Albert F. Broughton Jr., 83, of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Peekskill, N.Y., before moving to Roanoke in 1985, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, May 30, 2010. He was a member of the Emmanuel Wesleyan Church. He was retired from the New York Telephone Company and a United States Navy veteran of World War II. Surviving are his loving wife of 62 years, Joan; daughter and son-in-law, Laura Broughton Stewart and Bob Stewart, of Bedford County; granddaughters, Heather Bradley, of Bedford County, Jacqulyn Joan Bryant and husband, Mitch, of Newport News, Va.; greatgranddaughters, Lauren Bradley, Kiaira Bryant; greatgrandsons, Jakob and Jashua Bradley, Cage Bryant; brothers, Gene Broughton and wife, Marie, James Broughton and wife, Joan, all of Fishkill, N.Y. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Emmanuel Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Michael N. Ennis officiating. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540362-1237. |
Angel Fields GLADE SPRING, Va. Angel Fields went to Heaven on Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at the Smyth County Community Hospital. She is survived by the parents, Johnny and Crystal Perry Fields; brothers, Damien Little and Gideon Fields; a sister, Nevaeh Fields, all of Glade Spring; grandparents, John and Fredia Fields, Glade Spring, and Louis and Peggy Perry, South Carolina; great- grandparents, Katie Lerendu, Marion, Va., Mary Ennis and Sue Hess, both of Abingdon, Va.; two uncles, Timothy Little, Bristol Virginia, Anthony Perry, South Carolina; three aunts, Amy Little, Bristol Virginia, Samantha Perry, South Carolina, Krystal Little, Glade Spring. A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the Baptist Cemetery, Glade Spring, with Pastor Johnny Spencer officiating. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Angela Lisa Burrell, 37 , of Fincastle, Virginia, passed away Friday, May 28,2010. Survivors include parents, John and Barbara Burrell Sr.; paternal grandmother, Pearl Burrell; brother, Johnny Burrell Jr., all of Fincastle; a host of cousins; aunts; uncles; other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held Thursday, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church Fincastle. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral at the church. Friends may call at Serenity Wednesday, 12 to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services. |
Annie Snellings NORFOLK - Annie Snellings, 85, beloved wife, mother and grandmother went to be with the Lord, her husband, and son on May 30, 2010. She was a lifelong resident of Norfolk and worked at the Pancake House in Wards Corner for 39 years (1962-2001). Annie will be remembered for her beautiful smile and personality. Annie is survived by her two daughters, Shirley McCutcheon and husband Joe, and Carolyn Robbins and husband Jack; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. Friends may join the family at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk, today from 7 to 9 p.m. |
In Loving Memory Anthony C. "Turk" Peer July 6, 1978 - June 1, 1994 We miss you, Love, GRANDMA AND GRANDPA |
GORDON, Antoine Cornell Today we celebrate your 21st Birthday. 21 years ago God gave us a special gift we will cherish forever. We love and miss you. Pip, Gail, Bud, Grannie, Paulette, Lawrence & Family |
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Doris R. Atkinson NORFOLK - Doris Richards Atkinson, 88, deeply loved as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend went to be with the Lord ..... |
Barbara L. Norris Haskins, 64, of Penhook and formerly of Greensboro, N.C. passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010. Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Louise Lambert McKee, her first husband, Bobby Norris, second husband, Douglas Haskins, aunt, Roselyn Lambert Dougherty and uncle, Edgar Lambert. After graduating as Valedictorian of Clayton High School, Class of 1963, she attended the University of North Carolina Greensboro, where in 1967, she received a Bachelor's Degree in Math and in 1985, a Master's Degree in Education. She was also a member of Delta Kappa Gamma. She taught for over 30 years, including Jackson Jr. High, Kiser Middle, and Page High School. She was a member of Penhook United Methodist Church, where she also served as secretary. A lifetime of joy and laughter were built on a foundation of faith. Some of her greatest joys were her grandchildren, visiting Bar Harbor and eating Maine lobster, volunteering with the Discovery Shop at Westlake, and most importantly, spending time with her family and friends at Smith Mountain Lake. Surviving are her father W. Gattis Lee (Shelby); her children, Melanie L. Norris Smith (Steve), Christopher S. Norris (Lesli) and Jennifer L. Norris (Bray Johnson); stepchildren, Kimberly H. Hudson (Charlie), Bryant D. Haskins (Leslie); grandchildren, Kara Hudson, Madeline Smith, Ian Norris, Jakob Haskins, Colby Haskins and Lane Johnson; brothers and sisters, Debbie L. Hegarty (Charlie), Cliff G. Lee (Tracy and Keitland) and Mark Lee (Christina); nieces and nephews, Ray and Kristie Wilson and son Hayden, Michael and Allison Hegarty, Katie and Michael Jones and children J.J. and Ashley, Olivia Lee; aunts, Betty Andrews (Sam), Cleo Barbour, Chrystelle (Chris) Gower (Joe). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the, , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla., 73123 or to Penhook United Methodist Church, 29 Morgans Fork Rd., Penhook, Va., 24137. Memorial services will be conducted from Penhook United Methodist Church 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 with the Rev. Judith Short officiating. Interment will be private. Her family will be receiving friends immediately following the service Wednesday at the church. Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount. |
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Tony E. Baucom PORTSMOUTH - Services for Tony Everett Baucom will be held at 3 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. ..... |
BENJAMIN, Bea & Bennie Forever in our hearts, loving you always. The children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren |
Beulah A. Jennings, 96, of New Canton, Virginia, peacefully passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010, at Heritage Hall Nursing Home, in Dillwyn, Virginia., Born December 13, 1913, in Mount Pilot, North Carolina, she was the widow of Clarence C. Jennings., She is survived by a son, Jimmy Jennings, of Lomita, California; a daughter, Frances "Frankie" Jones of Wingina, Virginia; a daughter-in-law, Lisa Jennings, of Lomita, California; a sister-in-law, Ottolene Jennings of Galax, Virginia; a brother-in-law, Everett Cox of Galax, Virginia; five grandchildren, Sharon Tyree and her husband, Jimmy, Chrissy Burnley and her husband, Ricky, Thaddeous Green and his wife, Christy, Marjorie Bernoudy and her husband, Scott, Emily Taylor and her husband, Sean; and nine great- grandchildren., A graveside funeral service will be conducted 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at the Arvonia Community Cemetery, Arvonia, Virginia. Reverend Jamie Dunn will officiate., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at the Colbert Funeral Home, Bremo Bluff. |
Beulah Robin Hensley, 97, of Salisbury, N.C. passed away May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-989-3131. |
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Boyd Edward Jones, 93, of Pulaski, passed away Sunday May 30, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Pulaski county April 20, 1917, he was the son of the late Lula Dalton Jones and Roby Jones. Also preceding him in death were his wife, Geraldine Farmer Jones, a grandson, Richard Davis "Richie" Jones, II and his brothers and sisters, Julia Morris, Nell Dalton, Coy Jones, Carrie Jennell, Lonnie Jones and Phyllis Williams. He was a retired employee of Pulaski Furniture Corp. and a member of the Trinity Baptist Church. The Family wishes to thank Dr. Kaatz, Advanced Home Health Care and caregivers, Lisa Bishop, Barbara Archer, Tamica Rodriguez, Donnie Hale, Mary Jane Ramsey and John Jones. Surviving are sons and daughterin-law, Thomas E. Jones, Pulaski , Richard D. and Pam A. Jones, Newbern; daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn J. and Rodger Pike, Va. Beach, Debbie J. and David W. Lineberry, Pulaski; sisters, Frances Parks and Buelah Kerr both of Pulaski; brothers, Kenneth Jones and Ralph Jones, both of Pulaski; grandchildren, Todd Pike, Susan Nicholson both of Va. Beach, Christy Jones, Raleigh, N.C., Craig Jones, Dublin, David "Buck Lineberry, II, John Jones, Tim Jones, Heather Slaughter and Ashley Lineberry all of Pulaski; great-grandchildren, Ryan, Rachel, and Victoria Nicholson, Danielle and Cameron Pike all of Va. Beach, Madison Jones, Dublin, Ginger Slaughter, Taylor Jones and Landace Lineberry all of Pulaski. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday June 1, 2010 from Stevens Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Howlett officiating. Burial will follow in the Thornspring Cemetery. Visiting will be Tuesday from 11 a.m. to the service hour. The Family welcomes flowers and memorials can also be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski. |
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Verlin E. Bright SUFFOLK - Verlin Eugene Bright, 67, died May 30, 2010 at his home. A native of Kansas, he was the son ..... |
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Lottie M. Brown CHESAPEAKE - Lottie M. Brown, 81, of the 1600 block of Plantation Woods Way, died May 27, 2010. Born in Littleton, ..... |
Bruna Fiorent' Ossi NORFOLK - Bruna Fiorent' Ossi was born in 1930 in Trieste, Italy, and departed this life after a battle with pancreatic cancer on Saturday, May 29, 2010 in her Norfolk home surrounded by her loving family. A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, on the corner of Princess Anne and Blow streets, on Friday, June 4. The family will be receiving visitors at 1 p.m. at the church, and the service will follow at 2 p.m. The widow of the late Erminio Ossi, Bruna is survived by her two sons and their families, Massimo and his wife Sarah Jane Gaskill and their daughter Francesca of Bloomington, Ind., and Alessandro and his wife Cordelia and their two sons Nicholas and Thomas of Norfolk. Her sister, Franca Marchesi, and a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, and their families, live in Italy. Erminio, Bruna, and their children were relocated from Rome, Italy, to Norfolk in 1970 by MMM Design Group. Bruna quickly became sought after as an Italian teacher and established an Italian group that has continued to meet once a week for the last 30 years. In her teaching career, she held adjunct faculty positions at Old Dominion University and taught Italian through NATO. She continued to give private lessons in her home until November 2009. Bruna also owned and operated two very successful Italian eateries in the Ghent section of Norfolk. The first, Roma 83, with her dear friend Antonietta Merlo, delighted patrons with gourmet take out from the fanciful Boissevain Avenue location. Trattoria Roma later offered bistro-style dining and enjoyed a devoted clientele. Among her greatest joys were cooking, her family, her friends and students, the Chrysler Museum, the Virginia Opera, and the Feldman Chamber Music Society. The family gratefully acknowledges the dedication and generosity of Ann Festa, R.N., and of the hospice nurses and aides who assisted in caring for Bruna during the months prior to her passing. In lieu of flowers, Bruna had requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society . |
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Retha Bryant NORFOLK - Retha "Kooky" Bryant, 54, of the 400 block of 27th St., passed away May 26, 2010. She was born Jan. ..... |
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In Loving Memory Of Elaine Bryson February 25, 1929 - June 1, 2000 Still cherished and never forgotten. Rest well sweetums, Frank ..... |
In loving memory of Calvin Crewe Sr. Another Spring is here, the time of year you went away. We cherish the memories of you all year, but especially in May. Wife & Children |
