A. Carl Nave Jr., 85, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010. Mr. Nave attended Jefferson High School and later returned to teach there during his career. Mr. Nave served in the United States Army, d War II, rece, le Heart for combat injuries in Germany having survived the Battle of the Bulge unscathed. Mr. Nave's career with Roanoke City Schools spanned 40 years. In addition to his teaching positions, his career included serving as Principal of Grandin Court Elementary School and Dean of Patrick Henry High School. Mr. Nave was a member and Past President of Roanoke Host Lions Club, Member of Big Lick Kiwanis, Business Men's Club and he enjoyed his weekly lunch with retired teachers. A dedicated member of Second Presbyterian, Mr. Nave served as an Elder and had helped serve communion for 20 years. Of all his accomplishments, perhaps he was most proud of being a grandfather. Mr. Nave was preceded in death by his parents, A. Carl Nave Sr. and Sattie Collins Nave; his wife of over 50 years, Virginia C. Nave; and two sisters, Dorothy F. Nave and Eleanor N. Gagg. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, A. Carl Nave III and Tomi P. Nave, Robert Dewey Nave and Susanna Nave, and Frank C. Nave and Lynn B. Nave, all of Roanoke; and his beloved grandchildren, Sadie C. Nave, Bobby Nave and Thomas Nave. A Memorial Service will be held 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church with Mr. Gerald Carter officiating. The family will receive friends at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to the Second Presbyterian Church Fund, Inc., 214 Mountain Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. |
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DAVIS, Mrs. Alberta Jackson, of Richmond, entered eternal rest on July 18, 2010. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving her family. |
JACKSON - Alexander W.,Jr. Passed away July 15, 2004. Truly loved and greatly missed. Eva and Nancy |
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Clifton E. Andrews VIRGINIA BEACH - Clifton E. Andrews, 74, passed away July 17, 2010 at Clare's Bridge with his family at his bedside. ..... |
Anita Lynn Nester Giles, 46, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at her home in Parrott, Va. Survivors include her husband, Del C. Giles; daughter, Misty Dawn White; two grandsons, Caleb Sean and Richard Alexander Warden; parents, William L. and Patricia Morehead Nester, of Parrott; maternal grandmother, Lois Johnston Morehead; sister and brother-in-law, Alice Faye and Albert Paul Fabrizi; brother and sister-in-law, Edward Wayne and Annette L. Nester; special aunt, Ruth Giles; mother-in-law, Diane Giles; sisters-in-law, Apryl and Robyn Giles; brother-in-law and his wife, Billy and Mary Giles; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. Danny Collins officiating. Interment will follow in the Brown Cemetery in Pulaski County. The family will receive friends from noon until the time of the service at 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Flowers will be appreciated or contributions may be made to the Fairlawn Baptist Church, 6758 Oxford Ave., Fairlawn, Va. 24141 or the charity of your choice. The Giles family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va., 540-639-2456. |
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BARBOUR, Arnold P. "Shorty," 92, of Chester, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010 at Lucy Corr Village. He was the son of the late Otha F. and Queen Victoria Quarles Barbour. Mr. Barbour was a retired baker for Famous Foods of Virginia. He is survived by his wife, Chappie Sue Barbour; two sons, Charles P. Barbour and wife, Jody, of Chester, and Billy L. Barbour and wife, Marti, of Basalt, Colorado; two daughters, Shirley S. Smith and husband, Ronnie, of Glen Allen, and Brenda B. English and husband, Chuck, of Richmond; two sisters, Ida Barbour Lumpkin of Chester and Reva Lois Hedrick of Martinsville; seven grandchildren, eight stepgrandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 22, 2010 at Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church, 17120 Jefferson Davis Highway, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, with the Reverend Richard J. Geoghegan officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church, Memorial Fund. Condolences may be registered at: www.ealvinsmall.com. |
~Brian Hresan~ 7/17/81-3/7/09 We never need a special day to bring you to our mind, For days without a thought of you are very hard to find. We cannot send a birthday card, your hand we cannot touch. As I opened my eyes this morning I looked to the heavens above, with an ache in my heart. I whispered low, "Happy Birthday, Brian" and sent you all our love. All my life I will miss you, but in my heart you will live forever. Love, Jennifer and Colin Dean |
ANDERSON, Benjamin G. Sr., 89, widower of Elizabeth Anderson, died Saturday, July 17, 2010. Survivors include two daughters, Patsy A. Kei and husband, K. Wayne Kei, of Brunswick County, and Peggy A. Cole and husband, Joe, of Humble, Texas; two sons, Benjamin G. Anderson Jr. and wife, Diane, of Salem, Va., and L. Kevin Anderson and wife, Terri, of Disputanta; two grandchildren, Ben G. Anderson III and Tori Beth Anderson; and a sister, Mary Jane Redman of Sussex. A graveside funeral service with military honors will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Virginia. |
Billy Jack Bowman Sr. BRISTOL, Tenn. Rev. Billy Jack Bowman Sr., age 67, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 17, 2010, at his home. He was born July 7, 1943, in Washington County, Va., lived in the Bristol area most of his life and was a son of the late Howard and Laura Bowman. He was a Baptist minister, wonderful husband, father and papaw and he will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Coy Anderson and Jake Bowman; three sisters, Marie Barker, Mary Roark, and Louella Trivett. Survivors include: wife, Sarah Bowman; children, Richard Bowman and wife, Manay, Wayne Bowman, Neecy Worley and husband, Brian, Billy Bowman Jr., Laura Worley and husband, Chucky; brother, Merl Bowman; sister, Thelma Trivett; five grandchildren, Chuck Worley Jr. Nicole Worley, Kaci Bowman, Reanna Bowman and Shane Bowman; several nieces and nephews; special nieces, Linda Layell and Sheila Wambolt. Funeral services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Monday, July 19, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Cecil Sturgill and Rev. Wrighty Salling officiating. The committal will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Rust Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chuck Worley Jr., Chucky Worley, Brian Worley, Billy Jack Bowman Jr., Wayne Bowman and Kevin Layell. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday before the chapel service at the Weaver Funeral Home. Flowers may be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Weaver Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be registered at |
Boyd H. Fitzgerald, 85, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, July 12, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Elsie Fitzgerald; and a brother, Elvin Fitzgerald. During World War II, he served in the United States Coast Guard. Boyd retired after 36 years in airline service. Surviving are his wife, Barbara Fitzgerald; daughter, Donna Mae Wright and husband, Rob, of Roanoke; son, Jeffery Fitzgerald, of St. Louis, Mo.; two grandsons, Zachary Wright, and Jeb Wright and wife, Amanda; great-grandson, Levi Wright; sister-in-law, Marion Fitzgerald; and his nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, P.O. Box 801018, Charlottesville, Va. 22903. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel and Crematory, 540-362-1237. |
HRESAN, Brian 7/17/81 to 3/07/09 In loving memory of our beloved son and brother on his 29th Birthday. Tears instead of wishes, flowers instead of cards. The gifts are now the memories we will cherish forever. Happy Birthday Brian. Dad, Mama & Carl. |
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Charles Warren Buck KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. - Charles Warren Buck passed away peacefully Sunday, July 18, 2010. He was 93. Mr. Buck was ..... |
Burrell Brock III, 59, of Orange, died Sunday, July 18, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., Born August 29, 1950, in Charlottesville, he was the son of the late Burrell Brock Jr. and Dorothy Mae Brock., He was a member of Blue Run Baptist Church., Mr. Brock is survived by four sons, Shawn Collins of Louisa, Tori Dade and his wife, Anita, of Unionville, Chris Brock of Orange, and Erick Brock of Orange; two brothers, Fred Brock and his wife, Othelia, of Barboursville, and Robert Brock of Gordonsville; three sisters, Joyce Jackson and her husband, Robert, of Suitland, Maryland, Mary Richardson and her husband, James, of Orange, and Doris Snead and her husband, Clarence, of Madison, eight grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends., He was also preceded in death by a sister, Gail Lindsay., Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel, Gordonsville, with interment to follow at Blue Run Baptist Church Cemetery. The Reverend Peggy Brice will officiate., The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. |
