9/8/1924 ~ 6/3/2010 Aaron Lennie Murray Jr., 85, of Galax, Va., passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at Waddell Nursing Home. Mr. Murray was born on September 8, 1924, in Grayson County, Va., to Aaron Lennie and Leonna Cox Murray. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Joseph A. Murray and Anna M. Paisley, of Galax, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, in Vaughan-Guynn Chapel with the Rev. Kenneth Pierce and the Rev. Randy Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Hardin Cox Cemetery. The family will receive friend on Saturday, from 1 until service time at VaughanGuynn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Grayson VFW Post #7726, P.O. Box 608, Independence, Va. 24348. A guestbook is available online at |
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Cecile Browne Adams PORTSMOUTH - Cecile Browne Adams, 94, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth died peacefully Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She was born Sept. ..... |
GISSENTANNA, Agnes Louise, 55, of Richmond, is survived by six children, Melissa, Willie, Kimberly, Lynett, Shawn and William Gissentanna; three grandchildren; one sister, Eula Gissentanna; three brothers, Earl, Isaiah and Ronald Gissentanna; other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets. Homegoing services will be held Saturday, 12 noon at Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church, 814 N. 3rd Street. Rev. Paul C. Adkins officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
FLEMING, Mrs. Alice, of Richmond, entered eternal rest on June 2, 2010. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving her family. |
Alyne Vaughan Surratt, 64, of 2148 Sunset Drive, Pulaski, Va., died early on Thursday morning, June 3, 2010 ,at her home. She was born in Pulaski on July 19, 1945, and was the daughter of the late Thomas Vaughan. Surviving are her husband, Charles Lewis Surratt, of Pulaski; mother, Hazel Rorrer Vaughan, of Pulaski; daughter, Lisa Faye Nixon Johnson, of Christiansburg; sons, Pokey Nixon, of Pulaski, and Timothy Michael Surratt, of Lynchburg; sister, Elizabeth King, of Barren Springs; brother, Sonny Vaughan, Pulaski; and seven grandchildren. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010, from Stevens Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Randall Lawrence officiating. Burial will follow in the Surratt Family Cemetery, Carroll County. Visiting will be held on Sunday evening, June 6, 2010, from the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. |
Anne Reese Thompson Thomas died on Saturday, May 15, 2010, in Charlottesville, Virginia., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5 2010, at St. Paul's Church in Ivy., The family will receive guests and friends at the home of Jane and Dick Yancey immediately following the service. |
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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Richard M. Baker CHESAPEAKE - Richard M. Baker, 73, passed away May 31, 2010. A Buddhist funeral service will be conducted at 4 p.m. ..... |
Barbara C. Motley, 74, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 31, 2010. She was born on March 26, 1936, in Roanoke, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore Sr. and Elizabeth Macklin; husband, Buford Motley Sr.; brother, Theodore Macklin Jr.; and nephew, Robert E. Macklin Jr. Barbara was an extraordinary educator for the Roanoke City Public Schools and dedicated over 35 years helping young students to read, write and understand the importance of being successful in life. She was a faithful member of Sweet Union Baptist Church, Alpha Kappa Sorority and Phi Delta Kappa Sorority until her illness. Her love of family and friends was evident by the host of people who enjoyed her loving spirit, musical talents, and her beautiful way of just being Barbara. She is survived by her son, Jerome B. Carey; grandsons, Jason and Jerome Roberson; greatgrandchild, Jasoni Roberson; brothers, Robert Sr. (Lorraine) Macklin, all of Roanoke, Va., and Harold (Thelma) Deane; stepmother, Alice D. Macklin, both of Petersburg, Va.; sister-in-law, Barbara A. Macklin, of Detroit, Mich.; nieces and nephews who dearly cherished her, Sherree Marshall, Robin MacklinBratton, Terri and Brian Macklin, all of Roanoke, Va., and Yolanda and Loren Macklin, of Detroit, Mich.; grand-nieces and grandnephews, Angela Marshall, Andre Marshall, Nicole and Jewel Macklin, Brandon Macklin, Dajah Macklin, Ahmaya Haywood, and Abriyana Snell, all of Roanoke, Va., Whitley, Jasper, Janelle, Jermaine, Alysia, Tiarra and Chargayane Macklin, all of Detroit, Mich.; stepsons, Buford and Carl Motley; stepdaughter, Judy Motley, all of Baltimore, Md.; and close cousins, Juanita JonesAmbrose, Violet Robertson, Jean Tyree, Carol (Hayward) Harris, Ruth Williams, Paula Macklin and Angela Blayton. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with Albert Journiette and Robert Ellis officiating. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
BENJAMIN, Bea & Bennie Forever in our hearts, loving you always. The children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren |
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Charles A. Beedie Jr. SUFFOLK -  Charles Ashely "CAB" Beedie Jr., 44, a loving husband, father and son, passed away Wednesday June 2, 2010. ..... |
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Michael A. Bell VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael Anthony Bell, 19, was tragically taken from us May 30, 2010. A celebration of life will be ..... |
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Mildred Peele Belton CHESAPEAKE - Mildred Peele Belton went to be with her Lord June 2, 2010. She was a loving wife, mother and ..... |
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Grace Morning Benton PORTSMOUTH - Grace Morning "Gay" Benton, 87, passed away May 23, 2010 in Manassas, Va. She was the widow of Joseph ..... |
Bertha Virginia Lewis, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke, Va. |
Betty Jane Wood, 63, of Vesuvius, Va., died Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va. |
Beverly Ann Cotton PORTSMOUTH - Beverly Ann Cotton, 62, of the 1300 block of Wool Ave., died June 1, 2010 in Norfolk. She was a native of Portsmouth and was a food service employee for Portsmouth Public Schools. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and served on the Usher Board, Save-Our-Sons Ministry and Vacation Bible School. She was a 1968 graduate of I.C. Norcom High School. Survivors include her daughter, Nicole R. Cotton Tabron of Portsmouth; sister, Carolyn Green (Benjamin) of Suffolk; brother, Michael Cotton Sr. (Esther) of Bear, Del.; one grandchild, Cyriss G. Tabron of Portsmouth; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces and -nephews and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday, June 5, at 1 p.m. in Ebenezer Baptist Church with Pastor LeRoy Hill Jr. presiding. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
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Violet E. M. Blythe SMITHFIELD - Violet Elizabeth McGuriman Blythe, 92, died at home Thursday, June 3, 2010 after a brief illness. A native ..... |
Bobbie Wilson Cook, 71, of Newport, Va., Spruce Run Community, died on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., 540-552-3211. |
WAKEFIELD - Bobby Ray Martin, 73, longtime resident of Carrollton, Va., passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010. |
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In Loving Memory of Bobby SCRUGGS 6/4/1936 1/22/2005, You are always in our hearts., We miss you everyday., We will love you always., The Scruggs Family |
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Joseph A. Bolton WOODLAND - Mr. Joseph A. Bolton, 75, of Woodland, died June 2, 2010. Mr. Bolton was retired from the North Carolina ..... |
In Loving Memory Of Brian Slattery McCann January 13, 1972 - June 4, 1989 So many years have past but the emptiness has not left us. As we look back, we realize how your death has robbed us of so many memories we should have shared with you. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Run fast and strong dear son and score the goal. The Peace of Christ be with you always. Mom, Dad, Mary Ellen and Erin |
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Mattie T. Britt BOYKINS - Mattie Leigh Tillery Britt, 91, died June 3, 2010 at Southampton Memorial Hospital. She was born in Bertie County, ..... |
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Mary L. Buchanan CHESAPEAKE - Mary Louise Buchanan (nee Palmer), 75, died in her Chesapeake home on June 3, 2010, surrounded by her children ..... |
MASSENBURG Dr. C. Warren Massenburg Dec. 22, 1953 - June 3, 2005 Deep in my heart you'll always stay, remembering you today and always. Johnnye |
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Rita Kathleen Carey VIRGINIA BEACH - Rita Kathleen Carey (nee Collins), 54, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, May 29, 2010. Rita was predeceased ..... |
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In Loving Memory Curtis (Curt) R. Carlile June 4, 1962 - October 2, 2004 Happy 48th Birthday!! You are loved and remembered each and ..... |
CHESAPEAKE - Carrie E. Sorrells, 85, died May 29, 2010. A memorial service will be 1 p.m. June 6, 2010, at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Twiford Chapel, 929 South Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, Va. Condolences can be made at |
Cecile Browne Adams PORTSMOUTH - Cecile Browne Adams, 94, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth died peacefully Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She was born Sept. 14, 1915 the daughter of the late Harry Bailey and Fannie (Langhorne) Browne. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Charles Emette Adams III in 1994. Also preceding Mrs. Adams were her twin, Harry B. Browne and siblings Frances, Langhorne, Elizabeth, and Lisle. Mrs. Adams was member of Centenary United Methodist Church, a typist for Seaboard Railroad and was a past president of the Portsmouth Women's Club. Mrs. Adams is survived by her New England family; nephews, Charles E. Adams, James P. Adams, Richard Ames Adams; nieces, Jeanette E. Biery and Mary Beth Bilotta. She is also survived by several local nieces and nephews. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held Monday, June 7, at 10 a.m. at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. She suggested memorial contributions be made to her church, Centenary United Methodist Church. Online condolences and Mrs. Adams guestbook may be signed at www.lovingfuneralhome.com. |
Charlene Laura Campbell, 38 of Rocky Mount, Va., passed away, Sunday, May 30, 2010. Private family memorial. Arrangements Family Choice Funerals & Cremations, Roanoke, Va. 540-491-9991. |
Charles A. Beedie Jr. SUFFOLK - Charles Ashely "CAB" Beedie Jr., 44, a loving husband, father and son, passed away Wednesday June 2, 2010. He was a native of Portsmouth and a senior permit specialist for the City of Norfolk. CAB is survived by his wife, Felicia Frame Beedie; daughters, Lacey and Lindsey; mother, Gayle Justice and her husband Gary; father, Ashely Beedie; sister, Amy Bohrer and her husband Jeff; several nieces and nephews; stepsister, Doris Boothe; aunts, uncles and many other loving family members and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him especially his best pal, MacMan. A funeral to celebrate his life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, by Gene Langley, with visitation to follow. The Charles A. Beedie Jr. memorial fund has been established at BB&T, 3131 Bridge Road, Route 17, Suffolk, VA 23435 for his daughters. Donations can be made in lieu of flowers c/o Felicia Beedie for the benefit of Lindsey and Lacey. Online condolences may be made at www.lovingfuneralhome.com. |
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KOCH, Charles Lewis Sr., 89, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Myrtle Koch. Surviving are his sons, Charles L. Koch Jr. and his wife, Judy, Donald Lee Koch and his wife, Lujauna and Christopher S. Koch; granddaughters, Katherine K. Salmon and her husband, Luke, and Megan E. Koch; stepgranddaughter, Dawn B. Milton and her husband, Brian; stepgreat-grandchildren, Donald S. and Cameron W. Jarrell; numerous nieces and nephews, especially Louis Pierce Jr. and Shirley Wilson; a dear and special friend, Mabel Wiseman. Mr. Koch was a WWII U.S. Army veteran, a member of the VFW, Stockton Memorial Baptist Church and a retired construction supervisor with 38 years of service with C & P Telephone Company. Charles, in his spare time, enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as being an avid gardener. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). His funeral service will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Dale Memorial Park. |
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CONNIE BROOKS I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, but all I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I'll never part, God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart. Happy Birthday, Mom. ~ Amy, Scott, Travis, Tiffany, Breanna, Maxine, Janice, Brenda, and Rhonda |
HOWARD, Constance "Connie," departed this earth on June 2, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Ray Howard; her two daughters, Vickie Ellis (Howard), Deedee Broyles (Howard); three grandchildren, Jessica Broyles, Rebecca Ellis, Timothy Broyles; and by her little son, Moe; her best friends, Shirley and Tommy Taylor and Stella and Ray Stanley. She touched the lives of so many children and their parents. Connie was loved by many and will be greatly missed. God blessed us with her light and she is now home with her heavenly father. Family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 4 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5. Interment will be at Washington Memorial Park. |
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Beverly Ann Cotton PORTSMOUTH - Beverly Ann Cotton, 62, of the 1300 block of Wool Ave., died June 1, 2010 in Norfolk. She was ..... |
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Mary V. Turner Curl DENDRON - Mary Vonnell Turner Curl, 82, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Born Sept. 22, 1927 in Alabama, she ..... |
In Loving Memory Curtis (Curt) R. Carlile June 4, 1962 - October 2, 2004 Happy 48th Birthday!! You are loved and remembered each and every day. J.C. |
KENNEDY, Ms. Cynthia Lewis, of Richmond, departed this life June 3, 2010. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. |
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 |
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 |
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LUCAS In Loving Memory of Delores F. A. "Dee" Lucas Aug. 17, 1934 - June 3, 2005 Missing You! You left us five years ago today without saying goodbye, but we know you're in a safer place so high up in the sky. We miss you more than you will know and words could ever say. God is watching over you forever and a day. Loving you forever. Daughters, Rita and Joyce, Grandsons, Great-Grandkids & Family |
Donald Adam Branham of Buena Vista, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday. June 2, 2010. Don was born on November 10, 1932, in Denver, Colo., to the late Adam and Janet Branham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jeffery. He graduated from Galt High School, in Galt, Mo., in 1950. He attended Trenton Junior College and graduated from the University of Missouri with a Masters degree in both Accounting and Statistics. While attending the university, he received a commission in the United States Naval Reserve. He served as an auditor for the Navy until he was honorably discharged as a LT JG. Don retired from Modine Manufacturing after 22 years of service as an Accountant, Plant Manager, and Operations Manager. He was a member of the Lexington Baptist Church, an honorary member of the Buena Vista Rescue Squad, and served on the school board and planning commission in Buena Vista. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Ada; his children, Michael and Robin Branham, of Charlotte, N.C., Sandra and Pres Manuel, of Buena Vista, Va., and Bruce and Betsy Branham, of Fredericksburg, Va.; six grandchildren, Kalie Zollman, Katelin Manuel, Adam, Emily, Alex and Andrew Branham; and one great-grandchild, Parker Zollman. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Michael Wilburn officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Lexington Baptist Church Building Fund or to the Buena Vista Rescue Squad. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va., 540-261-5510. |
