Mrs. Ada Chandler, of Petersburg, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010 at Golden Living Center-Battlefield Park, Petersburg. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
HOLLAND, Ada Denise, departed this life August 30, 2010. Arrangements by: |
Albert Clyde Barrett BRISTOL, Tenn. Albert Clyde Barrett, age 72, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010. Clyde was a native of Gastonia, N.C., and lived there until his graduation from high school, when he joined the, . Upon returning home, he met and married Loretta Stephens and the two moved to Maryland where Clyde worked for the National Security Agency for 36 years. The two retired to Bristol Tennessee where he loved to trout fish, work in his yard, jog and run in races, and generally anything that allowed him to be outdoors. Clyde and Loretta were married for 47 years and had two daughters, Karen Rose Hafer and Kimberly Ann Pittman. He was a wonderful father. He loved his three grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Hafer, Hannah Rose Hafer, and Cameron Lee White. Clyde was preceded in death by his mother and father, Daniel Edgar Barrett and Rosella Petty Barrett. He is survived by his loving wife, Loretta; his two daughters; his grandchildren; his sister, Ruth Lingerfelt Clary; and his brother, James Edward Barrett. The funeral service will be held in Gastonia on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at 1 p.m. at McLean Funeral Home. The funeral will be followed by a graveside and interment service at Westview Gardens in Bessemer City, N.C. A memorial service will be held in Bristol Tennessee, on Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at the Belle Meadows Baptist Church. There will be a time of fellowship from 6-7 p.m. followed by the service at 7 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Raymond and J.T; sisters-in-law, Betsy Thompson, Dorthene Cheatham, Inez Gilpatrick and Doris Chamblee; brothers-in-law, Marshall Cheatham, Pat Gilpatrick and Eddie Chamblee. |
HAMPTON - Alfred E. Ferguson, 75, a native of Kentucky, was raised and became a lifelong resident of the Peninsula, passed away on Friday evening, Aug. 27, 2010. |
In Loving Memory of Alice "Izetta" BROWN Happy Birthday, on your first year in heaven. We love and miss you and are continuously celebrating your memories., Your Loving Family |
The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m., at Peninsula Funeral Home. The Rev. Bob Gochenour will officiate. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. |
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BARCO - Anita Wilson, 73, passed away on Aug. 29, 2010. |
Friends may visit from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Carter Funeral Denbigh. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Sept. 3, 2010, at New Beech Grove Baptist Church, 326 Tabb Lane, Newport News, VA. |
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He was preceded in death by both parents; and his wonderful daughter, Bernadette Eason. |
FIELDS, Bernard L., 54, entered eternal rest August 29, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to: www.wilsonafs.com |
BESSIE CASTON-FLEMING Mama, We miss you and love you. You will always be in our hearts. Happy 79th Birthday. Arthur Jr., Archie Sr. and Audrey |
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Bianca Dapretto Barfield, age 83, of Dinwiddie County, widow of Charles B. Barfield Jr., passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010. All are invited to attend a memorial service at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Saint John's Episcopal Church, 842 W. Washington St., Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. Marjorie S. Bevans officiating. |
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Thomas F. Booker III NORFOLK - Thomas F. Booker III, 85, of the 100 block of Suburban Parkway, died Aug. 27, 2010. Thomas was ..... |
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Corneda "Kitty" Wood Cynthia Corneda "Kitty" Via Wood, 85, of Salem, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010 at the Richfield Retirement Center in Salem. She was the widow of William Patrick "Pat" Wood. She was born on July 11, 1925, in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late Annie and William Via. She retired as a payroll clerk from the Chapstick Co. after 45 years of service. She was also a member of the Parkview United Methodist Church. Along with her husband and parents, Kitty was preceded in death by her son Chet L. Wood, and her five sisters: Irene V. Rorer, Leona V. Scruggs, Nadine Via, Grady V. Lyons, and Lilly V. Burks. Kitty is survived by her two sons: Larry N. Wood, and his wife Sandra, of Salem, and Kent P. Wood, and his wife Sandra, of Manhatten, KA; her sister, Christine Bagby, of Concord; her two grandchildren: Christopher N. Wood of Alexandria, and Kimberly W. Dameron of Salem, and her great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Dameron, and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 2:00 pm at Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel is serving the Wood family. |
Callie Jacqueline Tucker Graves "On the wings of an angel", No more cancer, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, August 30, 2010. Born October 31, 1941, in Halifax County, Jacqueline is survived by her husband of 48 years, Robert A. Graves. She is survived by four sons Ashby Graves and his wife Sarah of Orange Park, Florida, Michael Graves and his wife Lisa of New Bern, North Carolina, Kevin Graves and his wife Amanda of Jacksonville, Florida, and Charles Graves and his wife Erin of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, seven grandchildren: Lewis, Henry, William, Kaitlyn, Lauren, Delaney, Katherine, and numerous "adopted children". She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Owen and Ruth Marr Tucker, and by twin brothers. She is survived by her sister Marlene and husband John of Reidsville, North Carolina, two brothers, Larry and his wife Paulette of Nashville, North Carolina, and David Tucker and his wife Tammy of Dry Fork, Virginia and numerous nieces and nephews. Also her aunt Mamie Layne of Heritage Green Home in Lynchburg, Virginia. Jacqueline was a graduate of Halifax County High School, and National Business College in Roanoke, Virginia, where she attained a degree in Junior Accounting. She was a member of Saint Victoria Catholic Church in Hurt, Virginia. She volunteered with the Gretna High School band, Relay for Life, American Cancer Society, and the Sheltered Workshop of Altavista. She was co-owner of Graves Custom Builders, and she wrote numerous articles on cancer for newspapers and magazines. She also recently published a book on cancer: "A Time To Be Born, And A Time To Die: Chronology Of A Cancer Journey". Who is writing this? I lost my nine year battle with cancer. Watch out, you could be next. Thanks to the Rev. Jim Gallagher, Dr. MacCallum and staff at Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center, Drs. Smith and Aklilu at Wake Forest Medical Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina, Drs. Brotherton, Leider, and Honea in Danville, Virginia. Also thanks to Joan Moorefield, Marlene Stallings, Larry Tucker, Margaret Davis, Lois Wheeler, Camp Springs United Methodist Church in Reidsville, North Carolina, and all the other churches for your thoughts and prayers. A Christian funeral service will be conducted on 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 2, 2010 at Finch & Finch Chapel, Altavista by Father Jim Gallagher with interment to follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Saint Victoria Youth Group at P.O. Box 640, Hurt, Virginia 24563, New Prospect Youth Group at P.O. Box 547, Hurt, Virginia 24563, to Hurt Pentecostal Youth Group at 1212 Grit Road, Hurt, Virginia 24563, or the Camp Springs United Methodist Church Women's Group, in care of Marlene Stallings, 421 Trails End Road, Reidsville, North Carolina 27320. "Love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and thy neighbor as thyself". For God so loved the world that He gave His only Begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but shall have everlasting life". John 3:16 Holy Bible The Big "C" is Jesus Christ, not cancer. To send condolences, please visit www.finchandfinchfuneralservice.com |
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David Lee Cantley Jr. CHESAPEAKE - David Lee Cantley Jr., 45, passed away Aug. 28, 2010. David is survived by his fiancée, Dana Beagle ..... |
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EVANS, Catherine C., age 76, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2010. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Scottish Rite Children's Learning Center, 4202 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23227. |
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Aug 31, 2010 Lloyd Whorley, 46, of 720 Boone Station Drive, Burlington, N.C., and formerly of Martinsville, died Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital, High Point, N.C. He was born May 4, 1964, in Martinsville to Delois Boyd Whorley Davis of Bassett and James Otis Whorley. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Lynwood Whorley. Whorley was employed by Blue Ridge Properties as a service manager. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, Karen Newsom Whorley of Burlington; a daughter, Madison Taylor Whorley of Burlington; a son, Zachary Lloyd Whorley of Burlington; and a brother, Larry Denver Whorley of Bassett. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville with Pastors Terry Huffines and Dennis Bender officiating. Burial will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Whorley family cemetery in Ferrum. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. today and other times at the home of his mother at 302 Woodland Road, Bassett. |