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Charles Martin Jr. ABINGDON, Va. Charles Martin Jr., age 70, went to be with the Lord, Sunday morning, July 18, 2010, at his home. He was born March 30, 1940, In Raysal, W.Va., a son of the late Charlie and Opal Adkins Martin. He was 1958 graduate of Iaeger High School in Iaeger, W.Va. He had lived in Maryland and Woodbridge, Va., before moving to Abingdon nine years ago and was a retired meat manager for Giant Food Corporation. He was a faithful member of Greendale Chapel in Abingdon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Valis Jo Martin. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Margaret A. Martin of Abingdon; two sons, Jeff Martin and wife Nasra of Gainesville, Va., and Bobby Martin and wife Maritza of Falls Church, Va.; one sister, Charlene Birkelbach of Dublin, Va.; seven grandchildren, Justin Martin, Kristin Pabon, Blake Martin, Blair Martin, Bailey Martin, Lauren Martin, and Claire Martin; one great-grandchild, Landon Pabon; his mother-in-law, Helen Hughes of Bradshaw, W.Va.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Kenny and Loretta Hughes of Bristol Virginia, Charles and Barbara Church of Cedar Bluff, Va., and Mary Elizabeth Baker of Bradshaw; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Charles Martin Jr. will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2010, in the Greendale Chapel, 17468 Rich Valley Road, Abingdon, VA 24210, with Rev. Jerry A. Eggers officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 6 p.m. until the time of the funeral service. The graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, in the Greendale Chapel Cemetery on Route 700. Those attending the graveside service are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10:50 a.m. The men of Greendale Chapel and neighbors will serve as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. The family suggests that memorials be in the form of contributions to Greendale Chapel, P.O. Box 1314, Abingdon, VA 24212. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at |
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Nathaniel Chavis Sr. SUFFOLK - Nathaniel Chavis "Shorty" Sr., 80, passed away July 18, 2010. He was born in South Carolina, the son of ..... |
Clara Virginia Broughman Ayers, 75, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010. Funeral service 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000. |
Clara Hamilton Willen BRISTOL, Tenn. Clara Hamilton Willen, 76, died on Sunday, July 18, 2010 in the Wellmont Hospice House. She was born in Johnson City on Jan. 18, 1934, to the late Ina and Charles Hamilton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. Willen; and a nephew, Stephen Seymore. She attended Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church, was a lifelong resident of Bluff City, and had lived at Broadmore Assisted Living in Bristol for the past two years. She is survived by two nieces, Deborah Kerr and Pamela Willen; a nephew, Dick Seymore; a sister-in-law, Margaret Seymore Shipley; and a brother-in-law, Melvin Willen. `The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 o'clock Tuesday evening at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon in Glenwood Cemetery with Pastor Tom Reed officiating. `In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church, 1041 Elizabeth Chapel Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
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Harold Max Cooley VIRGINIA BEACH - Harold Max Cooley, 88, died Sunday evening in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. The son of the late ..... |
In Loving Memory of Curtis Alex HACKETT 7/20/1988 ~ 10/24/2009, You left us with an empty place in our hearts. But today would have been your 22nd birthday, your first in Heaven. We love and miss you very much., Love,, Shirley and Tee,, Your Beloved Brothers, and two Special Aunts |
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James W. Curtis CHESAPEAKE - James W. Curtis, 84, died July 18, 2010 in Chesapeake. Born in Mississippi, he was an area resident for ..... |
HAMPTON - Cynthia Garris Baynes entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. She was a woman of few words, but she had miraculous strength along with a never ending faith in God. |
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Jul 20, 2010 Danny Jean Atkins, 62, of 194 Highland Ridge Drive, Martinsville, died Sunday, July 18, 2010, at his home. He was born in Leaksville, N.C., on Aug. 11, 1947, to Eldean Nickelston Atkins of Martinsville and Warren J. Atkins. His father preceded him in death. Atkins was the owner and operator of Dan-Ven Billiards and Piedmont Signs. He worked with the Good News Jail and Prison Ministry for 25 years and was an assistant chaplain at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was on the church council at the Church at Mercy Crossing, where he held various positions, including youth leader. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, Gail Altizer Atkins of the home; a daughter, Venus Atkins Williams of Martinsville; a son, Danny J. "D.J." Atkins Jr.; a sister, Judy Atkins Boyd of Martinsville; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A service will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Church at Mercy Crossing with Pastor Jackie Poe officiating. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the church and other times at the home on Highland Ridge Drive. Memorials may be made to the Danny Atkins Second Chance Memorial Fund at Martinsville DuPont Credit Union, c/o Gail Atkins, P.O. Box 2158, Martinsville, Va. 24113. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. |
Danny Jean Atkins, 62, of Martinsville, Va., died on Sunday, July 18, 2010. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Church at Mercy Crossing. Arrangements by CollinsMcKee-Stone Funeral Home. |
WEST POINT - David Scanlan, 54, of West Point, Va., died Monday, July 19, 2010. |
HAMPTON - Diana Sue Paul, 63, died Saturday, July 17, 2010. |
Donald Allan Chichester, 76, of Wirtz, Va., passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010. He was born on June 20, 1934, in Brooklyn, N.Y. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Anita; three daughters, Cathee Chichester, of Ewing, N.J., Laurie Chichester, of Scotch Plains, N.J., and Linda Dutcher and her husband Richard, of Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren, Natasha and Evan; and stepgrandchildren, Jessica, Kylie and Cody. He was a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y., first sailing as a marine engineer and then becoming a mechanical engineer. His love for the water brought him to Smith Mountain Lake after his retirement. A Memorial Service will be held 7 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2010, at Burnt Chimney United Methodist Church with the Rev. Burton White officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Burnt Chimney United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 63, Wirtz, Va. 24184 or to USMMA, 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, N.Y. 11024,, . The family would like to thank the staff of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835. |
BARNETT, Donald Wayne, 64, of Ashland, died Sunday, July 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 25 years, Debra N. Barnett. He is survived by his son, Paul Wayne Barnett; his sister, Carolyn Glass and husband, James; two brothers, Charles Barnett and wife, Shatze, and Paul Barnett; and several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Massey Cancer Center. |
Dora Orr Roop JONESVILLE, Va. Dora Orr Roop, 95, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010, at Wellmont Lee Regional Medical Center in Pennington Gap, Va. Dora was the oldest member of the First Baptist Church in Jonesville and was a member of the Rebekah Lodge of Jonesville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hagan Russell Roop; parents, Phillip Sheridan Orr and Mary Elizabeth Francis Orr; brothers, Dewey, John, Arvil, Nelson, and Howard Orr; three sisters, Rebecca Barnett, Gladys Mise and Margaret King; great-grandchildren, Braelyn and John Evan Fortner. She is survived by: daughter, Margaret Elkins and husband, Don of Jonesville; sons, Dennis Roop and wife, Betty of Denver, Colo., Wayne Roop and wife, Ty of Wytheville, Va.; grandsons, Kevin Roop and wife, Elna of Avon, Colo.; Che Roop, Wytheville, Michael Elkins and wife, Jennifer of Jonesville, Larry Elkins and wife, Anne of Blacksburg, Va., Steven Elkins of Blacksburg; granddaughters, Mia Massi and husband, Kevin of Charlotte, N.C., Sharon Fortner and husband, Johnny of Jonesville; great- grandchildren, Mikayla, Matthew and Jacob Elkins, Amelia Massi, Emma, Ava and Mia Fortner; brothers, Willard Orr and wife, Lillian of Norfolk, Va., Jimmy Orr and wife, Ruth of Roan Mountain, Tenn. Family receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Arney-Mullins Funeral Home in Jonesville. Funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. James Meade and Rev. Mike Humfleet officiating. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Lee Memorial Gardens in Woodway, Va. Those attending the graveside are asked to meet at the funeral home at noon to go to the cemetery in procession. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Jonesville First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 439, Jonesville, VA 24263. Online condolences may be left for the Roop family at |
Dorothy M. Elam BRISTOL, Tenn. Dorothy M. Elam, 79, died on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at the Cambridge House in Bristol Tennessee. She was a daughter of the late Luther Gordon Galliher and Betty Wix Galliher. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, April Dawn Elam; and by her brother, Kenneth Galliher. Dorothy had lived in Bristol for most of her life. She was a former editor of the Washington County Newspaper and later retired as a clerical worker for Kelly & Green. Dorothy is survived by her caretaker and former husband, Lacey Elam and wife Bell, of Bristol Tennessee; granddaughters, Anna Marie Harwell Colvin of Baltimore and Jessica Leigh Harwell of Bluff City, Tenn.; special granddaughters, B.J. Mott and Corey Mott, both of Bristol Virginia; sister, Lydia Brtan of Charleston, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock Monday evening, July 19, 2010, at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning, July 20, 2010, in the Heritage Chapel of Memories at Glenwood Cemetery with Rev. Paul Collins officiating. Entombment will follow. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting |
BAIRD, Dr. R. Pryor III, of Richmond and Charlottesville, passed away Friday, July 16, 2010 at his home in Charlottesville. Dr. Baird devoted his life to the compassionate practice of medicine. Survivors include his wife, Dr. Christina DeVincentis of Charlottesville; his mother, Mrs. Sara Boone Baird of Richmond; his sister, Anne Baird Newman and her husband, Dr. Robert J. Newman, of Greenville, N.C.; and their daughters, Lesley of Tucson, Ariz., and Virginia, of Seattle, Wash. Dr. Baird was a graduate of the Collegiate School, where he was instrumental in organizing the first golf team. He then attended the College of William and Mary, followed by UNC Chapel Hill, where he received a doctorate of clinical psychology. He graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1988. He worked as a psychiatrist for the state of Virginia as well as in private practice. He enjoyed supervising medical students until the time of his death. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the R. Pryor Baird III Charitable Foundation, which is devoted to the education of medical students. Address: P.O. Box 5246, Charlottesville, Virginia 22905. |