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Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Second Baptist Church East End, 3307 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. |
CAIN, Elder Dorothy Griffin, of Richmond, departed this life on May 29, 2010. She is survived by her daughter, Erika McCray; seven grandchildren; brother, Eric J.C. Griffin Sr. (Wanda); three sisters, Barbara Thomas (Alphonia), Robyn Keels (Shawn), and Tiffany Williams; one uncle; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 5, 12:30 p.m. at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W. Cary Street. Rev. Earl Brown, pastor, Bishop Nathaniel Gomillion, officiating. Eulogy by Bishop Robert E. Williams. Interment Maury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Dorothy Griffin Cain Memorial Youth Fund, 1900 Everett Street, Richmond, Va. 23224. |
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COLEY, Mrs. Dorothy Griffin "Mama Dot," of Glen Allen, formerly of Amelia, departed this life Monday, May 31, 2010. She is survived by her devoted husband, Robert A. Coley; two stepdaughters, Karen Coley (Frank) and Rosalyn Davis (Harold Jr.); three grandsons, two granddaughters; one sister, Jane G. Richardson; two brothers, William (Rosa) and Richard (Lillie) Griffin; one aunt, Alice Goodman; mother-in-law, Julia Coley; four brothers-in-law, Maurice Mitchell, Earl, Edward (Dorothy) and Maurice (Anita) Coley; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Michael W. Hawkes Funeral Home, Rte. 360 East, Amelia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 1 p.m. from Union Branch Baptist Church, Amelia; Rev. Dr. Archie German pastor, officiating. Interment church cemetery. |
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Jun 4, 2010 The funeral for Dorothy Hutchens Dollarhite, 83, of Martinsville, who died June 1, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, was held Thursday at Norris Funeral Services in Stuart. Elder Laray Smith officiated. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Steven Keene, Darrell Carter, Frank Carter, Walter Harger, Wayne Doss, Larry Vernon and Chad Francis. |
She leaves to cherish her blessed and loving memories, her children, Carolyn Tatum (Jimmy), Edith Wynn, Joyce Easterling, Jean Jones, Ella Dale (Gerald) and Lloyd Richardson; her brothers, James Fields (Norma) and Eugene Fields (Jean); her sister-in-law, Helen Fields; her daughter-in-law, Ida Richardson; her 27 grandchildren; her 49 great-grandchildren; her 11 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and many caring friends. |
TOANO - Douglas Andrew Britt, 56, of Toano, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 3, 2010. |
BRITT, Douglas Andrew "Andy," 56, of Toano, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 3, 2010. Andy was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved tending his garden and watching racing. He owned Jamestown Grocery and later went to work and retired as a fire inspector from Camp Peary. He also volunteered with the Providence Forge Fire and Rescue Squad. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard L. and Jo Breeding Britt; and his sister, Linda L. Britt. Andy is survived by his wife, Susan Britt; his son, Gregory L. Britt and his wife, Jennifer, of Mathews; two grandchildren, Todd and Kelly Britt; one brother, Wayne J. Britt of Lanexa; two sisters, Helen Petty of Manteo, N.C. and Lori Kilroy of Lexington, Va.; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, Va. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private. Memorial donations can be made to the James City-Bruton Volunteer Rescue Squad, 3135 Forge Rd., Toano, Va., 23168. Condolences can be registered at www.vincentfh.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. |
Edith Elizabeth Blevins Ashley ABINGDON, Va. Edith Elizabeth Blevins Ashley, age 93, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at her residence. She was a native of Green Cove, Va., and was the daughter of the late Dewey and Catherine Blevins. She had lived in Falls Church, Va., before moving to Abingdon in 1969. She loved to sing and was always singing with her family and in the church choir. She was a member of the Green Cove Baptist Church and later in life had attended the Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Abingdon. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, James R. Ashley Jr.; and one son, Richard Ashley. She is survived by three sons, Harry L. Ashley and his wife, Gloria, of Traverse, Mich., Edwin D. Ashley Sr. and his wife, Cassandra, of Abingdon, and Bryan K. Ashley and his wife, Carmen, of Bristol Virginia; four daughters, Jacqueline D. Spiegler and her husband, William, Carrolyn J. Ashley, and Patricia E. Baker-Woody and her husband, J. David Woody Jr., all of Abingdon, and Leslee K. Joseph and her husband, Tom, of Gainesville, Va.; other special family members, Robert Baker and James Long; two sisters, Louise Waters and her husband, Tom, of Abingdon, and Irma Layman and her husband, Bill, of New Mexico; a sister-in-law, Maria Blevins of Meadowview, Va.; 17 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, at the Green Cove Baptist Church with Rev. Don Smith and Rev. Leonard Tenney officiating. The committal service and interment will follow at Green Cove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James Long, Thomas Joseph Jr., Robert Scott Baker, Edwin Ashley Jr., Derrick Ashley, and Joshua Long. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church choir. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be sent to the Green Cove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Albert Walls, 24450 Buckeye Hollow Road, Damascus, VA 24236. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Garrett Funeral Home in Damascus, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family and a memorial video tribute may be viewed by visiting |
GOODWIN, Edith Louise Rhea, born July 1, 1924, the daughter of Maude Tolley and Harry Lee Rhea in Suffolk, Va., died Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She was the widow of T. Douglas Goodwin, marrying "the boy next door" when they grew up in Richmond's Ginter Park neighborhood. She is survived by her three children, Suzanne Goodwin Morris (Robbie) of Richmond, Thomas Douglas Goodwin of Lexington, Va. and William Chapman Goodwin (Denise) of Staunton, Va.; five grandchildren, Amanda Roberts (Mark), Whit Morris (Katie), Ben, Noah (Valerie) and Josh Goodwin; three great-grandchildren, Tommy, Lily and Charlotte Roberts; brother, Robert Lee Rhea (Nancy) of Staunton, Va.; many nieces and nephews, especially her devoted niece, Joyce Rhea Tiller (Cliff) of Richmond; one last family member not to be left out, her beloved cocker spaniel, Misty. Mrs. Goodwin was a communicant of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Richmond. She was a lifelong horticulturist, being a longtime member of the Windsor Farms Garden Club, as well as the Tuckahoe Woman's Club. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Bon Secours Hospice Program, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226. |
Edward Thomas Moles, 81, of Goodview, Va., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. 540-982-2221. |
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Eleanor Rebecca Fields MATOACA - Mrs. Eleanor Rebecca Fields, also known as "Doll Baby," 71, of the 21000 block of Warren Ave., entered eternal rest Thursday, May 27, 2010. She was a native of Chesapeake and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Alice Davis (Hill). She received her education at Carver High School, Chesapeake. She later earned a Bachelor of individualized studies from Virginia State University in 1989. Mrs. Fields retired from the Petersburg Public School system where she devoted her life to teaching children. Eleanor joined First Baptist Church, Harrison Street Petersburg. She was the devoted wife of Melvin Ralph Fields for 42 years. Mrs. Fields was a committed member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Eleanor leaves to cherish her memory her two daughters, Gwendolyn C. Proctor (Joseph) of Clinton, Md., and Angela R. Curtis (Brian) of Midlothian; one granddaughter, Niya R. Proctor of Clinton, Md.; one sister and three brothers, Shirley Jefferson (Edward) of Chesapeake, Joseph Hill of Chesapeake, David Hill of Norfolk and Eugene W. Hill (Deborah) of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; a special aunt, Ada Mae Davis; three sisters-in-law, Rosalyn Wilkins of Portsmouth, Elaine Harris (William) of Hampton and Deloris Fields of New Bern, N.C.; one brother-in-law, Alvah Fields (Sasithorn) of Saudi Arabia; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and devoted friends. A funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 7, at First Baptist Church, Harrison Street, Petersburg with the Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor, officiating. The interment will be in Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia. All are invited to attend the Omega Omega ceremony performed by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home. The immediate family will assemble at 9 a.m. at the residence on the day of service. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
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Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Dorothy R. Preston; his daughter and son-in-law, Mary and John Atthowe of Glasgow, Va.; four granddaughters, Megan (Hilton Lacy), Meredith (Gavin Sanderlin), Molly, and Marie; a great-grandson, Jordan Roberts; one sister, Virginia Preston of Newport News; and many loving nieces and nephews. |
Ernestine Turner (Tina) Perdue, 91, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in the local hospital. She was born January 7, 1919, a daughter of the late Stewart and Gertrude Turner. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Buren Clifford Perdue; special grandson, Dan Sloan Jr.; four brothers; and four sisters. She enjoyed cooking for her family, the biscuits unforgettable. Ernestine loved the outdoors, either bird watching, pitching horseshoes, fishing with her children or simply admiring the flowers she planted and attended to. Her extended family of church friends also, very dear to Ernestine, spent much time with her and she was always fond of the times they shared. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Wayne and Stella Perdue, Bobby and Nancy Perdue, Janie and Dannie Sloan, Donna and Terry Mize, Betty and David Perdue, David and Linda Perdue, Roxanne and Brian Snyder; her 13 grandchildren, Gary, Lisa, Laurie, Donna Carol, Bobby Jr., David Wayne, Craig, Arnold Jr., Jay, Veronica, Shanna, Sheila and Toni; a number great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted from Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Chapel 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, with Elder Larry Hollandsworth officiating. Interment will follow in the Perdue Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lynch ConnerBowman Funeral Home and Crematory, 140 Floyd Ave., Rocky Mount, Va., 540483-5533 |
Ethel Pritchard Frazier BRISTOL, Va. Ethel Pritchard Frazier, 87, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at NHC Healthcare of Bristol Virginia. She was a native and lifelong resident of the area, and was a member of Throne of Grace Baptist Tabernacle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Frazier; her parents; and two half-sisters, Cathy Vicars, and Kay Self. She is survived by her sons, Jack Pritchard and wife, Sarah, of Church Hill, Larry Pritchard and wife, Aundra, of Bluff City, and Jerry Pritchard and wife, Joyce, of Bristol Tennessee. Also surviving are two sisters, WillEllen Fugate, and Beulah Pope and husband Walter, both of Blountville, Tenn. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren; 20 great- grandchildren; five great- great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family of Ethel Pritchard Frazier will recieve friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, at Tri-Cities Funeral Home, with funeral services being conducted at 8 p.m. from the funeral home chapel with Rev. Randall Shaffer and Rev. Danny Felty officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be grandsons and son-In-law. The family would like to say a special thank you to Deloris Combs from NHC Healthcare for her special care she gave. For more information please call 423-323-5167, or to post online condolences, please visit our Web site at |
Eugene Franklin Trent, 85, of Natural Bridge, Va., died on Tuesday, June 2, 2010. Funeral Service will be conducted 2 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Harrison Funeral Home Chapel, Lexington, Va., 540-463-2912. |
Eunice Celeste Toliver, 92, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010. Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Old Dominion Memorial Garden. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. |
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Holly Evans ONLEY - Holly June Evans, 48, passed away peacefully June 3, 2010 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Throughout Holly's long ..... |
BLACK, Evelyn Cumbia, of Brodnax, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, William Duncan Black; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be conducted Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the Cumbia Family Cemetery in Brodnax. Visitation on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory and at all other times at the home of Ray Whitby, 135 Cumbia Lane, Brodnax. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may sent through: crowderhitecrews.com. |
Evelyn Joyce Brooker, 92, of Ferrum, Va., passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by ConnerBowman Funeral Home & Crematory, Rocky Mount. |
Everett Boyd Sutphin, 77, of Pulaski, Va., passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski, Va. |
EDWARDS, Fleming Jr., of 1733 Shewalt Dr., died June 3, 2010. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
Fanny Robinson Hoxton "Robbie" Diggs, 94, died peacefully at her home in Rosewood Village in Charlottesville, on Saturday, May 29, 2010., She was born on April 22, 1916, in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Llewellyn Griffith Hoxton, professor of physics at University of Virginia, and Helen Grayson Jones, originally of Orange County, Virginia., Raised in Charlottesville, she attended St. Margaret's School, Class of 1933, in Tappahannock, Virginia, and Bryn Mawr College, Class of 1938-1939, near Philadelphia, where she developed a lifelong interest in history, politics and government. She spent her entire life in the world of education, starting in the home of her father, a well-known professor who served as chair of the University of Virginia Physics Department for 32 years, 1916 until 1948, and then with her husband, Bernard James "Bill" Diggs, a professor of philosophy at the University of Illinois for 35 years and a Scholar in Residence at the University of Virginia until he passed away in 2003., She met Bill Diggs when he was studying at University of Virginia in the 1930's. They were married in December 1942, just before he spent three years with the United States Marine Corps in the Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II., In 1947, she accompanied him to Champaign-Urbana Illinois, where he pursued a university teaching career, and she raised two children, daughter, Anne Marie Diggs and son, Llewellyn Hoxton Diggs, cultivating in them a deep respect for the value of education and learning. She was loving, wise, humorous, intuitive, very generous and known for her dry Southern wit. Robbie was a great human being who will be sorely missed by all around., In 1984, Robbie and Bill returned to her native and beloved Charlottesville., She is survived by her loving daughter, Anne; hwe son, Lew; daughter-in-law, Elise Groulx-Diggs; and grandchildren; Laurence-Philippe, Catherine and Alexandra., The entire family expresses deep gratitude to her caregivers at Hospice of the Piemont and Rosewood Village for the excellent and humane care that she received in recent years., A reception will held at Hill and Wood Funeral Home in Charlottesville from 4:30 until 7:30 Friday, June 4, 2010., Funeral arrangements will be announced separately, at a later date. |
