Lewis in 1940; a grandson, Michael Musick in 2002; six sisters, Ellen, Ada, Myrtle, Lizzie, Laura, and Delphia, and five brothers, Rit, John, Harmon, Clarence, and Campbell. Survivors include her husband of 70 years, Rev. Gonan Kelly of the home; three sons, Nelson Kelly and wife, Maxine and Roy Kelly and wife, Myrle, all of Cleveland, and Jack Kelly and wife, Judy of Atkins, Va.; two daughters, Dolly Musick and husband, Sparker of Abingdon and Bethel Blevins and husband, Bill of Castlewood; eight grandchildren, Kathy McConnell and husband, Al, Ellen Blevins and husband, Vincent, David Couch and wife, Melissa, Janice Musick and husband, Leon, Sandra Large and husband, Jack, Carlos Kelly and wife, Lucy, Ricky Crabtree, Carlyn Windell and husband, Mike; 12 great-grandchildren, Kayla and Chloe Windell, Katie McConnell, Joshua and Kristen Blevins, Jordan, Samantha and Shiann Couch, Jarred and Joshua Musick, and Zackary and Seth Large; seven great-great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Jacob, and Jason Blevins, Trevor, Tyson, Trenton, and Terry Crabtree; one brother, Carl Rasnake of Cleveland; one sister, Thelma Musick; a host of nephews, nieces, and friends too numerous to mention also survive. `Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Roy Lee Wilson and Rev. Leon Musick officiating. Interment will follow in the Kelly Cemetery on Sandy Ridge, Virginia. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Joshua Musick, Jared Musick, Joshua Blevins, Zackary Large, Seth Large, Ricky Crabtree, Carlos Kelly and David Couch. Honorary pallbearers will be Jordan Couch and nephews. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Wednesday, where an evening song service will be conducted at 7 p.m. |
Herbert Howery Flinchum, 80, of Pilot, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va., 540-745-2121., Make a memorial contribution |
Florence was preceded in death by her parents, David and Mary Elam; and sister, Antoinette Stallworth., Florence leaves to celebrate her passing her husband of 63 years, Arthur William Hobson Jr.; sons, Arthur III (Eddyce), Michael (Ivon), and Stephen L. Sr.; three sisters, Doris Edwards, Inex Holley, and Montrose "Boo" Hilton; and brother, David Elam Jr.; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends., A special thanks to the staff of Northampton Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center, for their devoted attention and care., Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, Newport News, VA. A celebration of life will be held at noon Thursday , Jan. 14, 2010, at Second Baptist Church East End, 3307 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News, with the Rev. Avery Miller, officiating. Mrs. Hobson will be placed in the church by 10 a.m. Thursday. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to |
Corey Wayne Flowers, 26, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Monday, January 11, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Floyd Cane Wynn Sr., affectionately known as "Goodie," 89, of 24014 Williamson Road, Dinwiddie, entered into eternal rest after a brief illness Sunday afternoon, Jan. 10, 2010. at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg ,with his family at by his side., He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Alberta Clanton Wynn; and four sisters, Rebecca Jones, Justine Peyton, Gertrude Tucker and Catherine Whitmore. Floyd was a lifelong native of Dinwiddie County, and was born June 22, 1920, to the late Charlie and Rodell Branch Wynn., He was a member of Gravel Run Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, and was self-employed most of his adult life. Mr. Wynn was a devoted family man who enjoyed gardening, fishing and flea markets., He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Hazel Parham (Wilson) of Petersburg and Edna Noggin of Dinwiddie; eight sons, Raymond, Lawrence, Waverly, Broadus (Mary), Theodore, Lloyd (Diane), Floyd Jr. (Shirley) and Charles (Linda), all of Dinwiddie; one sister, Willie Meaner of Dinwiddie; one former daughter-in-law, Lue Ella Wynn of Ocala, Fla.; one sister-in-law, Eunice Parham (Jesse) of Stony Creek; two brothers-in-law, Roger Clanton of Carson and Walter Clanton of Bronx, N.Y.; 21 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a devoted friend and caregiver, Bernice Tucker; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, with the Rev. John A. Wynn, pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Richmond, officiating. The interment will be in Poplar Spring Cemetery, Dinwiddie. Friends are asked to join the family from 6 to 8 Thursday evening for the wake service. The family will assemble at the residence, 23607 Williamson Road, one hour before the service., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
BUCCIANTINI, Frances Klewicka, 86, of Brooklyn, N.Y., died Sunday, January 10, 2010. Surviving are six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and a sister. A funeral service will be held Thursday, January 14, 2010, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home at 2 p.m., with interment in Appomattox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association , P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058-5216. Condolences may be registered with jtmorriss.com. |
HAGERMAN, George M., of Virginia Beach, retired U. S. Navy Captain, died in his sleep on January 6, 2010 at the Atlantic Shores continuing care community, where he and his wife, Ruth, have lived for the past five years. He was 93 years old and lived a good, long life. George M. Hagerman was born in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania on July 14, 1917. His family moved to Hagerstown, Md., Woodstock, Va., and then finally Richmond, Va., where he met his bride-to-be, Ruth Keppel. He entered the United States Naval Academy in June 1938, graduating in February 1941. He served on two destroyers during World War II, on North Atlantic convoy duty aboard the USS LEA (1941-1943) and in the Caribbean and Pacific theatres aboard the USS WADSWORTH (1943-1945). While in the Pacific, he received a Bronze Star during the Bougainville campaign and a Silver Star during the Okinawa campaign. USS WADSWORTH (DD-516) received a Presidential Unit Citation for her actions off Okinawa. Following the war, he served as executive officer on the USS O'HARE (1945-1946), operations officer on the USS BOSTON (1956-1958), and commanding officer of the USS HAMBLETON (1946-1947), USS WREN (1951-1953), and USS HYADES (1962-1963), providing underway replenishment to our naval blockade during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis and evacuating military dependents from Guantanamo Bay to Norfolk, Virginia. He was an associate professor of Naval Science (NROTC) at the University of Virginia from 1947 to 1949, aide and flag secretary to the Commander Amphibious Training Command, U.S. Atlantic Fleet (1949-1951), and head of Functional Training Section, Bureau of Personnel, Washington, D.C. (1953-1956). He was also involved in European defense planning (1960-1962) and helped organize Operation Sea Spray (1963). Overseas duty took him and his family to Europe, first to Bremerhaven, Germany, where he served in the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) from 1958 to 1959, after which he was assigned to the NATO Defense College in Paris, France (1959-1960). He and his family also lived in Korea (1965-1967), where he served as assistant chief of staff of the United Nations Command concerned with military and political affairs. He ended his military career as director of the Navy's Foreign Military Assistance Division (1967-1971), service for which he received the Legion of Merit. Married to his beloved wife Ruth for 67 years, the couple had three children: Polly, Peggy, and George Jr. Polly resides with her husband, David Long, in Mt. Airy, N.C. Peggy resides with her husband, Wayne Wadlington, in Mechanicsville, Va. George Jr. resides in Alexandria, Va. He is also survived by two grandsons, David and Patrick Long; by a granddaughter, Keppel Wood; and by four great-grandchildren: William, Alex, Victoria, and Katia. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 15, at Hollywood Cemetery, 412 South Cherry Street in Richmond, Va. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, at First Presbyterian Church, 300 36th Street in Virginia Beach, Va., followed by a reception in the church's fellowship hall. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.hdoliver.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those wishing to send memorial donations to please contribute to the charity of their choice or to the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation, P.O. Box 64740, Baltimore, Md. 21298-8903. |
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POLLAY, Glenn "Blackie," 91, of Richmond, departed this life unexpectedly on January 6, 2010. Remains rest at The Cremation Society of Virginia. |
will be held 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel, Marion, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Flossie Graves, 89, of Long Island, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, from the Hodges Family Cemetery with Pastor Ronald Coleman and Chaplin Rick Poland officiating. Special thanks to Franklin County Hospice, Team Nurse, Dr. Strong and special caregiver, Paul Wells. His family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Flora Funeral and Cremation Service, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835., Make a memorial contribution |
Harold Kidd Sr. Remembering your Birthday with lots of love & happy memories. Wife, Rose; Children, Mary & Everett |
will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at Faith Central Fellowship Church at 677 Dalewood Avenue in Salem. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Hart family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
Lula Copeland Harvey, 97, of Lindside, W.Va., passed away January 11, 2010. Funeral 1 p.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, Lindside United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Wickline Funeral Home, Lindside, W.Va., 304-753-5356., Make a memorial contribution |
EPPS, Helen C., age 92, departed this life January 11, 2010. Eulogistic services notice later. |
Henry Clay "Skeets" Goble MARION, Va. Henry Clay "Skeets" Goble, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion. "Skeets" was born on March 4, 1922, in Marion, to the late Charles and Anna Goble. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his five brothers, Charles, James, Kelly, Billy and David; and five sisters, Helen, Juanita, Evelyn, Margaret and Sara. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and had retired from Lemon Transport as a diesel mechanic. He is survived by: his loving wife and "best buddy" of 68 years, Elizabeth P. Goble, Marion; one much loved daughter, Linda G. Cox and husband Charles, Burlington, Ontario, Canada; one cherished granddaughter,Sakina Evans and husband Seth, Roslindale, Mass.; one precious great-grandson, Miles Evans; two sisters, Patricia K. Evans, Hampton, Va., Ann Broady, Pasco, W.Va. He also leaves to mourn a host of loving relatives and friends. At Mr. Goble's request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010,from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Neville Mozingo and Ann Jackson officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Francis Marion VFW Post 4667. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday at Roundhill Cemetery in Marion. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion is serving the family of Mr. Goble. |