Persinger Kellison Clara Elizabeth Persinger Kellison Curry, 76, of Covington, Va., died on Monday, August 30, 2010. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. |
Clarsie Sarver Furrow, 95, of Salem, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 27, 2010. She was born February 6, 1915 in Ironto, Va., a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Sarver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Furrow, son, Kenneth Furrow, three brothers, and three sisters. She retired from Kenrose Manufacturing after more than 25 years of service. Following her retirement she worked as a sitter, helping many recover from their sickness. She was a longtime, active member of New Life Christian Ministries. Surviving are her children, Evelyn Meadors, of Roanoke; Buford Furrow, of Olympia, Washington, Dorsey Furrow and wife, Barbara, of Anderson, S.C.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be made to the Mission Fund, C/O New Life Christian Ministries , 5745 Airport Road Roanoke, Va. 24012. Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, by the Rev. Walter Wood and the Rev. Larry Meadors. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Simpson Funeral Home, 366-0707. |
Arrangements by Shivers Funeral Chapel, Smithfield (757)357-9500. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Constance Anne Newman (Connie) Hagee, 57, of Max Meadows, Va., died peacefully at her son and daughter-inlaw's home on Sunday, August 29, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on October 20, 1952, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Dr. James Madison and Constance Mosler Newman. She was a special education teacher for 27 years in the Wythe and Bland County Schools. Connie was a dedicated mother, grandmother, friend and an avid animal lover. She is survived by her husband, James Edward Hagee; children, Kirk and Amy Phillippi, Sally and Chip Dunford, Todd and Teresa Hagee, and Brian and Jessie Hagee; grandchildren, Lynsey and Reed Phillippi, Molly Dunford, and Regan Hagee; and sister , Barbie Newman Hunter, of Asheville, N.C. A Memorial Service will be held 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Ray Bolen and the Rev. Don Stansell officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations may be made to the, , c/o Jean K. Lester, 430 West Washington Street, Wytheville, Va. 24382. Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., is in charge of arrangements. |
BALDERSON, Danny Williams, Sr., 63, of Lottsburg, Va., passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2010. He was a member of the Callao Volunteer Fire Department. He was the owner and operator of Danny W. Balderson Hauling and he was a Commercial Waterman. He is survived by his son, Danny W. Balderson Jr. and wife, Shelia Elliot Balderson of Warsaw, Va.; two sisters, Bonnie L. Balderson of Warsaw, Va., and Virginia D. Warwick of Burgess, Va.; and a granddaughter, Savana M. Balderson. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Jones-Ash Funeral Home, Rainswood, Va. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 4 p.m. in Melrose United Methodist Church, Lottsburg, Va. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Callao Fire Department, P.O. Box 39, Callao, Va. 22435. Online remembrances may be made to jonesashfuneralhome.com. |
David Gentry MARION, Va. David Gentry, age 59, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at his home. David held a strong faith and love of God. He was completely devoted to his family, friends and job. He was an avid sports fan, enjoying all types of sports, especially hunting. He was a veteran of the, serving his country as a sergeant in the U.S., , 101st Airborne. He was preceded in death by his father, Delmar Dean Gentry; his father-in-law, David H. Blevins; aunt Katherine Meck; and special nephew, Chad Scott Doss. David is survived by his wife, Diane Gentry of Marion; two daughters, Leslie Davidson and fianc‚ Billy Stickley of Marion, Stacy Miller and husband Wesley Jr. of Sugar Grove, Va.; sister, Phyllis Doss of Marion; two grandsons, Brock Davidson and Brandon Miller; his mother, Charlotte Gentry of Marion; his mother-in-law, Edith P. Blevins of Marion; three special brothers-in-law, Tom Doss, Cam Blevins and Tracy Sizemore, Gerald Blevins and wife, Ann, all of Marion; several special nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, at 6 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with Reverend Kenny Price officiating and with military rites conducted by Marion, Post No. 4667. The family will receive friends after the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to, , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at |
CHESAPEAKE - David Lee Cantley Jr. passed away on Aug. 28, 2010. To view service arrangements and to share condolences go to |
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Iva M. DeToma VIRGINIA BEACH - Iva Marie DeToma, 83, of the 1900 block of Beethoven Drive, passed away Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010. Iva ..... |
GIBSON, Deborah Parham August 31, 1951 - 2010 Happy Birthday, The Family |
Dena Lee, Townes Willcox, Dena Lee Townes Willcox, 64, of Syria, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2010., She was born on November 9, 1945, in Petersburg, Virginia, the only child of the late Marvin Lee Willcox and Dena Lee Willcox. Dee was a retired painter and tractor-trailer driver. Among some of Dee's accomplishments were the Design, Layout and Composition in the book "Madison County Homes, A Collection of Pre-Civil War Homes and Family Heritages" and she designed the Madison County sticker used for over 30 years., Survivors include her son Hamilton McCarthy Dean II "Mac Dean" of Syria, Virginia; and daughter, Betsy Seawell of Nags Head, North Carolina. She was the grandmother of William McCarthy Dean (Mac), Zachary Keith Dean (Mac), Dori Darranti (Betsy) Elise Seawell (Betsy)., Dee is survived by numerous amounts of friends, many that she's been close to for years upon years., Her beloved Face Kitty and dog, Foots, also survive her., She embraced and cherished the mountain she called home. Dee touched the lives of many; she shared her heart and home with friends throughout her life. If a friend needed a place to stay or help in any way, Dee was always there and willing to help anybody that needed help., A service will be held from 1 until 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Preddy's Funeral Home in Madison, Virginia with the Reverend James officiating., A "Celebration of Life Party" will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 2010, at her home in Meadows Hollow in Syria Virginia, with the Reverend Chilly Raiford. Friends will also share stories in celebration of Dee's life., In lieu of flowers, donations accepted and will be much appreciated. Thank you very much from family and friends. |
Dorothy Fisher Angell, 94, loving and devoted wife and mother, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010, at her residence at Emeritus at Cave Spring in Roanoke, Va. She was the oldest member at her passing of Boones Mill Baptist Church. She was employed for many years at Roanoke Mills and Puritan Mills and was a member during those years of the ILGWU., Most of her time was spent as a housewife, providing and caring for her family who she loved dearly and always placed first., She was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, James Lewis Angell; mother, Arbelia Kingery Fisher; father, Joseph Walter Fisher; daughters, Marie Angell Brown and Gloria Carolyn Angell; brothers, Silas Fisher and Luke Fisher; and sisters, Bertha Hartman, Virginia Edwards, Etta Argabright and Lillie Sink., Surviving family include children and their spouses, Joanne and Frank Kennedy, Joseph and Jean Angell, Connie and Cliff Slone, Guy and Tammy Angell; grandchildren and their spouses, Jeff and Tammy Kennedy, Teresa and Jeff Van Buren, Sherry and Fred Malpass, Rob and Beth Brown, Mark and Jennifer Angell, Deana and Dwayne Brogan, Scott and Wendy Ross-Terry, and April and Wade Yopp; great-grandchildren, Quinn Kennedy, Cara Kennedy, Kelsey Angell, Jared Thomas, Seth Brogan, Justin Malpass, Tommy Brown, Kailee Brown, Ryan Wilkerson and Gloria Angel Ross-Terry; sisters, Nettie Sink, Frances Dangerfield and Janie Turman; a host of grand and great-grand pets, Molly, Lexee, Bentley, Penni, Chipper, Sylvester, Witty, Gadget, Butterbean, Biscuit, Mya, Max, Buttercup, Sissy, Thomas, Buddy, Coco, Bentley the Cat, Bo, Puffers, Princess, Violet and Jeffrey; and numerous nieces and nephews., Funeral Services will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Roanoke with Pastor Jim Steele and Dr. Richard Harrell officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home., The family would like to express their thanks and appreciation for the love and support that has been shown by everyone during this time. We would like to express special thanks to everyone at Emeritus at Cave Spring Assisted Living and Gentle Shepherd Hospice for their love, support, and acts of kindness shown. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke. Online condolences may be made at |
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Aug 31, 2010 E. Bernard Bowles, 90, of Bassett, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at the VA Medical Center in Salem. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of arrangements. |