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 |
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Eleanor Rebecca Fields MATOACA - Mrs. Eleanor Rebecca Fields, also known as "Doll Baby," 71, of the 21000 block of Warren Ave., entered eternal ..... |
MATHEWS - Frances "Molly" Hudgins, 87, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010. |
Frances Moose (Frankie) 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; 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 and Randi Dayton; 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 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at St. John's Episcopal Church with a reception to follow in the parish hall. Oakey's Roanoke Chapel & Crematory is handling the arrangements. 540-982-2100. |
Frances Vest Hale, 76, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mae Vest; and a nephew, Chuck McGhee. Frances was a member of the First Church of the Brethren. She was retired from Fink's Jewelers as an assistant manager and registered jeweler. Some years ago she drove a school bus for Roanoke County Schools. After retirement she enjoyed a part time job at Dippin Dotts at Valley View Mall where she kept in touch with many of her mall walker friends. She loved to travel and was the happiest when taking her motor home to Myrtle Beach or Florida. Surviving are her husband of 57 years, Billy M. Hale; three children and their spouses, Rob and Elaine Hale, of Roanoke, Becky and Randy Pritchard, of Rocky Mount, N.C., and Janice and Sherman Rucker, of Palm Coast, Fla.; five grandchildren, Luke Hale, Stephanie, Randy and Kevin Pritchard, and Brandon Rucker; and her sister, Doris Martin and husband, Bob, of Roanoke. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Church of the Brethren, 2001 Carroll Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24017. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, from the First Church of the Brethren. Pastor Dava Hensley will officiate. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
Frank L. Sawyer NORFOLK - Frank L. Sawyer, 67, of the 500 block of Oak Grove Road, passed away June 1, 2010. He was born in Norfolk to the late William A. Sawyer and Lucille W. Sawyer and was also predeceased by his brother, Wayne A. Sawyer. Frank was a graduate of Frederick Military Academy, Frederick College, and he served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve. He enjoyed a 38-year career in finance and banking, retiring as a senior vice president at Bank of America. Frank was past president and board member of The Norfolk Seamen's House, former board member of The Virginia Zoological Society, and was a member of The Norfolk Yacht & Country Club. He was a member and elder of Royster Memorial Presbyterian Church. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Madelyn R. Sawyer; two sons, Jeffrey F. Sawyer and his wife Catyana of Plantation, Fla., and John F. Sawyer and his wife Elisabeth of Norfolk; two grandsons, William M. Sawyer and David R. Sawyer. A graveside memorial service will be held Monday, June 7, at 2 p.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery, conducted by Dr. John Monroe. Following the service, the family will receive friends at his home for a reception. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Norfolk Collegiate School or a charity of choice. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is handling arrangements. |
WILLIAMSBURG - Furman Wyche Barton, 77, of Williamsburg, Va., died on June 1, 2010. |
Furman Wyche Barton, 77, of Williamsburg, Virginia, died on Tuesday, June 1, 2010., He is survived by his wife, Patricia Cole Barton. He was born on September 22, 1932, in Greenville, South Carolina, the son of the late Melville Furman Barton and Mildred Hardin Barton., He received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Virginia where he was a member of the Raven Society. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Engineering from the University of Illinois. He served in the United States Navy for three years and remained in the Naval Reserve, retiring as Commander. He was on the engineering faculties at the University of Illinois, Duke University, and the University of Virginia, where he was Chairman of the Civil Engineering Department. He also was a member of the Colonial Capital Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg., In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Scott Christopher Barton and his wife, Mary Ellen Pate Barton of Richmond, Virginia, and Michael Gavin Barton and his wife, Jennifer Ayers Barton, of St. Charles, Illinois. He also is survived by four grandchildren, Katherine O'Neal Barton and Hannah Scott Barton of Richmond, Virginia, and Andrew Furman Barton and Carly Rose Barton of St. Charles, Illinois. In addition, he is survived by his mother-in-law, Ruth Elizabeth Cole of Virginia Beach, Virginia., A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Memorial Church, 1700 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903, 2:30 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2010., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Furman W. Barton Endowed Fund, Virginia Engineering Foundation, P.O. Box 400256, Charlottesville, VA 22904 or St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 1333 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185. |
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In Loving Memory of George E. (Gee Money) HALL 2/3/1965 6/4/2009, Today is the one year anniversary of the day that we lost a piece of our hearts., We LOVE and MISS you, each and everyday |
Gerald K. Johnson SALTVILLE, Va. Gerald K. Johnson, age 53, passed away on June 3, 2010, in the Bristol Regional Hospice House. Arrangements are incomplete at this time Online condolences may be sent to |
Geraldine Laurent SUFFOLK - Geraldine Laurent, 77, died on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. A native of Montreal, Canada, she was the wife of the late Gordon Thomas Laurent. Mrs. Laurent is survived by a daughter, Judi Marzsin and husband Gabriel of Canada; sons, Gordon Laurent and wife B.J. of Canada, Robert Laurent and wife Theresa of Wilmington, N.C., and Danny Laurent and wife Kathy of Suffolk; a sister, Hilda Pregent of Canada; a brother, George McRae of Canada; four grandchildren, Robbie and Jill Laurent and Adam and Kelly Marzsin; two nieces and two nephews. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 5, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, by Father William Pitt. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. |
Gladys Trout Smith (Patram), 80, of Salem, Va., passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, Va., 540-977-3909. |
Godfried G. Koppers PORTSMOUTH - Godfried Groot Koppers, 85, died peacefully on May 28, 2010. Mr. Koppers, a native of Haarlem, Holland, was the son of the late Cornelius R. Koppers and Elizabeth Groot Koopers. He was retired as U.S. representative and manager of J. Onderwater Company Inc., a Dutch flower bulb distributor. He was a member of the Church of the Resurrection and was the widower of Anna Moors Koppers since her death in 2004. Survivors include his siblings, Frans Koppers and wife Rea of Canada, Truus Hulsebosh, Jan Koppers and wife Nelly, Henni Koppers, and Jopie Brandsma, all of Holland; sisters-in-law, Rini Koppers, Gre Koppers, Lida Koppers all of Holland, and Maria Koppers of Germany; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, June 7, in the Church of the Resurrection by the Rev. Michael Boehling. Friends may join the family at the church one hour prior to the Mass and at a reception following the Mass. Burial will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in Calvary Cemetery, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements. The family gratefully declines flowers, and suggests memorial donations to the Building Fund of Church of the Resurrection. |
Grace Morning Benton PORTSMOUTH - Grace Morning "Gay" Benton, 87, passed away May 23, 2010 in Manassas, Va. She was the widow of Joseph Benton Jr. and a former member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Portsmouth. She is survived by three daughters, Thelma Spruill (Robert), Alice Benton and Sharon Benton; two sons, Ronnie Benton (Brenda) and Stanley H. Benton; one brother, Clarence Morning (Evoria); two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by a daughter, Shirley Benton and a son, Joseph Benton III. A funeral will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Fisher Funeral Home chapel, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, by Bishop D. Stefan Adams. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Per the family's request, there will be no public viewing. The family will assemble at the funeral home Saturday at 9:15 a.m. www.fisherfuneral.com. |
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Sara Lou N. Grier NORFOLK - Sara Lou Nicholson Grier passed away on June 2, 2010 at the age of 89. Mrs. Grier was ..... |
Harold D. Bays BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Harold D. Bays will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Fellowship Chapel with Rev. Brian Hall and Rev. Benny Bowman officiating. Honorary pastors will be Rev. Scott Price and Rev. Lester McKinnon. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 at Fellowship Chapel prior to the service. Entombment will be in Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Pallbearers will be Jerry Dunn, Richard Arnold, Junior Bowman, Rick Patrick, Wayne Fleenor, Harold Wells, Wayne Rush, and Claude Roark. Military honors will be conducted by DAV Chapter 40 of Bristol Virginia. Online condolences may be registered at |
A memorial service celebrating the life and homecoming of Harry F. Norford Sr. will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Preddy's Creek Baptist Church, 4394 Stony Point Road, Barboursville, Virginia, with the Reverend Jane Cicione, Pastor, officiating., Mr Norford passed into the Lord's hands on Sunday, November 22, 2009, in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania., The family and his beloved wife of 59 years, the Reverend Betty Norford, the former pastor of Preddy's Creek Church, look forward to receiving family and friends following the service. |
Harry Lee Jones Jr. SUFFOLK - Harry Lee "H.L." Jones Jr., 86, of the 100 block of North Capitol St., died Saturday, May 29, 2010 in Sentara Obici Hospital. He was a native of Gibson, N.C., and the son of the late Harry Lee Jones Sr. and Rachel Quick Jones. He was predeceased by his wife, Margie C. Jones; his daughter, Joyce Crocker; and his son, William Jones. He retired after 37 years at the Naval Supply Center. He also was a bus driver for Ventura Tours, Gallop and Andrew Jones for many years. He was a member of St. Timothy Baptist Church where he was a member of the Trustee Board and the Volunteer Food Bank Ministry. He also was a member of Star of Sharon Masonic Lodge No. 231 and Greater Suffolk Lodge No. 206 Elks Lodge. He leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Charlie C. Jones (JoAnn), Terence Jones, Ronnie Mitchell, all of Suffolk; sister, Elaine Jones Webb of Alexandria, Va.; 19 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday, June 5, in St. Timothy Baptist Church with the Rev. Thomas Harden Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Carver Memorial Cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.crockerfuneralhome.com. |
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DUNLAP, Harvey Eugene Sr., 66, of Richmond, departed this life on Friday, May 28, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Supt. Clarence and Elnora Dunlap; one son, Harvey E. Dunlap Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, B. Harvetta "Bayboo" Dunlap; four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two sisters and four brothers; a host of other relatives and friends, one devoted, James "Skank" Smith. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Avenue, where family will receive friends Friday, June 4, from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Fresh Anointing Cathedral, COGIC, 3001 2nd Ave. Rev. William Lynch officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Harvetta Dunlap, P.O. Box 621583, Charlotte, N.C. 28262. |
BARNES, Mrs. Hazel Gregory, 75, of Richmond, Va., and formerly of Boydton, Va., entered eternal rest on Monday, May 31, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital. Mrs. Barnes was born in Boydton, Va., on March 28, 1935 to the late Milton and Mary Duncan Gregory. She attended the schools of Mecklenburg County, Va., and was a member of St. Mark Holiness Church, Boydton, Va. Mrs. Barnes was formerly employed by Virginia Dominion Power. Mrs. Barnes was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Barnes. Cherishing her memory, are three daughters, Veronica Barnes, Barbara Bell (Wayne) and Juanita Barnes Lewis (Thurman); four grandchildren, Malcolm Bell, Deja Cooke, Trevor and Tyler Lewis; five sisters, Mary Crute, Virginia Blalock (Clarence), Helen Morse (Earl), Shirley Goodman and Florence Smith; one brother, Joe Louis Gregory; and a vast number of other loving relatives and caring friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Hazel Gregory Barnes will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010 at the chapel of Giles-Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chase City, Va., with Elder Keith Owens officiating. Burial will follow in Thyne Memorial Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Chase City, Va. The family will receive friends Saturday from 12 noon until service time. Arrangements are by Giles-Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chase City, Va. Online condolences may be expressed at www.harrisfhc.com. |
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Veronica C. Hemeon ROYSE CITY, Texas - Veronica C. Hemeon, 84, formerly a 32-year resident of both Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully ..... |
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Holly Evans ONLEY - Holly June Evans, 48, passed away peacefully June 3, 2010 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Throughout Holly's long battle with cancer, she inspired many with her encouraging attitude and unwavering faith. Holly was born Oct. 10, 1961 to Jerry Gordon Evans and June Horsey Evans. Other than her parents, she is survived by a brother, Terry G. Evans and wife Julie; nephews, Josh and Cody Evans; her faithful dog, Buddy; aunt, Dawn E. Dize; cousins, Wayne Dize and wife Anne, Cindy Dize Franklin and husband Robert; and many wonderful friends. She was a graduate of The E. Claiborne Robins School of Business, University of Richmond, was an active member of Market Street United Methodist Church, the Carrie Radcliffe Circle, the "Friends for the Spiritual Life" Committee, and she started a bible on wheels ministry. She was a past president of the Delmarva Safety Association. A service to celebrate Holly's life will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 6, at Market Street United Methodist Church in Onancock, with the Rev. G. Wayne Parsley officiating. Friends will be received at the home of her parents in Onley at any time or at the church one hour prior to the service. The family will gather at Fairview Lawn Cemetery for interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Market Street United Methodist Church, 75 Market St., Onancock, VA 23417; Hospice and Palliative Care of the Eastern Shore, 165 Market St., Suite No. 3, Onancock, VA 23417; or Relay For Life Eastern Shore, c/o Mrs. Paula Belote, P.O. Box 894, Parksley, VA 23421. Memory tributes may be shared with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes. com. Arrangements by the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. |