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Funeral service for the Rev. Howard Lee Stainback, 83, of 2790 County Drive, Petersburg, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at John Randolph Medical Center, will be held noon Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Waverly. The Rev. Douglas F. Adams, pastor, and the Rev. Gregory Maddox, pastor of Faith Baptist Church, Baltimore, will officiate. The interment will be at Swans Point Baptist Church Cemetery, Spring Grove, Va. The family and friends will assemble at the church at 11:30 a.m., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
Terry Patrick Huff, 43, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. Thursday from Franklin Memorial Park. Arrangements by Flora Funeral and Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Idell T. Yarborough departed this life on Jan. 8, 2010 at the Riverside Convalescent Center in Hampton, Va. |
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Jan 13, 2010 The funeral for Inza C. Belcher, 76, of Bassett, who died Jan. 9, 2010, was held Tuesday at Bassett Funeral Service, South Chapel, with the Rev. Lew Bennett and Pastor Gary Hughes officiating. Burial was in Old Center Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Clarence Ryan, Truman Stone, Laymon Sigmon, Wally Thompson, Jeremy Belcher and Derek Hopkins. |
NEWTON, Jackie Woodrow, 68, husband of Nancy Hawkins Newton, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, January 12, 2010. He was the son of Woodrow and Alma Lewis Newton and was a graduate of Bluestone High School with the class of 1958. Jackie ws retired from Allied Signal, now Honeywell, having worked for 35 years. He was a member of Fields United Methodist Church. He was a loving and compassionate husband. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Friday in the chapel at Wakins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home with the Reverend Randy Baisey officiating. Interment will follow in Fields United Methodist Church Cemetery. In addition to his wife, Jackie is also survived by his daughters, Jennifer Diane Newton of Hopewell, Jacqueline Hope Crutchfield of Stony Creek; sons, Jason Downs Newton and Gregory Todd Newton, both of Hopewell; and stepsons, Keith Hawkins of Oxford, N.C. and Andy Hawkins of Warrenton. Four grandchildren and one stepgrandchild also survive. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rachel Gauldin Newton; and grandson, Colby Crutchfield. The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wclfh.com. |
MUDRICK, Jennifer Scanlan, 36, of West Point, Va., died Monday, January 11, 2010. She had been a 911 dispatcher for the Town of West Point. Her daughter, Abigail Mudrick, preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Christopher Mudrick; her parents, Hugh and Charlotte Scanlan; and paternal grandmother, Ruby Scanlan. A funeral service will be held Saturday, 11 a.m., at Vincent Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Point Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Inc., P.O. Box X, West Point, Va. 23181. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com. |
HOWARD - John "Boo" Happy Birthday! Love, Kiesia and Kiara |
PERKINS, Josephine Lucille Presley, 95, of Jarratt, Va., beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, left us to be with her Lord and reunite with her loving husband of 66 years, Benjamin, on Monday, January 11, 2010. A lifelong resident of Greensville County, she was born on December 9, 1914, the youngest child of Josie Adeline Gregory Presley and James Henry Presley. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by five sisters, two brothers, four stepsisters and a stepbrother. Leaving to cherish her memory is her daughter, Patricia Perkins of Jarratt; son, George B. "G. B." Perkins Jr. (Georgette) of Gasburg, Va.; daughter, Estelle P. Kidd (Buddie) of Brodnax, Va.; grandchildren, Kim Edwards (Doug), Sandra Inge (Steve), Ben Perkins (Karen), Kay Elliott (Mike); great-grandchildren, Cyndal Perkins, Kayla and Libbie Watts, Tori and Hailey Inge, Zoe and Wyatt Edwards, Hunter and Colby Elliott; brother-in-law, Hugh Perkins (Ruby); also, many cherished nieces, nephews, and friends who knew "Aunt Cille." Services celebrating her life will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Grace Anglican Church, Purdy, Va., with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (tonight) at Owen Funeral Home, 303 S. Halifax Road in Jarratt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Anglican Church, c/o Melissa Forsythe, 1141 Smoky Ordinary Rd., Emporia, Va. 23847. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution |
He was born to Rachel and Hugh Hitchens Sr. on Aug. 18, 1942., Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Hugh W. Hitchens Jr. and William E. Hitchens., Jimmy was a candymaker for 42 years, working for Wythe Candy in Williamsburg. He was a member of the Williamsburg Exchange Club. In his youth he was involved with the Common Glory in Williamsburg. Jimmy was an avid reader and a great conversationalist. He served in the Army, and was stationed both in Vietnam and Italy., Mr. Hitchens is survived by his sister, Mamie Ruth Hitchens Blanton and her husband, William; his sister-in-law, Cynthia Hitchens; two nieces, Virginia and her husband, Michael Stewart, and Paula Hitchens; one nephew, Hugh A. Hitchens and his wife, Sheila; a grandnephew, Alexander S. Hitchens; and a grandniece, Grace A. Hitchens., The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 15, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Williamsburg. |
James Monroe Blackwell Funeral services for Mr. James M. Blackwell will be conducted 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, in the Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Lawson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010,in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will include Tony Dunford, Richard Lawson, Bill Helton, Jim Helton, Mike Emerson and Dr. David Thompson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice in his name. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Mr. James Monroe Blackwell, born July 4, 1923, in Kervin, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, after an extended illness Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Blackwell. |
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HAMPTON - Mr. James Mayze soul was set free on Jan. 8, 2010. A memorial service will be held on Jan. 13, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. at the chapel. An additional service will be held in New Orleans, La., by Davis Mortuary Service, Inc. Services of Celebration and Remembrance is entrusted to M.E. Fisher Funeral Home. www. |
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DEANE, Jeffrey Curtis, age 45, of Hartfield, Va., died Saturday, January 9, 2010 at his Healy's Mill home. He worked for 27 years in construction, carpentry and cabinet- making. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia Deane of Richmond; his father, Curtis Deane of Hartfield; three brothers, Steven, Mark and Matthew of Richmond. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. |
Jeffrey Scott Duwe, Jeff Duwe passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia, from injuries sustained in a fall on the ice the previous day. He was 28 years of age. Surrounding his bedside were many family and friends who spent Jeff's final hours reminiscing about each of their wonderful experiences of Jeff's life. He had a beautiful spirit and he touched the lives of all those he encountered., Jeff was born in Traverse City, Michigan, on May 11, 1981, to Arthur "Chip" and Barbara Duwe. He graduated from Traverse City Central High School in June 1999 and from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan, in December 2004 with a B.S. Degree in Movement Science. After working in Grand Rapids in the health and fitness fields for several years, he relocated to Charlottesville, Virginia to enroll in the Program of Radiologic Technology at the University of Virginia, from which he graduated, ranking first in his class in clinical studies, in June 2008. He loved Virginia, especially the mountains, and so he stayed after graduation to work at the University in the Radiologic Technology Department., Jeff was a devoted son, brother, and most recently, uncle. He had an amazing sense of humor and an ability to turn ordinary situations into special ones. He had a passion for the outdoors, sports, and loved to hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. He enjoyed frequent trips to Charlotte to visit his aunts and to attend football games., He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Arthur and Nan Duwe, and by his maternal grandparents, Francis and Bonnie Rogers., He is survived by his parents, Chip and Barbara Duwe of Traverse City; his sister, Kara and her fiance, Tom, and brother, Matthew, sister-in-law, Amy, and nephew, Everett, all of Grand Rapids; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his many friends and colleagues at the University of Virginia Health System., Celebrations of Jeff's life will be held in both Charlottesville and in Michigan at dates to be determined., Jeff was an organ donor so many people will have the gift of life as a result of Jeff's unselfish spirit., The family would like to thank Jeff's many friends, the medical staff who provided loving care to him in his final days and to LifeNet., Arrangements are being handled by the Hill and Wood Funeral Home. |
WEST POINT - Jennifer Scanlan Mudrick, 36, of West Point, Va., died Monday, Jan. 11, 2010., Her daughter, Abigail Mudrick, preceded her in death., She is survived by her husband, Christopher Mudrick; her parents, Hugh and Charlotte Scanlan; and paternal grandmother, Ruby Scanlan., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rose and Howard Lewis; grandparents, William Franklin Lewis and Rosie Evans Lewis; husband, LaVern Winn Sr.; cousin, Duncan Stewart; daughter, Jewel Mae Mason; son-in-law, David Mason; and great-grandson, Joshua Sechrist., She is survived by her son, Larry Winn and wife, Dora; grandchildren Christopher and Rebecca; granddaughter, Carla Mason Sechrist and husband, Curtis Sechrist; daughter, Joan Winn Beatty and husband, Daniel; grandchildren, Katharine Beatty, Lauren Beatty Blekicki and husband, John, and Meghan Beatty; son, LaVern Winn Jr. and wife, Nancy Winn; grandchildren, Nick Charles, Brooke Neil and husband, Mark, and Willie Charles and wife, Michelle; and daughter, Sabrina Burbanck and husband, George; grandchildren, Chelsea Drake-Wheeler and husband, Lucas, Alex Burbanck, and Graham Burbanck; and nine great-grandchildren. Jewel Mae is also survived by cousin, David Stewart with whom she was raised, cousin, William Hayes; as well as many other cousins in the area., The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Downtown Hampton. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan.14, 2010, at Fox Hill Central United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Clark Cemetery. |