E. Frank Baldwin NORTH TAZEWELL, Va. E. Frank Baldwin, age 76, of the Baptist Valley sec tion, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010, at his home. Born Dec. 18, 1933, at McDowell County, W.Va., he was the son of the late Everett Glen and Pearlie Mae Brewster Baldwin. He was a U.S., veteran of the Korean conflict. He was a member of Cedar Bluff Community Church and attended El Bethel Church. He worked in the car business in the Richlands area for 45 years. Frank loved gardening, NASCAR racing, volunteering at Heritage Hall, fishing and hunting with his grandson, Ryan, and playing music at church and at other functions. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Claude Stump. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dollie Mae Stump Baldwin; one daughter, Vickie Baldwin Lark and husband Rusty of N. Tazewell; special grandson, Ryan Lark of N. Tazewell; step-granddaughter, Kim Kusiak and husband Pete of Charlotte, N.C.; step-great-grandson, Jonah Kusiak of Charlotte; two brothers, Allen Baldwin and wife Robin of N. Tazewell, and George Baldwin and wife Regina of Morristown, Tenn.; seven sisters, Corenia Lane and husband A.Y. of N. Tazewell, Lorraine Stilwell of N. Tazewell, Julia Smith of Tazewell, Va., Lucy Newman of Greenpond, S.C., Carolyn Scott of N. Tazewell, Dolly Crockett of Ravenna, Ohio, and Joan Anders and husband Mike of Adkins, Va.; mother-in-law, Bertha Stump of Doran, Va.; many special friends, customers and co-workers also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Rev. Sammy Barnett, Rev. Richard Smith and Rev. Bill Shook officiating. Burial will follow in the Grandview Memory Gardens at Bluefield, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Military graveside rites will be conducted by Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Special thanks to Karena Dotson with Legacy Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to |
CLARKE, Edward C., 82, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 17, 2010. He died at home with his family by his side. Mr. Clarke was born in Richmond on December 24, 1927, and was a lifelong resident of Richmond. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany immediately after WWII. He was preceded in death by his father, George Bruce Clarke; mother, Ada Gentry; and his brother, Herman Clarke. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Mae Booker Clarke; sons, David (wife, Lauri), of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Doug (wife, Debbie), of Birmingham, Ala.; his faithful companion, Sandy; grandchildren, Benjamin Paul (wife, Rebecca), of Birmingham, Jonathan Edward of Birmingham, and Elizabeth Joy Clarke Moore (husband, Kalab), of Franklin, Ky.; a brother, Randy (wife, Faye), of Powhatan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Clarke was a member of Providence United Methodist Church, and was a Past Master of Woodland Heights Masonic Lodge #345. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Providence United Methodist Church, with burial to follow immediately in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Providence United Methodist Church Building Fund, 901 S. Providence Rd., Richmond, Va. 23236 or the American Cancer Society . |
GOLDSTEIN, Edythe "Deedee," age 84, of Richmond, Va., formerly of New Britain, Conn., passed away July 17, 2010. She was the widow of Charles Goldstein. Deedee is survived by her two children and spouses, Robert and Kay Goldstein of Albany, Ore., and David and Sharon Johannas of Richmond, Va.; and her three grandchildren, Shayna Goldstein of Portland, Ore., Kari Goldstein of Seattle, Wash., and Zoe Johannas of Richmond, Va. Deedee was born in Hartford, Conn., in 1926. She spent her life dedicated to her family and helping others. She worked with handicapped children in Connecticut and devoted her volunteer efforts to Hadassah. In 2005, Deedee received the prestigious Richmond History Makers Award at the Valentine Richmond History Center, recognized in the category of "Promoting Stronger Communities." This recognition was for her tireless work in advancing breast and testicular cancer awareness in the greater Richmond community, through Hadassah's award-winning Check It Out program. A graveside funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. in the Beth Alom Cemetery in New Britain, Conn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made either to Hadassah of Richmond, care of Jewish Community Federation of Richmond, P.O. Box 17128, Richmond Va. 23226, or to the VCU Massey Cancer Center, P.O. Box 98037, Richmond, Va. 23298. Arrangements entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, Conn. For further information, directions, or to sign the guestbook for Deedee, please visit online at: www.weinsteinmortuary.com. |
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Enos Comer Hawkins, 91, of Forest, Va., passed away July 18, 2010. Graveside Service 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Forest. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3304. |
Erma Hale Flint, 82, of Buchanan, Va., and formerly of Madison, W.Va., passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010, at her son's residence in West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Nettie Miller; her first husband, Thomas Hale Sr.; daughter, Brenda Smith; daughter-inlaw, Hazel Hale; granddaughter, Sharon Hale; two brothers; and two sisters. She is survived by her husband, James Flint, of Buchanan, Va.; two sons, Thomas Hale Jr. and Danny (Jeannie) Hale, all of Madison, W.Va.; two stepchildren, Kevin (Hope) Flint and Susan Wendling, all of Buchanan, Va.; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, all of Madison, W.Va.; five stepgrandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; a host of friends; and a special friend whom she called her adopted son, Dr. Jan Cunningham, of Charleston, W.Va. A visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at Botetourt Funeral Home in Buchanan, Va. A visitation will also be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Handley Funeral Home in Danville, W.Va. Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Handley Funeral Home, Danville, W.Va., with the Rev. Marina Gopadze officiating. Burial will follow in Danville Memorial Park, Danville, W.Va. You may express your condolences to the family at |
Ernest King Jr. Ernest King, Jr., 65, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010, at his home. He was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va., and was a son of Pauline V. Wise King and the late Ernest Lee King Sr. He served in the U.S. Army from 1966 1970. Survivors, in addition to his mother, are his son, Sam King and wife, Mary Ann of Bristol Tennessee; his brothers and sister, Dewey King and wife, Betty of Bristol Virginia, Eugene King and wife, Betty of Abingdon, Peggy King Mink and husband, Bill of Meadowview, Va., Bill W. King and wife, Kimberly of Abingdon and Curtis C. King and wife, Kim of Abingdon. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 22, 2010, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with James Pence, minister, officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memory Gardens on Lee Highway in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Blake Mink, Jay King, Geno King, Dusty Edwards, David Osborne and Jeff Greer. The family will receive friends at Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, contributions to assist the family would be appreciated. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
ASHBY - Estelle A. In loving memory of our mother and grandmother who we all loved so dearly. It's very hard to believe it's been 12 years that you've been gone to Heaven, but our love is everlasting in our hearts. Love you, the family |
JACKSON, Evelyn Rose, of Caroline County, Va., departed this life on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She is survived by her devoted husband, Willis Jackson; devoted daughters, Cynthia Green (Ronald), Sherrie Jackson; and one son, Larry Jackson; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 22, 2010, 2 p.m. at the Mangohick Baptist Church, King William County, Va. Interment church cemetery. |
CRAWFORD In loving memory of my husband, father and our granddaddy, Franklin H. Crawford. You are missed more and more. Our love for you will never die. ~ Charlotte, Robin, Orlando Jr. & Erin |
GLENN, Mrs. Gloria Lightner, of Richmond, departed this life July 15, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Lightner. She is survived by one daughter, Geisha Jones; one son, Steven Glenn Sr.; three grandchildren, Steven Jr., Terrell Glenn and Jovon Jones; her mother, Amelia Lightner; two brothers, Rene and William Lightner; two aunts, Delores Snead and Antionette Solomon; one uncle, Lewis C. Matthews; two nephews, Rene Jr. and Reginald Lightner; one daughter-in-law, Tracey Glenn; one sister-in-law, Chestine Lightner; and other relatives and friends, among them a devoted, Kathryn Smothers. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, and where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. Rev. Joseph Yancey officiating. Interment private. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home 12:45 p.m. Wednesday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
KENNON, Gordon Aubrey Sr., 74, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord Saturday, July 17, 2010. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Beverly S. Kennon; daughter, Janice Lowry; sons and daughter-in-law, Aubrey and Laurie Kennon and Larry Kennon; six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be administered by Reverend Chad Herndon at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to New Song Methodist Church, 7450 Colt's Neck Road, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. |