BOLLINGER, Howard "Howie," B., 53, of Amelia, went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Brinda; a son, Daniel; a stepson, Terry Rector; brothers, John and Gary; sisters, Christine Hunter and Beverly Easter. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday in the Amelia Church of God, 18501 W. Pridesville Road, Amelia. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Rice, Virginia. |
Irene Anderson Arrington, 89, of Rocky Mount, Va., went to be with her Lord Wednesday, June 2, 2010. She was born February 25, 1921, a daughter of the late John Anderson and Sally Ray. She was also preceded in death by her husband, M.L. "Buck" Arrington; siblings, Elsie Chitwood, Marvin, Chester and Arthur Anderson, Myrtle Holland. Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Elmer and Brenda Arrington; grandson, Brian Arrington and wife, Mandy; sister, Ann Swann, of Fayetteville, N.C.; sister-in-law, Erma Anderson, of Roanoke; many beloved nieces and nephews; her Woodlawn Baptist Church family and her telephone family. Special thanks to Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital for their care and concern during her short hospitalization. Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel, 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Eddie Hawks officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Woodlawn Baptist Church, 46 Woodlawn Drive, Rocky Mount, Virginia 24151. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday with her family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Flora Funeral & Cremation Service, Rocky Mount. |
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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 |
Irving Lee Morris, Irving Lee Morris of Gordonsville, Virginia, died on Monday, May 31, 2010, following an extended illness., He was born on May 27, 1935, in Louisa County, the son of the late V.A. "Plum" Morris and Effie Rigsby Morris Byrns., He is survived by his wife, Jane Willis Morris of Gordonsville, Virginia; one son ,Timothy I. Morris; and a granddaughter, Abigail G. Morris of Somerset, Virginia. He is also survived by a stepdaughter, Deborah G. Dandridge; and stepson, Glenn D. Glazebrook; five step grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Robert Ballard., He was predeceased by three sisters, Ann M. Whitby, Edna M. Ballard and Caroline R. Morris; and a stepson, R. Steven Glazebrook., Irving was a graduate of The Miller School of Albemarle. He was a member of Gordonsville Baptist Church. In the 1960's he served as director of the Jaycees. He was active in Freemasonry and served as the Worshipful Master in Charlottesville Lodge #55 AF&AM in 1984 and 1985. He served the 18th Masonic District as District Deputy Grand Master in 1992 as Treasurer of his lodge for seven years, and as a member of the Keystone Royal Arch Chapter, Allied Masonic Degrees and Scottish Rite of Richmond. Irving also served as a member of the Masonic Corporation of Charlottesville for 17 years. He served in the United States Army from 1958 through 1960., Additionally he enjoyed genealogy and collecting items of the past. For many years he had an interest in family history, and in recent years many family connections were located. He learned that the Morris family served in virtually all of the wars in which this country was involved. In 1998 he organized a family reunion and was instrumental in having ancestors recognized, by placement of memorial stones, for their contributions to the development of this country. As a part of his family search, he published MORRISLAND, a family newsletter., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Miller School of Albemarle, 1000 Samuel Miller Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22903, or the charity of your choice., A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Gordonsville Baptist Church with Pastor Wayne Collis officiating. |
CLAIBORNE - In loving memory of Jean E. Claiborne. We love you and miss you dearly. Husband and children |
ELLIS, Johnnie L. 9/16/1948 - 6/04/2007 Another year has passed, without you here. We still weep alot of tears. Missing you so much throughout the days and every year. Your loving wife, stepchildren & family |
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 |
GLOUCESTER - James Emmett Jewell, 70, died June 1, 2010, at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital. |
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 |
James N. Norwood DELAND, Fla. - James Newton Norwood, 90, passed away June 1, 2010 at his residence. He was born in Greenwood, Miss., May 7, 1920 and moved to Florida in 1993 from Virginia Beach. James retired from the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II and the Korean conflict. He then retired as a home builder in Virginia Beach. James was a life member and past post commander of the VFW Post 4809 in Norfolk. He loved bird watching, gardening and traveling. He led a complete life as a family man who was active in the community with a strong sense of duty and who was known by many and loved by all. James was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Dora. His survivors include daughters, Carolyn Small and husband Larry of DeLand, Michele Loconsole and husband Matt of Boynton Beach, Fla., and Nancy Walker and husband Wayne of Middleburg, Fla.; brother, Gene Norwood of Greenwood, Miss.; sisters, Marjorie Ann Barner of Hernando, Miss., and Frances McGrory of Memphis, Tenn.; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Volusia Honor Air, 899 East New York Ave., DeLand, FL 32724, Volusiahonorair.org. Online condolences may be made at www.allensummerhillfuneralhome.com. Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home in DeLand is in charge. |
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, also at the funeral home with burial to follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. |
James Waldeck Lewis, 65, of New River, Va., passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010. A Memorial Service 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at First Missionary Baptist Church, New River. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home, 540-980-1226. |
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Marie Martin James MURFREESBORO - Marie Martin James, 78, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at her home in Murfreesboro after a brief illness. She ..... |
Graveside services to Honor the Life of Jane C. Coulson will be held 10 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, in Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, Va. The Reverend Lisa Gaul will officiate. |
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Jeanette S. Kennedy VIRGINIA BEACH - Jeanette Spain Kennedy, 74, passed away June 2, 2010. She was raised by a wonderful foster mother, Addie J. White in Knotts Island, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband of nearly 45 years, Louis and a sister Catherine Allen. She was a member of Knotts Island Methodist Church. She is survived by five children, Denise Pelton of Missouri, Diane Parker and husband Danny of Florida, Louann Rutherford and husband Dan, and Roy Kennedy of Virginia Beach, and Yvonne Kennedy of Georgia; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchild; and a brother, Al Tunnel. She will be greatly missed. A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 5, at 2 p.m. in Willowwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Creeds Rescue Squad, 595 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.altmeyer.com. |
Jesse Dwayne Campbell, 28, of Buena Vista, Va., died Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Harrison Funeral Home Chapel, Lexington, Va. |
Jewell Boyd Haynes BRISTOL, Tenn. Jewell Boyd Haynes, 83, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, May 31, 2010, at his residence. Mr. Haynes was the son of the late Walter E. and Verlie G. Haynes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Yvonne N. Haynes; and grandson, James A. Hill Jr. He leaves to mourn his passing five children: daughters, Beatrice L. McKinney (Charles), Charmie J. Rosenbaum (Tommy), June R. Haynes (Robert), Stephanie G. Haynes and son David L. Haynes (Mary); sisters Lana Daggs (Wayne), Sarah Young (Michael), all of Bristol Tennessee; brothers, Lawrence Haynes (Daisy), Warren, Ohio, and Malcolm Haynes (Mary), Florida; grandchildren, Carmen, Toi, Ling, Brooke, Brandi, Bryan , Jordan , and Staci; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Birchette Mortuary, "Chapel of Love." Burial to follow at Tri- Cities Memory Gardens , Blountville, Tenn. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. prior to the services at Birchette Mortuary and at other times at the homes of daughters, Beatrice McKinney, 1500 East Fairview Ave., Johnson City, TN and Stephanie Haynes, 314 McDowell St., Bristol , TN. Words of comfort can be sent to the family on our Web site. Professional services provided by Birchette Mortuary, Inc., 219 East Millard St. |
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church by the Rev. Msgr. Robert Perkins with interment to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. |
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ANTRIM, Joseph Linwood III, 64, of Richmond, husband of Phoebe Finley Antrim, died after a brief illness on Thursday, June 3, 2010. He was an Executive Vice President of Davenport & Company, LLC, and head of Asset Management. He was a Director of the firm, former member of the Executive Committee, and former member of the Investment Policy Committee. Mr. Antrim served on many boards, including Planned Parenthood of Virginia (Chairman), the Cabell Foundation, the Mary Morton Parsons Foundation (President), the Garth Newell Music Center, Jefferson's Poplar Forest, and The Community Foundation (Treasurer). He is survived by his wife, Phoebe Finley Antrim; daughter, Zayde Gordon Antrim and her husband, Roger Alan Kittleson, of West Hartford, Conn.; son, Linwood Taylor Antrim and his wife, Elizabeth Twitchell Antrim, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; grandson, August Lee Kittleson; two brothers, Hugh T. Antrim and his wife, Tighe, and John Mason Antrim and his wife, Holly; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 10 at 12 noon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 815 East Grace Street, Richmond, Va. 23219. Memorial donations may be made to the Hermitage Fund of The Community Foundation, 7501 Boulders Drive, Suite 110, Richmond, Va. 23225, or to Garth Newell Music Center, P.O. Box 240, Warm Springs, Va. 24484. |
Joseph A. Bolton WOODLAND - Mr. Joseph A. Bolton, 75, of Woodland, died June 2, 2010. Mr. Bolton was retired from the North Carolina Department of Labor and a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He also served in the U.S. Air Force. Survivors include his daughter, Beth B. Phillips of Woodland and his son, Jeff Bolton of Raleigh; three granddaughters, Ashleigh, Sarah Beth and Lindsay; his sisters, Mary Vaughan and her husband Jimmy of Elizabeth City and Nancy Austin of Lasker; his brother, Larry Bolton and his wife Rachel of Suffolk. Graveside services, with military honors, will be held Saturday, June 5, at 10 a.m. at Cedar Lawn Cemetery in Rich Square. The family will receive friends at Massey Funeral Home in Jackson today from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to The Amorette Bryant Bolton Memorial Scholarship Fund, Meredith College, 3800 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27607. Online condolences may be sent the family at www.haroldmasseyfuneralhomes.com. |
Joseph Addison Meredith Jr. On his 63rd wedding anniversary, June 1, 2010, Joseph Addison Meredith Jr. passed away. He was 90 years old. After serving in the Army-Air Force during World War II, he graduated from Milligan College and then got his master's degree in chemistry from UT. He worked as a chemist at North American Rayon and 20 plus years at Holston Defense Corporation. He was a member of Central Holston Christian Church and South Holston Ruritan. He was Cub Scout master Pack 205 and a member of American Chemical Society and Sigma Xi. Joseph was an honorary member of U.T. Singers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph A. Meredith Sr. and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Morton Meredith; and two brothers, George Meredith and Ed Meredith. Survivors include: wife of 63 years, Sarah Nell Smithson Meredith; daughter, Margaret Rosenbalm and husband Dennis of Knoxville; sons, Joseph Addison "Joey" Meredith III and wife Nancy of Maryville, Bill Meredith of Bristol, David Meredith of Bluff City; grandchildren, Sara Croley and husband Ross, Danny Rosenbalm, Leah Key and husband David, Philip Rosenbalm; great-grandchildren, Lydian and Ben Croley, Mia Key; sister, Beck (Sarah Elizabeth) Bullock of Bluff City; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Central Holston Church with Wayne Emery and Steve Page officiating. The burial will follow in Shipley Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Weaver Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Ben Campbell, Frankie Lopez, Mike Morton, George O'Dell, Shawn O'Dell, Wes Waites, Brenden Webb and Corey Webb. Honorary pallbearers will be Loyal Workers Sunday School Class and South Holston Ruritan. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Holston Christian Church, 261 Sand Bar Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be registered at |
ARMSTEAD, Julia M., 80, daughter of Sebastian Alexander and Marie Alexander, entered eternal rest on May 31, 2010. She was born in Florence, S.C. on April 24, 1930. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Alberta Cooper of Florence, S.C. and Amanda Murray of Richmond, Va.; and two brothers, Melvin Black of Richmond, Va. and Sylvester Alexander of Florence, S.C.; and by both parents. She is survived by her daughter, Lolita Armstead of Highland Springs, Va.; and son, LeRoy Armstead III of Washington, D.C.; and grandson, Vincent Woods-Armstead of Memphis, Tenn. She also leaves a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at W.S. Watkins Funeral Home, 2700 North Avenue, Richmond, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at Hood Temple A.M.E. Zion Church on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 1 p.m. The family will receive friends from noon until 12:45 p.m., at the church. Rev. Kevin McGill officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hood Temple A.M.E. Zion Church; c/o Deaconess Board. |
SEAFORD - Karl Theodore Jens Jr., 90, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at St. Francis Nursing Center in Yorktown. |
JOHNSON, Kate L., of Richmond, departed this life May 29, 2010. She was preceded in death by her mother, Georgia G. Johnson. Surviving are four children, Charles Johnson, Derek Taylor, Dillon and Jessica Dickerson; father, Edward Johnson; two sisters, Sharon J. Scales (Jay) and Janet Johnson (Paul Mahan); two brothers, Benjamin R. and Carroll F. Sample; one uncle, David Johnson; seven nieces and nephews, one devoted, Kristy Scales; cousins, one devoted, Jeannette Johnson; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends Friday, June 4, from 7 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 5, at 12 noon at Fifth Street Baptist Church, 2800 Third Ave. Rev. F. Todd Gray officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. |
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions maybe made to the Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188. |
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Jeanette S. Kennedy VIRGINIA BEACH - Jeanette Spain Kennedy, 74, passed away June 2, 2010. She was raised by a wonderful foster mother, Addie ..... |
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Godfried G. Koppers PORTSMOUTH - Godfried Groot Koppers, 85, died peacefully on May 28, 2010. Mr. Koppers, a native of Haarlem, Holland, was the ..... |