Joan Elizabeth Finn, passed away Monday, January 11, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, after a courageous struggle with Pancreatic cancer and ensuing complications., Joan was born February 6, 1930, in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of the late Doris Blanchard Eckhardt and Lou Eckhardt, and grew up there until attending Marygrove College in Detroit, graduating as an Economics Major., During her career as a dedicated teacher, Joan taught Spanish at Bayley Ellard High School in Madison, New Jersey for several years and, then at Morristown-Beard School in Morristown, New Jersey, where she also served as Department Chair of the Foreign Language Department from 1973 until her retirement in 1989., Joan is survived by her loving and adoring husband of 54 years, Jack Finn., She is also survived by her five children, Eileen Finn of Morris Plains, New Jersey, Brian Finn of Morris Plains, New Jersey, Chris Finn of Mount Arlington, New Jersey, Susan (Finn) Coan of Toms River, New Jersey, and Paula Finn of Charlottesville; as well as five grandchildren, Meghan Coan, Taylor Coan, Brandon Coan, Kerry Finn and Dillon Finn., Joan is pre-deceased by her daughter and angel, Barbara., A funeral mass will be held 7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Church of the Incarnation Roman Catholic Church, with Father Gregory Kandt officiating., Visitation will be held one hour prior to the mass at the church., Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Society of America, 2101 Executive Drive, Hampton, VA 23666. |
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ROYAL, John Henry "Pank" Jr., of Chesterfield, formerly of Aliquippa, Pa., departed this life January 12, 2010. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. |
John Benton Meade KINGSPORT, Tenn. John Benton Meade, age 59, passed away on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, after a lengthy battle with cancer. John was born in Richlands, Va., to the late Elihue Benton Meade and Helen Boyd Meade. John was a graduate of Honaker High School where he traveled to Europe as a member of the All United States Band. He later graduated from East Tennessee State University and began his teaching career in the Sullivan County School System as a band director. He was a member of The Charles Goodwin Orchestra for many years. Surviving is his wife, Donna Horton Meade; children, Patrick Ryan Meade, wife Erin Kathryn, and Andria Michelle Meade; grandchildren, Reese Elizabeth, Blakley Michelle and Carter Ryan Meade; brother, William Jackson Meade, wife Revonda, and their daughter, Laura; father-in-law, James "Ed" Horton; brothers and sisters-in-law; Ronnie and Brenda Musgrove and James and Linda Compton; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at East Lawn Funeral Home from 6-7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted in the funeral home chapel at 7 p.m., with Pastor Mark Stayton. Graveside services will be conducted Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, in East Lawn Memorial Park at 11 a.m. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the funeral home by 10:30 a.m. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Godsey, Ronnie Musgrove, James Compton and Robbie King. Please visit our Web site at www.mem.com to leave a condolence or a tribute to the Meade family. East Lawn Funeral Home is honored to serve the Meade family. |
CUNNINGHAM, Johnita Lynn They say time heals all wounds, but the memory of missing you is painful, we will never forget your smiling face. John Sr., Greg & Family |
In loving memory of our precious grandson Johnny Birkitt Jr., who went to Heaven January 13, 2007. -Mawdy-Maw and Pop-Pop |
. Online condolences may be made to the family at, D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville, Va., is serving the Johnson family., Make a memorial contribution |
NORFOLK - Jonnie Bell Williams Kelly passed away peacefully on Jan. 10, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was born May 13, 1925, in Waycross, Ga., but had been a Norfolk resident for the past 45 years., She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Jim Kelly; two siblings; and her parents., She is survived by three children, Karen Kelly and her fiancE, Richard Arrington, Kathy Kelly Dupuy and her husband, Wil of Yorktown, and James P. Kelly and his wife, Sandra of Fulton, Ill.; as well as three grandchildren, Jessica Dupuy Carr, Travis Dupuy, and James Kelly Jr.; and one great-grandchild, Hayden Carr. She is also survived by her youngest brother, Buddy Williams., The Kelly family wishes to thank Richard Arrington, who was very kind and extremely helpful to her throughout her declining health., Jonnie loved her family and her dogs, and will be missed by her faithful K9 Twinkle. She made her life as a military wife following Jim, whenever possible, all across the U.S. She gave her time as a military hospital volunteer "Gray Lady" for many years. She was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader and was active for some time in her church Sunday school. She served as PTA president at Ocean View School and loved visiting with her McDonald's buddies for years each morning, until a stroke forced her to stop driving. Jonnie loved to read and work in her yard. She was an avid tennis fan and thought Pete Sampras was "the best." She was well loved and will be greatly missed by her family, who are comforted by the fact that she is now safely in the care of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
Danny Wayne Jordan, 63, of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Moneta, Va., passed away on Monday, January 11, 2010. Arrangements by HamlarCurtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Joyce Ann was born on Jan. 18, 1942, in Stony Creek, Va., to the late Robert Sydney and Sarah Frances (Robertson) Johnson. Joyce departed this life on Jan. 7, 2010, after a courageous battle with chronic illness., At an early age, Joyce received Christ and later moved to Newark, N.J., where she became a faithful member of Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church in Newark, N.J. Joyce was educated in the Sussex County public school system. She was employed by General Electric and KDI in Whippany, N.J., where she retired from in 2007. At her passing she was employed at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in Secaucus, N.J., Joyce married the late Alphonso Jackson in 1968 and from this union was born Terrace Alphonso Jackson, their pride and joy. Following the passing of Mr. Jackson, she later married the late Major Crawford Jr. in 2002., Joyce had a big heart and was a gentle, kind and easy spirit. She did her best to help others in need. She was sure to always spoil the kids and tried to take trips that would bring them joy. She especially spoiled her family down through the years with her delicious cooking and cakes. Friends always felt like family because she would never make a distinction., Left to cherish her memory are a beloved son, Terrace A. Jackson, his significant other, Zenovia Walker; stepdaughters, Serena Grant and Ursula Johnson; sisters, Rosa V. Johnson and Susie Hill; two brothers, Timothy A. Johnson (Mary) and Milton C. Johnson (Shirley); brother-in-laws, Costell Crawford, Irvin Crawford, Robert Crawford and Clarence Phillips; sister-in-laws, Rosetta Burrows, Vivian White, Ruby Phillips, Lillian Crawford, Ida Crawford and Mary Crawford; grandchildren, Quinnera, Shakera, Taavi, Zeniyah, Shatina and Terrence; a niece, Phylicia, who called her "Grandma"; a devoted friend, Bernice Greene, who was there every day until the end. There are an abundance of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that loved Joyce and will cherish her memory. Many thanks to Pastor Milton Biggham, her co-workers and church family who both called and visited her regularly., A funeral will be held at noon on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at the Saint John Baptist Church, Stony Creek, with the associate minister, the Rev. Antoino Meade, officiating and the Rev. Michael Johnson eulogizing. Burial will commence at the Johnson Family Cemetery, Stony Creek. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the funeral home., Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, (804) 863-4411. |
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Jan 13, 2010 The funeral for Juanita Hankins Yarbrough, 74, of Ridgeway, who died Jan. 10, 2010, was held Tuesday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville with the Rev. Donald Kendrick officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Kenneth Ball, Ronnie Ball, Lyle Johnson, Andrew Ramsey, Christopher Ramsey and Marvin Wingfield. |
Katherine Morris Duncan, 88, of Keswick, died Monday, January 11, 2010, at the Hospice of the Piedmont Hospice House., Born November 10, 1921, in Troy, she was the daughter of late Ivanhoe S. Morris and Lounelle Haden Morris and was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Clayton Scott Duncan Jr.; and by six brothers., She was a lifelong member of Salem United Methodist Church, Wildwood, and worked with her husband for many years at his business Duncan-Brown Insurance Agency., She is survived by her children, Judith D. Herring and her husband, William, of Lake Monticello, Patricia L. Duncan and her husband, Bobby Ballard, and Clayton S. Duncan III of Charlottesville; 11 grandchildren, William, Kelly, Ruth, Joel, Joanna, Leslie, Ryan, Taylor, Tucker, Molly, and Riley; and nine great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be conducted 1p.m. Friday, January 15, 2010, at Salem United Methodist Church, Wildwood with the Reverend David LeFon officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Hospice of the Piedmont Hospice House, 501 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902 |
Katherine Mae Rutherford A funeral service for Katherine Mae Rutherford will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at East Bristol Church of Christ, Bonham Road, Bristol, VA. Rev. Clifford Newell will officiate. Inturnment will be at Mountain View Mausoleum, Valley Drive, Bristol Virginia. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Garek Fawley, Ryan Rutherford, Blake Rutherford, Brian Roark, brothers in Christ, Dennis Salyer and Ronnie Shockley. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Jan. 13, from 7-9 p.m. at Akard Funeral Home, State Street, Bristol Tennessee. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Katherine Mae Rutherford, age 82, formerly of Bristol Virginia, passed away peacefully Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, Va. |
Arlene Hale Kay, formerly of Salem, Virginia, died Thursday, January 7, 2010, at her home in Aiken, South Carolina after a long battle with cancer. She was 71. Born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Natalie Harding Hale. She is survived by her husband of 19 years, Robert B. Kay Sr.; sons, Robert E. Webb, of Troutville, Virginia and Robert B. Kay Jr. (and wife, Tiffany), of Columbia, South Carolina; as well as grandson, Charles E. Webb, of Troutville; and granddaughters, Madeline and Lily Reese Kay, of Columbia. She had lived all over the United States and in Germany as a military wife to her first husband during the 1960's and 70's and was a top realtor in Alexandria, Virginia before moving in the early 80's to Salem, where she continued her real estate career and also perfected her golf game. Gifted in the art of friendship, she kept in touch with new and old friends from all the places she had lived, including a group of 15 high school girlfriends from New Jersey who met every year for fun-filled weekends at one or the other's home. Arlene was an impeccable dresser, avid reader, and superb hostess. Her delightfully inimitable laugh will be forever remembered by her family and friends. Her wish was that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions might be made to Community School, 7815 Williamson Rd., Roanoke, Va. 24019 or, will be held at Beaufort National Cemetery in Beaufort, South Carolina on Friday, January 15, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