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Gregory Lynn Chambliss BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Gregory Lynn Chambliss, age 42, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 17, 2010, after battling Wilson's Disease for three years. He was born Sept. 4, 1967, in Bristol Tennessee, and he lived his life in the Blountville area. He was a clerk at Kroger Grocery Store and attended Liberty Baptist Church. He enjoyed NASCAR, wrestling, cruising and attending local antique car shows. He is survived by his parents, William "Pete" and Sandra Chambliss. Also surviving: brother, Jason Chambliss and wife Keeley; light of his life, his niece, Hannah; special aunts, Pat Cross and husband Teddie, Connie Bussey and husband Steve; uncles, Will Gene Chambliss, Charles Gibson, Tom Gibson, Don Gibson and Terry Gibson. A celebration of Gregory's life will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at Liberty Baptist Church, located on the corner of Walnut Hill Road and Highway 126, Bristol, TN. Online condolences may be registered by visiting |
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Geneva N. Hackett VIRGINIA BEACH - Geneva N. Hackett, 94, passed away July 17, 2010. Mrs. Hackett was born in Baltimore on April 26, ..... |
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Jul 20, 2010 Harry P. Williams Jr., 78, a Martinsville native, died July 6, 2010, in Washington, D.C., following a battle with multiple myeloma. He was born May 24, 1932, to Dr. and Mrs. Harry Pemberton Williams Sr. He was the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Thomas. His grandfather was the founder of the Piedmont Christian Institute in Martinsville, where he also was a professor. Williams graduated from Dunbar High School in Washington, D.C., in 1949 and Howard University's School of Architecture in 1954. He was an officer in the Air Force from 1954 to 1958. A resident of Silver Spring, Md., for more than 40 years, he was a principal partner of McDonald & Williams, Architects and Planners, in Washington, D.C. He practiced architecture in Washington, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania for more than 30 years. He married Barbara J. Yancey of Newport News in 1961. Surviving are his daughter, Beth Ellen Williams Pryor; a son, Harry P. Williams III; two brothers, Dr. James T. Williams and Dudley R. Williams; a sister, Winona Williams Gee; one granddaughter; one grandson; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins, including several relatives in Martinsville. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Dunbarton Chapel, Howard University Law School, 2900 Van Ness St., NW, Washington, D.C. Burial will be in Danville at a later date. Donations may be made to Howard University in memory of Harry P. Williams Jr. for architecture students, Attn: Development and Alumni Relations, 2225 Georgia Ave. NW, Suite 616, Washington, D.C. 20059. |
Haven Kindward Bland Jr., 67, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Sunday, July 18, 2010. He is survived by his son, Haven K. Bland "Trey;" daughter and son-in-law, Catrina and Scottie Weiss; and one grandson, Noah Weiss. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . The Bland family is being served by Horne Funeral Home & Crematory, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. |
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Hershey James "Jim" Longenecker Jim Longenecker, 82, born on Jan. 19, 1928, in Belgian Congo to the late J. Hershey and Minnie H. Longenecker, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010, at residence in Charlotte, N.C. Growing up as the son of missionaries, Jim, also known as "Chick," was first taught by his mother, and then attended Central School in Lubondai, attending public school in Richmond, Va., when home on furloughs. He completed high school at McCallie School in Chattanooga, Tenn., graduating in 1946. He graduated from Davidson College in Davidson, N.C., with a BA in philosophy in 1950. Called of God to become a minister, he attended Columbia Theological Seminary. After an internship in Tifton, Ga., he graduated in 1955 with an M. Div. Jim appreciated a note his father had written three years before his birth, showing how they had planned what to name him, and prayed "that the Lord may guide us as to his future in every way, and that he may be the Lord's very own from the beginning." And so, Jim became a Presbyterian minister. His first pastorate was 1954-1957 in a three-church field in North Carolina, Estatoa Presbyterian Church, Celo, Micaville Presbyterian Church, Micaville, and Newdale Presbyterian Church, Newdale. In 1958, he accepted a call to South Carolina with Cane Creek Presbyterian Church, Union, and Fairforest Presbyterian Church, Jonesville. In 1962, they moved to Virginia where he pastored Bethel Presbyterian Church, Abingdon, Damascus Presbyterian Church, Damascus, and Rock Spring Presbyterian Church in Meadowview. A move to Pulaski, Va., occurred in 1967, where he pastored Anderson Memorial Presbyterian Church. In 1978, the family relocated to Tennessee where he was pastor at New Bethel Presbyterian Church in Piney Flats. 1987 found him in Welch, W.Va., where his churches were First Presbyterian Church and Anderson Memorial Presbyterian Church. Retirement in 1994 took him back to Pulaski where he served as supply pastor until 2000. His ministry involved not only preaching, youth work, the performance of weddings and funerals, and administrative matters, but much hospital, sick and member visitation, increasingly with his wife. He was active in each presbytery. He is remembered for his dry wit, godly character, concern for the souls and burdens of others, and love for family. He said that he was "nudged by God to major in prayer." He is survived by his dearly loved wife of 52 years, MaryGene Manning Longenecker, ("If I had to do it all over again, I'd keep the wife the same!"); his older daughter, Susan L. Dawson (Mark); his younger daughter, Ruth L. Deligdisch (Glen). Also, grandchildren, John and David Dawson and Amy and Peter Deligdisch. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Hopper; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Alice Longenecker Vail; and his stepmother, Ruth Engler Longenecker. The family is very thankful for the capable and loving care of the staff at Sharon Towers and those from Charlotte Hospice. A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010. Visitation will be at Sharon Towers from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. the same day. Another memorial service and interment will be in Piney Flats, Tenn., at a date to be announced. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 3307 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC 28226; to Charlotte Hospice and Palliative Care, 1420 East Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28204; or to the Sharon Towers' Residents' Assistance Fund, 5100 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28210. McEwen Funeral Service Pineville Chapel is in charge of local arrangements. Condolences and messages of sympathy may be sent to the family and viewed by visiting www.mem.com or |
BASIFIELD, Hilda Mae Irving, 84, formerly of 1804 Peter Paul Blvd., departed this life July 18, 2010 in Philadelphia. Arrangements by: |
IRENE PLEASANT CHAMBERS May 12, 1912 - July 15, 2007 It's been three years today, God came and took you home. There is not a day, dear Mother that we do not think of you. The Family |
J. Albert (Ab) Ellett, 85, of Roanoke, Va., died on Monday, July 19, 2010. "Ab" was preceded in death by his brothers, Rufus P. (Junie) Ellett and Watson H. (Watt) Ellett; brothers-in-law, J. Wysor (Joe) Smith, O. Wayne Harper, and Robert H. (Bob) Kulp. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Koiner Baker Ellett; two sons, Albert Claiborne (Clai) Ellett and his friend, Lauri A. Smith, of Washington, D.C., and G. Baker Ellett, of Richmond, Va.; granddaughter, Nancy Koiner Hancock and her husband, Brian Hancock; greatgrandson, Jeffrey Arland Hancock, of St. Albans, W.Va.; sister, Frances E. (Liggie) Smith; sisters-in-law, Kathryne B. (Sugar) Ellett, Lou B. Harper, Betty B. Kulp, Lee P. Baker, and Linda M. Ellett; brother-in-law, Ralph K. Baker; and many nieces and nephews. Ab loved his family, he loved his friends, he loved his church and he loved the legal profession. Ab passed away at Lewis Gale Hospital and his family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff for their kindness. His remains have been dedicated to medical science. Memorials may be made to the Second Presbyterian Fund, Inc. or a charity of your choice. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, in the Sanctuary at Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Ave., SW, Roanoke, Va., led by Gerald Carter, CLP. |
COVEY- Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never. Happy Birthday Jamie - Love Mom, Meemaw, Papa, Doodie, Chuck and Family |
POQUOSON - James Charlie Ragsdale, 88, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010. |
James C. Stergios Jr. James C. Stergios Jr. went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, at Johnson City Medical Center surrounded by his family and friends. He fought a fierce and courageous battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 5, 1940, in Bristol Virginia. He was the son of the late Margaret P. Stergios and James C. Stergios. Jim went to work at 16 at Blevins Funeral Home. He worked as a surveyor for the State of Virginia. He was a |
James Douglas Leagans, 51, of Fries, Va., passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010. Graveside service 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at the Fries Cemetery. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va. |