Eleanor Mae Burwell Mrs. Eleanor Mae Burwell, of Concord, VA quietly and peacefully in a wisp breath departed this worldly life's journey on Sunday, August 29, 2010, in the presence and comfort of family. Sunrise for Eleanor was April 18, 1919. She was the oldest of three children born to the late Isiah Richard, Sr. and Mary Ward in Bedford County, VA. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her devoted and loving husband, William Burwell, Sr., two siblings, Isiah Richard Ward, Jr. and Ruth Ward Nixon and a son-in-law, Paul L. Patterson, Sr. Eleanor began her Christian journey at a young age and was baptized at Western Light Baptist Church in Bedford County, VA. There she was a faithful member until she and her family relocated to the city of Roanoke, VA. There she became an active and faithful member of Pilgrim Baptist Church and served as a member of the missionary circle, Sunday school teacher, and deaconess until her and her husband's declining health impelled them to relocate, near their oldest daughter, in Concord, VA. After relocating to Concord she became a honorary member of St. James CME Church. She leaves with loving memories to cherish her legacy and celebrate her ascent to the higher life, one devoted aunt, Otelia Wright of Bedford; two loving daughters, Barbara Patterson of Concord, VA and Mary Lewis of Bellflower, CA; two sons, William Burwell Jr., of Petersburg, VA and John Burwell (Winsome) of Charlotte, NC; 15 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 10 great great-grandchildren; a special caretaker, Colotha Wilson; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted 12 noon, Thursday, September 2, 2010 at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Roanoke with Rev. Dwight O. Steele, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in the Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Her remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends at the residence of her daughter, Barbara Patterson. The cortege will assemble at the church. Condolences may be emailed to comfuneral@aol.com Community Funeral Home directing. |
Essie Mayberry Bryant Essie Mayberry Bryant, 92, of Lynchburg, passed away Sun., August 29, 2010 at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Aubrey C. Bryant. Essie was born May 18, 1918 in Campbell County to the late Elmer Glenn Mayberry and Myrtle Turner Mayberry. She was a retired employee of Miller & Rhodes and a founding member of Madison Heights Christian Church. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by four brothers; Alfred Mayberry, Dick Mayberry, Curtis Mayberry, and Paul Mayberry. She is survived by four sisters; Virginia Clements, Bernice Calhoun (Ray), Myrtle Patterson, and Mamie Freeman (Walker) and one brother, J.B. Mayberry (Pauline). She is also survived her son Preston Bryant (Sandria), three grandchildren, Laura Molsky (Mike), Larry Feys (Mary), and Sherry Bryant; three great grandchildren, Kyle and Shannon Molsky and Meredith Feys, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends tonight, August 31, 2010 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 11:00 in the chapel at Tharp Funeral Home with Rev. D. Jack Hamilton, Rev. George Harris, and Rev. Kyle Clements officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com. |
Edward Norwood Crowder, 85, of Salem, Va., went to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2010, at his home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Roanoke and lived in Salem and Waynesboro, Va., where he retired as a truck driver for Roadway Express and then returned to reside in Salem. He served in the, during, and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, American Area Medal, and the Asiatic-Pacific Area Medal. Upon discharge from the Navy, he returned to Salem where he met the love of his life, his wife of 62 years, Betty Jean Carter Crowder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lewis Crowder and Lucy Frances Zell; three brothers, William, Kenneth, and Eugene Crowder; a special brother-inlaw, Jack Carter; and a precious grandson, Joshua Crowder. Surviving to cherish his memory along with his wife is a brother, Leo Crowder and wife, Marge, of Maryland; special brother-in-law, Dennis Alan Carter and fiancée, Anne Thomason, of Salem; daughter, Mary Painter and husband, Johnnie, of Waynesboro; three sons, Tommy Crowder and wife, Connie, of Salem, Larry Crowder and wife, Deidre, of Roanoke, and Mark Crowder and wife, Mary, of Salem; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A special thanks goes out to the medical staff at Lewis-Gale Medical Center, the staff at the Blue Ridge Cancer Center, and the Medi-Home Healthcare workers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A Graveside Service will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Wally Mayo officiating. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Crowder family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441. |
Mrs. Eleanor Mae Burwell, of Concord, Va., quietly and peacefully in a wisp breath departed this worldly life's journey on Sunday, August 29, 2010, in the presence and comfort of family. Sunrise for Eleanor was on April 18, 1919. She was the oldest of three children born to the late Isiah Richard Sr. and Mary Ward in Bedford County, Va. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted and loving husband, William Burwell Sr.; two siblings, Isiah Richard Ward Jr. and Ruth Ward Nixon; and a son-in-law, Paul L. Patterson Sr. Eleanor began her Christian journey at a young age and was baptized at Western Light Baptist Church in Bedford County, Va. There she was a faithful member until she and her family relocated to the city of Roanoke, Va. There she became an active and faithful member of Pilgrim Baptist Church and served as a member of the missionary circle, Sunday school teacher, and deaconess until her and her husband's declining health impelled them to relocate, near their oldest daughter, in Concord, Va. After relocating to Concord she became a honorary member of St. James CME Church. She leaves with loving memories to cherish her legacy and celebrate her ascent to the higher life, one devoted aunt, Otelia Wright, of Bedford; two loving daughters, Barbara Patterson, of Concord, Va., and Mary Lewis, of Bellflower, Calif.; two sons, William Burwell Jr., of Petersburg, Va., and John Burwell (Winsome), of Charlotte, N.C.; 15 grandchildren; 35 greatgrandchildren; 10 greatgreat-grandchildren; a special caretaker, Colotha Wilson; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be conducted at noon on Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Roanoke with the Rev. Dwight O. Steele Sr. officiating. Interment will be in the Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Her remains will lie-in-state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends at the residence of her daughter, Barbara Patterson. The cortege will assemble at the church. Condolences may be emailed to the family at comfuneral@aol.com Community Funeral Home directing. |
1938 - 2010, Elizabeth Hjorth Kirch died in Kailua, Hawaii, on Friday, August 20, 2010, after a long illness., Elizabeth "Beth" was born in Cook County, Illinois, on March 27, 1938, the daughter of the late John Thomas and Mary Bowen Hjorth of Honolulu, Hawaii, Charlottesville, Virginia, and Greenwich, Connecticut., She graduated from Greenwich Academy in Greenwich, Connecticut, and St. Anne's-Belfield School, formerly Saint Anne's School, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Beth attended R.P.I. in Richmond, Virginia, and later became a L.P.N. and worked as a volunteer for many years in Hawaii., Ms. Kirch is survived by a daughter, Amanda Doversola Lau in Park City, Utah; and a son, Stephen Douglas Doversola in Kailua, Hawaii; four grand-daughters, two great-great- granddaughters in Hawaii; a brother, Peter Bowen Hjorth in Parrish, Florida; several nieces, nephews and many cousins., Beth was predeceased by a brother, John Thomas Hjorth Jr. of Marina del Rey, California., A memorial service in Hawaii and in Virginia will be announced at a later date. |
Elsie Orfield Carr ABINGDON, Va. Mrs. Elsie Orfield Carr, age 95, a lifelong resident of Washington County, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at Grace Healthcare Center. She was born on Dec. 26, 1914, in Washington County, a daughter of the late James Thomas Orfield Sr. and Betty South Orfield. Mrs. Carr was a longtime member of the Trigg Street Church of God in Abingdon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Robert L. Carr; one brother, James Thomas Orfield; and one sister, Mary Hyler. Survivors include two sons, James Robert "JR" Carr and wife, Yvonne of Abingdon and Roy Eugene Carr and wife, Birdie of Winston-Salem, N.C.; two daughters, Martha "Tippy" Thomas and husband, Dewey of Kingsport, Tenn., and Mildred Inscore and husband, Bobby of Abingdon, whom Mrs. Carr had made her home with for the last eight years; 11 grandchildren; 17 great- grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; special friends, the family of the late Hazel Reed, Hazel Inman and her family and Nora Lee Gosa. The family wishes to express a special thanks to the staffs of Grace Healthcare Center and of Hospice of Southwest Virginia for the loving care that was shown to Mrs. Carr and her family. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, from the Knollkreg Memorial Park in Abingdon with Pastor Wayne Chant officiating. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 1:45 p.m. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Ellison Conrad, Dr. Bruce Higinbothom, Ted Sanders, Jack Whittaker and her grandsons, Bobby Carr, Gary Harvel, Ernie Thomas and Mike Carr. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday evening at the Frost Funeral Home Chapel. Friends may also visit anytime at the home of Mildred and Bobby Inscore, 517 Humes St., in Abingdon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Trigg Street Church of God, New Sanctuary Building Fund, 333 Trigg St., Abingdon, VA 24210, in her memory. A book of memories for Mrs. Carr is available at |