Kevin LeVaca, 39, of Mount Airy, formerly of Germantown, Maryland, died suddenly Friday, January 8, 2010., Beloved husband of Manuela LeVaca; loving father of Emma and Matthew; son of Joseph LeVaca and wife, Elizabeth, of Charlottesville and the late Joan Donegan; and brother of Elizabeth A. LeVaca of Bethesda, Maryland. Also survived by an aunt and in-laws., Friends may call from 2 until 4 p.m and 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Molesworth-Williams Funeral Home, 26401 Ridge Road, Damascus, Maryland., A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at St. Pauls Roman Catholic Church, 9250 Damascus Road, Damascus, Maryland. Interment at All Souls Cemetery, Germantown, Maryland., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The LeVaca Children's Trust, c/o Robert W. Moses, Esp., 1333 Woodglen Drive, Suite 105, Rockville, MD. |
BRYCE In loving memory of Lawrence A. Bryce Jr. Always thinking of you, Always missing you. Always, Family and Friends |
JETT, Lucy Beatrice "Bea" Brown, 92, of Reedville, Va., departed this life on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Bea, as she was known, was a retired Postal worker in Reedville, a Life member of Bethany United Methodist Church, Reedville Fisherman's Museum and Northumberland County Historical Society. She was a previous member of Fairfield Fire Department Auxiliary, Northumberland Rescue Squad Auxiliary, and manager of Rainbow Thrift Shop of Bethany United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, R. Bertrand Jett; and son, Fletcher Bertrand "Sonny" Jett. She is survived by two daughters, Flora Mae Saunders and husband, H.C. of Reedville, Va., Lucy "Polly" Jett Hinton and husband, William of Browns Store, Va.; five grandchildren, Kim Jett Onder and husband, Jeff, Sharon S. Lewis, Christopher Saunders and wife, Tina, Stacey Hinton Kitchen and husband, Stephan, Robert D. Hinton and wife, Jennifer; 11 great-grandchildren, Taylor and Caroline Onder, Maegan Lewis, Brennon, Collin, Carson and Layton Saunders, Bryce, Chase and Jack Ryan Kitchen and Harrison Hinton; sister-in-law, Annette Jett and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church, Reedville, Va. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 15, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church, Reedville, Va. Interment will follow at Roseland Cemetery, Reedville, Va. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 11, Reedville, Va. 22539. Online remembrances may be made at faulknerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
In Loving Memory of Our Mother and Grandmother Irene Lockett LARK, April 16, 1925 January 13, 1995, In the sweet by and by we shall meet on that beautiful shore., Greatly missed and always remembered,, Frances, Mary, Betty, Fred, James and Grandchildren, Make a memorial contribution |
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will held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, Christiansburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Johnny W. Lemons, 53, of Galax, Va., and Independence, Va., died on Monday, January 11, 2010. Funeral 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, in Reins-Sturdivant Chapel, Independence, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, January 15, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
SMITHFIELD - Lillian Clark Gainey, 87, a resident of Smithfield, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in her home., She was the widow of Ellis Cleon Gainey. Born March 15, 1922, in Sussex County, she was the daughter of the late Henry Thomas Clark and Marion Lucille Gay Clark. Mrs. Gainey was a resident of Petersburg for 45 years and after more than 25 years of service with F. W. Woolworth, she retired to her cottage by the river at Burwells Bay in 1985. She loved nature, her family, and her church family at Mill Swamp Baptist Church. She led a courageous battle against her physical limitations and remained a true inspiration to everyone she knew., Mrs. Gainey is survived by two daughters, Sandra G. Bryant and Linda Kay Gainey of Alexandria; grandchildren, Sheila B. Epperley (David) and William R. "Ronnie" Bryant Jr., (Sheila); five great-grandchildren, Jeremy and Lauren Epperley, and Ellis, Emmie, and Evvie Bryant; two sisters, Lucy Melton (Kenny) and Gladys Woolridge (Tem), both of Richmond; and a host of nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by three sisters, Audrey C. Hancock, Ethelle Browder, and Mildred Clark; and a son-in-law, William R. "Billy" Bryant Sr., Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at Mill Swamp Baptist Church, 6329 Mill Swamp Rd., Ivor, with the Rev. Jim Jones and the Rev. Billy Gardner officiating. Burial will follow in Mill Swamp Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight,, at the church., Memorial donations may be made to Mill Swamp Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o Becky Munford, 8100 Mill Swamp Rd., Ivor, VA 23866; or Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 97, Smithfield, VA 23431. Condolences may be posted at |
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Mary Ellen Harlow Fleeman Linkenhoker, 86, of Clifton Forge, Va., died Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Funeral 11 a.m. on Friday, January 15, 2010, Clifton Forge Baptist Church. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
OTEY, Lloyd "Quick," of Highland Springs, entered eternal life January 8, 2010. Professional services of comfort entrusted to the |
DANDRIDGE, Louis M. Sr. Gone too soon. Happy Birthday, we love you! Your Children, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren |
JOHNSON, Louis Woodberry, 80, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord Monday, January 11, 2010. He is survived by his loving companion, Shirley Corbin; daughter, Vickie Johnson; granddaughter, Brenda Johnson; and great-granddaughter, Joslyn Crawford. Mr. Johnson was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. He worked for Sears for 32 years in retail sales in the hardware department. He worked at Sears Broad Street, Southside Plaza, and Cloverleaf Mall locations. He also was the proprietor of Johnson's Antiques located in Richmond. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Dale Memorial Park. |
Edgar L. Lovell, 81, of Woolwine, Va., died on Monday, January 11, 2010. Funeral 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Conner's View Primitive Baptist Church. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Service, Stuart, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
MAXEY, M. Anne, 92, of Mineral, died Monday, January 11, 2010. She is survived by her nieces, Julie W. Maxey, Melissa Maxey Via and Mary M. Maxey; her nephew, Gerald W. Maxey; two great-nieces, three great-nephews, and one great-great-niece and one great-great-nephew. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the Lacy Funeral Home, Rte. 522, Mineral. Interment to be private. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Online guestbook available at www.LacyFH.com. |
Mamie Starks Meyers, 78, of Staunton, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2010, at University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville., Mrs. Meyers was born January 29, 1931, in Troy, New York, a daughter of the late Ralph and Virginia (Dixon) Starks., Mamie was a member of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Folly Mills, where she served as Senior Warden and vice-president of the Church Women United. She was active in the Outreach Lunch Program at Trinity Episcopal and the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church. She served on the Executive Committee of the Dioceses of Southwest Virginia, and a member of the Greenville Ruritan Club. One of Mamie's most proud accomplishments was her training of "Therapy Dogs" which where used at Augusta Health, Waynesboro Public Schools and the Western State Hospital by those needing special assistance, she also attended Camp Dragonfly with her therapy dogs., Mrs. Meyers is survived by the following family members and special friends, Hal I. Meyers of Staunton, Harold W. Meyers of New Hartford, New York, Peter E. Meyers of Lincoln, Delaware, Susan Griffin of Louisa, Jackie A. Meyers of Fluvanna County, Eric Meyers, Allyson Meyers and Nicholas Meyers all of New Hartford, New York, Sarah Meyers and Kenneth Meyers both of Lincoln, Delaware, Francesca Giamminuti of Rome, Italy, Austin Bordleau of Chazy, New York, Deanna Massey and Edward Massey II of Louisa., She is the last surviving member of her immediate family., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m., Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton., Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m., Thursday, January 14, 2010, at the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Folly Mills, by Bishop Neff Powell and Father John F. Glover., Burial will follow at Thornrose Cemetery., It is suggested that those desiring make memorial contribution to the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 809 Lee-Jackson Highway, Staunton, VA 24401 or the Lymphoma Foundation of America, 1100 North Main Street, Suite 110, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104., Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton, is in charge of her arrangements. |
Margaret Ann Crone, 55, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Dec. 20, 2009., She is survived by her mother, Margaret H. Shenk of Colonial Heights, Va.; her sister, Brenda Hayes and brother-in-law, Tommy Hayes, of Chester, Va.; sister, Linda Manders of Texas; three sons, Dweyne and wife Christine Crone of Chester Va., Gary and wife Paula Bachelor of Georgia, Robbie and wife Tracy Crone of Texas. She has seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews., She was employed by Sibley's BBQ for several years and was a member of Walthall Baptist Church., She was preceded in death by her father, William L. Parr, and her brother, William L. Parr Jr., Memorial services will be at Walthall Baptist Church on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 2 p.m. Pastor George Schulte will be performing the ceremony. |
Martha Blevins Smith SALTVILLE, Va. Martha Blevins Smith, age 93, passed away Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Va. She was a faithful member of the Plasterco Church of God. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husband, Pleze Smith; and 14 sisters and brothers. She is survived by two sons, Robert Smith and wife Patsy, Glade Spring and Preston Smith, Meadowview; two daughters, Janie Smith Watson and husband Jim, Abingdon and Juanita Smith Taylor of Bristol Virginia; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great- great-grandchildren; and special friends, Reba Sutphin and Bill DeBord. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Henderson Funeral Home with Pastor Chuck Williams and Pastor Jeff Johnson officiating. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Rose Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday prior to the services. Pallbearers are Carlos Brown, Ben Brown, Harvey Taylor, Wade Rolen, Ernest Hurd, King Terry and Roby Orr. Honorary Pallbearer will be Raleigh Wyatt. Online condolences may be made at |
JOBSON - In memory of my mother, Martha S. Jobson, on her birthday. Happy Birthday, Mama. I love and miss you always, Bobbie |