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Jayne Waugh Crigler, 89 of Culpeper, died Friday, July 16, 2010. She had suffered a severe stroke in 2007, which left her bedridden, and died after a brief illness., After the war, Jayne and Bernard opened the Magnolia Motel, and, in 1957, they founded Jayne's, Inc., a high-end ladies clothing and specialty store on South Main Street. Jayne produced many fashion shows for local and regional charitable organizations, including Hospice of the Piedmont, served on the Piedmont Environmental Council and was an active member of St. Stephens Episcopal Church., Jayne was predeceased by her parents, Goree G. and Eunice D. Waugh; a brother, Goree G. Waugh Jr. "Bill"; and, in 2009, by her beloved husband of 67 years, Bernard., She is survived by a son, the Hon. B. Waugh Crigler and his wife, Anne, of Charlottesville; three grandchildren, Kendall Crigler Crusse and her husband, Patrick, Jason C. Crigler II and his wife, Bethanne, and Stuart Crigler Hall and her husband, Clayton; and three great-grandchildren, Barrett and Spencer Crusse and Mary Campbell Hall., A service and reception will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 115 N. East Street, Culpeper, Virginia., Internment will follow at Hebron Lutheran Church, Madison., The family is grateful for the love and wonderful care given to Jayne by Beth Lam, Helen Lewis, Casey Taylor, Edith Johnson, Barbara Bautista and Minnie Mozingo, for Evan Crowe who so faithfully served Jayne Holy Communion at home, and for God's grace, mercy and love in Christ Jesus., In lieu of flowers, please contribute in her honor to St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 115 North East Street, Culpeper, VA 22701. |
Jean was a voice major at Averett College in Danville, Va. Her beautiful voice will be remembered by the members of Battery Park Church, where she directed the choir for over 40 years. Jean also had the lead in plays too numerous to mention, a highlight being 'Little Mary Sunshine' with the Smithfield Little Theatre. Her beauty both inside and out were beyond measure and very apparent to all who knew her. Jean was a professional interior decorator and the beauty of her work was unsurpassed. |
LORIS, S.C. - Joe Hunter Hamilton, 81, of Loris, S.C., died Friday, July 16, 2010, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. |
A memorial gathering, Celebration of a Life: John Ballinger 1941-2010, will be held on Sunday, Aug. 1, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant, 5525 Olde Towne Rd., Williamsburg. All are welcome. |
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 22, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, by the Rev. Edmund T. Freeborn III, with interment to follow in Hampton National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Joyce Ann Phillips Harris, 66, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. |
Joyce Verling Paytes, of Charlotte, North Carolina, formerly of Orange, passed into eternal life Saturday, July 17, 2010., Joyce was born June 4, 1937, in Unionville. She was the daughter of the late Walter "Geroge" Verling Sr. and Virginia Swain Verling of Rhoadesville., She loved to laugh, and she will be fondly remembered for her boundless generosity and strength of spirit. Her dedication to her family and her ceaseless loyalty to friends are her legacy. She will live on through our memories, even as she seeks her endless reward in heaven., Prior to retirement, Joyce worked at Orange County High School, and later was the office manager at C. R. Butler, Inc., both in Orange. Joyce was a member of Rhoadesville Baptist Church., After moving to Charlotte in April, 2004, Joyce spent many happy hours with her fellow "Golden Girls" playing games together, some of her favorites being mah-jongg, bridge and canasta., Joyce was met at the gates of heaven by her mother and father. She was also preceded into life everlasting by her late husband, Norman Ray "Jackie" Paytes Sr.; her son, Thomas Glenn "Tommy" Paytes; and her dear friend, Robert P. "Bobby" Butler., Joyce is survived by two children, Tamara "Tammy" Paytes of Spotsylvania and Norman Ray Paytes Jr. and his wife, Leslie of Matthews, North Carolina. Joyce is also survived by four grandchildren, Lindsey, Ashley, Hayley and Austin Paytes; her sister, June Verling Bledsoe and her husband, Robert "Bubber", of Rhoadesville; her brothers, William Raymond "Bill" Verling of Abingdon and Walter George "Buddy" Verling Jr.; mother-in-law, Margaret Paytes of Fredericksburg; as well as numerous nieces and nephews., Visitation will be held from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Johnson Funeral Home, Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, Virginia., The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Orange Baptist Church, Main Street, Orange., Following a graveside service at Graham Cemetery, a reception will take place at the church for family and friends., In lieu of flowers, the family would like to encourage donations to the Community Services funds of the Orange Baptist Church and the Rhoadesville Baptist Church. |
Kate O'Dell Luster Kate O'Dell Luster, age 88, passed away Sunday morning, July 18, 2010, at her son's residence. Kate was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and was born March 5, 1922, to the late G.A. and Stella Woods O'Dell. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Bluff City and a retired employee of ITT North. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Nina Rhinehardt; and her brother, Clyde O'Dell and sister-in-law, Alma O'Dell. Kate is survived by her son, Ronnie Luster and wife, Angie, of Bluff City; and grandchildren, Nikki and Josh Luster; her brother, Earl O'Dell and wife Dorothy; and her brother-in-law, J. L. Rhinehardt, all of Bluff City. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who were all dear to her. The funeral service will be conducted 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 20. 2010, at Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel with Mr. Tim Carlson, minister, officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 8 p.m. prior to the service in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home and other time at the son's residence. The graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Poplar Ridge Christian Church Cemetery, Piney Flats. Active pallbearers will be Jerry Rhinehardt, Jared Rhinehardt, Jimmy Rhinehardt, Rodney O'Dell, Barry O'Dell and Danny Buchanan. Minister, pallbearers, family and friends are requested to meet at funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Those who prefer memorials, in lieu of flowers, may make donations to First Christian Church Youth Fund, P.O. Box 217, Bluff City, TN 37618. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting |
Kyle Newton Bishop, 89, of Riner, Va., better known as "Pa," went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010, from the comfort of his home. A true patriarch, his strong faith and Christian example touched all who knew him. Kyle attended Sidney United Methodist Church in Riner where he was a devoted and active member for 61 years. He served as Sunday School Superintendent, taught Sunday School, and was a member of various committees., Kyle was born and raised in Riner, where he graduated as salutatorian for his class at Auburn High School, married his loving wife of 65 years, worked and raised his family, and was a cornerstone of the community. He was a well known dairy farmer, always wanting the best for his herd. He was also talented at carpentry work. His family and farm were his pride and joy. Kyle looked forward to Sunday afternoon drives where he watched the rhododendrons bloom in the spring and the leaves changing color in the fall. He loved watching his crops grow, planting his garden, spending time with family and friends, sharing family history, and eating a good watermelon., Kyle leaves behind a wonderful legacy in his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. Kyle is survived by his loving wife, Ida Mae Lucas Bishop; his son and daughter-in-law, Richard "Dickie" and Ita Bishop; his daughter and son-in-law, Marjorie and Ron Morgan; his sister, Mary Ann Lawrence, of West Jefferson, N.C.; granddaughter, Melissa Anderson and husband, Daryl; granddaughter, Michelle Underwood and husband, Brian; grandson, K.J. Bishop and wife, Annette; granddaughter, Marlo Dean and husband, Jeff; granddaughter, Jenny Altizer and husband, Eric; grandson, Jeremy West and wife, Eliza; granddaughter, Julie Craft and husband, Robert; stepgranddaughter, Brandy Fizzano and husband, Kevin; stepgranddaughter, Jamie Morgan; 19 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews., The family would like to thank Newman's Pharmacy, Dr. Michael Payne, and Carilion Clinic Home Health and Hospice. The family also would like to thank Dr. Terrence May for his outstanding medical care and genuine kindness., The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Miller and Pastor Steve Aker officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, Va. The Bishop family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting |
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Lillian Lee Tydings Brinkmann, 97, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Scott Boston and Madie Hoffman Boston; her first husband, Horace M. Tydings; her second husband, George L. Brinkmann; her siblings, Mrs. Pearl B. Divers, Mrs. Arabella B. Townsend, Mr. John Boston, Mr. Leslie Boston, Mrs. Bessie B. West, Mr. Jesse Boston, Mr. Jamie Boston and Mrs. Dorothy Mason. Lillian was born on her family's farm in Gordonsville, Va. She was 12 when her family moved to Roanoke. She graduated from Jefferson High School. After graduating she worked at Pugh's in their Lending Library. She moved to Baltimore and began working at Reeds in Baltimore where she met and married Horace M. Tydings. She relished being a home maker, making her daughters clothing, raising snapdragons, roses and other flowers. When her daughters were grown she began to work at Stewart's. She and her husband retired to Roanoke in 1976. Lillian was a long time member of First Christian Church of Roanoke. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Lee Tydings, of Roanoke, and Elizabeth Ann Tydings, of Florida; two sisters, Eloise Wright, of Roanoke, and Beulah Thorsen and her husband, Al, of Concord, N.C.; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. The Rev. Jim Rivers will officiate. Interment will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the First Christian Church, 344 Church Ave., SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016. The family would like to express their gratitude to Generations Solutions, a home health service, and Amedysis Home Health Care, with special thanks to Dana and Jessica; and to Amanda on 6 West of Lewis Gale Hospital. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. |