Kyle Douglas Austin, 56, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett Kyle Austin Jr. and Macil A. Noell; and sister, Sandra Teegarden. He was a proud Hokie fan who graduated from Virginia Tech in 1976. Kyle was a Licensed Land Surveyor for over 30 years and taught surveying at Virginia Western and Lord Fairfax Community Colleges. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, guns, bows, and reloading bullets for hours. He is survived by wife of 34 years, Joyce L. Austin; stepfather, Gary R. Noell, of Buchanan; his special buddies, Pete, Pepper, Amos, Wimpy, and Doogie; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Special thanks to the Carilion Clinic Hospice for their loving care. For those wishing to make a contribution, please consider Carilion Clinic Hospice, 1615 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Va. 24016. Memorial Services will be held 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, with the Rev. Marina Gopadze officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior the service from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000. |
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 |
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, at Christ United Methodist Church, 133 Deep Creek Road, Newport News, followed by a graveside service at 4 p.m., at Liberty Cemetery in Parksley, Va. |
Laura Ellen Dishon Graham, 96, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Wheatland Hills in Radford, Va. Laura was born on September 22, 1913. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor White Graham; her parents, Thomas and Sarah Ellen Simpkins Dishon; her sisters, Mae D. Marshall, Eurilla D. Bishop, and Betty D. Phillips; and her brothers, Lonnie, French, Freeman, Tom and Alvis Dishon. Victor and Laura previously operated a dairy farm on Little River Dam Road and also worked at Burlington, and later raised beef cattle. Laura was a hard worker, a homemaker, a faithful wife of over 65 years and a member of Snowville Baptist Church. Some of her favorite sayings were "I have never met anyone I didn't like," "May God bless you," and "I love you, but don't tell anyone." She is survived by her loving nephew and niece-in-law, Lacy and Dorothy Dishon, who have been her devoted caregivers for over three years and will greatly miss her; and several nieces and nephews. Our appreciation is extended to Dr. A. Howard and her staff; and to Wheatland Hills staff, especially Eden Count, for their loving care of Laura. Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. Neal Wood officiating. Interment will follow in the Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. on Sunday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Flowers will be appreciated, however, memorials may be made to the Joy Ranch or to the . The Graham family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va. |
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Geraldine Laurent SUFFOLK - Geraldine Laurent, 77, died on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. A native of Montreal, Canada, she was the wife of the ..... |
Lawrence Alfred Tickle, of Dublin, Va., went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. He will be loved and missed greatly, but knowing Jesus has his arms wrapped around him gives us strength and eases our sorrows. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and a United States Army veteran having served during World War II, giving his all so we all could live in a free country. He was retired from Harris Mechanical Plumbing and Heating. He was preceded in death by five brothers Cecil, Martin, Jess, Leonard and Frank; and six sisters, Allie, Ula Mae, Agnes, Alma, Lucille and Helen. Survivors include his wife, Edythe Marie Quesenberry Tickle ,of Dublin; three sons and daughtersin-law, Benny and Connie Tickle, Tony and Diane Tickle, and Billy Tickle, all of Dublin; three daughters and sons-inlaw, Alice K. (Bowers) Altes, of Pulaski, Rebecca Ann and Danny Hamilton, of Parrott, and Shelba J. and Walter Akers, of Draper; 13 grandchildren; 26 greatgrandchildren; two greatgreat-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at the Calvary Baptist Church in Radford with Pastor O.D. Morgan and Pastor Brian Cockram officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Burial Park in Radford where members of VFW Post #776 will conduct Military Graveside Rites. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010, at the church. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church, 624 Sixth Street, Radford, Va. 24141 or to the Gideons International, P.O. Box 923, Radford, Va. 24143. The Tickle family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va., 540-639-2456. |
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Lee Jackson Thompson Jr., 48, of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Moneta, Va., passed away on May 28, 2010. Funeral Service will be held at noon on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Morgans Baptist Church, Moneta, Va. |
She leaves to cherish her memories her son and daughter-in-law, John D. and Diedra M. Lewis; grandson, Daniel O. Lewis; nephews, Wilbert, Larry, and Ray Ferdinand of Louisiana; nieces, Martha L. McQuillon and Ann Bynum of California; and a number of grand nephews, nieces, and a host of family and friends. |
Leonard Opie Sr., Leonard Opie Sr., 76, of Bremo Bluff, Virginia, died on Monday, May 31, 2010, at his home., He was born on May 2, 1934, in Fluvanna County, the son of the late Edgar Sr. and Mary Ann Opie., He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Mae Opie., He is survived by two sons, Prince Opie and his wife, Theresa, of Palmyra, and Leonard Opie Jr. and his wife, Beatrice, of Columbia; six daughters, Shirley Ann Gregory and her husband, Fritzell, Lorraine Rose and her husband, David, Andrea Opie of Bremo Bluff, Teresa Opie of Goochland, Karen Opie-Toler and her husband, Rocky, of Stafford and Janet Freeman and her husband, Mack, of Richmond; loving and devoted fiance, Rena Grimes of Arvonia; three brothers, Edward Opie and his wife, Queenie, Arther Opie Sr. and his wife, Lucille, and James Opie and his wife, Gloria, of Bremo Bluff; three brothers-in-in-law, Pat Lacy Sr., Cornelius Patterson and James Johnson and his wife, Deborah; a sister-in-law, Susie Barnett; a devoted niece, Darlene Payne and her husband, Fermy; 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends., Deacon Opie worked for Richard J. Funk as a carpenter for 25 years and Fork Union Military Academy for 14 years before retiring in June 2004., Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Cloverdale Baptist Church in Bremo Bluff. Interment will follow at the church cemetery., Friends may visit at the Thomasson's Fork Union Chapel from 2 until 7 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, and from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010., Thomasson Fork Union Chapel is in charge of arrangements. |
HERRON, Lily O., departed this life to join her beloved husband, Wesley C. Herron Jr. on June 2, 2010. She was born November 26, 1923, to the late John T. and Emma M. Owen, in Halifax County, Va. She is survived by three brothers of eight siblings, John T. Owen Jr. and wife, Joan, Elwood T. Owen and wife, Anne and Alton E. Owen; and numerous nieces and nephews. Lily was a faithful member of Bon Air Baptist Church. She was a longtime employee of C&O Railroad and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The family will receive friends 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at Bon Air Baptist Church. A private graveside service will be held at Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to Bon Air Baptist Church or Bon Secours Hospice. |
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. |
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Lubertie Martin Shelton, 88, of Martinsville, Va., passed away Thursday, June 1, 2010. Funeral services 2 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va. |
Lucille E. Williamson, 84, of Roanoke, Va., went home to be with the Lord and her husband, David R. Williamson Jr., on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. She was born in Norwood, N.C., on October 6, 1925, a daughter of the late Luther and Martha Carpenter Eudy. Surviving are her sons, Jimmy Williamson and wife, Denise, of Salem, Johnny Williamson, Ralph Williamson and wife, Deborah, and Douglas Williamson, all of Roanoke; six grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; and brothers and sisters. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Disabled American Veterans. P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301. A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Walter L. Wood. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707. |
Lucy S. Simmons, 97, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with her Savior Jesus Christ, Thursday, June 3, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Penn Simmons and Mary Jane (Molly) Morgan Simmons; husbands, Ben Wilson McGuire, W.E. Thomas and Silas Simmons; infant daughter, Iris Jermaine McGuire; sons, Kenneth McGuire and wife, Diane Horsley McGuire and Donald W. McGuire; five sisters, Wealthy S. Perdue, Lura S. Beard, Julia S. McGuire, Lillie S. Ridgway and Jane S. Booth; and two brothers, Taft Simmons and Dave Simmons. Mrs. Simmons worked at the Vinton Weaving Mill for nine years and worked at local hospitals for 32 years as a private duty nurse. She was a member of Vinton Wesleyan Church for over 60 years. She is survived by her two sons, Ronald McGuire and his wife, Eunice Wade McGuire, Dale Thomas and his wife, Vickie Wilson Thomas; daughter-inlaw, Donna Truman McGuire; sister, Esther Simmons Drewry; seven grandchildren, Patresia McGuire, Van and Cindy McGuire, Christy and Frank Prescuitti, Rhonda and David Spangler, Laura and Marty Cash, Randy Holman, and D.L. and Andrea Brown; 11 great-grandchildren, Nathan and Melody Mossor, Jereme and Leah Mossor, Miranda McGuire, Matt Spangler and fiancée, Ashlee, Renee' Spangler and fiance, Travis, Nicole Cash and fiance, Casey, Dustin Cash and friend, Brooklyn, Taylor and Bryce Brown, Victoria and Alexis Holman; three great-greatgrandchildren, Kaitlin, Liberty, and Corbyn Mossor. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. Pastors Ricardo Rodriguez, John Holland and Dale Reynolds will officiate. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery. The family would like to thank Springtree Health and Rehab, especially Mona, Lucy's roommate, Gladys Patram, and Good Samaritan Hospice. The family will receive friends on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
GIBNEY, Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Watson, 88, died on May 28, 2010 from complications arising from dementia. Her parents were Norman C. Watson and Helen M. Watson. She was raised on a farm near Coatesville, Pa. After graduating from Scott High School in Coatesville, she went to Philadelphia, Pa. to study to be an executive secretary. She held several jobs in Philadelphia at banks and at Girard College. She soon moved back to Coatesville, where she married John A. Gibney. In 1988, she moved to Richmond, Va. to be near her grandchildren. She devoted her life to her family. She was always there when they needed love and care. She made friends wherever she went, and cherished their affection. Betty was a steadfast Episcopalian, which indirectly led to her only brush with the law. At the age of 80, she drove to church on Easter, only to realize she had forgotten her hearing aid and offering envelope. She sped home to get them before the service started, but was ticketed for reckless driving. She went to driving school, and the charge was dismissed. Unfortunately, she missed the entire service, and she never raced again. She was known for her loving kindness. Near the end of her life, dementia had robbed her of most of her mental faculties. To the last, however, she often said "Hello," "Yoo-hoo," and "I love you." She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Gibney Sr. They were married 40 years. She is survived by her son, John A. Gibney Jr. of Richmond; her grandson, John A. Gibney III of Philadelphia; and her granddaughter, Sarah Marie Gibney, a Peace Corps volunteer in Otjiwarongo, Namibia. Her family thanks the staff at Lucy Corr Village, which provided a safe and loving place for Betty to live. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 4, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 43rd Street and Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, Va. A funeral will be held later in Coatesville, Pa. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Richmond, 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. 23060, or to the Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Illinois 60601. |
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Margaret Ann Shelton Nichols, 74, of Lynchburg, Va., passed away Monday, May 31, 2010. She was the loving and devoted wife of the late Twyman Clay Nichols for 30 years. The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon today, June 4, 2010, at Beulah Baptist Church. A service to celebrate her life will be conducted at 1 p.m. today at Beulah Baptist Church with Brian Seay officiating. Interment will follow in Virginia Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice of the Hills, 3300 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, Va. 24503; or Beulah Baptist Church, 528 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, Va. 24502. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneral |
Marie Martin James MURFREESBORO - Marie Martin James, 78, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at her home in Murfreesboro after a brief illness. She had been preceded in death by her loving husband of 46 years, Robert Earl James Sr.; her parents, Roy and Tabitha Martin; and a brother, Roy Earl Martin. Mrs. James worked with Belk Inc. in Murfreesboro for 28 years and had been promoted to manager prior to its closing. She continued working with the Ahoskie Belk store until her retirement. She also enjoyed working part time with Town and College Cleaners in Murfreesboro after her retirement. She will be remembered for her gentle nature, her love of family and friends and especially, her love of her Lord. Her motto was to live one day at a time. Her memberships include Meherrin Baptist Church in Murfreesboro where she was actively involved in WMU serving as director, the Benevolence Committee, the Pastor Search Committee and member of the Sanctuary Choir. She also was a member of the Exchangettes Club and in the past had been honored as Exchangette of the Year. Survivors include three children, Robert Earl James Jr. and wife Lynda of Charlotte, Mark Timothy James and wife Kim of Greensboro, and Ruth Anne Flanagan and husband A.B. of Murfreesboro; one brother, Johnny A. Martin and wife Becky of Conway; eight grandchildren, Chris James, John James, Philip James, Caroline James, Brad Davis, Benji Flanagan, Jeffrey Flanagan, and Logan James; five great-grandchildren, McKenzie James, Lincoln James, Sophia Davis, Jack Davis, and Claire Flanagan. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Meherrin Baptist Church, 519 Meherrin Ave., Murfreesboro, NC 27855 with the Rev. Josh Parsons and the Rev. James Hester presiding. Burial will follow in the Town of Conway Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at Bridgers Funeral Home Inc., 605 West Main St., Conway, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and has requested that anyone wishing to share a memorial gift, please do so to Meherrin Baptist Church and specify Baptist Children's Homes-Britton Ministries. |
Marie Lillian McCracken Miller ABINGDON, Va. Marie Lillian McCracken Miller, age 83, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010, at Abingdon Manor. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, George A. and Lettie Moore McCracken; her husband, Scott Paul Miller; and brothers, Charles McCracken, James McCracken and Samuel McCracken. Survivors include her step-grandson, Ron Baker; one sister, Lula McCracken; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 4, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Knollkreg Memorial Park with Rev. Jerry Eggers officiating. The family will receive friends from 10-10:45 a.m. at Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Marie Theresa Casella, Marie T. Casella, 83, of Charlottesville, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., She was born on September 30, 1926, in New York, the daughter of the late Ralph and Philomenia Scarpelli., She was the co-owner of Casella's Restaurant and was known to everyone as "Mrs. C". Marie loved animals, cooking and golfing at Birdwood., She is survived by her husband of 62 years, James C. Casella Sr.; two children, James and Donna; a daughter-in-law, Gloria; and a granddaughter, Gina., A memorial gathering will take place beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home with a brief service to be conducted at 2:15 p.m., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932. |