Carl Edward Farris CHILHOWIE, Va. Carl Edward Farris, 72, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born May 24, 1938, in Washington County, Va., and was a son of the late Fred W. and Roxie Jane Scott Farris. He was a graduate of Emory & Henry College and received his master's degree from Radford University. He taught school for 32 years and retired from Holston High School. Carl was a Lion's Club member since '73 and had received several distinguished service awards. He also received an award in '86 from Washington County Chamber for outstanding service to the field of education. He was a member of Chilhowie United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Farris. Survivors are his wife of 48 years, Virginia Farris; a son, Michael Farris of Chilhowie; and daughter, Karen Farris of Meadowview, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Rev. David St. Clair and Rev. Scott Spence officiating. Interment will follow in Westwood Memorial Gardens in Chilhowie. Pallbearers will be Gene Groseclose, Dwight Baker, Steve Eller, Kevin Gentry, Jim Farris, Bill Farris, Johnny Crabtree and Jim Groseclose. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Chilhowie Lion's Club, Bobby Cuddy and John Mason. The family will receive friends at Farris Funeral Service in Abingdon from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday evening. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Cecil Earl Witt, 71, of Bedford, Va., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital surrounded by family and friends. He was born on Monday, February 6, 1939 in Bedford County, a son of the late James Daniel "Seay" Witt and Marie Hodges Witt. He was also preceded in death by a niece, Janet Wilson and a nephew, David Sexton, Jr. He was an employee of Frank Chervan with forty-eight years service, a member of Epworth United Methodist Church and a veteran of the United States Army. He was also a member of the Thaxton Youth & Community Center Council for nearly thirty years. Cecil was an avid NASCAR fan, especially of Richard Petty and Petty Enterprises. Surviving is his wife, Shirley Brown Witt; a daughter, J. Alison Witt of Bedford; a brother, James S. Witt; four sisters, Yvonne W. Wilson, Viola W. Collins and husband, Bobby, Patty W. Inge, Pauline W. Sexton and husband, David; two sisters-in-law, June Crouch, Linda Overstreet; two brothers-in-law, Thomas Rawlings, Johnny Brown; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and several greatnieces and nephews that he adored. The family requests those wishing to make memorials to consider the Thaxton Youth & Community Center, 1145 Penicks Mill Road, Thaxton, Va., 24174 or the Bedford Lifesaving Crew, P. O. Box 161, Bedford, Va., 24253. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Updike Funeral Chapel, Bedford with the Rev. Joe Shoop, the Rev. Danny Holdren and Dr. Kim McCabe officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday after 12 noon and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford. |
Cecil Morton Cecil Morton, a Christian, loving husband and father, devoted worker, and trust ed friend, went home to be with his Lord, Saturday, May 29, 2010, at his residence, following a brief illness. He was born Dec. 16, 1941, in Carter County, to the late Henry Morton and the late Irene Morton Nave; and stepfather, J.C. Nave. Cecil was best friends with and loving husband to his wife of 48 years, Linda Goodman Morton. Cecil and Linda loved just spending time together, whether they were working, travelling, or spending time with family and friends. Cecil is also survived by a loving son, Shane Morton, who greatly loved his dad and stood by his side during his illness. Cecil also had one granddaughter, Holly, who he adored. Cecil attended Heritage Baptist Church, Johnson City. While living in Jefferson City, Tenn., he was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, where he served as deacon, Sunday school teacher, and leader of the Royal Ambassadors. Cecil was a hard worker, having worked in the Concrete and Pipe Industry for over 50 years. He served 16 years as assistant plant superintendant at Old Hickory Concrete and Pipe in Johnson City; 14 years as plant manager at Knoxville Concrete and Pipe; and, most recently, served 20 years as plant superintendant at Perma-Tile in Bristol Virginia. Cecil was a father-figure to many of the men who worked for him, and was a friend to many. He was a very honest and giving person; he gave so much to others, and never expected anything in return. Cecil was always anxious for Spring, because he loved putting out a garden and going fishing. But the thing Cecil loved the most was his family. Cecil's Heavenly homecoming was shared with his sister, Monnie Williams, who died a few hours before him. In addition to his parents, and stepfather, Cecil was preceded in death by three brothers; and one other sister, Leonard Morton, Orlie Morton, Darrell Nave, and Charlotte Street. Cecil is also survived by six sisters and two brothers, Louise Ingram, Carolyn (Buster) Lyons, Ruthie (Terry) Lovelace, and Charles (Becky) Morton, of Elizabethton, Ivalee (Ted) Beamer, of West Virginia, Marion Hulse, of Jonesborough, Joyce (John) Norman, of Johnson City, and James Nave, of Erwin. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Cecil Morton will be held at Heritage Baptist Church, 1512 John Exum Parkway, Johnson City, Wednesday, June 2, at 7 p.m. Dr. Reggie Weems and Rev. Eric Godfrey will officiate. Music will be provided by Robb Cates, Angie Grigsby, and Kenn Hecht. The family will receive friends prior to the funeral, from 5-7 p.m. or any time at the home of Bob and Wanda May, 2703 Steven Drive, Johnson City. Graveside services will be Thursday, June 3, at 11 a.m. at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be: Fred Chase, Travis Gardner, John Norman, Marlin Danielsen, Joe Depew, Dana Ferguson, Greg Matherly, Carroll Rodgers, Bob Thacker, Jerry Greene, Tim Collins, and Ashley Greene. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at |
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Christine N. McDaniel, 76, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, May 28, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Sharleen West Carr; a daughter, Amber Len Carr Huffman and husband, Andrew; a son, Stephen Thomas Carr; a granddaughter, Shealyn Paige Huffman; his parents, Opal Kathryn and Claude J. Carr Sr.; two sisters, Margaret Connell and Viola Wilkinson and husband, James; father-in-law, James C. "Mickey" West; two brothers-in-law, James E. West and wife, Melanie, and Robert T. West and wife, Cortney; and several nieces and nephews, Tillie Wilkinson, Trae Wilkinson, Stacey Connell, Stephanie Connell, and Matthew West. |
Clayton K. Hall |
Jun 1, 2010 The funeral for Clayton Kyle Hall, 2 months, of Critz, who died May 28, 2010, was held Sunday at Norris Funeral Services with the Rev. Reggie Steele officiating. Burial was Monday at Henry Memorial Park in Bassett. Pallbearers were Gary Boaz, Dwight Bailey, Brandon K. Boaz and Kevin Wilson. |
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Warren W. Cobb Jr. NORFOLK - Warren W. Cobb Jr. passed away at his home Friday, May 28, 2010 at the age of 86. ..... |
BENNETT, Colleen L., joined her heavenly family on Sunday, May 30, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Frank Bennett; her daughter, Linda Bierowski (Thomas); her sons, Wayne Davis (Renu) and Linwood Davis (Meghan); grandchildren, Scott, Laura, Brian, Jason, Caitlin, Jill, Tess, Bryony, and Bennett; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Katie, Naomi, Colby, Abbey, and Ashley; sisters, Lucille Dunn, Ann Dismukes, and Dottie Spencer; brothers, Bruce, Jacob, and Robert Link; other devoted family and friends, especially Mildred Janney, who provided the utmost of comfort and companionship. A celebration of her life will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, June 4 at Central Baptist Church, 1510 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield. Arrangements by Angelus Funeral & Cremation Traditions. |
PERKINS Daniel R. Perkins Jr. 2-21-16 - 5-28-04 Dearly Loved - Greatly Missed Eva S. Perkins & Barbara H. Walker |
In Memory of DARIUS ATHEY This year has been very rough because I have been missing you so much. I still cannot believe that you are not here with us. With every breath I take, every place I go and everything I see, I am reminded of you! Even though you left us so suddenly and I wasn't prepared for you to go, I trust and believe God was not surprised and he wanted you to come on home to be with him. You are safe in his arms now. I will miss you always son. Grandma will miss you and all of your friends and family will miss you. Until we meet again. Continue to look over us and keep us safe. Love, Mom, Grandma and Aunt Shavon |
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MILLER, David Gary, 44, of Fredericksburg, died Saturday, May 29, 2010 at his residence. David was a loving husband and father. He served on the Board of Directors for the Stafford SPCA, was a member of the Fredericksburg Republican Party, and an active member of BSA Troop #77. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Miller; their children, Elizabeth Limerick, Alex Miller, and Will Alford; his father, Gary David Miller and his wife, Karen; his mother, Claire DeCecco and her husband, Dale; his stepmother, Kathy Miller; his brothers, Dean Miller, Jason Wyglendowski, and Keith Miller; and his sisters, Heidi M. DeZinna, Heather Pierce, Chantelle Lands, and Ellaina M. Klinger. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 2 at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church with the Rev. Larry Lenow and Dr. Carrington Bailey officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bill Hoyt, Jason Wyglendowski, Jerry Gay, Alex Miller, Will Alford, and Michael Pecor. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1 at Covenant Funeral Service, Fredericksburg. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Stafford SPCA, 140 Andrew Chapel Rd., Stafford, Va. 22554, or to the Boy Scouts of America, Troop #77, c/o Church of the Messiah, 12201 Spotswood Furnace Lane, Fredericksburg, Va. 22407. Online guestbook at covenantfuneralservice.com. |
GREENE - In loving memory of my parents, David Edward and Claudette Greene; and brothers, Richard and David Greene. You will always be in our hearts. Love Always, Your children, sisters & brother |
Debra L. Williams, 52, of Covesville, Virginia, died Thursday, May 27, 2010., Debbie was raised in Brigantine, New Jersey, and was a graduate of Holy Spirit High School. She was employed by the casinos until moving to Virginia after the death of her husband, Joe Gonzalez., Debbie is survived by her father, H. Ralph Williams, of Brigantine, New Jersey; her brothers, Herb and his wife, Kathie Hofstetter, of Galloway, New Jersey, Glenn Williams of Brigantine, New Jersey, and Ralph Williams and his wife, Sherry, of Laramie, Wyoming; also surviving are her eight nieces and nephews., Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Life Celebration and viewing from 7 until 9 p.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Keates-Plum Funeral Home, 3112 Brigantine Avenue, Brigantine, NJ, 08203., A viewing will be held from 9 until 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, with funeral service to follow at Keates-Plum Funeral Home., Interment will be held at Laurel Memorial Park, Pomona, New Jersey. |
JACKSON, Denver M., 72, of Louisa, Va., died May 27, 2010. He was a veteran, and loved to hunt, fish, and play bluegrass music. Surviving are daughter, Sonja K. Tate and husband, Jerry, of Louisa, Va.; son, Denver E. Jackson and wife, Violia, of Kents Store, Va.; eight grandchildren, Tricia Sullivan and husband, Mike, Curtis Tate and wife, Sheryl, Bryan Tate, Jay Tate and wife, Torrie, Melissa McDonough and husband, Frank, Ira Jackson, Ben Jackson, and Wendy Stewart and husband, Tom; four great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 4 at Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview, W.Va. Graveside service will be at Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney, W.Va. |
Donnie E. Hairston |
Jun 1, 2010 Donnie E. Hairston, 61, of 115 Rob Lee Drive, Martinsville, died Monday, May 31, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was married to Audrey Hairston. Hairston Funeral Home is handling arrangements. |
Doris R. Atkinson NORFOLK - Doris Richards Atkinson, 88, deeply loved as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2010. Doris was born March 1, 1922 in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1945, she received her degree of nursing from King's County Hospital in New York and became a Navy wife to her one true love, Samuel King Atkinson until his death in 1981. She raised six children who will miss her dearly, Jannette Edwards of Hampton, Margaret Anderson of Delmar, Del., Susan Tweed, Samuel Atkinson IV and Paul Atkinson of Norfolk and Rosemary Atkinson of Winter Haven, Fla.; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The funeral officiated by the Rev. David Gardner will be held Friday, June 4 at 11 a.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com. |
Doris Drewry Foster, 81, of Lynchburg, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. |
Dorothy M. Martin, 85, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, May 31, 2010. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. |
PELLEGRIN - DOROTHY Never forgotten, Always loved. Love, Ray, Kathy, Cindy & Cory |
E. Charlayne Turner VIRGINIA BEACH - E. Charlayne Turner, 61, passed away peacefully May 30, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Turner. She was the daughter of Charles and Ella Armstrong. She is survived by her four children, Sarah, Jason, Adam and Aaron Turner; and three wonderful grandchildren. A visitation will be held Thursday, June 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma, OK 73123-1718. Condolences may be offered at www.altmeyer.com. |
CRAWLEY - EARL S. June 30, 1977 - May 28, 2006 In loving memory of our son. May God be with you each and every day, moment, second and hour. From your loving Mom, Stepdad, Brothers, Sister, Kids and Relatives. |
Edward Slate Allen, 83, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday at Oakland Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel. |
Edward Thomas Moles, 82, of Goodview, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel. 540-982-2221. |
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In Loving Memory Of Elaine Bryson February 25, 1929 - June 1, 2000 Still cherished and never forgotten. Rest well sweetums, Frank |
Eleanor L. Wilson KINGSPORT, Tenn. Eleanor L. Wilson, age 91, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at Indian Path Hospital. She was born May 6, 1919, in Princeton, W.Va., to the late Harry and Zella Mort Cassler. She lived in the Bristol area from the age of 13. She was a homemaker and a former employee of the Fashion Shop. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Basil Wilson; and two sisters, Mary Harrington and Edith Addington. She is survived by: son, John Lee Wilson; grandchildren, Jeffrey Lee Wilson, Mark Wilson, and Kevinn Lee Wilson; niece, Brenda Addington Smith; special friend, Linda Quillen. A graveside service for Mrs. Wilson will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in the Glenwood Cemetery with Pastor Jack Stevens officiating and honorary minister Niles Kitzmiller. Online condolences may be registered at |