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Leodegaria T. Livara VIRGINIA BEACH - Leodegaria Teodoro Livara, 97, went to be with the Lord on July 17, 2010. She was born in ..... |
NEWPORT NEWS - Lloyd Samuel Everton, 70, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010, at Mary Immaculate Hospital. |
Lloyd Walker DAMASCUS, Va. Lloyd Walker, 77, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010, in Abingdon, Va. He was born in Johnson County, Tenn., and was a son of the late Walter and Melissa Arnold Walker. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Moore Walker; a son, Rick Walker; brother, Walter Coy Walker; sisters, Maggie Walker and Cindy Dugger; and infant twin sisters. Survivors are his sons, Jimmy Walker and wife, Kelly of Abingdon, Sampson Walker, Chris Walker both of Damascus and Mike Walker of Jonesborough, Tenn.; daughters, Sandy Hand and husband, Terry, Ginger Walker, Cricket Walker, all of Damascus, Ashley Walker of Troy, Va., and Donna Walker of Jonesborough; brother, Joe Walker of Ohio; sisters, Dorothy Sweeney and Zella Walker, both of Elizabethton, and Stella McCoy of Kingsport, Tenn.; 16 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens with Rev. John E. Massey Jr. officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the Forest Hills Chapel from 10 until 10:50 a.m. Wednesday. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
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Rita K. Lopes PORTSMOUTH - Rita Kay Lopes, 57, of Sampson Place, died Sunday, July 18, 2010. A native of Raleigh, N.C., she was ..... |
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Mary A. Currier, 91, of Charlottesville, passed away, Sunday, July 18th, 2010., She is survived by her son Eugene Eubanks and 15 grandchildren. |
HAMPTON - Mary Elizabeth Fately, of Hampton Va., died Friday, July 16, 2010, at the age of 92. |
Mary Jane Hopkins MARION, Va. Mary Jane Hopkins, age 77 went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at the Francis Marion Manor. Mrs. Hopkins was preceded in death by her son, Larry Wayne Hopkins, and was a member of the Lowman Valley Church. Survivors include: her devoted husband of 59 years, Nathan Hopkins; one daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Danny Russell, Marion; one daughter-in- law, Kathy Hopkins, Marion; one brother, Allen Shelton; five grandchildren, Gavin Russell and wife Leanna Blevins, Darin Russell and wife Kelli Russell, Dana Russell and husband Bart Hutton, Kim Beliveau and husband Tyler Beliveau, Cassie Hopkins and fianc‚ Andre Houchens; special friend and sister-in-law, Jean White; nine great- grandchildren; and a host of friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion with Pastor Michael Hopkins and Pastor Steve Hutton officiating. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Lowman Valley Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions can be made to the, , P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
Mary Jane Hopkins, 77, of Marion, Va., passed away on Sunday July 18, 2010. Funeral services will be held 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, Va. |
Mary Jo Hatridge Jones, 71, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Fred K. Jones; her sons and daughter-in-law, Clinton Ray Jones and Russell Wayne and Carolyn R. Jones; grandchildren, Bradley Allan Jones and Marshall Rorrer Jones, all of Christiansburg; sisters, Wanda Howel, of Dallas, Texas, and Dorothy Jane Armstrong, of Denison, Texas; and nieces and nephews, Stephanie Howel, Stephen Armstrong, Gary Dale Thomas, Kristie Armstrong and Jerry Don Thomas, all of Texas. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Dennis Curd officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, Va. The Jones family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent by visiting |
Mary Theresa Hartman, 81, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Monday, July 19, 2010. Arrangements Family Choice Funerals & Cremations, Roanoke, Va., 540-491-9994. |
Michael E. (Mike) Conrad, of Roanoke, Va., died on Saturday, July 17, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Barbara Conrad. Surviving are his wife, Sandra A. Conrad; daughter, Michelle Conrad; and two stepdaughters, Cassie Ramsey and Mary Alice Jones; grandson, Aiden Tyler Jones; and two brothers, Steve Avery Conrad and Robert Gary Conrad. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. |
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Daniel P. Miller Sr. NORFOLK - Daniel Parrish Miller Sr. died July 17, 2010, after an extended illness. His brave determination was an inspiration ..... |
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Nancy Cassell Huff, 82, of Roanoke, Va., died on Friday, July 16, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rodger P. Huff Sr.; son, Rodger P. Huff Jr.; brother, Rupert Cassell; and sister, Ruth Warren. Surviving are her daughter, Diane Huff Morris and husband, Phillip, and son, Michael Boyd Huff; grandson, Marc Mitchell Williams; nephew, Tom Warren and wife, Mary Riley Warren; and life long friends, Roberta Thompson and Mildred and Jim Bagby. Graveside Services will be held 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Evergreen Burial Park with the Rev. Donna Hopkins-Britt officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. |
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HARRIS, Nena Mae, 73, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord July 18, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Russell E. Harris of 55 years; children, Russell E. Harris Jr.(Pam Humes), Elvin Harris (Pam Harris), Wanda Parsley and Charles Harris; seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild; sisters, Ruth Crigger, Loraine Lewis and Peggy Gibson; brothers, Charles McIntyre and Ralph McIntyre; and brother-in-law, Dave Harris. Services will be private. Arrangements by the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home. Condolences may be made at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com. |
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Velma B. Parks PORTSMOUTH - Velma B. Parks of the 1500 block of Carson Crescent East died July 17, 2010 at Bon Secours Maryview ..... |
Patricia Byrd Vanover RAVEN, Va. Patricia Byrd Vanover, age 51, went to be with the Lord July 18, 2010. She was a member of New Hope Assembly. She worked at the Mattie Williams Hospital for 10 years and at Ballard Insurance Agency for 24 years. She loved her family, church family, work and kids. She was preceded in death by her mother, Juanita Byrd; sister, Debbie Byrd Martin Whitt; paternal grandfather, Avery Byrd; maternal grandparents, Noah and Mary Newberry; special aunts, uncles and cousins. She is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Rick Vanover; son, Ralph Vanover and wife Allison of Doran; father, Russell Byrd and wife Ann of Clinton, N.C.; grandmother, Katherine Byrd of Clinton; sister, Tammy Hardman of High Point, N.C.; nieces, Hannah and Darby Hardman of High Point; nephew, Chad Martin of Ohio; great-niece, Tabitha Martin; mother-in-law, Thelma Davis of Hickory, N.C.; sister-in-law, Pam Arroyos and husband Felix and family of Hickory; brother-in-law, Randy Davis and wife Mary Ann and family of Pulaski, Va.; special aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbors and friends. Her celebration of life service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Rev. Claudie Throgmartin, Brother David Lee Horton, Jack Brown and Ikey Ball officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be board members and trustees of New Hope Assembly and family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be all men of New Hope Assembly, L.A. "Les" Ballard Sr., L.A. "Dusty" Ballard Jr., Virgle Short, John Short, Marrison Short, Bobby Alicie, youth group of New Hope Assembly, Vincent Carroll, cousins, uncles, Randall Cordle, Dennis Cordle, Marvin Lowe, Ted Coleman, Dave Coleman, Rick Cole and Houston Cole. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff. . In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Tazewell County Foster Parent Association, 122 Glenn St., Bluefield, VA 24605. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to |
BELVIN, Pauline Attkisson Johnson, 86, of Chesterfield, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Levi E. Johnson; and her parents, Linwood and Rose Attkisson. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, C. Stuart Belvin; and her children, Jane Geracimos (Gene), Wheylan Johnson (Gail), Susan Adams (Dan), Bruce Johnson (Susan) and Stuart Belvin Jr. (Ann R.); seven grandchildren and one great-grandson; and a devoted brother, Pete Attkisson. Mrs. Belvin was a member of Central Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today) at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., and where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. Flowers accepted or donations may be made to Central Baptist Church Building Fund, 1500 Courthouse Rd., Richmond, Va. 23236. |
COWANS, Pearl L., departed this life July 16, 2010. She leaves to mourn four children, nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and many family and friends. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 21, 2010, 11 a.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Richmond, Va. |