Martha Ann Clark Peterson, 88, of Roanoke, Va., died Thursday, May 27, 2010. Friends and family are invited to meet Friday, June 4, 2010, at 5 p.m. at 2411 Crystal Spring Ave. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel & Crematory, 540-982-2100. |
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Mary L. Buchanan CHESAPEAKE - Mary Louise Buchanan (nee Palmer), 75, died in her Chesapeake home on June 3, 2010, surrounded by her children after a battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Hattie Palmer; first husband, Virgil Jack "Buck" Buchanan; and second husband, Jack Koeneman. She will be greatly missed by her sister, Betty Grove of Everett, Pa.; her children, Vicki Liffick of Norfolk, Jack Buchanan of Annandale, and Jill Danner of Chesapeake; a stepson, Jack Koeneman of San Leandro, Calif.; seven grandchildren, Justin, Matthew, and Lauren Liffick , Alexander and Aimee Buchanan, Shelbey Danner, and Claire Koeneman; two great-grandchildren, Haley Collier and Hayden Liffick; and countless dear friends. Mary Lou was born in Norfolk, graduated from Maury High School in 1952, enjoyed gardening and spent almost all of her life in Hampton Roads raising and supporting a family. She always was generous with others, taking care of her mother during her mother's long battle with Alzheimer's, and second husband during his decline while she fought cancer. A graveside service will be conducted Monday, June 7, at 10 a.m. in Colonial Grove Memorial Park with the Rev. Lorenzo Parker officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home. Great Bridge Chapel. The family asks that memorial donations be made in her name to the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in recognition of her longstanding joy with children. |
Mary V. Turner Curl DENDRON - Mary Vonnell Turner Curl, 82, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Born Sept. 22, 1927 in Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Robert Grady and Eula Mae Jones Turner. She was the widow of the late William Escue Curl. She was a member of Dendron Baptist Church and she loved to play bingo. She is survived by her children, Donnie Ray Curl and his wife Donna of Seneca, S.C., and Patricia Curl Presson of Dendron; a sister, Eloise Taylor and her husband Bill of Courtland; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Robert Escue Curl and James David Curl. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 5, at 11 a.m. in the Dendron Baptist Church with the Rev. Ray Rowland officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Surry Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Surry, VA 23883. Arrangements are being handled by the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Wakefield. Condolences may be posted at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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Mary Rebecca Neikirk NORFOLK - Becky Neikirk passed into eternal rest May 27, 2010 at her home in The Woodlands, Texas. She was born May 25, 1917 in Lumberton, N.C., to James and Tula Bodenheimer. She married Harry English Neikirk Nov. 30, 1944 and had twin sons, John and James. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and son, John; also by her sister, Frances Long and brother, Jim Bodenheimer. She is survived by her son, Jim, his wife Beth, grandson, Ken, his wife Jessica, one niece and one nephew. She was educated and raised in North Carolina beginning her career and supporting her family. Becky moved to Norfolk in January 1942 and worked at the Naval Supply Center until retirement in 1978. She enjoyed her family, ballroom dancing and her organizations, Daughters of the Nile, ABWA, and NSC retirees. A member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, she served in the Choir and taught Sunday school. Since 2001, she lived near her family. Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 5, at Wesley Memorial UMC with interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery immediately following. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Wesley Memorial UMC. |
SALUDA - Mary Rebecca Daniel Fary, resident of Riverside Convalescent Center in Saluda, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. |
DENDRON - Mary Vonnell Turner Curl, 82, of Dendron passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. |
Mattie T. Britt BOYKINS - Mattie Leigh Tillery Britt, 91, died June 3, 2010 at Southampton Memorial Hospital. She was born in Bertie County, North Carolina, the last of 10 children of the late James Andrew and Utelia Jernigan Tillery and was predeceased by a son, Tony Britt. Mrs. Britt was retired from Aster Nut Company and cared for the elderly. Left to cherish her memory are three daughters, Andrea "Diddle" Bryant (Davis) of Newsoms, Janet Davis of Roanoke Rapids, N.C., and Anita Gay of Emporia; two sons, Leslie H. Britt of Severn, N.C., and Ronald Britt (Gail) of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Terrie, Tammi, Shannon, Brandi, Angie, Kevin, and Keith; six great-grandchildren, Ben, Chase, Matthew, Steven, Joshua, and Dillon; and a great-granddaughter to be born, Alexis Grace. The funeral will be conducted at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 6, in the Boykins Chapel of Wright Funeral Home with the Rev. Darwin Edwards officiating. Interment will follow in the Pendleton, N.C., town cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home and suggest memorials be made to the American Cancer Society , c/o Kathy Worrell, 717 Fairview Drive, Franklin, VA 23851 or the Parkinson's Foundation, Development Dept., 1501 N.W. 9th Ave., Miami, FL 33136-1494. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. |
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In Loving Memory Of Brian Slattery McCann January 13, 1972 - June 4, 1989 So many years have past but the emptiness has not ..... |
A service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010, at James River Baptist Church. Interment will be at James River Baptist Church Cemetery. |
Michael A. Bell VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael Anthony Bell, 19, was tragically taken from us May 30, 2010. A celebration of life will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, June 7, at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church, 4392 Virginia Beach, Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com. |
Michael A. Scutro VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael A. Scutro, 83, passed away on June 2, 2010. Mr. Scutro was born in New Jersey and resided most of his life in Virginia Beach. He was a true patriot who served from 1944 to 1980 with action during World War II, the Korean and Vietnam wars. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a chief petty officer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Anna Scutro; a brother, Joseph; a sister, Jean Landow; and a daughter, Karen Rae Foersterling. Survivors include a son, Joseph Charles Scutro and wife Sylvia of Coinjock, N.C.; two daughters, Sandra Michele Scutro and Jennifer Anne Scutro, both of Virginia Beach; a grandson, Jordan Joseph; and a son-in-law, Art Foersterling of Chesapeake. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. in Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home where a celebration of his life will be held Monday at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the VFW. Friends may offer condolences at www.kellumfuneralhome.com. |
Mildred Peele Belton CHESAPEAKE - Mildred Peele Belton went to be with her Lord June 2, 2010. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was born in Hamlet, N.C., and was predeceased by parents, John "Al" and Janie Peele of Hamlet; and son, Larry Coward of Portsmouth. Mildred is survived by husband, Richard "Dick" Belton of Chesapeake; three children: son, Randy Coward and wife Billie Jo of Virginia Beach, and daughters, Paula Chappell and husband Mike of Chesapeake, and Christy Chasteen and husband John of Newport News. She also had two stepsons, Russell Ashley of Knoxville, Tenn. (deceased), and Darrell Ashley of Big Stone Gap, Va. She had nine grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Martha Byrd and Dorothy Earp of Hamlet; and one brother, Johnny Peele and wife Jean of Sunset Beach, N.C. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Etta Hodges of Hamlet. She was a retired bookkeeper with Highs Ice Cream. She was a member of the Lynnhaven Chapter No. 184 of the Eastern Star and member of the South Norfolk Church of Christ. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, June 7, in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, by Pastor John Keane. Burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
Mildred C. McGuire, 85, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. |
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 |
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Nancy Hall Murphy Elliott MARION, Va. Nancy Hall Murphy Elliott, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. She was born on June 20, 1934, to the late John Roy and Minnie Lee Flanagan Hall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, John J. Murphy; two sons, Tedd A. Murphy and James Roy Hall; and a brother, Herman H. "Buddy" Hall. She worked 33 years as a registered nurse for Doctors Patterson, Walker and Eller. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Marion. She is survived by: her husband, Thomas "Bob" Elliott, Marion; her sisters, Frances H. Harmon and husband DeVere, Johnsburg, Ill., Virginia H. "Granny" McFarlane, Marion, Opal H. "Judy" Radcliffe and husband Pearl, Fort Gay, W.Va.; two grandsons, Jason Roy Murphy, Abingdon, Va., Justin Sanders Murphy, Wytheville, Va.; a stepdaughter, Kimberly Reasoner and husband Scott, Green Village, Colo.; two stepsons, Steve Elliot, Knoxville, Tenn., Chris Elliott, Atlanta; four step-grandchildren, Victoria and Scott Reasoner, Taylor and Jake Elliott; a special friend, Donna Farmer. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harry Howe and Rev. Mike Teague officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. An entombment service will be held Sunday morning at 10 a.m. at the Rosewood Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Rural Retreat with Rev. Harry Howe and Rev. Herman Cress officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
Nancy Francis Wright, 71, of Bland,Va., passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Funeral Friday, at 1 p.m., Shiloh UMC. Arrangements by A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate. |
Nancy Hall Murphy Elliott, 75, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. She was born on June 20, 1934, to the late John Roy and Minnie Lee Flanagan Hall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, John J. Murphy; two sons, Tedd A. Murphy and James Roy Hall; and a brother Herman H. "Buddy" Hall. She worked 33 years as a Registered Nurse for Doctors Patterson, Walker and Eller. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Marion, Va. She is survived by her husband, Thomas "Bob" Elliott, of Marion, Va.; her sisters, Frances H. Harmon and husband, DeVere, of Johnsburg, Ill., Virginia H. "Granny" McFarlane, of Marion, Va., and Opal H. "Judy" Radcliffe and husband, Pearl, of Fort Gay, W.Va.; two grandsons, Jason Roy Murphy, of Abingdon, Va., and Justin Sanders Murphy, of Wytheville, Va.; a stepdaughter, Kimberly Reasoner and husband, Scott, of Green Village, Colo.; two stepsons, Steve Elliot, of Knoxville, Tenn., and Chris Elliott, of Atlanta, Ga.; four stepgrandchildren, Victoria and Scott Reasoner, and Taylor and Jake Elliott; and a special friend, Donna Farmer. Funeral services will be held 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Harry Howe and the Rev. Mike Teague officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. An entombment service will be held 10 a.m. on Sunday morning, June 6, 2010, at the Rosewood Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Rural Retreat with the Rev. Harry Howe and the Rev. Herman Cress officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to, . Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion is serving the family of Mrs. Elliott. |
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Jun 4, 2010 The funeral for Nancy R. McCoy, 57, of Bassett, who died May 31, 2010, was held Thursday at Bassett Funeral Service with Pastor Sidney Turner officiating. Burial was in the Franklin Cemetery at Fork Mountain. Pallbearers were George Franklin, Mark Kenny, Thomas Gilman, Darrell Hall, Bobby Dovont Jr., Teddy Ratcliff, Jason Weaver and Mickey Asburne. |
Nannie Maude Foster (Nancy) Vassar, 86, of Tazewell, Va., died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born March 14, 1924, at Rocky Mount, Va., she was the second daughter of the late John Randolph Foster and Nannie Law Foster. She graduated from Rocky Mount High School, Class of 1942, and after graduation worked at the Radford Arsenal during World War II. Later, when her children were well underway in school, she worked at the Tazewell County Public Library until her retirement. Mrs. Vassar was a member of the Tazewell Baptist Church in Tazewell, Va. and a member of the North Tazewell Lioness Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Basil Moorefield Vassar; three brothers, Clifford Foster, Harry Foster and William Foster; one sister, Frances Vaden. Survivors include three daughters, Cynthia Matthews and husband, Scott, of Raleigh, N.C., Mary Jones and husband, Richard "Dickie", of North Tazewell, Va., and Anna Beavers and husband, Mark, of Bluefield, W.Va.; two sons, John Randolph Vassar and wife, Norma, of Roanoke, Va., and Charles Edward Vassar and wife, Denise, of Newport News, Va.; eight grandchildren; 24 greatgrandchildren; one sister, Wilda Foster Stone, of Rocky Mount, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, June 7, 2010, at Tazewell Baptist Church in Tazewell, Va. with the Rev. Robert Belcher officiating. Entombment will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be Deacons and members of Tazewell Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, Va. from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010. The family requests memorial contributions be directed to the Tazewell Baptist Church, P.O. Box 592, Tazewell, Va. 24651 or the National, , 919 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1000, Chicago, Ill. 60611. Online condolences may be sent to the family at |
Navaysha Mo'Nai Clark , infant, of Bedford, Va., died Thursday, May 27, 2010. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. |
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Ocie Huffmond Noell, 96, of Nashville, N.C., passed away on May 7, 2010. She was predeceased by her parents, James T. Huffmond and Nola F. Huffmond, of Danville, Va.; and her husband of almost 51 years, Hugh Oakey Noell, of Roanoke, Va. Mrs. Noell was a charter member of the Caroline Chapter #174 Order of the Eastern Star in Bowling Green, Va., and a member of Windsor Hills United Methodist Church, Blue Ridge Chapter Embroidery Guild of America, Westchester Garden Club, Circle of Friends in Roanoke, Va.; and a member of the Retired Homemaking Institute of the State of Virginia after teaching home economics for 31 years. She has been a resident of Autumn Care of Nashville for the past three years. She is survived by daughter, Nola Noell Lee and granddaughter, Donna Margit Lee, of Baton Rouge, La.; grandson, Noell Andrew Lee and wife, Adelle, and great-granddaughter, Sydney Jane Lee, of Carriera, Miss. She is also survived by daughter, Donna Noell Tinsley and grandson, Will Houston Tinsley III, of Rocky Mount, N.C. The family would like to thank all the staff at Autumn Care of Nashville for their exemplary care and support during the last three years. They have become part of our family. We also want to thank the staff of Nash General Hospital, particularly the Third Floor South staff. Their care and support during the last two weeks was a special gift and blessing. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the, or to the American Red Cross. A Memorial Service to celebrate Ocie's life will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A short gathering will follow the service. Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, N.C., 252-451-8800, have been entrusted with the arrangements. You may share your memories and send the family condolences online at |