Mary Carolyn Allen BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Mary Carolyn Allen, 75, passed away Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands on Aug. 29, 1934, to the late Jerry and Mae Eden Bodden. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother; and an infant sister. On April 14, 1957, she married Robert "Bob" Allen with whom she spent the next 52 years assisting his ministry in Missouri, Indiana, Florida, and East Tennessee. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Dr. Steven R. Allen and his wife, Renee, of Temple, Texas, and their children, Chelsea Pershall and her husband, J.R. of Waco, Texas, Tad Allen and Samantha Allen, both of Temple; daughter, Sandy Faidley and her husband, Brian, and their children, Laura and Eric Faidley, all of Blountville, Tenn.; daughter, Shelley Greene and her husband, Ken, and their children, Eden, Emily, Mary Elise and Elaina, all of Camden, N.C.; sister, Elita Soto of Grand Cayman; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 5:30 until 8 o'clock Thursday evening, Jan. 14, 2010, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 8 o'clock with Ministers John H. Smith and Roland Whittemore officiating. The committal service and interment will be held at 11 o'clock Friday morning in Glenwood Cemetery. Family and friends are asked to meet at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home by 10:30 a.m. Friday to go in procession to the cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tad Allen, Brian Faidley, Joel Faidley, Ken Greene, J.R. Pershall and Mark Russell. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Annette Deal and all the staff of Amedysis Hospice, Dr. J. Fred Williams, and to all their friends and neighbors who have supported the family through Carolyn's illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the scholarship fund of a Christian college of your choice. Condolences and memories may be sent to and viewed at |
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A funeral for Mrs. Mary Frances Williams, of Church Road, Va., will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at the Branches Runn Baptist Church, Amelia. Viewing will be held at the funeral home today until 8 p.m., Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, (804) 863-4411. |
MARSHALL, Mary Lee, 83, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord January 9, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Marshall Jr., and her daughter, Barbara L. Marshall. She is survived by two sons, A. William "Bill" Marshall and his wife, Sondra, and David A. Marshall; two daughters, JoAnn M. Hill and her husband, Ivy, and Hope Childress; daughter-in-law, Theresa Weaver; four sisters, Shirley Cash, Joyce Guilford, Betty Hawks, and Brenda Leach; two brothers, Warren Kenney Sr. and Robert Kenney; eight grandchildren, Scott, Jaison, Michelle, Ivy Jr., David Jr., Christopher, D.J., and Heather; four great-grandchildren, Brittany, Austin, Hailey, and Jacob. Mrs. Marshall was a devoted wife and mother who loved being a fulltime homemaker, and she will be missed by all those whose lives she touched. She was a member of Meadowood Church of God for 42 years. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Road, where services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Meadowood Church of God. |
GRAFTON - Mary Hicks, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 6, 2010, after a short illness. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister., Mary was the second of three children, born to Paul and Thelma Nunn, on Oct. 1, 1925, in Perry, Iowa. She grew up in the town of Clinton, Iowa, having graduated from Clinton High School in 1943. She graduated from St. Luke's Nursing School in Chicago in 1947. Following graduation from nursing training, Mary served at the Fort Defiance Arizona Navajo Hospital. After her time in Arizona, she visited her sister, Marge in Trieste, Italy, where she met her future husband, Gene. They were married in Trieste, in 1948, and Mary was then committed to the life of an Army officer's wife. She saw the world, moving 30 times, most often relocating the family, frequently on short notice. She was incredibly positive and always treated the moves as new, adventurous chapters in her family's book., Mary and Gene enjoyed their retirement years in Grafton. She loved her family, friends, and neighbors. Mary was a regular member of the Fort Eustis Post Chapel, participated in the PWOC, the Retired Officer's Wives Club, and was a tireless supporter of the activities of the 82nd Airborne Association, Hampton Roads Chapter., She was preceded in death by her husband, Orman E. (Gene) Hicks; and her sister, Marge Bryhn., Survivors include a daughter, Gail Riley and husband, Pat of Washington, N.C.; son, Tom Hicks and wife, Nancy of Haddonfield, N.J.; grandchildren, Brian, Lindsay and Andrew, also of Haddonfield. She is also survived by her brother, James Nunn and wife, Susan of Coupeville, Wash., A celebration of Mary's life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at the Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date., , Southeastern Virginia Chapter, 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23502. |
She was married for 59 years to the late Nicholas Washington Stewart and is survived by two sons, Robert T. Stewart and his wife, Margo of Smithfield, and J. Earl Stewart of Surry; a daughter, Carol S. Berryman and her husband, Stuart of Surry; a brother, William T. Sowards and his wife, Ann of Disputanta; a sister, Jean Goodrich of Smithfield; seven grandchildren, Tracy, Bryan, Kathy, Cyndi, Michael, Joshua, Jeremiah; seven great-grandchildren, Amber, Stephen Jr., Nicholas, Danielle, Dakota, Mikaela and Will; and several nieces and nephews., Mary was a charter member of the Church of the Nazarene in Smithfield and she was a world class Momma and cook. Momma always made sure her family was full and happy. She will be sorely missed and forever in the hearts of her family. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren will always remember their beloved "Begga.", A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield by the Rev. Ray Rowland, the Rev. Gary Ross. Burial will follow in the Union Church Cemetery in Dendron. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and at other times at the residence at 1480 Alliance Rd. in Surry. |
s will be at noon on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
celebrating Daisy's life will be held at noon on Saturday, January, 16, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel with Dr. Kevin B. Meadows officiating. Interment will be private. A very special thank you to The Park Oak Retirement Community, Nurse Finders and Good Samaritan Hospice for making Daisy's final days as comfortable as possible. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Daisy's memory to the MAC (Ministries Activities Center) Grandin Court Baptist Church, 2660 Brambleton Avenue, Roanoke, Va. 24015., Make a memorial contribution |
Megan Nicole Parker May 31, 1979 - January 7, 2000 Ten years have passed since we saw you last. You remain in our hearts always. Love, Dad, Mom, Allison, Christopher, Grandma, family and friends |
Melva Bowles Wright, 91, of Palmyra, Virginia, died Saturday, January 9, 2010, at Envoy at the Village in Fork Union, Virginia., She was born on April 2, 1918, in Fuvanna County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Thomas Clifton Bowles and the late Mildred Loving Bowles. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Guy H. Wright Sr.; and two sisters, Jeanette Dunivan and Catherine Stanton., She is survived by her son, Guy "G.H." Wright Jr. and his wife, Barbara, of Palmyra, Virginia; her grandson, Troy Wright and his wife, Dawn, of Palmyra; and her granddaughter, Tracy Wright and her fiance, Brent Mathis, of Palmyra. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Shontell, Destiny, Rebekah and Mya., In 1951, along with her husband, they relocated to Charles County, Maryland, to operate a family owned business. After retiring as a general merchandise store owner in 1979, she spent her time with her grandchildren and traveling with friends and family. Along with her son and family, she moved back to Fluvanna County in 1991 to live out the rest of her life. During this time she was active in many civic organizations, including the Fluvanna Historical Society, Bybee Garden Club, Fluvanna Women's Club, Charles County Chamber of Commerce and others., The family expresses grateful appreciation to the staff of Envoy at the Village for their professional and compassionate care., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Sheridan Funeral Home in Kents Store, Virginia., A funeral service will be held at Salem United Methodist Church in Palmyra, Virginia, 1 p.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010, with fellowship time following the service at the Wright's residence, 2211 Ridge Road, Palmyra, Virginia. Interment will be 1 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2010, at Trinity Memorial Gardens in Waldorf, Maryland., Sheridan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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COLLINS, Mildred Brockman, died peacefully Sunday, January 10, 2010 at Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge in Charlottesville, Virginia. The staff at Westminster Canterbury, Health Care 2 is to be commended for their excellent care of this fine lady in the last year of her life. Mildred was born September 30, 1916 in Louisa County, daughter of the late Samuel Asa Brockman and Irene Hiter Brockman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy W. Collins. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Woodward Funeral Home, 200 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa, Va. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted by Dr. Russell K. Jurek at 10 a.m. at Louisa Baptist Church, followed by interment at Hillcrest Cemetery in Louisa County, Va. on Thursday, January 14, 2010. Memorial contributions may be made to the Louisa Baptist Church Building Fund, 305 East Main Street, Louisa, Va. 23093 or Louisa Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1777, Louisa, Va. 23093. Visit www.woodwardfuneral.com for online guestbook. |
Claude (Buck) Moore, 73, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel 11 a.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Denver Turner officiating. Interment will follow in the Moore Family Cemetery. Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Flora Funeral and Cremation Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Wednesday at Flora Funeral Chapel, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
Bunnie graduated from St. Vincent High School, in Newport News in 1954. Following graduation she entered St. Cecilia Convent, and was a teaching sister of the order, for 16 years. Her assignments included schools in Tennessee and Virginia, notably assignments at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Newport News and St. Mary Star of the Sea in Phoebus. She was a graduate of Siena College, Memphis, Tenn., In 1969 she felt a new calling to return to the secular life while staying in the educational field and she secured a position teaching in Dallas, Texas. A year later she returned to the Peninsula to teach at Bassette Elementary in the Hampton School System. After teaching a year she met her husband to be, Bill, they married and started a family. After a leave of absence to raise three children she returned to St. Mary's in Phoebus where she taught for many years., In 1995, a yearning for a new challenge led her to Newport Academy, New Horizons Regional Center to teach special education students. She still held this position at the time of her passing. She loved all of her students and bragged about their accomplishments., Her mother, Alma Christine Love, preceded her in death., She is survived by her husband of 38 years, William R. Wiley Jr.; a daughter, Mary Lugo and her husband, William of Yorktown; two sons, Army Major James R. Wiley and his wife, Kristen, now in the Kingdom of Bahrain and William R. Wiley III and his fiancEe, Melinda Andrews of Raleigh, N.C.; her three grandchildren, William (Will) Lugo, Emma Lugo and Noah Wiley; her father, Robert L. Love; two brothers, Lance Love and James Love; and a sister, Marilyn Love all of Lufkin, Texas, as well as seven nieces., A Christian Wake service will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home conducted by Msgr. Robert Perkins, pastor of Immaculate Conception Church, Hampton. The family will receive friends following until 8:30 p.m. |