Peggy Walker Sydnor, Peggy Walker Sydnor, 74, of Charlottesville, passed away at Martha Jefferson Hospital, Saturday, July 17, 2010, due to overwhelming ovarian cancer., Peggy was born June 2, 1936, in Richwood, West Virginia. She was a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Nursing and was President of the student body. She was active in many community organizations including the Junior League of Charlottesville, the Contemporary Club of Albemarle, the Albemarle Garden Club, and St. Paul's Memorial Church., Peggy is survived by her mother, Blanche G. Campbell; her husband, Dr. T. Austin Sydnor Jr; her son, Thomas Emmett Sydnor and his wife, Hunter McKinley, of Denver, Colorado; her daughters, Margaret Sydnor Jenkins and her husband, Lee Bryant III, of Wilson, North Carolina, and Anne Austin Sydnor of Charlotte, North Carolina. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Henry Austin Sydnor, Margaret Daniel Sydnor, Lee Bryant Jenkins IV, and Austin Sydnor Jenkins; by her sister, Rebecca Pettygrove and her husband, Marshall; and several nieces and nephews., Peggy was a devoted wife, beloved mother, and friend. She will always be remembered by her wonderful, energetic spirit., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 22, 2010, at St. Paul's Memorial Church., In lieu of flowers, those who wish may consider a donation to St. Paul's Memorial Church, CASA, or the charity of your choice. |
Monday, July 19, 2010 2:00 AM |
Louise R. Presnell PORTSMOUTH - Louise Ragland Presnell, 89, a former and longtime Portsmouth resident, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010, in Virginia Beach. ..... |
Randolph N. Roach, 73, of Stanardsville, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010, at his residence with several loved ones by his side., He was born August 17, 1936, in Rockingham County. The son of the late Theora Roach and Newt Morris., Randolph worked at Virginia Metals in Orange for 30 years and for Siemans in Earlysville 12 years before retiring., He is survived by his special five cousins who he thought of as his sisters, Marie Worley of Stanardsville, who he lived with, Ruby Collier of Quinque, Georgianna Lamm of Gordonsville, Helen Morris of Dyke, and Lucille Shifflett of Elkton; his three half-brothers, Paul, Leonard and Phillip; his half-sister, Mary Morris; a special cousin, Brandon Morris, who he called "Buddy Boy"; also his large extended family and friends., Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Ryan Funeral Home with the Reverends Wendell Lamb and Johnny Roach officiating., Interment will follow at High Top Cemetery., The Roach family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Ryan Funeral Home., Arrangements by Ryan Funeral Home. |
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Jerome U. Rhees SUFFOLK - Jerome U. Rhees died in Suffolk on July 18, 2010, at the age of 87. Jerry was born in ..... |
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Harry S. Robbins CHESAPEAKE - Harry Skeeky R. Robbins, 76, passed away peacefully in his home on July 18, 2010. He was a member ..... |
BARDEN, Robert Lee, age 87, of Powhatan, passed from this life on July 19, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolly Lloyd Barden, and is survived by son, Ronald Barden Sr. (Faith) of Powhatan; daughters, Louise Griles (David) of Amelia, Elsie Borum (Jimmy) of Rice, and Faye Campbell (Ralph) of Amelia; grandchildren, George Borum, Amanda Emerson, Sherry Midkiff, Sam Barden, Tonya Purington, and Carmen Griles; great-grandchildren, Taylor Emerson, Angela Emerson, Ashley Morse, Summer Barden, Christin Midkiff, Ryan Barden, Clara Faith Emerson, Hannah Purington, Brendan Borum, Patrick Purington, Tesla Purington, and Douglas Purington; sister, Mary Davis of Amelia; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. She was also preceded by siblings, Ann Wingo, Cabel Barden, Venie Penick and Mae Nixon. Visitation on Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St., in Amelia, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at Salem United Methodist Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Salem United Methodist Church. www.hillsmanhix.com |
Robert Danfield "Danny" Gormes, 48, of Charlottesville, died Saturday, July 17, 2010, at his residence., Danny was born November 24, 1961, in Charlottesville. He was a graduate of Charlottesville High School and was the owner and operator of Upper Deck Construction. A talented sketch artist and loved by family and friends., He is survived by his parents, Woodrow Wayne Gormes and Maude Ann Spencer Gormes of Faber; his daughter, Whitney Gormes of Ruckersville; his sister, Sherry McCauley of Hayes; his brother, Victor Gormes and companion, Angie Taylor, of Faber; his nephew, Ryan Gormes; and his nieces, Tori Gormes and Amber McCauley., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday July 21, 2010, at Ridgecrest Church Cemetery, Lovingston, with the Reverend Rudolph Ramsey officiating., The family suggest that memorials take the form of contributions in Danny's memory to the Charlottesville Rescue Squad., Arrangement by Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel of Lovingston, 434-263-4097. |
Robert James Runser, 81, of Stony Point, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010., He was the loving husband of the late Vera Runser, and beloved father of the late Jeffrey Runser, and his daughter who survives him, Robin Runser., He is also survived by his "grand-dog" Sierra, who played a special role in his life., Bob was born in Berkley, California, May 12, 1929. He was a prominent financial executive. As Vice President Comptroller of the Signal Companies, in the early 1980s he oversaw the largest corporate merger in United States history at the time. In retirement, he served on a board charged with making recommendations to Congress on reorganizing the nation's failed savings and loan system., He was active in community service in California as the Chairman of both the Los Angeles and San Diego chapters of the March of Dimes., Upon retirement, Bob and Vera moved to their lovely farm in Albemarle County. They traveled extensively and both enjoyed their active participation in Virginia politics., Bob was an avid golfer and fisherman., His daughter, Robin, expresses heart-felt thanks to the outstanding, caring and compassionate staff at Martha Jefferson House in Charlottesville. Both she and Bob considered them part of the family., A funeral service for Bob will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the chapel of Teague Funeral Service., Friends and family will gather at the chapel one hour prior to the service., Interment will immediately follow at Monticello Memory Gardens. |
Robert Leighton Musick BRISTOL, Va. Robert Leighton Musick, age 83, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born Aug. 30, 1926, to the late Isaac William "I.W." Musick and Nanny Henry Musick. He had lived in the Bristol area all of his life and was a retired brick mason. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Musick was a member of North Bristol Baptist Church. He had served as a Baptist church deacon for over 40 years. Survivors: wife, Beulah Musick; children, Gary Leighton Musick, Robert Keven Musick and wife Melissa; grandchildren, Robby, Josh, Rebekah, Paul, Sarah; sisters, Mary Millsap, Josie Davis, Clara Thayer; brothers, Isaac Musick, J.D. Musick; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, from the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Michael McCloud, Rev. Eric Godfrey, and Rev. Alan Moor officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:30-7:45 prior to the service. Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery on Thursday, July 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. Pallbearers will be Harold Millard, Eddie Harley, Johnny Simerly, Claude Carr, George Brooks, Calvin Bentley. Honorary pallbearers will be The Fishers of Men Sunday School Class of North Bristol Baptist Church, Wilbur Hill, Pierce Sims, and Charles James. The family would like to say a special thank you to Johnny Simerly and Jimmy Thayer for their kindness. Online condolences may be registered at |
Ronald Stuart Hutton MARION, Va. Ronald Stuart Hutton, age 51, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010, at his home. He was born in Smyth County, Va., to the late James Carvin Hutton and Mabel Haga Hutton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Glen Hutton. He had been employed at Smyth County Community Hospital as a security guard. He is survived by: his wife, Tammy Hutton; two daughters, Kelly Hutton, Marion, Jessica Hutton, Marion; one brother, Sammy Hutton, Marion; two sisters, Hazel Cale, Marion, Helen Barron, Marion; three grandchildren, Brandon Mullins, Autumn Mullins, Hunter Mullins; special friend, Joey Pruitt; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel in Marion with Rev. Kenny Hall officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Wassum Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
Ronald Stuart Hutton, 51, of Marion, Va., passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010. Funeral services will be held 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel in Marion, Va. |
Roy W. (Wayne) Basham Sr., 67, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Becky Basham, of Roanoke, Va.; son, Roy Wayne Basham Jr., of Roanoke, Va.; daughters, Kristi Wilhelm, of Roanoke, Va., and Michelle Goad, of Townsend, Del.; grandchildren, Derek Basham, Anton Goad II, Nicholas Goad, Holley Wilhelm, Luke Wilhelm and Hemi Wilhelm "Roy Boy;" and loving dog, Maddy. The family would like to thank the staff at Lewis Gale Medical Center for their love and support. A Graveside Service will be held at noon on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Fair View Cemetery with Pastor Ken Foutz officiating. The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
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Leonard E. Russell NORFOLK - Leonard Ensley Russell, 89, passed away in a Norfolk hospital July 16, 2010. He was a native of Norfolk ..... |
Samuel Amon Melton, 77, of Woodlawn, Va., passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010. Funeral Service 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Calvary Church of Christ. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., 276-236-2442. |
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Andrew J. Skidmore VIRGINIA BEACH - Andrew Jackson "Jack" Skidmore, 73, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010, at his home in Virginia Beach. Born ..... |
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Marian LaDennia Smith CHESAPEAKE - Marian LaDennia Smith departed this life July 14, 2010 at her home. She was born May 26, 1925 in ..... |