Emily Pannill, Yager Hall, Emily Pannill Yager Hall, 84, of Charlottesville, died on Sunday, August 29, 2010, at a local health care facility., She was born in Raccoon Ford, Virginia, on December 5, 1925, the daughter of the late William Spotswood and Blanche Gardner Pannill. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Hugh "Dick" C. Yager Sr. and Cecil Clayton Hall., Mrs. Hall was a long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church and was retired from Centel. She was an AVON sales representative for over 50 years and also had a great love of dancing and music. She taught piano and played in the Sunday services that she was instrumental in founding at the Woods Edge Community. She also was a member of the Charlottesville Women of the Moose # 1081., She is survived by her daughter, Dale Yager Breeden and her husband Rick; two sons, Hugh "Earl" Clarke Yager Jr. and his wife, Sandy, Claude "C.W." Yager and his wife, Gloria; one stepdaughter, Jolen Goodhart and her husband, Lawrence; two stepsons, Robert Hall and his wife, Patricia, Cecil Hall Jr, and his wife, Beverly; 14 grandchildren, Michelle Layman and her husband, T.D., Joshua Yager, Melissa Powell, Samantha Powell, Sarah Lamb, Beth Goodhart, Amy Hall, Jonathan DeVivi, Stephanie Hall, Susan Hall, Athena Hall, Chuck Glackin, Renea Trout, Amanda Hall; nine great-grandchildren, Camden Layman, Zachary Layman, Caleb Trout, Jordan Shaw, Isaac Trout, Elijah Trout, Gabriel Trout, Hannah Hall, Elia Hendrickson; and one great- - great-grandchild, Sayla Shaw., A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Roy Savai'inaea and the Reverend Robert Price officiating. Interment was private at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family would like to thank Melissa Powell for her loving care and compassion and the nurses on Unit 2 of the Charlottesville Health and Rehab, especially, Mary #1, Mary #2, Amber, Lisa, Jenny and Barbara. |
Emily "Betty" V. Hoffman, 86, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2010., A lifelong Newport News resident, she graduated from Newport News High School and Longwood College., As a member of Hidenwood Presbyterian Church, she was active in the church circle. Betty was also active in the garden club, bridge group and was an avid reader., Survivors include her husband, Ira Stokes Hoffman; a daughter, Elizabeth Hoffman Stanhagen and her husband, Eric; and a son, Paul Stokes Hoffman and his wife, Laura., Friends were welcomed to pay their respects from 10 until 8 p.m. Sunday, August 29, 2010, at Peninsula Funeral Home., A funeral service was conducted 1 p.m. Monday, August 30, 2010, at the Peninsula Funeral Home Chapel, with the burial immediately following at Peninsula Memorial Park., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Essie Grant Gillispie, 86, of Lynchburg, Va., died on Sunday, August 29, 2010. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. |
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She leaves to cherish her memory her loving children, Judith P. Drew (Randy) of Newport News, Va., Dennis J. Parker (Luella) of Palo Alto, Calif.; and Nabeehah (Jeanne) Parker (Khalil) of Philadelphia, Pa. |
Ethel Marie Clements Cooper, 87, of Martinsville, Va., passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2010. Arrangements by StanfieldMiller Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. |
FOOTE, Ms. Evelyn, of Richmond, departed this life August 31, 2010. The memorial service will be announced at a later date. |
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Aug 31, 2010 The funeral for Frances Marie Becker Walton, 74, of 838 Smith St., Martinsville, who died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Eric F. Hairston officiating. The family will receive friends at the church for a half-hour before the funeral Thursday and other times at the home of her daughter, Karen Martin, at 1045 Graves St., Martinsville. She was born Aug. 27, 1936, in Martinsville to Claude S. Becker Sr. and Ella Wingfield Becker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William T. Walton Sr. She retired from Tultex with 25 years of service. She was a member of Antioch Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, where she was in the senior choir and the Missionary Circle, was a Pastor's Aide, and was a Pilgrim Traveler. She was past president of the Culinary Ministry and was in the Transportation Ministry. Surviving are three daughters, Cynthia Walton, Millicent Walton and Karen Martin, all of Martinsville; two sons, William Walton Jr. and Jamel Walton, both of Martinsville; a sister, Veronica Manns of Martinsville; three brothers, Claude S. Becker Jr., Emanuel Becker and Christopher Becker, all of Martinsville; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
Frances Greco King, 71, of Chester, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010., Mrs. King was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Dorothy Babcock Greco, and was a member of the Women of the Moose., She is survived by two daughters, Thresa Maria King and companion, Darrell, and Lisa Harrison; a son, John F. King; three grandchildren, Amy Harrison, "Gabby" King, Cheyenne King; a sister, Betty Jo Williams of Hinton W.Va.; a brother, Frankie Greco of Beckley, W.Va.; a niece; and three nephews; many family members and friends; and her dog, Coco., A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son. Interment will be in West Virginia at a later date. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association, 2788 Hydraulic Road, Suite 4, Charlottesville, VA 27410, or to your favorite charity. Condolences may be registered with |
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Georgia Kilgore Lawson ST. PAUL, Va. Georgia Kilgore Lawson, 79, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at Hummingbird Retirement Villa, Lebanon, Va. She was born in St. Paul, daughter of the late John W. and Nancy Hayes Kilgore. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Lawson; four sisters, Nellie Kilgore, Alice Flannagan, Mae Hensley, and Belva Kilgore; one brother, Elbert Kilgore; and one great-nephew, Christopher McGlothlin. She is survived by her one sister, Emma Wiseman, St. Paul; special nephew, J.D. Cassell and wife, Janice of St. Paul; three nieces, Nancy Carol McGlothlin of St. Paul, Sheila Taylor of Kingsport, Tenn., and Christine Haynes and husband, Danny of Kingsport; one great-niece, Alana Cassell Broyles and husband, Scott of St. Paul; one great-nephew, Rick Taylor and wife, April of Kingsport; two great-great-nieces, Ashley Taylor and Brianna Taylor; two great-great- nephews, Ben Broyles and Jack Taylor; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services and interment for Georgia Kilgore Lawson will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, in Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood, Va., with Rev. Harry Layell officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Flowers will be accepted, but donations may be made to the charity of your choice. The family would like to give special thanks to Hummingbird Retirement Villa and the Russell County Medical Center Home Health and Hospice for the care and love shown to Georgia. Online condolences may be sent to the Lawson family through our Web site at |
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Lettie L. Glowatsky CHESAPEAKE - Louise, 70, also known to many as Miss G., passed away Aug. 26, 2010 at her home surrounded by ..... |
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Barbara A. Grande VIRGINIA BEACH - Barbara A. Grande, 71, went home to be with the Lord suddenly Aug. 28, 2010 in New York ..... |
Gregory Allen Craighead, 55, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Roanoke Chapel. |
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Kenneth Stanley Harris FAIRFAX STATION - Kenneth Stanley Harris, 66, passed away Aug. 27, 2010 at his residence. Born April 12, 1944, he was ..... |
Harry J. Scott LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. Harry J. Scott, 81, formerly of Marion, VA., passed from this life on Aug. 26, 2010, at Bay Pines VA Medical Center, FLA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Nell Scott; and his only brother, Paul Jr. He is survived by his wife, Gail K. Scott; three children, Jeff (Anne) Scott of Scottsville, Va., and Amy (Leon) Hassenpflug and David Scott, both of Lynchburg, Va.;two granddaughters, Rachel Hassenpflug of Norfolk, Va., and Maddy Hassenpflug of Lynchburg; and special friends, John and Joy Jones of North Fort Myers, Fla., and Shalbea Colby of Lehigh Acres. Mr. Scott served his country in both the U.S. Army and Air Force during, and Korea where he fought in the battle of the Chosin Reservoir. He was a member of the Chosin Few Association, |
Henry Preston Caldwell Jr., 63, of Narrows, Va., passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Ruth Caldwell, of Craig County. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Fran Caldwell; daughter, Tricia Jenkins, of Christiansburg, Va.; son, Preston Caldwell III, of Christiansburg, Va.; son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Angie Caldwell, of Christiansburg, Va.; stepson, Duane Rakes, of Booneville, Miss.; sister and brother-inlaw, Judith and George Ayers, of Craig County; sisters-inlaw, Belle Warner, of Narrows, Va., and Lucille Pruitt, of Narrows, Va.; brother-in-law, Mickey Suratt, of Fincastle, Va.; special nieces, little Belle, of Narrows, Va., and Bina Neal, of Narrows, Va.; grandchildren, Caedmon, Petra, Liviya Caldwell, and Nathan Jenkins, of Christiansburg, Va.; step granddaughter, Shanna Rakes, of Narrows, Va.; aunt, Margaret Estes, of Salem, Va.; and a multitude of nieces, nephews and family whom he loved. Funeral arrangements will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Gravel Hill Church, New Castle. Interment will follow at the Caldwell Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Gravel Hill Church. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, 540-864-5142. |
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David C. Holloway NORFOLK - David C. Holloway, 51, passed away Aug. 26, 2010 at Sentara Leigh Hospital after an extended illness. He was ..... |