POLLARD - Elinor Ruth Bell 9 years, not a day goes by... Reginald Sr.; Julie, Regina, Reg Jr., Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren |
Elizabeth Anne Elizabeth (Betty) Anne LeDoux, 84, of Blacksburg, died Sunday, May 30, 2010 at Montgomery Regional Hospital. Betty was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 31, 1926 to the late Nathan John and Eula Hess Eicher. She was also preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey LeDoux., She graduated from West High School in 1943. Her family moved to Long Beach, California in 1945 when her father was employed by an aircraft defense plant. Betty worked at the Naval Shipyard in Long Beach as a clerk typist. She met her future husband John on a blind date in November 1947. John was a Navy officer on the USS Astoria CL90 that was home ported in Long Beach. They were married on May 8, 1948 in Long Beach. During her husband's Navy career the family moved many times during his 24 years in the Navy. In one nine year period, the family moved eight times coast to coast. Their eight children were born in California, Virginia, New York and Tennessee. After retiring from the Navy in 1967 they remained in the Northern Virginia area where John worked for several companies. In 1973 they moved to Boulder, Colorado where her husband was associated with the University of Colorado. They returned to Virginia in 1976 when John joined the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. In 1982 they moved to Blacksburg where her husband was an Associate Professor of Engineering. During this time Betty was active in their church, Triedstone Christian Center where for several years she taught the children's super church. She then led the intercessory women's prayer group until 2002., As the mother of eight, the grandmother of eleven and the great-grandmother of nine, she has been an inspiration and advisor to her children and grandchildren and a model of what a mother and wife should be. She was esteemed and loved by all who knew who her. She is survived by her husband, John C. LeDoux; four daughters, Janelle Anderson and husband, Robert, Christiansburg, Judith LeDoux, Raleigh, N.C., Jean LeDoux, Hawaii, Joyce Carter, Marshall, Va.; three sons, John LeDoux and wife, Chick, Bristow, Va., James LeDoux, Sacramento, Calif., Joseph LeDoux and wife, Debra, Decatur, Ga.; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren., Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 3 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Vince Guerra officiating. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg. |
Elizabeth R. Wilkinson VIRGINIA BEACH - Elizabeth "Tizzie" Rawlings Wilkinson, 92, of the 100 block of Green Kemp Road, passed away May 30, 2010 in her home. A native of Gwynns Island, Va., she was the daughter of the late Earl and Belle Rawlings and the widow of Charles Vincent Wilkinson. Tizzie was a rare treasure; how blessed we were to have her in our lives. She is survived by her two daughters, Elizabeth W. Ricks and husband Gary of Virginia Beach and Rebecca W. Kanipe and husband Marty of Richmond; three grandchildren, Noel Ricks and wife Amy, and Lauren and Blake Kanipe; and two great-grandchildren, Christian and Dylan Ricks. She was predeceased by her son, Charles M. Wilkinson. A special thank you to all who cared for her, especially Deborah Simmons. A celebration of life service will be conducted Saturday, June 5, at 2 p.m. at Johnson's United Methodist Church, 11175 Bayside Road, Machipongo, VA 23405. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Salvation Army or Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
Eloise Ann Akers Batchelor, 85, of Silver Spring, Maryland and formerly of Salem, Virginia died Sunday, May 30, 2010. She was the widow of Harry B. Batchelor. Surviving are two sons, David Batchelor and Carl Batchelor, both of Maryland; one sister, Dorothy Newton, Vinton; also several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Oakey's Vinton Chapel (982-2221). |
Elsie L. Hudson, 80, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010. Graveside services 2 p.m. Tuesday, Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel. |
Eunice Celeste Toliver, 92, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. |
JINKINS, Evelyn Louise Harding, of Montpelier, died May 31, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Jinkins Jr.; and her son, George W. Jinkins III. She is survived by her children, Lynn Thrift (Mike), Paul Jinkins (Shasta), Jean Marsh (Bob), and James Jinkins; her goddaughter, Connie Chopko; seven grandchildren, Scott, Matthew, Gail, Deborah, Rick, Sarah, and Andrew; and one great-grandson, Wesley. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a charity of your choice. |
Everett H. Mosby, Jr. Oct. 27, 1930-May 29, 2009 If tears could build a stairway and memories could build a lane. We would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. It's been one year since you've been gone. You will always be in our hearts. Love, Pooh & the grandkids |
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DENNIS - Felicia A. Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. Your loving Family |
Florence M. Midgette NORFOLK - Florence M. Midgette, 85, passed away May 30, 2010. Mrs. Midgette was born in Manhattan, N.Y. She was predeceased by her parents, Bert and Grace Jones, brother Edward Jones and sister Edith Rizzo. Mrs. Midgette was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Norfolk, and past president of the Golden Unit Wives Club, whose members consist of wives of members of the Legion of Honor Unit of Khedive Shrine Center. She was a career credit union employee, having retired from Tidewater Telephone Employee Credit Union and worked with Coast Guard Credit Union in Norfolk, Miami and Washington, D.C. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Milton; daughter, Juanita and husband Clint Hepler; daughter Susan and husband Michael Leccese; grandchildren, John and wife Heather Hepler, Bill and wife Shannon Hepler and Lianne and husband Timm McShanne, Adrienne Leccese; and two great-grandchildren, Ryan and Keira Hepler. Mrs. Midgette is survived by one brother, Ralph Jones of San Diego. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 4, followed by a memorial service at 8 p.m. at the Altmeyer Funeral Home, Twiford Chapel, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 5, in Manteo Cemetery, Manteo, N.C. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Khedive Shrine Center, 645 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 for Children's Hospitals and/or Children's Transportation Fund. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, N.C., is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. |
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Ruth Elizabeth Folden VIRGINIA BEACH - Ruth Elizabeth Folden, 88, passed away May 31, 2010. A native of Charlotte, N.C., she was the widow ..... |
Frances (Frankie) Moose Jennings, 90, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday evening, May 27, 2010. She was born in Greensboro, N.C. on December 25, 1919, to Lillian and Frank Moose and moved to Roanoke when her father opened Frank L. Moose Jeweler. Frankie graduated from Mary Baldwin College and earned a Master's Degree in French and English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Married to Harold Frederick Jennings (Hal) on January 13, 1945, they settled in Roanoke when he joined her father's jewelry business. She taught French in Salem and Roanoke City Schools before helping to found Eton School. As the Eaton School merged with North Cross, Frankie taught French there until 1969. In 1971, the Frank L. Moose Bridal Shop opened and she became the manager and was recognized in 1982 as Mother of the Year for business and professions. Frankie was active with many volunteer organizations including the Roanoke Valley Garden Club, the Children's Community Theatre, the Roanoke Youth Symphony and St. John's Episcopal Church. She also served as president of the Junior League of the Roanoke Valley. One of her fondest memories was traveling to Tyler, Texas in October 1941 when Virginia Governor Price appointed her to represent the state in the Rose Festival., A three-time cancer survivor, she was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Hal Jennings and granddaughter, Jennifer. Survivors include two sons, Geoffrey Jennings and wife, Susan and Rick Jennings and wife, Brenda. Also surviving are five grandchildren: Ryan Snow and husband, Gabe, Melissa Lunsford and husband, Chad, Rob Jennings, Ashley McLeod and husband, Geoff and Coles Jennings; two great-grandsons, Phoenix Lunsford and Blake Jennings., The family wishes to thank her wonderful caregivers: Jean Cooley, Brenda Condrey, Lisa Harrison, Dolores Helms, and Mary Dillon; and appreciates the support of her special friends at Pheasant Ridge and Gentle Shepherd Hospice., Memorials in honor of Mrs. Jennings life may be made to North Cross School (Gordon C. Willis Scholarship Fund) or St. John's Episcopal Church., A service in celebration of "Mom J" will be held on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at 2 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church. Oakey's Roanoke Chapel & Crematory handling arrangements. 540-982-2100. |
Viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at the M.E. Fisher Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at St. Timothy Church of Christ Holiness-USA, 1711 Madison Ave., NN, VA. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, with military honors. Services of celebration and remembrance are entrusted to the M. E. Fisher Funeral Home. |
Fred Junior Salyer BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Fred Junior Salyer went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Satur day, May 29, 2010, at Holston Valley Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on Sept. 12, 1937, in Scott County, Va., and lived in Bristol Virginia, and Blountville for the last 48 years. He was retired from Atmos Gas and was a member of New Hurland Baptist Church in Hiltons, Va. He loved the Lord and was testifying and praising the Lord to the day the Lord called him home. He was preceded in death by his dad and mom who raised him, Roy Lee and Grace Salyer; his biological mother, Myrtle Salyer; son, Timothy D. Salyer; and his half-brother, Jack. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ethel Jacobs Salyer; his children, Darlene Taylor and husband Dan, Darrell Salyer and wife Christine, Blountville, Randall Salyer and Pamela Christian, Kingsport, Tenn., Lori Whitaker, Mattie Feathers and husband Michael, Blountville; special son, Dennis Dunford and wife Joyce, Bristol Virginia; his grandchildren, Kenneth Taylor and wife Jennifer, Blountville, Elizabeth Lane, Kingsport, Daniel Salyer, Megan Salyer, Dylan Whitaker and Emily Feathers, all of Blountville; four great- grandchildren; his biological father, Milburn Salyer; his sister, Lois Worley, Bristol Tennessee; his brother, Kyle Horne, Dungannon, Va.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; nephews, nieces, friends and family to numerous to list. Funeral services for Mr. Salyer will be 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in the Belle Meadows Baptist Church, (Tennessee Campus), with Pastor Fred Robinette. The burial will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in Gardners Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening prior to the service from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at the church. Pallbearers will be Kaleb McKinney, Marvin Salyer, Don Salyer, Donnie Whitaker, Ross Spahr, and Johnny Booher. Honorary pallbearers will be J.D. Moody, Jim Willis, Albert "Todge" Cross, Charles Feathers, Gene Dishner, Buford Salyer, David and Brett Williams, and the men of New Hurland Baptist Church. Online condolences may be registered at |
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PAGE, Galen E. "Gator," 58, of Henrico County, who was predeceased by his father, Charles A. Page, passed away Friday, May 28, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Page; four children, Rebecca Page Kidd (Chris), Amanda E. Page, Twila Page Rose (Andy), and Christopher M. Page; his mother, Mary Pauline Page, and sister, Twila Page Tucker, both of Wilmington, N.C.; brother, Mark A. Page (Judy) of Newport Richey, Fla.; two stepsons; several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; and his dog, Rusty. The family will receive friends, at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., on Wednesday, June 2 from 5 to 7 p.m., with a memorial service beginning immediately after at 7 p.m. Interment will be private. |
Gene Altizer, 64, of Lexington, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 28, 2010, at Kendal. He lived his whole life on the family farm and was the son of the late C. Garland and Pauline Moore Altizer. Gene is survived by two brothers, Gregory of Buena Vista, and Robert of Downingtown, Pa.; three nieces and 1 nephew. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010, at the Bolling, Grose and Lotts Funeral Chapel with the Rev. David Bain officiating followed by interment in Falling Springs Cemetery. The family will have a visitation one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Buena Vista Rescue Squad 2307 Sycamore Ave Buena Vista, or to another charity of choice. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va. |