at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
Nellie Grey Poff ABINGDON, Va. Nellie Grey Poff, age 87, a former longtime resident of Damascus, Va., passed away Monday evening, Jan. 11, 2010, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was born in Green Cove, Va., a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Willard Furches. Mrs. Poff was a resident of Damascus for over 50 years before moving to Abingdon 17 years ago. She was a former seamstress for the Harwood Manufacturing Company and a member of the Damascus Senior Citizens. She was of the Christian faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Poff. She is survived by one daughter, Jackie Camper and husband, Randy of Abingdon; one grandson, Cody Camper of Abingdon; one sister, Clarence Pruitt and husband, Russell of Wellington, Ohio; one half sister, Mary Harless of Mountain City, Tenn.; one brother, James Furches and wife, Ann of Lenoir, N.C.; one half brother, Jim Furches and wife, Chris of Marion, Va.; special niece and family, Carolyn McQuitty and husband, Gene of Rising Sun, Md.; and special loving friends, David and Barbara McCracken. The funeral service for Nellie Poff will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. John Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday afternoon. Friends will also be received following the interment Thursday at Under His Shadow Motorcycles Ministries. Active pallbearers will be members of Under His Shadow Motorcycle Ministries. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to God's Helping Hand, 15610 Porterfield Highway, Abingdon, VA 24210, in memory of Nellie Grey Poff. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at, Frost Funeral Home, Abingdon, Va., is serving the family of Nellie Grey Poff. |
s will be held at a later date at Mt. Hebron Cemetery in Winchester, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, the Salem Rescue Squad, the or Meals on Wheels. The family expresses deep appreciation to caregivers, Angela Battle, Candi Saunders, Cristal Board, Priscilla Karnwie, Betty Janney and Sarah Loving, and to Dr. Alice Inouye and the staff at Joseph Thomas Assisted Living whose attention and affection enriched the final years of Virginia's life., Make a memorial contribution |
Omar Keith Ellis, of 25702 Surry Ave., West Petersburg, died Monday evening at Medical College of Virginia Hospital, Richmond. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
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. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Redwood United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bradley S. Dulaney officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Her family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, and other times at the home of Wendell Perdue., Make a memorial contribution |
Lucy Mae Persing, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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GROOMS, Phyllis Jean Thomas, departed this life as gracefully as she lived on January 10, 2010. Born February 14, 1945 and predeceased by her parents, Mary Lee Hall Thomas Adams and Laymon Lewis Thomas Sr.; brothers, Laymon Lewis Thomas Jr., Bruce Pendleton Thomas and Charles Edwards Thomas. She is survived by her children, Wendy Patricia Grooms Little and her husband, Lawrence Allan Little, James Thomas Grooms Jr., Julie Anne Grooms and Kimberly Paige Grooms. Also cherishing her memory are her grandson, Eryn Allan Little and her brother, Kenneth Allen Thomas Sr. and his wife, Patricia and numerous other relatives and friends. Phyllis was employed with Spring Arbor of Richmond and her family is forever grateful for the compassion offered by the management and staff. The family is additionally thankful for the fine support and care offered by the Hospice of Virginia at Retreat Hospital. She was a long time member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She graciously donated her remains to science for research and education. The family will receive friends Saturday, January 16, 1 to 4 p.m. at Spring Arbor of Richmond, 9991 Ridgefield Parkway, Richmond, Va. 23233, where an Eastern Star Memorial will be conducted at 2 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the National Foundation for Cancer Research or the American Cancer Society . |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home Chapel, Gretna, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
BHARDWAJ, Prem Lata, 61, of Chesterfield, formerly of Ludhiana Punjab, India, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Johnston-Willis Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Devi Dyal and Puran Devi Sharma; and was preceded in death by two brothers. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Harbans Lal Bhardwaj, professor at Virginia State University; two daughters, Dr. Hem Lata Bhardwaj and Ms. Monica Lata Bhardwaj, both of Chesterfield; extended family of brothers, a sister, a brother-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews living in India. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
Prem Lata Bhardwaj, 61, of Chesterfield, formerly of Ludhiana Punjab, India, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at Johnston-Willis Medical Center., She was the daughter of the late Devi Dyal and Puran Devi Sharma, and was preceded in death by two brothers., She is survived by her husband, Dr. Harbans Lal Bhardwaj, Professor at Virginia State University; two daughters, Dr. Hem Lata Bhardwaj and Ms. Monica Lata Bhardwaj, both of Chesterfield; extended family of brothers, a sister, a brother-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews living in India., The family will receive friends from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at |
s will be held at noon on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Kenneth Lane officiating. The entombment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or to Good Samaritan Hospice. The family will be receiving friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
HUBBARD, Raymond Lee Jr., 80, of Midlothian, died January 11, 2010 at Sunrise of Bon Air, following years of Alzheimer's and a recent illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Bradley Hubbard. Mr. Hubbard grew up in the Oak Grove area of Richmond, Va. and graduated from John Marshall High School. He was a life member of James M. Slay Detachment No. 329 Marine Corps League, a life member of Forest View Rescue Squad, and retired from Westvaco. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Michael Lee Hubbard (Melinda), Vicki Hubbard Lowman (Raymond) and Raymond Lee Hubbard III; grandchildren, Matthew, Jonathan and Mary Lowman, Jessica Hubbard and Kara O'Connell; also his sister, Patsy C. Hubbard; and the loving family of Sunrise Assisted Living at Bon Air. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where a funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, followed by interment in Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Forest View Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 36153, Richmond, Va. 23235, or Families of the Wounded Fund, Inc., c/o Village Bank, P.O. Box 330, Midlothian, Va. 23113, ID #32-0157288. |
will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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Robert Lee Rosenbaum ABINGDON, Va. Robert Lee Rosenbaum, 70, born May 20, 1939, died Jan. 11, 2010, at the Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Susie Rosenbaum; brothers, Leonard and Gene Rosenbaum and Thomas Jones; sisters, Frances Marlow and Elizabeth Mitchell. Survivors include his wife, Bea Rosenbaum; daughters, Sandra Ray and husband Tony, Bristol Tennessee, Susan Gill and husband Chad, Abingdon, Michelle Lewis and husband Tony, Meadowview, Va.; brothers, James and wife Carol, Donnie, Jerry and John Rosenbaum, all of Abingdon; sisters, Betty, Mary and Janie Rosenbaum; grandchildren, Miranda, Justin, Dustin, Tyler, Lauren, Brandon, Emily, Keira, Sean; and great- grandchildren, Landon and Addison. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at 8 p.m. in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Pastor Jerry Arnold officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 until 7:45 p.m. at Farris Funeral Service. Honorary pallbearers will be Sam Burke, R.L. Young, Bill Briscoe, Don Brown and John Briscoe. The family would like to thank Johnston Memorial Cancer Center, Dr. Davis, Vivian Freeman and the staff at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions can be made to the Cancer Outreach Foundation, 104 Abingdon Place, Abingdon, VA 24211. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, . The Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 623-2700, is serving the Rosenbaum family. |
BULLOCK FAMILY Happy Birthday Robert Ashley Bullock Thelma Ann Bullock Reginald Bullock Love, The Bullock Family |
Rodney F. Ingalls, 60, of Charlottesville, passed away Friday, January 8, 2010, at a local hospital., Born on October 23, 1949 in Utica, New York, he was the son of the late Lyle W. and Ann Trager Ingalls., He served and was honorably discharged from the United States Army. He was a friend to everyone and never turned his back on any person who was "down on their luck.", He is survived by his two sons, David A. Ingalls and Jason Michael Lyle Ingalls; and three grandchildren, David Ingalls Jr., Caleb Ingalls and Lillian Ingalls., A graveside service with military honors will be held at 12 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2010, at the Quantico National Cemetery. |
JOHNSON - Ron Everette Happy 39th Birthday R.J. We love & miss you. Love always, Mom, Brother & Family |
JONES- Rosa "Tots" In remembrance of your birthday. We miss you always and love you forever. Your Family |