Dr. Howard B. Watkins Dr. Howard B. Watkins, died peacefully, at home surrounded by family, Saturday, August 28, 2010., Howard was born on July 9, 1923, in Floyd County, Virginia, to James Robert and Pearl Shortt Watkins. He was the fifth of seven children, all of whom predeceased him., Howard and Jerry moved to Charlottesville in 1953 to begin his dental practice. He served the Charlottesville community for over 30 years., In addition to his wife of 58 years, Howard is survived by their four children, Robert, Ann, Judy and Scott; his daughter in-law, Caroline; four precious grandchildren, Ellie, Will Sarah and Lillian; nieces, nephews and his beloved dog, Luke., He is remembered and loved by many caring friends and neighbors., Howard was a man of many interests and a true patriot as a member of the Greatest Generation. He enjoyed the outdoors and traveled to Switzerland, Africa and the Tetons to climb with friends and family. He enjoyed his daily "dog walk" for many years with the dog walk gang through the trails on Observatory Mountain. He loved Virginia and Floyd County, traveling there frequently to visit the family farm. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home. Interment will be private., The family would like to thank the University of Virginia Medical Center staff, the Colonnades, Americare Plus and Hospice of the Piedmont for their care and support during this time., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Meals on Wheels or the charity of your choice. |
Hugh Bradley Dornan, 39, took flight from this life on Friday, June 18, 2010, at his home in Darwin, California. A beloved teacher and student of Classics at the University of Virginia, Hugh possessed a great passion for life, was loved by many, and will be deeply missed. A memorial celebration in honor of Hugh's life will be held at 239 Stribling Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903 on Hugh's 40th birthday, Thursday, September 9, 2010. RSVP at 434-284-3208, hbdmemorial@gmail.com, or via the Hugh Dornan Memorial Celebration Facebook page. |
Inge F. Asbury LEBANON, Va. Inge F. Asbury, age 70, died Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, at the home of her daughter, Karin Asbury of Hinesville, Ga., with whom she made her home for the past eight months. Born June 12, 1940, in Gerlzofen, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Emil and Maria Keller Wagner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Albert C. Asbury, who died and was cremated in 2001; one brother, Verner Wagner; and one sister, Anna Wagner. Survivors include two daughters, Karin Asbury and husband, George of Hinesville, and Carolyn Sue Boardwine and husband, Mike of Lebanon; two sons, Jimmy Asbury and wife, Rhonda of Emory, Va., and David Asbury of Richlands, Va.; two sisters, Elisabeth Behrens and Hildegard Simmons; one brother, Otmar Wagner, all of Germany; 10 grandchildren; three great- grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Mr. and Mrs. Asbury will be reunited and laid to rest together by the joining of their ashes for the visitation and interment. Military graveside rites for Mr. Asbury will be conducted by members of, Post No. 9864 of Lebanon. The families of Inge and Albert Asbury will receive friends at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, Va., from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010. Online condolences may be sent to the family at |
John Edmond Glasgow John Edmond Glasgow, 57, of Huddleston died Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at Bedford Memorial Hospital. Born in Danville, VA on December 1, 1952 a son of the late Jack Lee Glasgow, Sr. and Catherine Ann Sargent Glasgow. John served his country in the United States Army. He loved music, boating, sailing, spending time on Smith Mountain Lake and hanging out with all of his musical friends. He was a retail manager for Big Lots of Lynchburg. He is survived by his loving wife, B. Carter Jones Glasgow; a daughter, Catherine Ann Goza and her husband, Ricky of Leland, NC; two nephews, John Sargent Glasgow of Raleigh, NC and David Wyatt Glasgow of Holly Springs, NC; one brother, Jack Lee Glasgow, Jr. and his wife, Frances of Danville, VA; two granddaughters, Ella Kay Goza and McKenzie Rene Goza; also his beloved pets, Blu, Kate, Beamer, Frididdley and TeeGee. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to, The American Cancer Society , 2316 Atherholt Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24501, or The Bedford Humane Society, PO Box 1293, Bedford, VA 24523. A memorial service will be held at 7:00PM on Friday, September 3, 2010 at Mariners Landing Blackwater Room located in Huddleston, VA at Smith Mountain Lake. The family will receive friends following the service until 9:00 PM. To send condolences online please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, VA (540)-586-3443. |
HARRIS, Joyce Sweet, 80, of Richmond, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, August 28, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Welford L. Harris; she was very proud of her three sons, Lee (Jane), Brad (Holly), and Tim (Molly); brother, Richard Sweet; and sister, Gladys Eubank. She also dearly loved all of her 12 grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted Tuesday, August 31, 1 p.m. at Crestwood Presbyterian Church, East Campus, 6627 Jahnke Rd., Richmond, Va. 23225. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Friends of Barnabas Foundation, P.O. Box 4084, Midlothian, Va. 23112. Arrangements by the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St. |
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with Pastor Ken Cramer officiating. |
Jack D. Watson BRISTOL, Tenn. Jack D. Watson, 79, went to his Heavenly home on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, in Bristol Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Mr Watson was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine Bolling Watson; and son, Joel Watson. He was the son of the late Grady and Maye Jones Watson. Mr Watson was a, veteran of the, . He was past commander of |
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Delmer W. Jackson PORTSMOUTH - Delmer Wayne Jackson, 69, of Prospect Parkway, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010 in his residence. A native of Bell ..... |
JOHNSON, James Arthur Sr., of Richmond, departed this life August 28, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. |
In Loving Memory of James Rodney HOLLAND, Rod, this is your second birthday you are spending with our Lord and we know you are happy and pain free. We love you and miss you so much, but knowing you are next to God makes it easier to handle., All Our Love,, Darhlene, Dwight,, Susan and Hamid |
BABB, Jeanette Adams, 73, of Midlothian, died August 28, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleo and Vonnie Adams. Survivors include her husband, James H. Babb; her children, Stephanie and Ron Marinelli of Ellicott City, Md., and Laura and Ken Lemonds of Greensboro, N.C.; three grandchildren, Nicholas Marinelli, Matthew Marinelli and Sarah Lemonds; and one brother, Randy Adams of Hoover, Ala. Her remains rest at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today), and where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. The family would like to thank the staff and members of Huguenot Road Baptist Church for their kind and caring support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Huguenot Road Baptist Church. Online condolences to woodyfuneralhomehuguenot.com. |
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Aug 31, 2010 SALTVILLE — Joe M. "Pete" Sword, 95, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at Francis Marion Manor in Marion. He was born June 8, 1915, in Russell County to Marcell and Celia Hayes Sword. He retired from Olin Corp. and H.S. Williams Co., and he was a brick mason who worked on the high school, town hall and T.K. McKee Hospital in Saltville. Surviving are two sons, James "Cheeta" Sword of Saltville and Bill Sword of Marion; three daughters, Lois Nutter of Cleveland, Tenn., Jackie Moore of Martinsville and Judy Plummer of Lebanon, Tenn.; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. today at the D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Revs. Kenny Gilbert and James Gentry officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. until time for the service today. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mount Rose Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Calvary Bible Church, P.O. Box 851, Saltville, Va., 24370, or to the Francis Marion Manor Activity Department, P.O. Box 880, Marion, Va. 24354. |
Joe M."Pete" Sword SALTVILLE, Va. Joe M. "Pete" Sword, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at Francis Marion Manor in Marion, Va. Mr. Sword was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Lora Clapp Sword. He was born in Russell County, Va., on June 8, 1915, to Marcell and Celia Hayes Sword. He was the last surviving member of the his family. Pete was a retired employee of the Olin Corporation and H.S. Willams Company as well as a brick mason having contributed to the work at the high school, town hall and T.K. McKee hospital in Saltville. Survivors: his two sons, James "Cheeta" Sword, his special care giver of Saltville, Bill Sword (Peggy) of Marion; three daughters, Lois Nutter (Malcolm) of Cleveland, Tenn., Jackie Moore (Morris) of Martinsville, Va., Judy Plummer (Ford) of Lebanon, Tenn.; eight grandchildren, Mark Sword, Kim Moore Myers, Suzanne Moore Ginter, David Moore, Debbie Nutter Beshears, Jeff Nutter, Bryan Sword, Greg Sword; 12 great- grandchildren; four step- grandchildren; five great- great-grandchildren; a host of friends; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, in the D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with Rev. Kenny Gilbert and Rev. James Gentry officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Mount Rose Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Calvary Bible Church P.O. Box 851, Saltville, VA 24370; or to the Francis Marion Manor Activity Department, P.O. Box 880, Marion, VA 24354. Online condolences may be made to |