Funeral services will be held at Galilee Baptist Church Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 1 p.m. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home. Services in Trusted to the staff of Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
ENDER, Gloria Albis, 82, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 27, 2010. She departed peacefully at home with her children by her side. She leaves behind four children, Ken (Cathy), Steve (Karen), Peggy (James) and David (Cheryl); seven grandchildren, Ryan (Ainsley), Jason (Nici), Joanna (Brian), Jessica, Mason (Beth), Joseph and Jennifer; five great-grandchildren; Kadence, Madison, Carson, Harrison and Olivia; a sister, Jewel; a brother, Vincent (Pearl); a sister-in-law, Delores; and many nieces and nephews. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where the family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Trinity Assembly of God, 233 North Courthouse Rd., Richmond, Va. Interment to follow in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bon Secours Hospice. |
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Lavada Bartley Goldberg NORFOLK - Lavada Bartley Goldberg, 87, passed away at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital on May 30, 2010. Born in Tarboro, N.C., ..... |
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Otis Darrell Green PORTSMOUTH - Otis Darrell Green, 53, passed away May 31, 2010 in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He was born in ..... |
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Newton E. Gresham VIRGINIA BEACH - Newton E. Gresham, 77, died May 21, 2010 after a long illness at a nursing facility in Virginia ..... |
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Hazel Evangeline Mawyer, 80, of Charlottesville, died Friday, May 28, 2010, at her home., She was the wife of the late Dover Gene Mawyer., Born on August 19, 1929, in Red Hill, Albemarle County, she was the daughter of the late Leighton M. and Evelyn Phillips Mawyer., She is survived by two sons, Gary Dale Mawyer and his wife, Karen, and Alan Stuart Mawyer; three sisters, Loraine Mawyer, Kay Mawyer and Cecile Rucker; and one brother, Clyde Mawyer; four grandchildren, Alexander Mawyer and his wife, Kirsten, Edward Mawyer and his wife, Kara, Daniel Mawyer, and Lara Mawyer and her fiance, Justin Ravenscroft; and two great-grandchildren, Pohakea Mawyer and Sydney Levine., She was preceded in death by her brother, Ralph Mawyer., Hazel died after a long and determined struggle with illness. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She had an enormous influence on her children's, grandchildren's, and great-grandchildren's lives. Her sunny personality, great humor and abiding faith will be long remembered., Funeral services will be conducted 12 p.m. Tuesday June 1, 2010, at the Teague Chapel with Reverend Jeffrey T. Riddle officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends 7 until 8 p.m. Monday, May 31, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home. |
Helen Elizabeth Ferguson Quesenberry, 79, of Blacksburg, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral services Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows. |
Helen Kouzi NORFOLK - Helen Kouzi passed away in her home Sunday evening after a long illness. She was the widow of Christos Kouzi, a local restaurateur, and the mother of Tina, Chrissy and Anthony of Norfolk. She was the daughter of the late Chrissy and Christos Diorides and a granddaughter of Helen and Anthony Kolantis. Survivors include two brothers, Anthony of Sarasota, Fla., and Michael Diorides of Norfolk; a brother-in- law, Michael Kouzi of Melbourne, Australia; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. A native of Morphou, Cyprus, she lived most of her life in Norfolk. She was a member of the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Norfolk and was active in its community organizations. She was a member of the Philophtochos Society and the Hellenic Woman's Club for more than 50 years. She was known for her uncommon dignity and her kindness and concern for others. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 3, at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral by the Very Rev. Ambrose Bowers and the Rev. Father Constantine P. Rogakos. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. A prayer service will be held at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk Chapel, Wednesday at 6 p.m. The family will receive visitors following the prayer service and immediately after the interment at the Cathedral social hall. Family and friends of the family are welcome. The family expresses its gratitude to Sentara Hospice Care and to Jewish Family Service medical personnel for their care and assistance. |
Helen Irene Hurley Marshall BRISTOL, Va. Helen Irene Hurley Marshall, 98, beloved mother of Nancy M. Brantley of Greenville, S.C., and Kathleen M. Boothe of Gastonia, N.C., died on May 21, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mamie Belle Brown Hurley; three brothers, Harry, Herman, and Ernest Hurley; and one sister, Margaret Mays. Helen was a graduate of Virginia High School and Bristol Commercial College. She worked as a bookkeeper for Dunn & Bradstreet and Mary Grey Hosiery. Her life was a testimony to others as she truly lived her Christian faith. She enjoyed and spent many years teaching in the children's department in Sunday school at North Bristol Baptist Church. She belonged to the Senior Citizen Center where she loved participating in various activities including the Senior Citizen Traveling Choir. In addition to her daughters, survivors include three brothers, Charles Hurley of Blountville, Tenn., Carl Hurley of Raleigh, N.C., and Landon Hurley of Columbia, S.C.; one sister, Gladys Yardley of Durham, N.C.; five grandchildren, Beth Feith of Dyersburg, Tenn., Will Brantley of Auburn, Ala., Jennifer Restine of Greenville, S.C., Michelle Rhodes of Atlanta, and Angela Jones of Nashville, Tenn.; special friends, Edna Riley, Sue White, Pat Arnold, Betty Carden, Carol Simmons, and Jean Hiller; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The committal service and inurnment will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, June 5, 2010, at East Hill Cemetery with Rev. John Markel of Walnut Grove Presbyterian Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting |
Funeral service officiated by the Rev. Fred Reed and Bill McCullough will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Burial will be in Edgewood Cemetery, Windsor, N.C., following the service at 3 p.m. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. |
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James T. Holmes III CHESAPEAKE - James Trenton "Jimmy" Holmes III, 37, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 26, ..... |
Hubert's military career took him overseas to England, France, and Turkey, stateside duties carried him to Texas, Washington state, New Mexico and Virginia. |
Iran Lynn Carter NEWPORT NEWS, Va. Visitation hour for Mr. Carter will be conducted at 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. The interment service will follow at The National Cemetery at Mountain Home, Tenn., at 11 a.m., with military rites performed by DAV Chapter No. 40, Bristol Virginia. Mr. Iran Lynn Carter, 54, who has family of Bristol, departed this life Wednesday morning, May 26, 2010, at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Va., after a brief illness. Mr. Carter and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-764-8584 |
Irene Washington, Burley Washington, Eric Ellett and Thomas Cephas (In Memoriam) |
IRENE WASHINGTON BURLEY WASHINGTON ERIC ELLETT THOMAS CEPHAS If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. Love, The Family |
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CLAIBORNE - In loving memory of Jean E. Claiborne. We love you and miss you dearly. Husband and children |
THE JOHNSONS St. Elmo, Sr., Sarah, Robert (Bobby), St. Elmo, Jr. and Jean Bell. We love and miss you. Martha Bridgeforth and Sherry B. Castillo |
Jack Boyd Dunford, 83, of Covington, died Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Chapel of Arritt Funeral Home. |
MUNFORD, James Edward "Ed Fuzz(y)," 54, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2010. Mr. Munford was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and an avid fan of NASCAR, golf, and many other sports. He worked for 38 years in the sheet metal business at Whitley Service/Roofing Company. He is survived by his wife, Janice W. Munford; daughter, Michele M. and her husband, Christopher "Buddy" Patton; sons, Christopher R. Munford and Donald E. Jenkins; grandchildren, Tyler D. Patton, Elizabeth M. Jenkins, Josephine-Renee Munford, Olivia G. Jenkins, and Kaylee R. Munford; a devoted cat, Miss Maggie Mae Munford; sisters, Florence Smith, Marion West, Margaret Anderson (Jerry), Barbara Sanford, Peggy Culpepper (Dennis); and brother, George Munford (Joan). The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10). A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Dale Memorial Park. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to Esophageal Cancer Research, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73123-1718. |
James T. Holmes III CHESAPEAKE - James Trenton "Jimmy" Holmes III, 37, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 26, 2010. A native of Chesapeake, Jimmy was educated in the Chesapeake Public School system and graduated from Deep Creek High School. He is survived by his loving parents, James T. Holmes Jr. and Deanna Floyd Holmes, both of Chesapeake; a sister, Karen Y. Holmes (Edward Hill) and a nephew, Camren Christopher Hill of Norfolk; two uncles, the Rev. Bernard T. Holmes (Judy) of Virginia Beach and Alvin Floyd (Paulette) of Midlothian; three aunts, Ruverta J. Holmes (Steven) of Chesapeake, Bernadette J. Holmes (Willie A. Spencer) and Sallie Balancier, both of Norfolk; three great-uncles, Theodore Howell (Gwen) of Chesapeake, Herman Hall and Leroy Hall (Betty), both of North Carolina; two great-aunts, Evator Sligh of Durham, N.C., and Emma Gyant (Horace) of Washington, D.C.; several cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, James T. Holmes Sr. and Ruth Howell Holmes and Delessie Floyd Dempsey, William Dempsey and Daniel P. Floyd. A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St., Norfolk. The Rev. Bernard T. Holmes will officiate. Interment will be at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
JONES, James A "Jimmy," E., 84, of Richmond, Va., passed away on May 22, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Roberts Jones. He is survived by his daughter, Pat Satterfield and her husband, Jim; son, Kevin Jones and his wife, Susan; grandchildren, Paige Wittine, Brook Stearns and her husband, Tom; and great-granddaughter, Caitlin Stearns. The graveside service in Westhampton Memorial Park will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2 with a reception following. |
MADISON - In loving memory of James L. Madison, who passed away May 29, 2004. How we miss you, your love, your caring, your thought-fulness, and your presence. You will always live within our hearts. We are so glad that you loved us because we will always love you. Your wife, Ivy; children, Sherry and Bubba; grandchildren, Vann, Kaley, Logan and Ashlyn; and family |
The funeral service will be at noon on June 1, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home with Dr. Allen B. Hopkins Sr. officiating. The family will receive friends on June 1, at 11 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park. |
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Janie Lucille King Dalton, 93 of Pulaski, died Monday, May 31, 2010. Funeral services will be held Wednesday June 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Seagle Funeral Home. Visiting will be Wednesday at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski. |
NANCE - JOE C., JR. We miss our wonderful friend. Your buddies, Missy, Ching & Sam still look for you to come through the door! Thank you for being such a great friend to me! Daisy |
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ARMSTEAD, Mrs. Julia, of Richmond, entered eternal rest on May 31, 2010. The staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving her family. |
HAMPTON - June B. Ford, 88, died on May 28, 2010, at Northampton Convalescent Center. |
Kenneth Wayne Jones, 63, of Bristol, Tenn., and formerly of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010. Born in Roanoke September 13, 1946, he was a son of the late Leo and Pauline Riggs Jones. Kenneth was known by his family, friends and others as a kind and generous man, always willing to help others, and possessing a strong work ethic. His daughter described him as a servant, his son said he was a protector. He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Peggy Jones; two sons, Kevin Jones and his wife Kathy, and Kenneth Wayne Jones, Jr.; three daughters, Wanda Jones, Tracey Crowe and her husband Kacy, and Mary Bowe; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gloria Hammer and Carolyn Pagan; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Tuesday, June 1, 2010, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Roanoke Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home. The memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Mission of Hope House, 1030 Granada Ave., Nashville, Tenn., 37206-3444. Online condolences may be made at |