DeROSE, Stephen R., 47, of Richmond, died suddenly July 15, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Lucy DeRose. He is survived by loving wife and best friend, Karen M. Marcus; three brothers, A. Peter DeRose (Patricia), Vincent DeRose (Deborah), and Frank DeRose (Anna); several nieces and nephews; his border collie Belle. Steve grew up in Queens, N.Y. and attended N.Y.U. and moved to Richmond nine years ago, making a career in IT. He was working for Microsoft most recently in D.C. He was a lead guitarist in a local Richmond band called The Scrubbs, an accomplished Italian chef, and enjoyed his time at home. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 12 to 4 p.m. Friday at Blileys - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where a funeral service will be held 4 p.m. Friday. A cremation will follow the service with a private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association . |
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Tyler S. Stimson NORFOLK - Born Feb. 22, 1980, son of C. Thomas and Linda (Sevigny) Stimson, Tyler Sevigny Stimson died accidently on July ..... |
DELAND, FLA. - Suzanne (Suzie) Bentley Halpin, 62, of DeLand, Fla., died of lung cancer on July 17, 2010 at Halifax Health Hospice. |
HAYES - Suzanne Small Kirkland, age 82, died July 18, 2010, at the Chesapeake Retirement Community. |
Sylvia "Sib" Blevins DAMASCUS, Va. Sylvia "Sib" Blevins, age 84, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010, at her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Damascus and was the daughter of the late Charles and Bessie Blackburn. She retired from First Virginia Bank in Damascus and was a member of the First Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Ace D. Blevins; five brothers ;and one sister. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at the graveside at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus with Rev. David Griffin officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to the Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation, 29394 Zion Church Road, Damascus, VA 24236. Friends may call at anytime on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m . at Garrett Funeral Home to sign a guest register for Mrs. Blevins. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting |
Sylvia Sutphin (Granny) Jones, 91, of Pulaski, Va., went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010, in the Highland Ridge Rehab Center. She was born in Pulaski County on August 8, 1918, and was the daughter of the late George Washington Sutphin and Emmezetta Hylton Sutphin. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clifton Jones; a daughter, Janice Jones Cox; and a granddaughter, Joni Jones Quesenberry. Mrs. Jones was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Pulaski. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Joretta Jones and Elray Hanks, of Christiansburg, Va.; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Brenda Jones, of Newbern, Va.; granddaughters, Robin Jones Davidson, of Draper, Va., Judy Jones Harmon, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Lorri Hanks Grayson, of Middletown, Del., Jane Hanks McTier, of Keezletown, Va., Emily Cox Deal, of Watkinsville, Ga., and Kim Cox Anderson, of Tiaga Cay, S.C.; grandsons, Cliff Jones, of Gatlinburg, Tenn., Jeff Hanks, of Mosley, Va., and Justin Jones, of Charlotte, N.C.; 18 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; special cousins, Hoover Mitchell, of Draper, Va., and Curry Mitchell, of Sylvatus, Va.; and special son-in-law, Jimmy Cox and wife, Barkey, of High Point, N.C. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, from the First United Methodist Church, Pulaski, with the Rev. Hugh Kilgore officiating. Visiting will be held on Wednesday at the church where the family will be receiving friends from noon until service hour. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church, 135 4th St., NW, Pulaski, Va. 24301. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. |
HAMPTON - Thomas Freddie Hawkins Sr., died Saturday, July 17, 2010. |
Velma B. Hamilton McCollum Velma B. Hamilton McCollum, 98, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010, in Lawnside, N.J. She was born March 17, 1912, in Greeneville, Tenn., and was a daughter of the late Thomas and Meade Forby Hamilton. She was a member of Charles Wesley United Methodist Church in Abingdon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Rufus McCollum Sr.; two brothers, Carter Hamilton and James "J.C." Hamilton; and two sisters, Josephine Eason and Willie Snapp. Survivors are her sons, Rufus McCollum Jr. and wife, Betty of O'Fallon, Ill., and James McCollum and wife, Linda of Lawndale, Calif.; daughters, Jewel Glispie of Fort Mill, S.C., and Marie English and husband, Gregory of Lawnside, N.J.; sisters, Ruth Burks of Detroit, and Margaret Turner of Newark, N.J.; grandchildren, Keith Glispie, Lanee Koczur and husband, Lamont, Darryl Glispie, Todd McCollum and wife, Jean, Mark McCollum and wife, Crystal, Thurman Brooks and wife, Jan, Jeri Brooks, Quentin McCollum, Tiffany McCollum, Marcel, Maurice, Gemarr, Germaine Galisa, Monica Blair and Alexis English. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Charles Wesley United Methodist Church, 322 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA, with Rev. Robert Kariuki officiating. Interment will follow at High Point Cemetery in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be relatives and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Charles Wesley: Lemuel Wheeler, Louis Gillenwater, John Sheffey, James Anderson III, Kelvin Medley; and friends, Harry Wright and Ted Acrey. The family will receive friends at Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Charles Wesley United Methodist Church; or High Point Community Cemetery Fund. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Virgil McKinley "Ken" Barton BEE, Va. Mr. Virgil McKinley "Ken" Barton, of the Indian Creek section, passed away Friday, July 16, 2010, in a Richlands, Virginia hospital. Born Feb. 21, 1936, in Buchanan County, Va., he was a son of the late George and Pearl Barton. He spent most of his life in Buchanan County where he worked and retired as a coal miner and operated a sawmill. His family was blessed to call him husband, dad, brother and papaw for his 74 years upon this earth. The love of family, attending Duty Freewill Baptist Church and watching his favorite westerns filled his heart with joy. He always wore a smile and his humble personality will be remembered by those he leaves behind In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sons, Randy Barton, Robert Barton and Wesley Barton; and one brother, Earnie Barton. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Gertrude Stevens Barton; four daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Larry Tiller, Janice and Bill Blankenship, Connie and Victor Lawrence and Myra and Ted Ramey; one daughter-in-law, Jennifer Barton; 12 grandchildren, Lora Tiller Presley, Jessica Tiller Gamble, Kenneth Blankenship, Johnathan Barton, Randy Barton, Kendra Combs, Roger Barton, Christopher Barton, Emily Barton, Marisa Ramey, Madison Ramey and Jeniann Barton; two great-grandchildren, Joshua Presley and Isaac Presley; eight sisters, Alma Crabtree, Arlene Compton, Wilma Puckett, Louise Rasnake and husband, Clifford, Virgie Rasnake and husband, PJ, Katherine Rasnake and husband, Ira Gene, Retha Combs and Jewel Ramey; two brothers, Thurman Barton and wife, Dovie and Roger Barton and wife, Kitty; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family would like to express a very special thanks and gratitude to Clinch Valley Medical Center and the staff of Russell County Medical Center Home Health. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Sullivan and Pastor Larry Brooks officiating. Interment will follow in the Barton Family Cemetery in Council, Va. Pallbearers will be Jack Ball, Keith Viers, Barry Sutherland, Gary Puckett, Randy Compton, Dexter Wilson and Craig Presley. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Monday where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to |
JOHNSON, Virginia Anne, 73, died on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was employed by Wal-Mart of Ashland. Her occupation was a door greeter. She was a one-time member of the Daughters of America. Survivors are her two sons, Michael J. Moore of Chesterfield, Va., and Glenn W. Johnson of Richmond, Va.; brother, James F. Nunnally Jr. of Chesterfield, Va.; five grandchildren, Kristina Michelle Johnson, Cyle J. Moore, Samantha Anne Moore, Brandon Wayne Johnson and Meghan Linn Johnson; one great-granchild, Riley J. Moore. Memorial service to be held on Friday, July 23, at 2 p.m. at the Virginia Cremation Society, 1927 Westmoreland St., Richmond, Va. 23230. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society . |
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Mildred Darden Wade SUFFOLK - Mildred Darden Wade, 91, passed away July 19, 2010 in Suffolk. Mildred was predeceased by her husband, Dennis Gile ..... |
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Jean Bloxom Watkins BATTERY PARK - Jean Bloxom Watkins, 87, lifelong resident of Battery Park, Va., died Monday, July 19, 2010. She was born ..... |
William J. Euchler, 56, of Hardy, Va., passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Josephine Euchler; sister, Jane Euchler Meadows; and a brother, John Charles Euchler. Bill was a longtime employee of the Norfolk Southern Railway. Surviving are his daughter, Amber Euchler and partner, William Alexander; grandchildren, Aidyn and Noah Alexander; sister, Vicki Robison and husband, Lowell, of Clayton, Calif.; brother, Jeff Euchler, of Virginia Beach; niece, Krista Okoneski ,of Lake Oswego, Ore.; nephews, Stephen Robison, of Alameda, Calif., and Mark Robison, of Concord, Calif.; and many devoted fishing buddies and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Western Virginia Land Trust. Memorials may be made online by visiting www., or by calling 540-985-0000. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road. |
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Marjorie J. Young VIRGINIA BEACH - Marjorie J. Young, 93, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010. Mrs. Young was born in Camden-on-Gauley, W.Va. She ..... |