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Parnell E. Johnson Daddy, Thinking of you always. Miss you, Lyvonne |
A funeral service will be held 1p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at New Life Church, 1525 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton. Viewing will be two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. |
Paul J. "Joe" Jenkins, Paul J. "Joe" Jenkins, 90, of Charlottesville, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. His family will miss him and remember him as a dedicated administrator, church deacon, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather., He was born on September 1, 1919, in Webster, Florida, a son of the late Paul Jenkins and Nettie Illey Jenkins. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Faith Russell; a brother, Charles O. Jenkins; and his grandson, Andrew Baber., After high school he worked for and attended the University of Florida where he received his Bachelor's degree. Immediately after graduation, he was commissioned as a First Lieutenant in the United States Army and served during World War II in Field Artillery while stationed in Europe. Upon his return from the war, he and Betty married. They moved to Alabama where he attended the University of Alabama and received his Master's degree in Public Administration. In the early 1950's he became the Director of Personnel for the University of Virginia. He held that position until 1969., His final career move was to Piedmont Virginia Community College as the Dean of Administration. As the first person ever to be hired at Piedmont Virginia Community College, he was instrumental in the planning and establishment of this educational institution. In the mid- 1980's, he retired from Piedmont Virginia Community College and began several research projects which resulted in the publication of a book and a manuscript. During this period of his work, he became an accomplished computer user. He, with the editorial assistance of William Owens and Sam Pincus, published PVCC: The first 25 years. He also wrote a manuscript which was the result of extensive research that he completed on the property transfers from the early Monticello properties of Thomas Jefferson. His research during the late 1980's and through the 1990's included the genealogy of his family and the lighthouses of the world. He traveled extensively to document and photograph lighthouses., He was a long-time member of University Baptist Church, serving in many capacities, especially as a deacon. For his contribution, he was appointed Deacon Emeritus., In his later years, he enjoyed spending time at Hotcakes at Barracks Road, attending University of Virginia Women's Basketball games, gardening, and traveling, including several trips each year to his beloved Ivy Castle on the Outer Banks., He is survived by his wife, Betty M. Jenkins; and their children, Edward J. Jenkins and his wife, Fumiyo, of Springfield, Virginia, Colleen J. Baber of Charlottesville, Kathy J. Pye of Richmond, Virginia, Stephen P. Jenkins and his wife, Annmarie, of Centreville, Virginia, Thomas A. Jenkins and his partner, Sandra Hancock of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Richard W. Jenkins and his wife, Jeanne, of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren all of whom he dearly loved and two recently born great-grandbabies that he never got to meet., A memorial service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, June 7, 2010, at the University Baptist Church with the Reverend Dr. Tom Leland officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church fellowship hall., The family would like to thank Dr. Barbara Post and her staff for all of their kind and gentle care. The family would also like to thank the staff at Winterhaven Assisted Living for Senior Citizens, especially Sylvia. Without her special brand of loving care, Dad's final days with us would not have been as bright. |
Pearl G. Skinner PORTSMOUTH - Pearl Gray Skinner, daughter of the late James and Vassie Gray, was born Nov. 29, 1925 in Norfolk. She departed this life May 29, 2010. One beloved sister, Hermione Gray Taylor, preceded her in death. Pearl was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and was a 1946 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. She also attended what was then the Norfolk Division of Virginia State College. Pearl was a role model for strong work ethic. From high school through her adult life, from bagging at the Colonial Store to operating the elevator at Ames & Brownley, to the Holmes Convalescent Nursing Home and the Lake Taylor Hospital to working as an aide to the late Dr. James Boyd, Pearl worked and saved and worked and saved. She was a pillar of stability and integrity. A devoted fan of the NBA, Pearl had an encyclopedic memory of basketball players past and current, their stats and history. An avid southern style cooking wiz, Pearl created special meals that were so good that you could not believe it. Also highly prized and greatly loved by Pearl was her dog "Red." She was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Townsend Skinner. She is survived by one brother-in-law, Andrew Skinner; two sisters-in-law, Adviadine Owens and Zenibell Skinner; two stepdaughters, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. The funeral will be held today, June 4, at noon at Corprew Funeral Home with Bishop James M. Whitaker presiding. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Norfolk. |
Mr. Phyllis Jerome Hogans, 54, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Pulaski, Va., died May 31, 2010. Memorial Service 10 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Young's Funeral Home, Clearwater, Fla. Courtesy notice by Penn's Funeral Home, Pulaski. |
Phyllis Joan Sutphin Duncan, 72, of Radford, Va., passed away June 1, 2010. Graveside Services 10 a.m. on Friday, June, 4, 2010, at the Pentecostal Conference Cemetery. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home, Radford, Va., 540-639-2456. |
HOBBS-SHERMAN - Priscilla Not a day goes by that you are not loved and remembered. God loves you the best. Love, Your Family |
Ralph Todd Lamm, 45, of Charlottesville, died on Saturday May 29, 2010., He was born on February 19, 1965, in Charlottesville, a son of Shelah Leake and Ralph E. Lamm., Todd had a great love for NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon, also fishing, camping and cooking. His family and pets held a special place in his heart., He is survived by his mother and father; a sister, Carrie McGhee; a brother, Will Lamm; maternal grandmother, Georgia Leake; paternal grandparents, Bill and Helen Lamm; a special nephew, Alexander Loving; a special niece, Ariana Morris; and many beloved family members and friends., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., A graveside funeral service will be held at Monticello Memory Gardens 10 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, with Pastor Harold Bare Ph.D. officiating. |
Raymond Hoge Vest, 76, of the White Gate Community, Pearisburg, Va., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Carilion Giles Community Hospital, Pearisburg. He was born June 30, 1933, at White Gate, Va. the son of the late Robert Covington and Blanche Lewey Vest. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Wayne P. Vest and Donald L. Vest; a sister, Margaret L. Vest. Raymond worked for Vest & Wright Construction Company for many years and loved working with wood. He was also a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Rosabella Cregar Vest; one brother, Herbert C. Vest and wife, Carol, of White Gate; one aunt, several cousins and many friends including his special friends Mr. and Mrs. Doug Potter. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, White Gate with the Rev. Charlie Henderson officiating. Burial in the Stinson Cemetery, White Gate. Visitation will be Friday, June 4, 2010, after 2 p.m. and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. |
CRENSHAW Happy Birthday Renika LaVon Crenshaw From Mom, Dad, Family and Friends |
Richard M. Baker CHESAPEAKE - Richard M. Baker, 73, passed away May 31, 2010. A Buddhist funeral service will be conducted at 4 p.m. today, June 3, at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The interment with full military honors will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milner's Road, Suffolk. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com. |
Rita Kathleen Carey VIRGINIA BEACH - Rita Kathleen Carey (nee Collins), 54, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, May 29, 2010. Rita was predeceased by her parents, Jack and Mary Collins and her adopted father, Wiley Price Jr. She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband of 30 years, James Carey Jr. and their children, James Cornelius, U.S. Army officer presently stationed in Iraq, Sean Patrick, civil engineer of Arlington, Va., and Maria Elizabeth, registered nurse of Virginia Beach; her much loved grandson, Noah; her brother, Jack Collins and his wife Barbara of Stonewall, Miss.; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews also survive her. Rita was born and raised in Mississippi and moved to Virginia Beach in 1984 after having lived in Japan for three years while her husband was stationed there as a U.S. Naval officer. Rita was a passionate educator serving as a teacher and teacher specialist in the field of special education for the Norfolk Public School System. She was devoted to all of the special students who were entrusted to her care and treated each of them as her own. Rita was also a master gardener and was beginning to develop a strong interest in birdwatching carefully observing the many beautiful specimens that were attracted to her garden. A Mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 5, at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, 1968 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com. Donations in Rita's memory may be sent to Special Olympics Virginia or American Red Cross. |
He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia H. Eggleston; and a son, Randy Eggleston. |
In Memoriam Robert E. Greene 9/3/1946 - 6/3/2004 Remembering you today and always. Love, Dora, Michael, and Michelle |
He is survived by his son, Robert Henley Jones III and his wife, Benita M. Jones also of Williamsburg. He was the loving grandfather of six grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. |
ROBERT HAMLIN Today marks the day you were taken away. We love and miss you always, The Hamlin Family |
Robert Raymond (Wacky) Robertson, 79, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. He was born in Roanoke on March 23, 1931, to the late John W. and Maud M. Robertson. Preceding him in death were his brothers and sisters, Wellmon Robertson, Dorothy Philpott, Jackie White and Marvin Robertson. Surviving are his loving wife and caregiver of 59 years, Ruby Shaw Robertson; and his daughter, Sherry Robertson Lockhart, of Roanoke. Also left to cherish his memory are his brother-in-law, Robert White, of Blountville, Tenn.; his sisters-in-law, Ginny Hundley, of Greensboro, N.C., and Rosie Robertson, of Roanoke; his nephews, Tom Philpott and wife, Carolyn, of Vinton, Bill Hundley, of Greensboro, N.C., Tim White and wife, Penny, of Blountville, Tenn., Michael Robertson, of Roanoke, and Gerry Philpott and wife, Sherry, of Johnson City, Tenn.; his nieces, Pam Manuel and husband, Bud, of Blountville, Tenn., and Michelle Robertson, of South Carolina; his godchild, Michelle Hosack, of Wexford, Pa.; and numerous cousins and special friends., He was a 1949 graduate of Jefferson High School, a Korean War Veteran (United States Marine Corps) and a retired Hostler at Norfolk and Western. He was a sandlot football coach for 27 years for the Villa Heights Lions and the Williamson Road Browns. He enjoyed woodworking, clock making and repairs, golf and sitting in his rocker on his front porch. He was a member and former deacon at Oakland Baptist Church., Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Oakland Baptist Church with Dr. Scotty Carpenter and the Rev. Kelly Dampeer officiating. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park with Military Honors from the United States Marines. The family requests no flowers, however, donations may be made to the Family Life Center, Oakland Baptist Church, 3623 Roundhill Avenue, Roanoke, Va. 24012. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
Roger Wayne Phelps, 60, of Roanoke, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 31, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Geraldine Phelps. Surviving are his son, John Phelps; stepdaughter, Tiffany Amos and husband, Anthony, all of Gretna; and four grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be conducted 7 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until service time. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707. |
Ruby K. Marsico, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary Overstreet; husbands, Bill Martin and Emmett Marsico Sr.; siblings, Fred, Lizzie, Jessie, Joe, Odell, Woodrow, Gracie, Allen and Dorothy. She is survived by her sisters, Ellen Ayers and Thelma Mayhew; brother, Melvin (Jake) Overstreet; daughterin-law, Amy Marsico; special grandson, Ethan Marsico; special nephew, Robin (Robert) Sumner; and numerous other nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 4, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2010, 10 a.m. at Wilson's Methodist Church Cemetery in Bedford. |
A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday morning, June 4, 2010, at Parklawn – Wood Funeral Home. Interment will be in Parklawn Memorial Park. |
Ruth Warren Spivey SUFFOLK - Ruth Warren Spivey, 87, passed away May 21, 2010. She was born in Perquimans County, North Carolina, the daughter of the late George Warren Spivey and Ruth Jordan Spivey. Ruth was predeceased by her sister, Patty Oliver and brothers, Grover Spivey and Malvern Spivey. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she served in the nursery for a number of years. Ruth is survived by her sister-in-law, Gladys Spivey; niece, Judy Hodges; nephews, Alan Spivey and Michael Oliver; numerous great-nieces and -nephews. A celebration of life service will be held Monday, June 7, at 11 a.m. in Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, with the Rev. Charles W. Thompson officiating. Inurnment will be in Holly Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , Suffolk Chapter, 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.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 |
COTMAN, Samuel D., of Charles City, passed away June 3, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to: www.wilsonafs.com |