Kimiko "Yuko" Sato Robinson ST. PAUL, Va. Kimiko "Yuko" Sato Robinson, 84, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, May 27, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol Tennessee. She was born in Chichibo, Japan; daughter of the late, Hyogo and Mitoshi Sato. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde C. Robinson; seven brothers; and one sister. She was a self-taught and well-known seamstress in the community and she will be missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by two daughters, Peggy Hamilton and husband, Wayne of St. Paul and Donna Kennedy and husband, Glenn of Castlewood, Va.; two sons, Dale Robinson and wife, Irene of Castlewood and George Robinson of St. Paul; nine grandchildren, Todd Robinson, Heather Hamilton, Whitney Mays, Brad Robinson, James Kennedy, Jennifer McConnell, Jamie McCoy, Melinda Ingle, and Amanda Fields; six great- grandchildren, Brady Robinson, Haleigh Ingle, Kendra Ingle, Madison McConnell, Makayla McCoy, and Katana White; two special friends, Rita McReynolds and Wilma Blakeley. Funeral services for Kimiko "Yuko" Sato Robinson will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, with Rev. Curtis Dalton officiating. Committal services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home and go in procession to the cemetery leaving at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Online condolences may be sent to the Robinson family through our Web site and a video tribute may be viewed at |
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Helen Kouzi NORFOLK - Helen Kouzi passed away in her home Sunday evening after a long illness. She was the widow of Christos Kouzi, ..... |
FIELDS, LaMona Oct. 17, 1954 ~ Feb. 22, 2002 It broke our hearts when God called you home. We love you and we miss you. Love, Mother & Family |
Laura M. Mlynar VIRGINIA BEACH - Laura Madeline Mlynar, 74, of the 1100 block of Blackduck Court, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family May 29, 2010 in Sentara Bayside Hospital. A native of Torrington, Conn., she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Lucy Finotti. She retired from the Torrington Company and JC Penney. She is survived by her three children, John Mlynar and wife Lynda, Judith Rosenberg and husband Craig and James Mlynar and wife Marie; four sisters, Norma Johns, Terry Richards, Louise Hough and Frances Daley; six grandchildren, Jessica, Joshua, Jordan, Lyndsay and Christina Mlynar and Keith Rosenberg; and several nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. We love you Nana. The family will greet friends at 11 a.m. today at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. A funeral will follow at noon. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
Lavada Bartley Goldberg NORFOLK - Lavada Bartley Goldberg, 87, passed away at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital on May 30, 2010. Born in Tarboro, N.C., to the late William and Lavinia Bartley, Lavada moved to Roanoke Rapids, N.C., where she lived with her parents and brother, Lewis D. Bartley (of blessed memory). As a young woman, Lavada moved to Norfolk to attend school. This is where she met the love of her life, Murray Goldberg (of blessed memory). They married and enjoyed life owning and operating, The Jewel Box, a jewelry store in downtown Norfolk, that was in operation for 54 years. Lavada is survived by her daughter, Ronda Goldberg Bazar and her husband Gerald of Virginia Beach; two grandsons, Jason of New York City and Darin of Dillon, Colo., brought great joy to her life. Her joy multiplied when Jason married Dee Ann and Darin married Azalea. Lavada is also survived by her loving half sister, Sharon Whitmore, who was like a daughter to her. She has a half brother, Kevin Bartley and two other half sisters, Regenia Smith and Betty Dunlow. Lavada's longtime membership at Ohef Sholom Temple inspired her to fulfill her deep faith in Judaism. The family would like to thank all the residents and staff of the Harbor's Edge Senior Community for contributing to the wonderful life she has enjoyed during these past few years. A special thanks goes to the caring medical staff and doctors who showed such compassion at Harbor's Edge. We would also like to thank Aletha Ashby her caregiver, for being there as her friend and helper. A graveside service will be held today, June 1, at noon in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Cantor Wally Schachet-Briskin. The family will receive friends following the service at Harbor's Edge, One Colley Ave., Norfolk. The family will be observing shiva today only from 6 to 9 p.m. at the home of Gerald and Ronda Bazar. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to hdoliver.com. |
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Lewis Harvey Jenkins, Jr., 63, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010. He was born on August 28, 1946 in Roanoke, Va., and was the son of Violet May Jenkins and the late Lewis Harvey Jenkins, Sr. He was a beloved father, son, and brother. He also worked as a painter. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a step-son, Shawn Simmons. In addition to his mother, Violet, he is survived by two daughters, Julie Paxton and husband John and Tracy Flint and husband Timothy; stepson, Kevin Simmons; sister, the Rev. Gale Jenkins Goad; three grandchildren, Riley and Kailin Paxton and Nathan Jenkins; greatnephew, Michael Flint; special niece, Teonte Wright; friend, Robert Adams; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son with the Rev. Randy McDaniel officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem. To send condolences online, please register at www.johnmoakey. com. |
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Jun 1, 2010 The funeral for Linda Bell Harris, 90, of Woolwine, who died May 28, 2010, was held Monday at Jacks Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elders David Kamoda and Donnie Conner officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Terry Harris, Tommy Harris, Vincent Hatcher, Victor Hatcher, Bobby Harris, Eddie Harris, Mike Belcher and Jonathan Edward Brown. Moody Funeral Services in Stuart handled arrangements. |
BYLUND, Linton David, 90, of Bon Air, died May 26, 2010. He was born May 30, 1919 in Springfield, Mass. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gloria Wise Bylund; his daughter, Lisa Bylund King and her husband, Christian, of St. Paul, Minn.; his son, Eric Bylund of Richmond; two grandchildren, Ian and Bryn King of St. Paul, Minn.; and his sister, Ruth B. Asbell of Muncie, Ind. Mr. Bylund received a BS in chemical engineering from the University of Cincinnati in 1943, where he also was elected to the engineering honorary fraternity, Tau Beta Pi. In 1975, the University awarded him the title of "Distinguished Alumnus." Mr. Bylund served as an officer in the United States Navy during World War II. Lin's life calling was metallurgical engineering, and he worked for Reynolds Metals Company for over 37 years. While there, he held multiple significant patents in aluminum products, including the patented one-piece beverage can and numerous patented alloys for use in the manufacture of aluminum foils. He retired as Director of Metallurgical Engineering Development in 1984. Mr. Bylund joined the Unitarian Church of Richmond in 1953 and was Chairman of the Property Committee at the Floyd Avenue church and then on the Architectural Committee for the building of the new church on Blanton Ave. The congregation elected him to the Executive Board of the church for several different terms. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 19, at First Unitarian Universalist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1000 Blanton Ave., Richmond, Va. 23221, or the Alzheimer's Association , 4600 Cox Rd., Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
Lorene Alma Nichols Robertson, 82, of Elk Creek, Va., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Graveside service 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Jerusalem United Methodist Church Cemetery. |
Lottie M. Brown CHESAPEAKE - Lottie M. Brown, 81, of the 1600 block of Plantation Woods Way, died May 27, 2010. Born in Littleton, N.C., she was daughter of the late Beatrice and Plummer Hooper. Mrs. Brown was educated in Norfolk County schools and was the widow of Robert L. Brown Sr. She retired in 1992 as a food service assistant manager after 25 years with the City of Chesapeake Public Schools. Mrs. Brown was member of Smyrna Church of Christ Holy Disciples where she served as vice president of the Missionary Board, and as a faithful member and Prayer Warrior for the Angel Food Ministry. Survivors include her daughter, Annette Brown Goldsberry (Gordon); three sons, Robert L. Brown Jr. (Karen), Randy L. Brown (Celetta), Ronnie L. Brown (Sandra); a sister, Eliza Reid; a brother, Robert Lee Richardson (Lucy); eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one special niece, Terri Sorrell (John); and one great-nephew, Jalen Sorrell. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, in Holy Trinity Church No. 1, 3611 Thorne Ave., Portsmouth, by Pastor Randy L. Brown. A wake will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. today in Smyrna Church of Christ Holy Disciples. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Church, Chesapeake. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
Louise Stilwell Mosher, 84, of Bedford, died Sunday, May 30, 2010 at Bedford Memorial Hospital. She was born in Altamont, New York on October 14, 1925, a daughter of the late Burnette Stilwell and Augustine Senecal Stilwell. In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Myron Henry Mosher. Louise was a member of the Bedford Presbyterian Church. She was a retired Registered Nurse with the Phoenixville, Pennsylvania Hospital. She was also a founding member of the Alzheimer's support group of Bedford. She loved flowers, enjoyed listening to birds, playing with her pets and most of all, spending time with her family and friends. Louise is survived by five children, Burnett Ronald Mosher and his wife, Gwen, of Utah, Sharon Mosher Ripley and her husband, Sam, of Lynchburg, Jeffrey Harold Mosher and his wife, Kathy, of Forest, Caroline Mosher Butt, of Bedford and Jane Ellen Munson and her special friend, Steve Wilson, of West Virginia; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Marjorie Hart, of New York and Lillian Buice and her husband, Bill, of Florida; one brother, Burnett Stilwell, Jr. and his wife, Cheiko, of Texas; special cousin, Anne Smith ,of Bedford, and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Memorial contributions may be made to the Volunteers at Bedford Memorial Hospital, C/O Barbara Hurt, 1613 Oakwood Street, Bedford, VA 24523. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, with the Rev. Joe Flowers officiating. To send condolences online visit, . Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, (540)-586-3443. |
Lucille B. Clear RICH VALLEY, Va. Lucille B. Clear, age 91, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010, in the Johnston Memorial Hospital. Lucille was the last surviving child of the late Joe and Oma Campbell Buchanan; and was also preceded in death by her husband, Berkley Clear Sr.; son, Joe Clear; and grandson, Joe Eads. Lucille was very supportive and enjoyed working with the Rich Valley Fair, volunteering at the Smyth County Community Hospital, Smyth County Social Services and the Northwood Middle School. She was also a member of the Riverside United Methodist Church. Survivors: her son, Berkley Clear Jr. and wife Debbi of Abingdon, Va.; two daughters, Sandy and husband Kelly Osborne of Saltville, Va., Angie and husband Randall Eads of Abingdon; grandchildren, Amy Borrelli, Amanda Haynes, Chuck Osborne and Randy Eads; great-grandchildren, Emily Osborne, Morgan and Madison Borrelli; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Lucille Clear will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at the Riverside United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ernest Yeatts officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the D.R. Henderson Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to |
LAURY, Lucy Ellis, entered eternal life May 26, 2010. She is survived by her children, Drucillia Dickson (Calvin), Leon Laury, Josephine Bodrick (Arthur) and Eloise Laury; and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing, 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today), and funeral services, 1 p.m. Wednesday at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Interment Maury Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
Luther Virgil Fralin, 89, of Glade Hill, Va., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Graveside services 2 p.m. Tuesday from Fralin Family Cemetery (off Brooks Mill Road). Arrangements by Flora Funeral & Cremation Service. |
POCKRASS - In loving memory of Mary Winston Pockrass. Kind, caring and loving. Your loving husband, Matt |
RASIN, Malachi, Dad, I miss and love you. Your memory will always be in my heart. Your sweetest daughter, ~Alicia C. Rasin |
DANIELS, Margaret Garthright Taylor, 80, of Chesterfield, passed away May 30, 2010. She is survived by her children, Donald S. Taylor, Barbara T. Smith, Rhonda S. Gamache and Lisa G. Orellana; their father, Elbert G. Taylor; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Carolyn G. Carter and Barbara G. Farrell; and her extended family at Lucy Corr Village. Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a love offering in memory of Margaret be made to God's Storehouse Baptist Church, 5007 Jessup Rd., Richmond, Va. 23234. |