Mrs. Ruth Beatrice Gibson (Ma Ruth and Sally), of 41 Corling St., Petersburg, Va., departed this life on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at the Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, Va., A native of Petersburg, Va., Mrs. Gibson was the daughter of the late Luther and Beatrice Rose. She was married to the late retired United States Army Master Sgt. Wyman O. Gibson. She was product of the Petersburg Public School System and a graduate of the Apex Beauty College in Richmond, Va. She owned and operated her own beauty salon, Majestic Beauty Lane, for 10 years and worked as a beautician for 36 years. Mrs. Gibson was a member of the Registered Beauticians Association of Petersburg and Vicinity., Mrs. Gibson received Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Zion Baptist Church, where she served on the Usher Board, and was a member of the Roseman Smith Women's Senate and the Diamonds. She was a member of the 20th Century Social Club and was listed on the roll as a founder and a charter member., She is survived by a loving and dedicated family which includes, her daughter, Thelma L. Berthea of Petersburg, Va.; three grandchildren, Yvonne Bethea Sims of Jackson, N.C., Wyman Bethea (Janet) of Madison, N.C., and Yvette Bethea Carter of Prince George, Va.; four great-grandsons, LaMar Sims (Nina) of Richmond, Va., Wyman Bethea Jr. (Amy) of Winston-Salem, N.C., Lance Sims of Jackson, N.C., and Melvin Carter III of Prince George, Va.; six great-great-grandchildren, Kendall Sims, Cameron Bethea, Cody Bethea, Lauryn Sims, Chaz Bethea and Nathan Sims; a sister, Gladys Hill of Rocky Mount, N.C.; niece, Joyce Brown (Donald) of Petersburg, Va.; nephew, Donald Garlinton (Cynthia) of New York, N.Y.; two goddaughters, Catherine Owens (Percy) and Connie Conley (Jim); the Zion Baptist Church family members; and a host of friends., The family wishes to thank the staff of Golden Living Center Battlefield Park and the staff of the 2nd Floor East Southside Regional Medical Center for their expert and loving care., A funeral service will be held noon Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr., pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., The family will receive friends at 41 Corling St., Petersburg, Va., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
ROSE, Suzanne Bower, 60, formerly of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at her home in Artesia, N.M. Suzanne was born August 22, 1949 in Richmond, Va., the daughter of H. Gordon Bower and Florence (Jones) Bower. She graduated from Thomas Dale High School in Chester, Va. in 1967 and on August 30, 1969 she married Michael Rose in Chesterfield, Va. She was a stay-at-home mom. She is survived by her husband, Michael Rose; son, MSgt. Christopher Rose and his wife, TSgt. Christina, of Tucson, Ariz., both serving in the U.S. Air Force; daughters, Lisa Frederick and her husband, Cory, of Midland, Texas and Amanda Rose of Artesia; sisters, Carolyn Morowitz, Patsy Taylor, Linda Hess and Becky Burleigh; granddaughters, Layla M. Frederick of Midland, Texas and Emily Kelley of Lake Orion, Mich.; grandson, Robert W. "Robbie" Rose of Tucson, Ariz.; and mother-in-law, Louise Rose of Midlothian, Va. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). Her funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Girl Scout Commonwealth Council of Virginia, 7300 Hanover Green Dr., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, Boy Scouts of America, 4015 Fitzhugh Ave., Richmond, Va. 23230, or American Heart Association , 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
Funeral services for Mrs. Sadie B. Christian, of 1711 W. Clara Drive, Petersburg, who died on Monday morning at her residence, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Zion Bpatist Church, Byrne Street, Petersburg; Dr. A.J. White Sr. 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. |
HAMPTON - Samantha N. Albert, 40, departed this life on Jan. 10, 2010, at the Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, Va. She left behind three beautiful children, Jamilia S. Hamilton (21), Oliver J. Thomas III (20) and Francis D. Freeman II (12). Services of Celebration and Remembrance are entrusted to the M.E. Fisher Funeral Home. |
Samuel J. Ramsey CASTLEWOOD, Va. Staff sergeant Samuel J. Ramsey, USMC (Retired), age 39, died unexpectedly of heart complications on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, while caring for his father in Milford, Maine. He retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 14 years of service. He was also an avid guitarist. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Martin and Lorraine Ramsey, both of Milford, Maine. He is survived by his wife of seven years, Kristal Ramsey; two step- daughters, Veronica Hal, of the home, and Tia Hall of St. Paul, Va.; one sister, Laurie Johndro and husband, Barry; two nieces, Amy Johndro and Lindsey Johndro, all of Orrington, Maine. His extended family includes: mother-in-law, Kathy Robertson; father-in-law, George "Bill" Robertson; grandmother-in-law, Alba Robertson; Sharon and Arlen Turner, all of Castlewood, Tina and Dan "Hub" Austin, Wayne and Peggy Hamilton, Tammy Wright, all of St. Paul,, Randy Hamilton of Coeburn, Va., Tom Robertson and family of Lawrenceville, Ga., and Dave Honaker of Castlewood; special friends, Randy and Sheila Fleming, Allen Christian, David Verbal, Glen Castle, and Shannon Willis, all of Castlewood, Chuck Edgerly of Boston and Tim Noonan of Cary, N.C. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Information provided by Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood, Va. |
s will be held at noon on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Avenue, SW. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to The Lymphoma Research Program at the University of Virginia Cancer Center, P.O. Box 800773, Charlottesville, Va. 22908. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
In loving memory of our dear mother, Sarah Gray, who passed away January 13, 2003. From your children, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. |
BLOUNT, Ms. Shirley Yvonne, of Richmond, departed this life January 12, 2010. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Funeral notice later. |
Howard V. Snyder, 99, of Roanoke, Va., died on Sunday, January 10, 2010. Services will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Wheatland Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
Stephen loved music, fishing and hanging out with his friends. He played soccer for the Williamsburg Soccer Club, and loved the San Diego Chargers. Stephen previously volunteered at the Heritage Humane Society because of his love of animals. He was a very loyal and devoted friend to many of his peers and will be greatly missed., Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Ross and Grace Whitehead; and his brother, Kenny Whitehead, of Williamsburg; his grandmother, Betty Kenyon of Destin, Fla.; his aunts and uncles, Martha Daniels and her husband Steve of Williamsburg, Mary Kenyon, Joy Robbins, and Doug Kenyon, all of Destin, Fla., and Lisa Dessoffy of Newport News; as well as a large extended family and many friends., The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, VA. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, at Kings Way Church, 5100 John Tyler Hwy., Williamsburg. Interment will be held at a later date. |
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. |
Thomas Callender Moore Sr., 81, of Petersburg, widower of Barbara Spurr Moore, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010., He was a native of Petersburg, born the son of the late William J. and Ella Callender Moore. Mr. Moore was a past member of the Country Club of Petersburg, Second Presbyterian Church and a retired insurance executive., He is survived by his children, Thomas "Cal" Moore Jr. and wife, Donna, Elizabeth Moore Houchins and husband, Gary, William Spurr Moore and wife, Betsy; eight grandchildren, Madison and Ansley Moore, Tyler Stephenson, John, Will and Liza Moore, Barbara and Tyler Houchins; special friends, Robert and Jean Spivey, Gloria and W.F. Dance, Betty Wilson, Gilbert Rideout and Jack Woody., A graveside funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 15, at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Southside Virginia Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 574, Petersburg, VA 23805. Family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Condolences may be registered at |
MOORE, Thomas Callender Sr., 81, of Petersburg, widower of Barbara Spurr Moore, died Tuesday, January 12, 2010. He was a native of Petersburg, born the son of the late William J. and Ella Callender Moore. Mr. Moore was a past member of the Country Club of Petersburg, Second Presbyterian Church and a retired insurance executive. He is survived by his children, Thomas "Cal" Moore Jr. and wife, Donna, Elizabeth Moore Houchins and husband, Gary, William Spurr Moore and wife, Betsy; eight grandchildren, Madison and Ansley Moore, Tyler Stephenson, John, Will and Liza Moore, Barbara and Tyler Houchins; special friends, Robert and Jean Spivey, Gloria and W.F. Dance, Betty Wilson, Gilbert Rideout and Jack Woody. A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, January 15, at 2 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Southside Virginia Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 574, Petersburg, Va. 23805. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Timothy J. Lewis, 46, a native of Johnstown, Pa., and resident of Newport News, passed away Friday, Jan. 8, 2010., He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force for 22 years., Tim is survived by his wife, Debbie; his three daughters, Jennifer, Andrea, and Stevie; his six grandchildren; and his brother, Gerry Lewis; and sister, Elaine Randolph., A memorial celebration of Tim's life will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, at the Langley Air Force Base Chapel. Interment will be with military honors at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, in Arlington National Cemetery. |
Tony Brent Haney, 40, of Schuyler, died Monday, January 11, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born April 17, 1969, a son of Nancy Claudine (Scruggs) Haney of Schuyler and the late Basil Churchill Haney., Mr. Haney was a heavy equipment operator with Martin & Horn. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of Silver Leaf Hunt Club., In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Jeffrey Haney of Earlysville; two sisters, Lynn Breeden and her husband, Tommy, and Amy Patterson and her husband, David, all of Scottsville; an aunt, Ann Morris and her husband, Delmar, of Keswick; four nieces, Jessi and Jamie Haney, Kim and April Breeden; three nephews, Stephen, Justin and Kevin Patterson; two great-nieces, McKenzie and Tranquility; and special friends John, Mike, and Scott Woodson, Clarence Collier, Yerby "Lucky" Oesterheld, Donald Mowbray and Hank Snow., A celebration of life will be held at a later date., Thacker Brothers Funeral Home, Scottsville, is handling the arrangements. |
11 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Brian Gordon officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-9208., Make a memorial contribution |
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Deacon William Everett (Will) Yuille Deacon William Everett (Will) Yuille was born in Campbell County on Sept. 20, 1909, to the late Julius Luke Yuille and Elizabeth Frazier Yuille and was their last descendant. William was a devout Christian and active member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church until his illness. He held several positions in the church. He followed his father as superintendent of the Sunday school, encouraging interest by conducting Bible trivia sessions after lessons. Deacon Yuille served as chairman of the Deacon Board, treasurer of the church, choir director and pianist. He was blessed with a melodious baritone voice and loved to sing solos with the choir and his family. It was always a pleasure to hear him at home as he played the organ, piano or guitar. He was preceded in death by his beloved spouse, Helen Dabney Yuille of 58 years, and his oldest daughter, Desiree Yuille. He is survived by three sons, Zenith (Anita) Yuille of Upper Marlboro, Md., Leon (Margaret) Yuille of Hampton and Steven Yuille of Roanoke; six daughters, Dr. Dolores Johns of Roanoke, Shirley James of Hyattsville, Md., Janice Scott and Vivian (Moses) David of Hampton, Helen Thornton of Atlantic City, N.J., and Laverne (Leonard) Bailey of Egg Harbor Township, N.J.; 26 grandchildren, 40 great-children and one great-great-grandchild; four sisters-in-law, Bernice Epps, Dorothy Calloway, Edna Callaway and Beulah Dabney; three brothers-in-law, William Dabney, Edgar Dabney and Carroll Dabney; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church with the Rev. Anderson Clary Jr. officiating and the Rev. John Price as eulogist The Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Expressions of condolences may be sent to www.Davis-Turner.com. Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service. |