John A. Beyrau John A. Beyrau, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, departed this life at The Summit Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lynchburg on Aug. 28, 2010. He joins now the love of his life - his wife Ellen, who died in 2002 just a few months after their 60th wedding anniversary. Together they raised seven children - six girls and a boy! He is the patriarch of a family that has grown to 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren (and counting) in occupations that include medicine, education, ministry, engineering and law - the legacy of their love and faith. Mr. Beyrau was born in Syracuse, N.Y. and raised during the Depression in a family short on money but long on hope and prayers. His brother and lone sibling, Leonard, preceded him in death. Mr. Beyrau attended Syracuse University and served in the Army, in the Pacific, during World War II. He worked for Aerofin Corp. and moved with his family to Lynchburg when the company relocated in 1966. He retired from Aerofin as a corporate vice president in 1984. In later years, he was devoted to the care of his wife, who lived with Alzheimer's for the last 15 years of her life. Mr. Beyrau was an avid golfer and a longtime member of Colonial Hills Golf Club in Forest. He also enjoyed horse racing, playing cards and bowling, and appreciated a well-made martini. His family delighted in his signature sense of humor that he kept until the end. Faith and family defined him. A long-time member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, he made sure his family went to Mass on Sundays and instilled in his children a commitment to God and each other. He provided for his family's needs and paid his own way in life. In later years, especially, he liked nothing better than to take as many family members as possible to dinner, sit at the head of the table and raise his glass to all who were there. Mr. Beyrau is survived by his children, Sister Patricia Beyrau of Chepnyal, Kenya; Mrs. Marbeth (Carl) Mielnicki of Fort Myers, Fla.; Mrs. Mary (John) Schalk and Anne Miller of Syracuse, N.Y.; Mrs. Jackie (David) Hofmann and Mrs. Caroline (Cliff) Glickman of Lynchburg; and his only son, John Beyrau and his wife Kathleen of Indianapolis, Ind.; and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff of The Summit Town Square, and especially William Robinson and Wanda Romero, for their continued attentive and tender care. The family will receive friends from 7-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church by the Father Richard Mooney. Interment will follow in Virginia Memorial Park, Forest with military honors presented by American Legion Post 16. A reception will be held at St. Thomas More following the burial. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association . To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel is serving the family. |
John Stanley Lopinsky, age 91, of Colonial Heights, Va., passed away on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010., He was born in Cranberry, W.Va., the son of the late Stanislaus and Victoria Karandyszewski Lopinsky. Mr. Lopinsky was also preceded in death by his wife, Flo, and son, Stanley. He was a U.S., veteran, serving during, with the 12th Signal Platoon at Hickam Field, Hawaii; with the 484th Bomber Squadron stationed in Italy. Mr. Lopinsky was a member of, Post 622, and a lifetime member of the Pearl Harbors Survivors Association, of which he served locally as a past officer. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Petersburg. He was an avid sports fan — enjoying all sports, especially baseball. Mr. Lopinsky was retired from civil service, ending his career as a commissary specialist at Fort Lee., He is survived by his loving daughter, Norma J. Lonnemann and husband, Richard, of Dinwiddie, Va.; grandsons, Matthew R. and wife, Kellie, Mark A., and John B. and wife, Cameron; great-grandchildren, Rylee, Paige and Noah Lonnemann; and multiple loving nieces, nephews and extended family members., A Christian wake service will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, followed by visitation until 8 p.m. A Mass of the Resurrection will follow at the church at 11 a.m. on Friday, with interment afterwards in St. Joseph Cemetery, Petersburg. Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be made on Mr. Lopinsky's behalf to St. Joseph Catholic School, 123 Franklin St., Petersburg, VA 23803. Condolences to the family may be registered at |
Wood II, Joseph Miller Wood II, 83, of Charlottesville, died at his home, Saturday August 28, 2010., He was born August 16, 1927, in Charlottesville, the son of late Margaret Johns Wood and David J. Wood., He practiced at the law firm, Wood, Wood & Wood with his father and brother until he retired. He was a member of Farmington Country Club and Red Land Club., He served on the Board of the Miller Center, Miller School, UVA Alumni Association, and Salvation Army and also served on the Vestry at St. Paul's Church, Ivy., He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Elizabeth Wood; his brother, David J. Wood Jr.; his three children, Betsy and her husband, Sandy Stuart, of Charlottesville, Mary Minor and her husband, Peter Henderson, of Crozet, and Whitney Wood of Charlottesville; and six grandchildren, Anne Colston Stuart Carr, Jeb Stuart, Will Henderson, Carter Henderson, Whitney Henderson and Peter Henderson., He loved participating in golf, tennis, squash and croquet. He never passed up a chance to play bridge and gin rummy with his friends. Joe had a great sense of humor and he was always ready to share the latest joke with you. Many cherished his friendship and generosity and his love and devotion for his family was immeasurable., Services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at St. Paul's Church, Ivy., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's Church, P.O. Box 37, Ivy, VA 22945 and SPCA, P.O. Box 7047, Charlottesville, VA 22901. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Joyce J. Hobbs, of Newport News, passed away Aug. 29, 2010. |
JOHNSON - Korey Larry "Happy 31st Birthday" Mama miss you so much and you will always be on my mind and in my heart all the time. Love Mama, Sons & Family |
Louise Stinson Hall Virginia Louise Stinson Hall, 92, of Appomattox, died Saturday, August 28, 2010. She was the wife of Charles William Hall. Born in Buckingham County, on August 11, 1918, she was a daughter of John Benjamin and Virgie Bryant Stinson. She was a lifetime member of Red Oak Baptist Church and retired seamstress with Courtland Manufacturing. She is survived by a daughter, Ruby Hall Page of Appomattox; a foster daughter, Linda Glass and husband, Preston of Altavista; foster niece, Mary Zimmerman of Waynesboro; sister-in-law, Beatrice Hall of Chesapeake; four grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; nine great-great children. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Thomas Lewis Page. Funeral service 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 at Robinson Funeral Home by the Rev. Tom Barker with burial following in the Red Oak Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Robinson Funeral Home today (Tuesday) from 7-8:30 p.m. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family and an online condolence may be sent at www.robinsonfuneral.com |
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Elizabeth M. Lindsay CURRITUCK - Elizabeth Marshall Lindsay, 87, of Bell's Island, Currituck, N.C., died Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at Our Lady of Perpetual ..... |
CARGILE, Louis Laymon "Buddy" Jr., of Mechanicsville, born in Natchez, Miss. on July 6, 1927, the son of the late Louis L. Cargile Sr. and Gladys McCrea Cargile, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Lydia Ann McKay Cargile, and is survived by one brother-in-law, two nephews, one niece, several great-nieces, and many devoted friends whose love and support were greatly appreciated by him. Buddy attended LSU before enlisting in the Marine Corps serving as a cryptographer under the Chief of Naval Operations during the occupation of Japan, China and Guam. He was recalled into service for the Korean War to help rebuild the 2nd Marine Division. Upon leaving the Marines, he went to work for Government Intelligence in Washington, D.C. leaving in 1958 to work at the Reynolds Metals Corp H.Q. in Richmond, retiring in 1985 after 27 years of service. A Mason for 60 years, he belonged to the Concordia #305 F&A.M. in Vadalia, La.; Washington Henry #344 A.F.&A.M.; Manchester Royal Arch #48, and in 1974 was Worshipful Master of Hellinic #249 A.F.&A.M. which was later absorbed into Metropolitan #11. He was also a life member of the Mechanicsville VFW Post 9808. The family will receive friends at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at Riverview Cemetery with the Reverend Mark D. Miller officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23058. |
Louise B. Harbour |
Aug 31, 2010 Louise Brooks Harbour, 83, of 1745 Gap Road, Chatham, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at her home. She was the widow of Andrew Wesley Harbour. Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Louise Brooks Harbour, 83, of Chatham, Va., died on Monday, August 30, 2010. Services will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2010, in the chapel of Roselawn Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. |
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Aug 31, 2010 Louvenia Moxley Wilson, 89, formerly of Axton, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Lura Pauline Campbell, 83, of Bloomingdale, Ga., and formerly of Peterstown, W.Va., passed away Monday, August 30, 2010. Arrangements by BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va., 304-753-4325. |