She rose to the level of Commissioner in the regional Boy Scouts of America office working her way to the level of Doctorate in the BSA's Commissioners College and working as part of it's faculty. She was highly recognized for her efforts in a full page article in the Daily Press on Feb. 11,1999, in the Hampton Life section as well as awards from various civic and professional women's organizations over her 50 plus year involvement with scouting. She was a blessing to all who knew her even as illness and stress tried to take their toll she continued to share the blessings God had put in her life with all who came to visit, her 'HELLO FRIEND' will be missed. |
PARRISH - Marian M. Dear mother, sleep thy last sleep, Free from all care and sorrow, Rest, where none weep, till the eternal morrow. Love, your daughters, Mary Ellen, Deborah & Grandchildren |
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at Peninsula Memorial Park on Wednesday, June 2, at 11 a.m. |
Martha Ann Clark Peterson, 88, of Roanoke, Va., died Thursday, May 27, 2010. She was born in Rocky Mount, N.C. in 1921 and grew up in Orlando, Fla., but she said her life did not really begin until she married a young major she met at a dance during World War II, and together they raised their family. Surviving are their children, Ann Orem, Tom Peterson (Shelley), Jane Wheeler (Skip), John Peterson (Nancy), and David Peterson; grandchildren, Alison Dolan, Katie Hnath (Austin), David Spencer (Kate), Mary Kirk Peterson; greatgrandchildren, Annie Dolan and Emme Hnath. Also surviving are her sister, Mary Conry; brother-in-law, John Peterson and sister-in-law, Anna Young. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Thomas Dolan Peterson; sister, Jo Caldwell; brother, Jack Clark; and her parents, Charles Clark and Mary Clark Perry. Martha Ann took an active part in the community as a Girl Scout Leader, as a member of various boards, including Roanoke Symphony, Roanoke Opera Society, Great Books, St. John's Knitters, South Hill Garden Club, American Symphony Volunteer Council, and her bridge group, the Ding-a-Lings. A voracious reader herself, her favorite writers were Liza Field, Bill Wheeler, and Mary Bishop. Her favorite movie was "Jewel in the Crown". Memorials may be made to St. John's and Hospice. Funeral services are private. Friends and family are invited to meet Friday, June 4, 2010, at 5 p.m. at 2411 Crystal Spring Ave. to celebrate the life and times of this fascinating woman. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel & Crematory, 540-982-2100. |
Martha Anne Richardson, 80, of Cloverdale, Va., passed away on Friday, May 28, 2010. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Piedmont Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
Mary Madeline (Sam) Barksdale Rutledge, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Jesse F. Rutledge; son-in-law, Billy Shelor; and great-grandson, Ryan Shelor. Leaving behind to cherish her memory are her children, Pat R. Shelor, of Salem, Carole R. Brown and husband, Jim, of Sweetwater, Tenn., Jesse D. Rutledge, of Knoxville, Tenn., Bill Rutledge and wife, Vicki, Michael Rutledge and wife, Nancy, Terry Rutledge, Roger Rutledge and wife, Melissa, and Cary Rutledge, all of Roanoke; also 17 grandchildren; 30 greatgrandchildren; and 5 greatgreat-grandchildren. She loved her family. Nothing made her happier than to have a house full of children of all ages coming and going. She loved the out of doors, whether it be planting a garden, planting flowers or just neatening up nature. She had a passion for bowling and was inducted to the Roanoke Bowling Hall of Fame in 1992. She was one of the premier lady bowlers in the Roanoke Valley during the 1970's and 1980's. She remained active, bowling in two leagues until just before her passing. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Fairview Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave., Roanoke. Son, Bill Rutledge will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Memorials in her memory may be made to Ryan Shelor Fund, P.O. Box 1145, Salem, Va. 24153. |
Mary S. Dillon, 83, of Rocky Mount, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted from Conner-Bowman Funeral Chapel 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010. |
Mary E. Smith VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary Elizabeth Smith, 77, passed away May 29, 2010. She was born to the late Carl and Eula Epperson in Chattanooga, Tenn., Feb. 7, 1933. Mary was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church and an auxiliary member of DAV Chapter 20. She loved to read and spend time with her grandchildren. Mary was a woman of courage. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 44 years, Larry W. Smith; sons, Kenneth Russell and wife Gladys of Indiana, Larry K. Smith and wife Kelly of Virginia Beach, Gary Smith and wife Irene of Norway (U.S. Air Force) and Terry Smith and wife Shannon of Chesapeake; daughter, Lynn Schunk of Washington; sister, Iva Beck and husband Keith of Texas; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff of Sentara Bayside Hospital, especially Dr. Neil Patel and Dr. Koki, for all the love and care they provided Mary through her illness. A celebration of life will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Christ Presbyterian Church, 709 Aragona Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23455. You may pay condolences to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com. |
BOLDEN, Michael L., 28, of Montpelier, departed this life on May 28, 2010. His warm, contagious, loving spirit will greatly missed by a devoted circle of friends and family. Michael was known for his friendly, loving nature. He was always one to want to do for others and not himself. He truly lived a life of love and doing for others every day of his life. A service of celebration in memory of his life will be held Thursday, June 3, 7 p.m. at Independence Christian Church, 14023 Independence Rd., Ashland, Va. 23005. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where additional services will be held on Friday, June 4. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association . "Bolden" will be truly missed but never forgotten, and those blessed to have known him will carry his loving spirit on in his memory. A circle of love that will never be broken. |
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Florence M. Midgette NORFOLK - Florence M. Midgette, 85, passed away May 30, 2010. Mrs. Midgette was born in Manhattan, N.Y. She was predeceased ..... |
HACKETT, Mildred Lee Brooks Happy 88th Birthday. We cherish the memory of you each day since your departure on November 19, 2008. ~ Charles Sr., Charles Jr. (Raymonia), Anita, and grandchildren |
Mildred Smith Whited HONAKER, Va. Mrs. Mildred Smith Whited, age 92, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010, in a Johnson City, Tennessee hospital. Born Jan. 3, 1918, in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Minnie Crawford Smith. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, she was a graduate of Honaker High School. She was a member of the Honaker United Methodist Church for over 70 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Nancy Smith Thomas, Stella Smith Dye, and Laura Smith; and son-in-law, Jack Thomas. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include her husband of 74 years, R.J. Whited of the home; one daughter, Nancy Whited Thomas of Atlanta; one son, Robert E. Whited, M.D. and wife, Sharon of St. Simmons, Ga.; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Honaker First United Methodist Church with Pastor Clyde Hester officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon, Va. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the funeral hour. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Honaker First United Methodist Church, 255 Swords Creek Road, Honaker, VA 24260. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at |
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Laura M. Mlynar VIRGINIA BEACH - Laura Madeline Mlynar, 74, of the 1100 block of Blackduck Court, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family ..... |
Nancy Marie Ratcliff McCoy, 57, of Bassett, died Monday May 31, 2010. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett. |
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Mr. Nathaniel Williams, Jr. (Baker), 62, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, May 28, 2010. He was born September 10, 1947 to the late Nathaniel and Evelyn Williams Sr. He served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. He was employed with the Hidden Valley County Club for over 25 years. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Edna Hopson and a sister, Eleen Levesy. Survivors include his sons, Nathaniel Patterson, and Rodney Otey (Wendy); daughters, Tiffany Williams-Wade and Genia Otey-Johnson; sisters, Inez Wainwright, Marilyn and Patricia Williams and Diane Young; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Serenity Funeral Home, with the Rev. Connie Lee as Eulogist. The interment will follow in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the funeral service. Friends may call at Serenity Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m. for viewing. Special thanks is extended to Pallitive Care Unit of the VA Medical Center and Chaplain Ronald Michaux for the love, help and support of our loved one. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services www.serenityfuneralhomenet |
Newton E. Gresham VIRGINIA BEACH - Newton E. Gresham, 77, died May 21, 2010 after a long illness at a nursing facility in Virginia Beach. Mr. Gresham, son of the late Newton Ernest and Helen Gresham, was born and grew up in eastern North Carolina and spent several of those years in Jacksonville, N.C. He lived his adult life in Norfolk and Virginia Beach. He was a business graduate of the College of William and Mary in Norfolk and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. His earliest career position was an accountant with the Portsmouth Gas Company. Later, he served as regional administrative manager of Nissan Motor Corporation's regional headquarters in Portsmouth until his retirement. Mr. Gresham was a good swimmer and an avid scuba diver and enjoyed the opportunities the Tidewater area offered in underwater exploration. He also traveled to other parts of the world to pursue his diving interest. Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Phyllis Hicks Gresham; a daughter, Casey Gordy; a granddaughter, Mona, all of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Elva Leighton of McLean, Va., and Ina Murrell of Swansboro, N.C.; a brother, Robert Gresham of Fort Valley, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
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Bruna Fiorent' Ossi NORFOLK - Bruna Fiorent' Ossi was born in 1930 in Trieste, Italy, and departed this life after a battle with pancreatic ..... |
Otis Darrell Green PORTSMOUTH - Otis Darrell Green, 53, passed away May 31, 2010 in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He was born in Vallejo, Calif., and was a sheetrock installer. He is survived by his daughter, Desiray Nichols and husband Chris Lanoue; son, Darrell Green and wife Sarah; his father, Otis Joe Green; a sister and two brothers; and grandchildren, Benjamin Green, Owen, Justin and Bailey Green. Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be made to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com. |
HOFFMAN, Pamela Barnes, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010, in Richmond. She was the daughter of Albert Vaiden Barnes and the late Virginia Myrick Barnes. She is survived by her fianc‚, Donald Barone; two children, Amanda Trent (Brandon Barnes) of Richmond and Edwin Trent Jr. of Stony Creek, Virginia; and her father and stepmother, Betty Tyler, and devoted friend, Linda Tomlinson, all of Richmond. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Skipwith United Methodist Church, 2211 Skipwith Rd., Richmond. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. |
In Loving Memory of Pamela Vaught BARTLETT 6/1/1960 8/9/1982, Sadly Missed and Loved,, Mom, Dad & Jeff |
Parnell E. Johnson Daddy, Thinking of you always. Miss you, Lyvonne |
Paul Woodrum Stanley, 83, of Wirtz, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Willie and Blanche Stanley; brothers, Glen, Ray, Rowand Stanley; sisters, Edna Shopshire, Lillie Wilder; and son-in-law, Ricky Dent. Mr. Stanley was a member of Sandy Ridge Baptist Church. He was also a veteran of the Korean War and a member of the American Legion Post 6 where is participated in over 300 flag presentations for deceased veterans. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy McGhee Stanley; two daughters, Carolyn Dent, Teresa Johnson (Malcolm); granddaughter, Tabitha Richards and husband James; grandsons, Travis and Trevor Johnson; great-grandson, Tanner Richards; sisters, Mae McElory of California, Sarah Ridgeway of North Carolina; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel 2 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. Mark Griffith officiating. Interment will follow in the Sandy Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery. The family would like to thank the Salem Health and Rehabilitation Center and the VA Hospital for the great care they gave him. Memorial donations may be made to American Legion Post 6, P.O. Box 904, Rocky Mount, Virginia 24151. His family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Flora Funeral & Cremation Service, exclusive local provider for "Veterans & Family Memorial Care", Rocky Mount. |