LUCK, Virginia Leighton Love and memories never die as days roll on and years pass by. In loving memory, Love, your son, Gerald, Family and Friends. |
Val was born on May 5, 1930, in Philadelphia, where she spent her childhood. She moved to Ventnor, N.J., and graduated from Atlantic City Friends School before attending Georgetown Visitation, in Washington, D.C. She then settled in Hampton Roads., One of Val's greatest passions in life was working with young people. She raised four daughters and worked for many years in the Newport News Public Schools as a library assistant. Throughout her life, she continuously ministered to teenagers, many of whom considered her a second mother., Val was deeply involved in the Catholic Church and ministered to many types of people. One of her friends aptly dubbed her "St. Val of the Disenfranchised." Besides her family, Val most loved the ocean, a nice glass of wine, reading, crossword puzzles, and a good laugh., She is survived by her four daughters, Anne Frederick (Bruce), Judy, Edie Moorcones (Mike), and Lisa (Sara); five grandchildren, Leslee Chilberti, Matt and Catie Moorcones, Megan McAvoy and Nicole Frederick; and many nieces and nephews., Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, followed by a Mass of the Resurrection at 7 p.m., In honor of Val, the family will be collecting children's books and new teddy bears at the funeral Mass to be donated to local charities. Or, donations can be made to a favorite charity. |
Vernon Steele James BRISTOL, Va. Vernon Steele James, age 85, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete. E-mail condolences to the family may be sent to akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Akard Funeral Home; 1912 W. State St.; Bristol, TN 37620 (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. James. |
CHRISTIAN, Virginia C., 80, of Quinton, Va., died January 10, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Christian Sr.; and daughter, Eunice l. Christian. Surviving are two daughters, Janet T. and Gwendolyn V. Christian; two sons, James L. Jr. and Craig (Nancy) Christian; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild; two sisters, Althea Holmes and Hazel Franklin (McDonald); a host of nieces and nephews, devoted Nina C. Anderson; other relatives and friends. She retired as a Housing Representative in New Kent and Charles City Counties for the Community Action Agency. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 14 at Second Liberty Baptist Church, Quinton, Va. Rev. Lewis R. Yancey II officiating. Interment Church Cemetery. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com |
HAMPTON - Mrs. Virginia 'Snook' Jones of Newport News, Va., died Jan. 10, 2010, at Riverside Convalescent Center in Hampton, Va., She was the daughter of the late Dean and Pearl Goodwin of Smithfield., She was a member of Freedom House of Deliverance, under the pastor of James H. Robinson., Viewing will be held Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, from noon to 6 p.m. at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the chapel. Interment will follow in Tynes Memorial Cemetery, Smithfield, Va. Condolences may be sent to |
Virginia Kate Cadle Rouse BRISTOL, Tenn. Burial for Virginia Kate Cadle Rouse will be Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at Mountain View Cemetery, Bristol Virginia. Anyone wishing to attend interment service should be at Akard Funeral Home at 10 a.m. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Virginia Kate Cadle Rouse, 83, passed away Jan. 10, 2010, at the home of her daughter, Phyllis, in Morristown, Tenn. Akard Funeral Home, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Rouse. |
CUMMINGS - Walt 04/05/53 - 01/08/09 We hope you are resting in peace - we still miss you. |
s will be held 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Siegfried (Jon) Wallner Jr., 86, of Hickory, N.C., and formerly of Pulaski, Va., died on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory. He was born on July 27, 1923, in Pulaski, Va., and was the son of the late Siegfried and Marcia Delores (Jarratt) Wallner. He grew up in Jacksonville, Texas, where he was a Boy Scout and earned his Eagle Scout Badge., He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1949, where he was known as "Tex," with a B.A. degree in textiles. On June 27, 1950, he married Stella Dalton Wallner at Christ Episcopal Church in Pulaski, Va. Jon had an extensive career in the hosiery industry, Glen Raven Knitting Mills in Glen Raven, N.C.; Virginia Maid Hosiery Mills in Pulaski, Va.; and Davenport Hosiery Mills in Chattanooga, Tenn., He was president of Magnet Mills in Clinton, Tenn., where he was a lay leader in St. Albans's Episcopal Church, chairman of the board and president of the Anderson County Community Chest and president of the Clinton Civitan Club. From Clinton he went to Indian Head Hosiery Mills in Paducah, Ky.; Kayser Roth in Burlington, N.C., and finished the last 17 years of his career with Adams-Millis Corporation in High Point, N.C. He spent his retirement years in High Point, N.C., Winston-Salem, N.C., Statesville, N.C., and Hickory, N.C., He is survived by one son, Jon Thomas Wallner and his wife, Kate, of Greensboro, N.C.; and two daughters, Marcia Dee Pencola and her husband, Michael, of Hickory, and Celeste Sabel, of Montgomery, Ala. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Marcia Helene Sabel, Samuel Sabel and his wife, Heather, Joshua Pencola, Chelsea Dee Pencola Gelardi, Carley Sarah Pencola, Katherine Adams Wallner and Elizabeth Dalton Wallner; great-grandson, Sebastian Judah Sabel-Sowers; and great-granddaughter, Sophia Grace Gelardi. Also surviving Jon is his beloved Maltese companion, Sophie Mae., John, along with his wife of 57 years, Stella, developed several long-term friendships in the many places they lived. His lifetime passion was golf, watching and attending North Carolina State football and basketball games, working on projects around the house, and visiting the mountains and beaches., He was preceded in death by his wife, Stella Dalton Wallner; parents, Siegfried and Marcia Delores (Jarratt) Wallner; and brother, Jack Devereaux Wallner., s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Seagle Funeral Home with the Rev. Michael Moulden officiating. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 1 until 2 p.m. funeral time at the funeral home., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the , P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011,, . Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
HAMPTON - Walter Lloyd Hartigan, 93, born in Glasgow, Va., on April 28, 1916, passed away on Jan. 12, 2010, in Hampton., He was WWII veteran with service in the European and North African Theatres., Mr. Hartigan is survived by two sisters, Ollie Hartigan, and Ida Cooper; and a brother, Jim Hartigan; three sons, Andrew Hartigan of Hampton, Paul Hartigan of Seymour, Tenn., and Patrick Hartigan of Austin, Texas; stepdaughters, Brenda Kirkpatrick and Gayle Moore; stepsons, Wayne Batten and Ronnie Batten; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren., He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie Hartigan and second wife, Alberta Hartigan; and a son, Mike Hartigan., The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Downtown Hampton with a memorial service to begin at the funeral home at 2 p.m., The family requests that memorial donations be sent to the |
George M. Warren Jr., 87, died Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Wellmont Hospice House following an illness of several months. The family maintained their home in Bristol, Va., to the present. Warren was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Appeals, the United States Court for the Western District of Virginia, the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, and by association in the states of North Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia., Other significant tributes of merit included the Emory and Henry Charter Day Citation, the Bristol Bar Association's Lifetime Service Award, Life Membership in the Bristol Life Saving Crew, and Lifetime Outstanding and Dedicated Service Awards from the Bristol Virginia Police Department and the Bristol Virginia Sheriff's Office, and the Board of Visitors of Emory and Henry College., Warren was elected to the Senate of Virginia in 1963 and served through 1975, representing the Counties of Lee, Scott, Washington, Smyth, a portion of Russell, and the City of Bristol. He was a member of the Senate Committees on Courts of Justice, Finance, Privileges and Elections, and Roads and Internal Navigation. Serving on the Staff of three Virginia Governors, he was a Member of the State Crime Commission for 12 years, the Election Laws Study Commission, and more than a dozen special "Blue Ribbon" Commission appointments. Senator Warren was chief patron of the legislation and Chairman of the Study Commission that created the School of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. He introduced legislation that designated Natural Tunnel a Virginia State Park, and that created the Bristol-Washington County Industrial Park., to the citizens of Bristol, Southwest Virginia meanwhile served for eight years on the Virginia State Council for Higher Education., On August 1, 2002, the Governor of Virginia appointed Mr. Warren as Pro Tempore Judge of the General District Court of the Twenty-Eighth Judicial District for the Counties of Smyth, Washington, and the City of Bristol. He was 80 years old when he left the Bench in January 2003., In addition to his wife, Musser W. Warren, he is survived by two sons, George M. Warren III and wife, Margaret, of Little River, S.C., and James Watkins Warren, of Bristol, Va.; a daughter, Merle Warren Dickert and husband, Robert, of Bristol, Va.; grandsons, George Mason Dickert, Robert William Dickert, and John Warren Dickert; and niece, Janet Gemmell Kell, of Richmond., will be held at the Warren family grave site, Emory, Va., The family suggests that those who wish might make a memorial gift to a charity of their choosing., Make a memorial contribution |
PARNELL, William "Bill" P., 87, died January 6, 2010 in Portsmouth, N.H. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patricia (Jones) Parnell,; four sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and one sister. He was a longtime former resident of Falls Church, Va. and active in Democratic Party politics with Citizens for a Better City. Calling hours are January 15, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Brewitt Funeral Home, 14 Pine St. Exeter, N.H. A Mass is January 16, 2010 at 12 noon at St. Michael Church, Exeter, N.H., with a light luncheon to follow at the church. Burial will be in the Blanford Cemetery, Petersburg, Va. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to St. Vincent de' Paul, c/o St. Michael Church, 9 Lincoln St., Exeter, N.H. 03833. To sign an on line guest book, please visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com |
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