Lyndia Lu Dove Leonard BRISTOL, Tenn. Lyndia Lu Dove Leonard, age 66, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born Oct. 9, 1943, in Gray, Tenn., a daughter of the late Lester and Melissa Harwood Dove. She was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and was a graduate of Blountville High School Class of 1962. Lyndia was a member of Bethel View Baptist Church and the Joyful Lights Sunday School Class. Survivors include: loving husband of 47 years, Rex Leonard; daughter, Michele Cook; sons, Mike Leonard and wife Jennifer, Travis Leonard and fianc‚e Wendy Hobbs; grandchildren, Justin Cook and girlfriend, Crystal Walker, Seth Leonard, William Leonard, Griffin Leonard and Katie Leonard; sisters, Mary Folkner and husband John, JoAnn Landen and husband Warren, Martha Kelly and husband Charles; brothers, Charlie Dove and wife Linda, Earl Dove, Gary Dove and wife Debbie, Jack Dove and wife Vickie; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Andy Wood officiating. The burial will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Alan Keene, Carl Durham, Ed Moody, Jack Bennett, Charles Eades and Jerry Barlow. The family will receive friends from 6-7:45 p.m. prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered at |
Marjorie Hughes Evans Marjorie Susan Hughes Evans, 93, of Lynchburg, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2010, at The Summitt. She was the wife of the late Otis Ray Evans. Born in Rockingham County, N.C., on October 14, 1916, she was a daughter of the late John Tunstall Hughes and Nannie Sue Dix Hughes. Mrs. Evans was a member of Thomas Terrace Baptist Church, the Senior Saints of Thomas Terrace Baptist, and the Senior Citizens of Campbell County. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra Sue Evans Tate of Lynchburg and Donna Handy and husband, Coy; a son, Ronald Ray Evans and wife, Shelby all of Ruffin, N. C.; four grandchildren, Randall, Scott, Jennifer, and Brandi; seven great grandchildren, Rodney Jr., David, Jonathan, Trent, Cassie, Amanda, and Levi, and one great-great granddaughter, Alexis. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Roger, Charles, Rudy, and Richard Hughes; two sisters, Virginia Hendricks and Marion Giles; and a grandson, Rodney Sr. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 1, 2010, in Thomas Terrace Baptist Church by the Rev. Mark Grooms. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Graveside services will be held 3:00 p.m., Thursday, in Mayfield Missionary Baptist Cemetery, Mayfield, N.C. The family will receive friends in Mayfield Missionary Baptist Church one hour prior to the service. The family wishes to express their appreciation to The Summitt Town Square nursing staff and Centra Hospice. Those wishing to make memorials please consider Thomas Terrace Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 965, Concord, VA 24538. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family and an online condolence may be sent at www.robinsonfuneral.com. |
Michael H. Turpin Michael Houston Turpin passed into Eternal Life on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 in Chesterfield, Virginia. Michael was born in Lynchburg, Virginia January 4, 1951; graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, and attended Virginia State University, Petersburg, Virginia. Michael was one of four children born to the late Rachel and John Turpin. He is remembered by his sons, Michael and John (Chely), his brothers John(Blanca) and Kyle; his sister Carmen (Richard); cousins Pete Sorrell (Jeannette), Phyllis Ranson, Keith and Kenneth Lytle; nieces Lisa DesBoine-Murray (Darryl), Xiomara and Bumi Turpin, two grandchildren, several nephews, and countless friends. Michael touched the lives of many people with his smile, wit, wisdom and generosity. He maintained his sense of humor to the end. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 3, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Bliley's Funeral Home, 3801 Augusta Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations are sent to the American Heart Association . |
Mildred Worsham Borselli McDaniel Mildred Worsham Borselli McDaniel, 90, of Lynchburg, VA, died Sunday, August 29, 2010. Mrs. McDaniel was born Wednesday, June 9, 1920 in Pittsylvania County, VA, a daughter of the late Samuel Essex Worsham and Gertrude Hamlet Worsham. Mildred graduated from E.C. Glass High School. She went to work for C&P Telephone Co. in Lynchburg where she worked for 15 years as switchboard operator. She met 2nd Lieutenant Nicholas Arthur Borselli and they were married in December 1942 and divorced in 1945. Two years later she met her true love, the late William Pribble McDaniel Jr. They were married on March 9, 1951. She was a member of Chestnut Hill Baptist Church on Fort Avenue. She leaves to cherish her memory three children, Jacqueline Borselli Keesee, Paul Keith McDaniel (Sherry) and Joan McDaniel Richards (Rick); seven grandchildren, Jason McDaniel, Briana McDaniel and Whitney McDaniel DeLong (Shane), Christy, Cory and Adam Richards, and Heather Keesee; three great grandchildren, Reagan and Aiden McDaniel and Arianna DeLong; and two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Ruth Hughes and Mrs. Linda Burford. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A celebration of Mildred's life will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 2, 2010 in the chapel of Tharp Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be sent to Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, 5225 Fort Avenue, 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.tharpfuneralhome.com. |
GARY, Magnolia Turner Nov. 28, 1928 - Aug. 28, 2009 Quietly we sit in silence, remembering you in our hearts. Each memory of you a treasure we hold near and dear to our hearts, now that we're apart. Our times are filled with longing to hear your voice, to feel your gentle touch, to see your smiling face and have you here with us, even if just for a little while longer. Forever in our hearts Love, Stephen Jr., Nicole, LaVondrea, Joshua and John |
HOBSON, Margie Parker, 90, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2010. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Allard Douglas Hobson. She is survived by a daughter, Lynn Hobson Sutton; son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Carol Hobson; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Brenda Parker; grandchildren, Bryan Sutton, Kasey Sutton and Cary Stuart Hobson. Margie was very active in the community including positions with McGuire Women's Club, McGuire Garden Club, Southminster Presbyterian Church (72 years), including serving on the Chancel Committee, McGuire Civic Association, and a life member of the Manchester Rescue Squad, where she served as dispatcher. The family will receive friends 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). A funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday at Southminster Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Manchester Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 198, Chesterfield, Va. 23832, or Southminster Presbyterian Church, 7500 Hull Street Rd., Richmond, Va. 23235. |
Mary Ann Colvin, 54, of Barboursville, went to be with her Lord surrounded by family on Sunday, August 22, 2010, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville., She was born on July 8, 1956, in Charlottesville, a daughter of the late Chester Linwood Colvin and Leslie Marie Keyseeah Colvin., Ms. Colvin is survived by her companion of 22 years, Melvin Frye of Barboursville; one daughter, Megan Colvin of Barboursville; a grandchild, Ky'mani Dinkins of Barboursville; three sisters, Brenda Roebuck and her husband, Harry, of Radiant, Rita Arrington and and her husband, Calvin, of Orange, Carolyn Wells and her husband, Errick, of Gordonsville; four Godchildren, Taleah Blakey, Tienesha Colvin and Derrick Colvin, all of Orange and Anthony Paige of Barboursville; three guardian angels, Beatrice Timberlake, Crystal Blue and Debra Bryant; Mary Ann's co-workers and friends at Humagen were her second family. She was loved and will be missed by all and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Gordonsville with interment at Holly Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Charlottesville. The Reverend Robert Anthony will officiate., The family will receive friends from 11 until 12 p.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. |
Mrs. Mary Louise Harmon, of 2307 N. Whitehill Drive, Petersburg, departed this life Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at the Southside Regional Medical Center., She was born in Amelia County to Mary Hanna Fells Williams and the late Willie B. Williams. Mrs. Harmon was a member of the Marmora Baptist Church and worked as a homemaker for many years until her health declined., She was preceded in death by her husband, David Harmon Jr; and two grandsons, Harold Moore and Shaun Moore., Besides her mother, Mary leaves cherished memories to: two daughters, Sharon Moore (Harold) of Petersburg and Carolyn Wiggins (Flint) of Eufaula, Ala.; two sons, David Harmon III (Kathy) of Bowie, Md., and Devonta' Harmon (Crystal) of Texas; one goddaughter, Antionette Murr; and one godson, Willie C. Harmon; five grandchildren, Octivia Moore, Kandra Wiggins (Marc), Flint Wiggins, Natalia Angus and Marcus Harris; 12 great-grandchildren; six brothers, John Fells, James Williams, Leon Williams, Arthur Fells, Franklin Williams and Milton Williams, all of Petersburg; two sisters, Gertrude Moore of Hopewell and Catherine Mitchell of Petersburg; one aunt, Emma Fells; three sisters-in-law, Shirley Williams of Petersburg, Addie Stokes and Leslie Ivory, both of Florida; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 2,d at the Fort Lee Memorial Chapel, Fort Lee. The interment will be in the Southlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the Chapel of the William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, from 7 to 8 Wednesday evening. The family may be contacted by calling (804) 469-1124 or (804) 835-4745., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