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Sara Lou N. Grier NORFOLK - Sara Lou Nicholson Grier passed away on June 2, 2010 at the age of 89. Mrs. Grier was born in Wheelwright, Ky., on April 8, 1921. The second child and first daughter of Ruby May and Thomas P. Nicholson, she attended Cranberry High School where she met Hardy Cannon Grier Sr. After entering Lee McCray College in North Carolina, she and Hardy married. Mr. Grier was shortly called into the U.S. Navy where he served in North Africa. Sara Grier continued on the home front with three children and worked at the National Fireworks Inc., Bristol, Va., facility, as a quality control inspector in the shell production lines and quality assurance. Upon Mr. Grier's return from the war, the family moved to East Ocean View, Norfolk, where Mrs. Grier continued to rear her six children. Sara Grier was actively involved in several civic groups to include East Ocean View Civic League as secretary, as deacon at East Ocean View Presbyterian Church and president of East Ocean View Garden Club. Her flower arrangements were routinely awarded the top prize of Blue Ribbon at area shows. Sara Grier later followed her passion for cake decorating and reached the recognition of professional master cake decorator. Her works were admired and praised from the Tidewater area to Washington, D.C., and New York. She participated in educational films on the subject of cake decorating for the Norfolk Public School system. Sara was inducted into the Wilton Hall of Fame for Cake Decorating. She was predeceased by her husband, Hardy Cannon Grier Sr. and by a son, Melvin Hardy Grier. She is survived by five children; left to cherish her memory are Kenneth Edward and Vicky Grier of Ladysmith, Va., Marion Sue Littman of Norfolk, Hardy Cannon and Margot Grier Jr. of Silver Spring, Md., James Michael and Angela Grier of Lansdale, Pa., and Robert Lee and Kimberly Grier of Norfolk; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held June 12 at 6 p.m. at the Light of Life Christian Center, 808 Principal Court, Chesapeake, (757) 548-0789. Private services will be held at a later date this summer in Vilas, N.C., where she will be buried with her husband and generations of her ancestors. |
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Frank L. Sawyer NORFOLK - Frank L. Sawyer, 67, of the 500 block of Oak Grove Road, passed away June 1, 2010. He was ..... |
Scott Douglas Hickling VIRGINIA BEACH - Scott Douglas Hickling died June 2, 2010 at his home in Virginia Beach. Scott was born March 28, 1960 in Norfolk to Cmdr. Harley and Suzanne Hickling. Scott spent his childhood as many military children have, in many and sometimes exotic locations. His most favorite childhood moments were spent in Hawaii. His family eventually moved to the Hampton Roads area. Scott attended Kempsville High School and graduated from Rock Church Academy in 1978. Scott was a quick, adept, and self-taught learner in many areas including computer science, drawing and astronomy. He was also a gifted guitarist in the truest sense. Scott's many talents and interests led him to several career paths. He was a private security business owner, police officer in Portsmouth, and Franklin, Tenn., computer technician, artist, electrician, and construction tradesman. Scott's trademark quick wit, warmth, and the ability to weave a good story, led Scott to be popular and well liked by friends and family alike. Scott is survived by his children, Benjamin, Kayleigh, and Kimberly; his father, Harley Hickling; his younger brothers, Ross Hickling and his wife Andrea, John Hickling and his wife Charlene, and Jimmy Hickling and his wife Missy; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his mother, Suzanne Munro Hickling. A funeral will be held Saturday, June 5, at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church with the Rev. John A. Baldwin officiating. Altmeyer Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be made to the family at www.altmeyer.com. |
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Michael A. Scutro VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael A. Scutro, 83, passed away on June 2, 2010. Mr. Scutro was born in New Jersey and ..... |
On Tuesday, June 1, 2010, Shelby A. Anderson Jr. answered the Lord's call to come home. Shelby was 99 years young, born on August 26, 1910, in Gary, W.Va. He was married to the late Annie Dell Galloway Anderson for 63 years. Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by his parents, Shelby Sr. and Rose Anderson; three sisters, Annie Mae Anderson, Margaret Pannell, Rosie Richardson; and one granddaughter, Kim Hooper. Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Robert (Gloria) Anderson, of Manassas, Va., Evelyn Hooper, of Roanoke, Va., Gloria Watkins, of Bronx, N.Y., and Carmen (John) Goode, of Bloomfield, Conn.; eight grandchildren; 23 greatgrandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; two sistersin-law, Jean Powell and Vera Galloway; one brother-in-law, Dennis (Jean) Galloway, all of Roanoke, Va.; and a host of other relatives and friends. Shelby was a faithful member of Morning Star Baptist Church family for over 30 years. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Lee Lewis officiating. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Friends may call on Friday afternoon, June 4, 2010, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to |
Shirley (Sam) Peters, 67, of Salem, Va., passed away on May 28, 2010. Memorial service 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Lighthouse Baptist Church, Buck Mountain Road, Roanoke. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service. |
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Pearl G. Skinner PORTSMOUTH - Pearl Gray Skinner, daughter of the late James and Vassie Gray, was born Nov. 29, 1925 in Norfolk. She ..... |
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Ruth Warren Spivey SUFFOLK - Ruth Warren Spivey, 87, passed away May 21, 2010. She was born in Perquimans County, North Carolina, the daughter ..... |
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Tommy was happiest when surrounded by his family, and especially loved watching his grandchildren participate in sports and all their other activities. He was a friend to everyone and never met a stranger. He made everyone feel special and always put others first. Tommy had a joyful, upbeat attitude towards life and always found something good in every person and in every situation. |
EDELBLUT, Thomas Edward "Tommy," 63, of Henrico County, passed away June 1, 2010. An avid outdoorsman, he was a past member of Town & Country and Waterloo Hunt Clubs. Tommy's passion for baseball was displayed for many years while coaching and volunteering for Tuckahoe Little League. As an Engineering Assistant, he worked for 35 years for Verizon telephone. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George H. Edelblut Jr. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Kathy Edelblut; his daughter, Katy Cohen and her husband, Greg; his son, Tommy Edelblut Jr. and his wife, Laura; his grandchildren, Gregory and Edward Cohen and Stacy Edelblut; his brother, George "Buddy" Edelblut and his wife, Remonia, of Quinton, Va.; his sister, Carolyn Jones and her husband, Ken "JR," of Salem, Va.; his mother and father-in-law, Kathleen and Edward Johnson; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Ralph Puccinelli and Mary Louise and Edward Johnson Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Catholic Church, with inurnment to follow in the church columbarium. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Paul's Catholic Church, 909 Rennie Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23227. |
MAYES, Thomas "Tommy" Wilson, 39, of Richmond, Va., passed quietly on June 2, 2009 after a brief illness. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Sue Mayes; brother, Russ Mayes; sister-in-law, Cathy Halliwell; nephews, Will and David Mayes; Aunt Donna and John Fisher; cousins, Kathy Pruitt and Debbie Dietrich and her family; Aunt Karen and cousin, Katie Marshall; and Uncle Tom, Barbi, and cousins, Amy and Cory Marshall. Tommy has been fondly remembered by his friends from Pemberton Elementary, Byrd Middle, Godwin High, and Old Dominion University. The outpouring of love for Tommy was a source of joy and strength for him and his family. Tommy enjoyed traveling, skiing, hiking, camping, and trying to catch fish. He lived and worked in many wonderful places including High Point, N.C., Aspen, Colo., Hilton Head, S.C., Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Branson, Mo., Pompano Beach, Fla., Baltimore, Md., and Virginia Beach, Va. Fond remembrances are being recorded on a page dedicated to him on Facebook called "In Loving Memory of Thomas (Tommy) Mayes." A memorial service will be held to celebrate his life at Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Rd., Richmond, Va., on Sunday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Tommy's honor to Discovery UMC. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Life begins, life moves on and then life ends. The end for our loved one, Travis Lamont Jones, came on Monday, May 31, 2010, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. |
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William O. Unsworth III NORFOLK - Mr. William O. "Pete" Unsworth III passed away Monday, May 31, 2010 after a brief illness. He was ..... |
Veronica C. Hemeon ROYSE CITY, Texas - Veronica C. Hemeon, 84, formerly a 32-year resident of both Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully in her home May 12, 2010. She is survived by her son, Thomas Hemeon; daughter, Barbara Damron; son-in-law, Thomas Damron; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church on Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach Monday, June 7, at 9 a.m. |
Viola Lyon BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Viola Lyon, 89, of 358 Sky Wa Mo Road, has joined family members and friends in Heaven. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Nancy Lingerfelt Combs, and the widow of Cecil Lyon. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Bill, Jay and Edward Combs; and two sisters, Bertha Morrell and Evelyn Glover. She had lived most of her live in the Chinquapin Community, was a member of Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church and the Joy Sunday School Class and she was a homemaker. Mrs. Lyon is survived by a daughter, Geraldine and husband Johnny Jenkins; grandchildren, Julie and Jason Millard and Katrina Tolley; great-grandchildren, Kayla, Missy and Janie Millard and Katana Tolley; special nephew, Mac Lyons; special friend, Jo Ann Brown; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6 7:45 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010, with the funeral service at 8 p.m. in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Bluff City. Rev. Jamie Ferguson and Wade Lockner will be in charge of the services. Friends may also call at anytime at 316 Sky Wa Mo Road, Bluff City. Graveside service and interment will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Chinquapin Grove Cemetery. Ministers, pallbearers, family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 10 a.m. Saturday to go in procession to the cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Johnny Jenkins, Mac Lyons, Verl Kaylor Jr., Michael Jenkins, Ed McDuffey and David Bartley. Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Millard, James Glover Sr., James Glover Jr. and Doug Lewis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church, 1727 Chinquapin Grove Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Condolences may be sent to the family electronically by visiting |
Violet E. M. Blythe SMITHFIELD - Violet Elizabeth McGuriman Blythe, 92, died at home Thursday, June 3, 2010 after a brief illness. A native of Isle of Wight County, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late James Madison McGuriman and Tina Bantum McGuriman. She was also predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Melvin Leroy Blythe. Mrs. Blythe was co-owner of Blythe Farm Equipment and worked faithfully beside her husband in their business until their retirement in 1979. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Angela B. and Jim Wilson; grandchildren, Joe H. Murphy III and Dwayne L. Murphy; and great-grandson, David Allen Murphy. A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 5, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Luke's Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Acree officiating. Memorial donations may be given to the Isle of Wight Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 97, Smithfield, VA 23431. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com. |
A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2010, at St. Luke's Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Acree officiating. |
HICKS - In loving memory of William P. Hicks, my husband, on Memorial Day. Gone, but not forgotten. Your wife, Mary E. Hicks |
HOLLEY, Walter Lee, 83, departed this life May 31, 2010. He was predeceased by his parents, Oliver P. Sr. and Mattie Holley; and brother, Oliver Holley Jr. He is survived by his devoted wife of 41 years, Mildred P. Holley; daughter, Martine Holley; stepson, Nelson R. Lawson Sr. (Sandra); two great-grandchildren, Nelson R. Lawson and Brian E. Lawson; devoted niece, Mattie Johnson; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. at Moore St. Missionary Baptist Church, 1408 W. Leigh St., with Dr. Alonza L. Lawrence officiating. The remains will rest in church one hour prior to the service. |
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. |
JAMAICA, N.Y. - Westell D. Armstead was born on Sept. 20, 1940, the daughter of the late William and Rebecca Daniel, in Wakefield, Va. She went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, May 22, 2010, after a brief illness. |
LANEXA - Wheeler Trollinger Smith III, 58, passed away May 31, 2010. |
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William A. (Al) Secrist, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. |
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. |
William O. Unsworth III NORFOLK - Mr. William O. "Pete" Unsworth III passed away Monday, May 31, 2010 after a brief illness. He was born Aug. 10, 1949, in Norfolk, where he was a 1967 graduate of Granby High School. He was a 1971 graduate of the University of South Carolina. Pete was employed for many years in the construction industry as a manager and a developer; most recently as vice president of Quality Pools and Spas. Pete was the son of the late William Omeara Unsworth Jr. and Elizabeth Unsworth Yound (both deceased). He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Lydia Palmer Unsworth; daughter, Nandy Unsworth Byars (Rees) and sons, Chip, Josh (Janie) and Sam; sister, Diane Grubbs (Frank) of Windsor, Va., and Sam Unsworth (Lynn) of Burlington, N.C.; and three grandchildren, Cate, Molly and Mattie; and many nephews and a niece. A funeral was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 3, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The family received friends following the service in the reception hall. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, should be made to the Merkel Cell Carcinoma Fund at www.merkelcell.org or to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 710 Main St., Conway, SC 29526. Final arrangements have been entrusted to McKiever Funeral Home Inc. of Conway. |
Willie Mae Coffey Jones, 89, of Garden Street, Lenoir, N.C., died on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Shaire Center. She was born on August 30, 1920, in Caldwell County to the late Will F. and Annie Smith Coffey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy C. "Buck" Jones; five brothers, Ray Coffey, Mike Coffey, George Coffey, Grayson Coffey and Hillard Coffey; and four sisters, Lexie Watson, Lucille Torrence, Sarah Moore and Margie Hendrix. Mrs. Jones was a homemaker and member of Gamewell United Methodist Church. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Survivors include two sons, Jim Clinton Jones and wife, Lou Ellen, of Boone, and Roy Steven Jones and wife, Judith, of Blacksburg, Va.; eight grandchildren, Sheriff Alan C. Jones and wife, Kim, Darla Koon and husband, Phillip, Shannon Brunet and husband, Bernard, Erika Ravenberg and husband, Chris, Ingrid Baker and husband, Obidiah, Jennifer Jones, Meredith Jones and Katherine Coffey Jones; and 11 great-grandchildren, Garrett and Jillian Jones, Ivy and Wilson Koon, Xavier Brunet, Emma and Sean Ravenberg, Ciaran McNulty, Mabel, Jeb and Miles Baker. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Blue Ridge Memorial Park conducted by the Rev. Renee Easter. Online condolences may be left at, Greer-McElveen Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. |
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