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In Loving Memory Anthony C. "Turk" Peer July 6, 1978 - June 1, 1994 We miss you, Love, GRANDMA AND GRANDPA ..... |
Peggy Lea Bobbitt Ayers, 69, of Vinton, Va., passed away Friday, May 28, 2010. Funeral services 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
HOBBS-SHERMAN - Priscilla Not a day goes by that you are not loved and remembered. God loves you the best. Love, Your Family |
Ralph G. Cox, 83, of Gloucester, died on Sunday May 30, 2010, at home with his family by his side. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 55 years, Alma P. Cox; his children Tamara Elliott (Bill) and Kevin Cox (Tanner); grandchildren Jena Elliott, Kevin Elliott, Meredith Cox and Libby Cox. He was predeceased by his parents, Ira and Ethel Cox, four brothers and three sisters. Services and burial will be held in Bland, Va. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Petsworth Baptist Church Building Fund, 2471 Hickory Fork Rd., Gloucester, VA 23061. |
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Ray H. Whitehead VIRGINIA BEACH - Ray Hope Whitehead, 75, died at his home Friday, May 28, 2010. A native of Virginia Beach, he was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Lucille McClannon Whitehead. Known as one of the original "Virginia Beach Boys" and a key figure at the Oceanfront, he was president of Tourist Haven Hotel, built and managed the Carriage Inn, Sea Gull Hotel, and the 14th Street Mall. He also owned and managed the former Laskin Seafood Restaurant. An expert in "local history," he was often sought to settle disputes about property ownership or locations of Virginia Beach businesses. He also helped many young entrepreneurs establish themselves in the Virginia Beach business scene. He spent many happy times at his cottage on the Outer Banks. Retired for many years, he would frequently quip that he was "working at the Ford plant putting a gallon of gas in every car coming off the line." He loved life and the beach but most of all he loved his wife and children. He will be greatly missed by us all. He is survived by his wife, Milly Whitehead; children, Dana and Chris Whitehead; stepchildren, Ashley Schroeder and Scot Anders; and grandchildren, Savannah and Brittany Talbert, Ben and Rachel Schroeder. He also had many dear friends and business partners, including Chester Rodio (deceased), Moose Amdusky, and Billy Vasile. A memorial service will be held at noon Wednesday, June 2, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Maestas Chapel, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Ernest Trueblood officiating. Friends may join family at the Upper Deck, 16th and Atlantic avenues, to follow for a celebration of his life. Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.altmeyer.com. Donations in his memory may be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Down Syndrome Association of Hampton Roads at DSAHR.org or c/o The Endependence Center, 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502. |
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Reginald W. "Bill" Flowers and Cynthia L. Reid In loving memory of my husband, Bill Flowers (6/1/09) and my sister, Cynthia L. Reid (6/24/09) who left us one year ago. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you and wish you were still with us. Our only consolation is that you are pain-free now and in God's keeping. Behave yourself, Bill! Miss you sis! 'Til we meet again! Love always, Sheila & Mindy |
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Retha Bryant NORFOLK - Retha "Kooky" Bryant, 54, of the 400 block of 27th St., passed away May 26, 2010. She was born Jan. 3, 1956 in Norfolk. Retha was a warehouse manager for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia for 12 years. She was predeceased by her daughter, Devona Bryant. She is survived by four daughters, three sons, two sisters, four brothers, 12 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Avenue Chapel. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
Richard T. "Ricky" Hayes BLUFF CITY, Tenn. A funeral service for Ricky will be held 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Buddy Chapman and Rev. Sloan Lambert. The burial will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday in Shipley Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 to 7:45 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at |
Richard Wallace McAlister, 78, of Covington, died Sunday, May 30, 2010. A funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 from the chapel of Loving Funeral Home. |
Robert Alvin Whitehorne, Robert A. "Al" Whitehorne, 84, formerly of Williamsburg, died on Thursday, May 6, 2010, from complications of Alzheimer's Disease., A memorial service will be held at Williamsburg United Methodist Church 2 p.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010, with a reception following., Mr Whitehorne was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, on June 20, 1925, to the late Stanford L. and Ruth Speight Whitehorne. He was preceded in death by his brother, Stan., He is survived by Margaret Kirby Whitehorne, his high school sweetheart and wife of 62 years; a brother, Charles and his wife, Dolores, of Ocala, Florida; daughter, Lynn Sacco and her husband, Michael, of Vienna, Virginia; a son, Robert Whitehorne and his wife, Carolyn, of Grand Junction, Colorado; daughter, Cynthia Moore and her husband, Bill, of Charlottesville; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Emily, Melissa, Bryan, Julia, and Colin; and great- grandchildren, Madilyn and Sienna., Mr. Whitehorne graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, Portsmouth in 1942. After serving with the United States Marines during the war, he earned a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering at Virginia Tech in 1946. He had a successful career as an engineer and business executive at IBM, Michelin and The Sperry and Hutchinson Corporation. After leaving the business world in 1979, he joined the faculty of the University of South Carolina Graduate Business School as Lecturer and career counselor. In 1985, he became Senior Lecturer and Director of Business Relations at the College of William and Mary. Al and Margaret resided in Williamsburg for 22 years prior to moving to Charlottesville in 2008., Mr. Whitehorne was an active member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church, serving in many capacities and teaching Sunday school., He loved tennis and golf, investing, American history and politics, and most of all spending time with loved ones. Friends and family alike will all miss "Big Al"., The family would like to thank the caregivers and staff at the Colonnades and Hospice of the Piedmont for their wonderful care and support., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Way, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
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JONES, Robert Lee, 82, of Charles City, Passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010. His parents, Paul and Martha Jones, one sister, and several brothers preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife of over 58 years, Inez Jones; children, Ruby Cannada (Darrell), Jane Stewart (Randall), Elva "Vi" Burton (Linwood), and Robin Adkins (David); eight grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; seven stepgreat-grandchildren; devoted nephew, Vance Jones; sister, Ruth Adkins, and several nieces and nephews. He was a member of Samaria Baptist Church, Chickahominy Indian Tribe, and an active member of Woodmen of the World. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Samaria Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Samaria Baptist Church Building Fund. |
Robert (Bob) Rogers, 40, of Vinton, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2020 at Lotz Vinton Chapel. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. |
Roger W. Phelps, 60, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. |
Ruth Elizabeth Folden VIRGINIA BEACH - Ruth Elizabeth Folden, 88, passed away May 31, 2010. A native of Charlotte, N.C., she was the widow of Charles Folden. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Hamovit of Norfolk; two sons, John Christenbury and wife Donna of Chesapeake and James Christenbury of North Carolina; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Her family will dearly miss her and her wonderful sense of humor. All services will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
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CAUDLE - In loving memory of Sheila J. Caudle. We will forever miss your laughter & your strength. Most of all we will miss you being you. Loving you a little bit more each day. Earl, Brad, Shanika & Jackson |
COLE-McCRAY, SHERWANDA In Memory of "Wanda," who passed away five years ago today. You were a loving daughter, sister, mother and auntie. In our hearts you will always be remembered. Love, Dianne, Launda, Charlee, Bernard, Lil-Sean, Dominique, Carlton, TJ and Taenard. |
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Silas Andrew Kingery, 84, of Salem, died Monday, May 31, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel. |
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Mary E. Smith VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary Elizabeth Smith, 77, passed away May 29, 2010. She was born to the late Carl and Eula ..... |
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Annie Snellings NORFOLK - Annie Snellings, 85, beloved wife, mother and grandmother went to be with the Lord, her husband, and son on May ..... |
STEPHEN MOORE In loving memory. Always in my heart. Your wife, Rose |
Susan (Beth) Arnold, 51, of Norfolk, Virginia, died Saturday, May 29, 2010. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. |
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Tanner Preston Butler, infant son of Aaron and Jenna Butler of Troutville, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Funeral service 12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909. |
In Loving Memory Of Tione Vincent October 6, 1978 - June 1, 2009 Heaven can't hold all the tears that were shed on the day your flesh left this world, but your spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of your mother, father, grandma, sister, and brothers. Your children, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. We love and miss you today and always. |
Tony E. Baucom PORTSMOUTH - Services for Tony Everett Baucom will be held at 3 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. |
Trenece Renee SublettCheck, 46, of McCoy and Hellertown, Pa., died Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Memorial 11 a.m. Tuesday, Centennial Christian Church. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg. |
Tripp Parrish 12/21/1980 to 05/27/2005 I can't believe it's been 5 years since you left us, and there is not a day that goes by that we don't think of you. We miss you and love you, and you will forever remain in our hearts. Until we meet again.... Lorraine & Damien |
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E. Charlayne Turner VIRGINIA BEACH - E. Charlayne Turner, 61, passed away peacefully May 30, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Turner. ..... |
Valeria (Val) J. Ballard, 78, of Peterstown, W.Va., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va. |
Verlin E. Bright SUFFOLK - Verlin Eugene Bright, 67, died May 30, 2010 at his home. A native of Kansas, he was the son of the late Gladys May and Ido Franklin Bright. He was predeceased by two brothers. Verlin retired after 20 years as a chief from the U.S. Navy. He also retired after 20 years as an engineer for Obici Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Bright; one daughter, Shannan Bright of Suffolk; one son, Shane Bright and wife Tracy of Pelzer, S.C.; granddaughter, Nikki Bright; one brother and two sisters. A graveside service will be conducted with military honors Wednesday, June 2, at 2 p.m. in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association , Memorial Processing Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216. R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory, 509 W. Washington St., Suffolk, is serving the Bright family. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com. |
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Virginia Calloway, 70, of Bedford, passed away Monday, May 31, 2010 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born on Monday, October 23, 1939 in Bedford County, a daughter of the late Paul Calloway and Lorene Irvin Calloway. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Paul Calloway, Jr. She was a retired teacher's aide with Bedford County Public School and was a member of Bold Branch Baptist Church. Surviving are her sisters, Irene Calloway, Beatrice Calloway Poindexter, both of Bedford; three nephews, William L. Poindexter and wife, Janet, Barry L. Calloway and wife, Deborah, Wayne Poindexter and wife, Tracey; three nieces, Norma Jean Crawford, Warnell C. Robinson, Patricia Ann Calloway; as well as many beloved great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the graveside at Fairmont Cemetery on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Calvin Price officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford. |
HANCOCK, Dr. William Cary, 89, of Richmond, Va., died May 22, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Doris Glenn Hancock; a daughter, Cary Hancock Easterly; two sons, William Glenn Hancock and John Beverly Hancock II; a sister- in-law, Patsy Glenn Rhodes; a niece, Conway Flournoy Hancock; a nephew, William Rogers Moseley; a son-in-law, Frank Blanton Easterly; two daughters-in- law, Christie Colby Hancock and Austin Cary Hancock; nine grandchildren, William Claiborne Hancock, James Cole Hancock, Caroline Carter Hancock, Robert Augustine Cary Hancock, Charles Fairfax Cary Hancock, Doris Glenn Richards, Emily Cole Easterly, Harry Watkey Easterly II, and Callie Jeanette Hancock; and two great-grandchildren, Scarlett Gregory Richards and Riley Glenn Richards. He was preceded in death by his brothers, John Beverly Hancock Jr. and James Patteson Hancock; and his sister, Edith Hancock Moseley. Dr. Hancock was born in Richmond, Va., to Edith Dennis Hancock and John Beverly Hancock. He graduated from St. Christopher's School and Tulane University and earned his M.D. from The Medical College of Virginia. While at St. Christopher's he started, captained and played number one singles for the State High School Champion Tennis Team. He also played for the legendary coach, Benny Paret, at Tulane. Dr. Hancock and his friend, local tennis legend Bobby Leitch, played on a tennis court they built together. Dr. Hancock was his family's sole surviving son in WWII, having lost his brother, Jim, in the Pacific. He served as a Commander in the Coast Guard Auxiliary. With Doris, his beloved wife of 65 years, they raised, trained and showed championship collies, hunter jumpers and thoroughbred race horses. Their collies, April Hill's Ringleader and April Hill's Miss Venture, won at Madison Square Garden. Their Anglo-Arab horse, Antar, was Reserve National Champion at the National Arabian Horse Show. Their thoroughbreds won over 100 races at tracks like Pimlico, Laurel, Penn National, Delaware Park and Charles Town. Dr. Hancock was an early Director of the Virginia Thoroughbred Racing Association. Dr. Hancock was an avid golfer, winning both the CCV and Palm Beach Polo Two Ball Championships, scoring seven holes in one and shooting his age several times. Dr. Hancock also played violin and clarinet. Dr. Hancock was a prominent family physician, beloved by his patients. After 40 years of private practice in south Richmond, he served as Medical Director for Home Beneficial Life Insurance Company until it was sold in 1995. He had also served as the Team Doctor for The Richmond Braves and Channel 12. A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Christopher's School, 711 St. Christopher's Rd., Richmond, Va. 23226. |
HICKS - In loving memory of William P. Hicks, my husband, on Memorial Day. Gone, but not forgotten. Your wife, Mary E. Hicks |
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BEASLEY, Walter Eugene, 70, of Richmond, went to investigate the skies and be with the Lord Sunday, May 30, 2010. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Stanley and Martha Beasley, David Beasley and Michael Beasley; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda B. and Joe Oliva of Urbanna, Va.; brothers and sister-in-law, Kenneth Beasley, Thomas and Debbie Beasley; nephews, Jimmy and Josh Beasley; and his dear friend, Carol Marek. Walter served in the U.S. Air Force. He worked as a private investigator as owner of Brunswick Investigations. A graveside service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Richmond Animal League, 11401 International Drive, Richmond, Va. 23236. |
Walter Martin Lipes, 92, formerly of Salem, Va., died on Friday, May 28, 2010. Born on November 26, 1917, to the late Henry Grady Lipes and Lena Lake Lafon Lipes, Walter and his family were from the Sinking Creek area of Craig County. He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1936 and went to work for Valleydale Meatpackers. In 1946, he founded Green Hill Sausage and Meat Packing Company and it became a thriving industry in Elliston, Va. During his years in the meat packing industry, he served on the Virginia Independent Meatpackers Board of Directors and as the President. He was also a part of NIMPA, the National Independent Meatpackers Association and served on the Board of Directors and as the National President., He was a charter member of Hidden Valley Country Club serving on the first Grounds Committee. He walked the course with Sam Snead helping to lay out the fairways, sand traps, greens, etc. At one time, he served as the President of Hidden Valley Country Club. He was also a member of the Roanoke Country Club and the Shenandoah Club. He was a member and Deacon of Salem Presbyterian Church and a long time member of the Salem Rotary Club where he was recognized for his attendance record. He served as a member of the Board of Directors of Farmers National Bank and as a member and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of First Virginia Bank of Southwest for many years. He was elected to the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors and served as Chairman for several terms. He considered the Salem-Roanoke County Civic Center as one of his greatest achievements. The other significant achievement was his role in Salem becoming a City. He was politically active in the community and the State of Virginia. The City of Salem recently honored him by declaring July 13, 2009, as the Walter Martin Lipes Day., Walter Lipes was predeceased by his sons, Walter Martin Lipes Jr. and William Norris Lipes. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Lipes, of Tennessee; daughter, Judy L. Garst and husband, Reid; and daughter-in-law, Sandra B. Lipes, of Salem, Va. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Reid A. Garst II, Charles E. Garst, Walter M. Lipes III, Deborah Lipes White, Julie Lipes Shires, William N. Lipes II, John S. Lipes and Cynthia Lipes Travis. There are 16 great-grandchildren, nephews, and nieces., The family will receive friends on Friday, June 4, 2010, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A Witness to the Resurrection Service will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Salem Presbyterian Church followed by a reception in the Gresham Fellowship Hall at the church., In lieu of flowers, the family would like you to consider a memorial donation to the Lipes Scholarship Fund at Salem Presbyterian Church. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Lipes family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral and Cremation Service in Salem, 540-389-5441. |
Warren W. Cobb Jr. NORFOLK - Warren W. Cobb Jr. passed away at his home Friday, May 28, 2010 at the age of 86. Warren was born June 25, 1923 in Paris, Ky., to the late Warren W. Cobb Sr. and Thelma Payne Cobb. Mr. Cobb attended the Citadel and then received an appointment to West Point from which he graduated in 1945. He was a member of the occupational forces in Japan and left the service as a first lieutenant. Working with his father's marine construction company brought the family to Norfolk, building piers at NOB and Little Creek Amphibious Base. Their vision of Little Creek prompted them to build Cobb's Marina. Warren Jr. operated the facility from its opening in 1958 with his wife, and later his children. He spent his life dedicated to nurturing his family and his legacy. Mr. Cobb is survived by his daughters, Peggy Cobb Duval and husband Jim, Nancy Cobb and husband Ralph Crowder and his son John W. Cobb and wife Julie; and his sister, Mary Dix of Illinois. He has nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Ruth Wiley Cobb. A celebration of his life will be held at Cobb's Marina in Norfolk on Sunday, June 6, between 6 and 8 p.m. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. Warren's family would like remembrances to be by donation to UNICEF in lieu of flowers as he was always concerned with the welfare of unfortunate children. |
Watson Hillsman (Watt) Ellett, 89, a lifelong resident of Roanoke, Va., passed away May 31, 2010. He served with the U.S. Army under General Patton's Third Army in Europe and retired from the Army Reserves after 20 years of service. Watt was with the Norfolk & Western Railway for 40 years, retiring from the Accounting Department in 1981. He was active in basketball, bowling, quail hunting and his favorite, golf. Watt was a member of Roanoke Country Club and Second Presbyterian Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rufus P. Ellett, his wife's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph K. Baker, brother, Dr. Rufus P. Ellett, Jr., brothers-in-law, Joseph W. Smith, O. Wayne Harper and Robert H. Kulp. Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Kathryne (Sugar) Baker Ellett; son, Watson Hillsman Ellett, Jr.; daughter, Kathryne Anne Ellett; three grandchildren, Caroline Paige Ellett, Watson Hillsman Ellett, III and Dylan Massey Ellett; brother J. Albert (Ab) Ellett and wife, Koiner; sister Frances (Liggie) Ellett Smith; brother-in-law, Ralph K. Baker, Jr.; sisters-in-law, Lou B. Harper, Betty B. Kulp, Lee P. Baker, Linda M. Ellett; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Interment will be at the Columbarium, for the family, Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Avenue SW, Roanoke, Va. on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. with Gerald Carter and George Anderson officiating. Watt's family will greet friends in the church Fellowship Hall, following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Second Presbyterian Church or the March of Dimes. Watt and the family would like to thank the physicians and staff on 3 West and the CCU of Lewis-Gale Hospital for their care and kindness to Watt. |
Weathers Smith, 77, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully on Friday, May 28, 2010 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 7, 1933. He was a faithful employee at the VA Medical Center until he retired. Weathers served in the United States Army and receive a Honorable discharge. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Mae Smith and brother, Russell Smith. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 56 years, Mrs. Jean Smith; six children, Lawrence (Virginia) Smith, Michael (Billie) Smith, Vickie (Randall) Pannell, Charles Smith, Sharon Smith, Bobby Smith; one sister, Shirley Phipps, all of Roanoke; one sister-in-law, Barbara Hancock, of Columbus Ga.; one brother-inlaw, Lewis (Deloris) Hayden, of Roanoke; eight grandchildren, Pamela Smith, Sheri Flint, Kayla Smith, Bobby Smith Jr., Alexandra Smith, Dishawn Flint, Michael Smith II and Kourtney R. Smith; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; nephews; nieces; cousins; and a host of many friends that loved him dearly. The family would like to Thank Good Samaritan Hospice for all of their love and support. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with the Rev. Dr. John Washington officiating. Interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Friends may call on Tuesday afternoon for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to |
Wesley Lee Baldwin, 67, of Lynchburg, died Sunday, May 30, 2010. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, 434-237-9424. |
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Wilbert Junio Dunbar, 88,of Pulaski, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral service 3 p.m. June 2, 2010 at the Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. |
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COX, William Henry, M.D., 94, of Richmond, widower of Doris Swain Cox, passed away Friday, May 14, 2010. He is survived by three children, George Paul Cox, Nancy Cox Vaughan and her husband, Ernest C. Vaughan, and Susan Cox Lane and her husband, Feldman E. Lane, and five grandchildren, Christian Epps Vaughan, William Ernest Vaughan, Charles Harwood Vaughan, Hillary Cox Lane, and Amy Bennett Lane. Born in Franklin, Va., Dr. Cox was a 1935 graduate of Suffolk High School. He graduated from VMI, class of 1939, and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant. He graduated from the Medical College of Virginia and served in the Army Medical Corps and was discharged as Captain. Dr. Cox was board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. During World War II, he delivered countless babies while stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, Texas, Ft. Belvoir, Va., City Hospital in Baltimore, and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Cox practiced OBGYN in Richmond for 30 years and during that time was Chief of Staff and Head of the Obstetrics Department at Richmond Memorial Hospital. He also had privileges at Retreat for the Sick, St. Mary's, St. Luke's, and Stuart Circle Hospital, where he delivered three generations of Richmond children. Throughout his career, he volunteered weekly at the Goochland Health Clinic. Dr. Cox was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church for over 50 years, a charter member of Suburban Sertoma Club and the Institute Society of VMI, a former member of the Board of Maymont, and a former member of The Country Club of Virginia and Deep Run Hunt Club. He was an avid horseman, fisherman, and hunter. Dr. Cox enjoyed traveling the world with his beloved wife, Doris. During his later years, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their river home in Tappahannock. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 11 at Westminster Canterbury. The burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226, the VMI Foundation, or the Goochland County Nursing Scholarship, c/o Goochland High School. |
ROBINSON - William Henry Sr. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Love always, Ms. Pete |
She is survived by her husband, Clarence McIntosh of 63 years; son, Roger J. McIntosh; daughter-in-law, Debbie McIntosh; grandchild, Meredith McIntosh Bell; brother, Leon Metcalf; sister, Zale Rice; and numerous nieces and nephews. |
Winston is preceded in death by his brother, Clyde Harrell. |
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