Mary Louise Clark French, 89, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully on Monday, August 30, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buford A. French; and son, Buford Allen French Jr. She was the last surviving member of the 10 siblings in the Clark family. Survivors include a daughter, Allena Wesley, of Landover, Md.; a son, Michael French Sr., of Roanoke; a granddaughter, Cheryl Bolder, of Suitland, Md.; four grandsons, Marc Wesley, of Landover, Md., Buford French III and Michael French Jr., both of Roanoke, and William Kent Smith Jr., of Atlanta, Ga.; four greatgrands, Jazzmine Wesley, Quadaja N. Manns, Jordan Bolder and Tania Hunter; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at noon on Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Jerusalem Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd W. Gregory Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Friends may call on Wednesday afternoon, September 1, 2010, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
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EVANS - MAUD L. Happy 69th Birthday. You are Missed. Love, Your Family |
ALBRECHTA, Nicholas Joseph, 30, of Beaverdam, passed away Friday, August 27, 2010. He is survived by his brother, Hunter Albrechta; his fianc‚e, Toya Nailer; his children, Destiny, Nicholas Jr. and Christian Albrechta; his parents, Mark and Kathleen Albrechta; his grandparents, Thomas and Susan Albrechta, and Jake and Jean Crawford. He is also survived by many other loving family members and friends. Nicholas spent many years working with his father in their concrete business, Albrechta and Associates Concrete. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, where memorial services will be held immediately following the visitation at 7 pm. Interment private. |
WILLIAMSBURG - Nelson Alexander Lewis Jr., 50, a resident of the Williamsburg area for over 10 years, went home to his Heavenly Father on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010. |
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Brenda Joy Novak VIRGINIA BEACH - Brenda Joy Novak (nee Fairfull), 52, died Aug. 28, 2010. Brenda was retired from the U.S. Navy and ..... |
Ona Susan Pauley Ayers, 87, of Botetourt County, Va., passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, Daleville, Va., 540-992-1212. |
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Lena M. Overton PORTSMOUTH - Services for Lena Marie Overton will be held at 1 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. ..... |
GREEN, Peggy L. Happy 62nd Birthday! We love and miss you. Love, Marie, Pete & Walter |
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Percy R. Phillips MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. - Percy R. Phillip, 77, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010. He was a native of Portsmouth and was ..... |
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Frank M. Podbevsek NORFOLK - Frank "Mike" Podbevsek died Aug. 30, 2010 in Bon Secours Hospital. Mike was born in Cleveland, Ohio on Sept. ..... |
Ralph Monroe Bowyer Ralph Monroe Bowyer, 85, of Lynchburg, went to be with the Lord Sunday, August 29, 2010. He is preceded in death by his wife, Daphine Ratcliffe Bowyer of 60 years, a son Gary Bowyer, a brother Albert Vernon Bowyer, and a sister Louise Bowyer. Born October 21, 1924, he is the son of the late Albert and Bertha Bowyer of Bedford County. He was retired from Pargas of Lynchburg. He served in the Air Commandos during World War II in the Pacific arena. Several days prior to passing he assured his family of his salvation through his savior "Jesus Christ." He is survived by his son Danny A. Bowyer and wife, Pat who recently moved to Lynchurg to spend time together with him, three grandchildren, Shane Bowyer of Amarillo, Texas, Robbie Bowyer of Altavista, Linda Jefferson of Hurt, six great children, and daughter-in-law Rachel Bowyer along her fianc‚, Cecil Roakes, sister Nettie Bowyer Ward of Salem, two brothers Earl Bowyer of Roanoke, Marvin Bowyer of Boonesmill, along with a number of nieces and nephews. To his many friends who helped and encourage him through his battle with cancer, Helene Sanders, Bob and Sue Hahn, Dr. Headley, Dr. Vanderwater, nursing staff at Centra Health and the Summit, Dot Davis, Helen Inge, and many friends at Runk and Pratt Residental Care at Leesville Road, we thank you for every part each of you have been in his life. The family will receive friends Wednesday, September 1, 2010 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A graveside service will be conducted in Montevale Presbyterian Church Cemetery on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Latta B. Terry officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 4212, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. |
Ralph Monroe Bowyer, 85, of Lynchburg, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2010. He is preceded in death by his wife, Daphine Ratcliffe Bowyer, of 60 years; a son, Gary Bowyer; a brother, Albert Vernon Bowyer; and a sister, Louise Bowyer. Born on October 21, 1924, he is the son of the late Albert and Bertha Bowyer of Bedford County. He was retired from Pargas of Lynchburg. He served in the Air Commandos during, in the Pacific arena. Several days prior to passing he assured his family of his salvation through his savior "Jesus Christ." He is survived by his son, Danny A. Bowyer and wife, Pat, who recently moved to Lynchburg to spend time together with him; three grandchildren, Shane Bowyer, of Amarillo, Texas, Robbie Bowyer, of Altavista, and Linda Jefferson, of Hurt; six great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Rachel Bowyer along her fiance, Cecil Roakes; sister, Nettie Bowyer Ward, of Salem; two brothers, Earl Bowyer, of Roanoke, and Marvin Bowyer, of Boones Mill; along with a number of nieces and nephews. To his many friends who helped and encourage him through his battle with cancer, Helene Sanders, Bob and Sue Hahn, Dr. Headley, Dr. Vanderwater, nursing staff at Centra Health and the Summit, Dot Davis, Helen Inge, and many friends at Runk and Pratt Residential Care at Leesville Road, we thank you for every part each of you have been in his life., The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A graveside service will be conducted 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2010, in Montevale Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Latta B. Terry officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 4212, Lynchburg, Va. 24502. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
Mrs. Regis M. Clements, of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Bluefield, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 26, 2010, following a short illness. She was born in Bristol, Va., where she attended school in the public school system. She attended Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. She was a retired switch board operator at Bluefield Regional Medical Center, and was a foster grandparent. She was a current member of Morning Star Baptist Church in Roanoke, Va., and a long standing member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Bluefield W.Va. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Clements; mother, Ruby L. Madison Baker; her father, Douglas Earl Madison; and her granddaughter, Nichoe Lachelle Simmons. Survivors include three daughters, Andra Amaker and Thomasteen (Tina) Bradshaw, both of Bluefield, W.Va., and Daynora (Lynn) ClementsCaul, of Durham, N.C.; one son/nephew, Gary C. Ridley (Deborah); six grandchildren; Reginal Simmons, Tyjuan Simmons, Donald Amaker, Semada Clements, Aleshia Jones and Carrington Caul; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a host of nephews, nieces, and adopted family members. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Morning Star Baptist Church with the Rev. Lee Lewis officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
The family would like to thank Dr. Paschold and Helen of Heartland Hospice, for their excellent care. |
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Aug 31, 2010 The funeral for Richard Lee Wyatt, 57, of 614 E. Church St., Martinsville, who died Aug. 27, 2010, was held Monday at Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway with Pastor Carson Williams officiating. Burial was in Mountain View Cemetery in Ridgeway. Pallbearers were Brandon East, Tran Barlow, Bobby East Jr., William Wingfield, Smokey East and Gary Martin. |
Richard Lee Alcorn, 67, of Vinton, Va., went to be with his Lord on Sunday morning, August 29, 2010. Richard was a retired supervisor from Double Envelope with 35 years of service. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and listening to the rain coming down. He was an antique car enthusiast and loved going to car shows. He enjoyed working in his garden and loved being with his family and friends. Richard was preceded in death by parents, Walter and Elsie Alcorn; brothers, Herbert and Leonard Alcorn; sisters, Beatrice Alcorn and Irene Jordan; and his beloved dog, Copper. Survivors are his devoted and loving wife of 35 years, Rebecca "Lynn" Weeks Alcorn; daughter, Angie L. Cull and husband, Bryan, of Vinton; son, Lee Alcorn II and fiancée, Nicole Gray, of Vinton; granddaughter, Morgan Cull; and a granddaughter to be born in January; grandson, Brendan Link; brothers, Carlton Alcorn and wife, June, of Moneta, and Clifton Alcorn, of Roanoke; sister, Zettie M. Alcorn, of Roanoke; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services will be conducted at noon on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Art Good and Pastor David Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Alcorn Family Cemetery, Roanoke County. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
Robert "Bobby" Edgar Morris Jr., 64, of Fork Union, died on Friday, August 27, 2010, at McGuire Veteran's Hospital in Richmond, after a long battle with cancer., He was born on October 1, 1945, in Zions Crossroads, a son of Helen (Davis) Morris Pleasants the late Robert Edgar Morris Sr., In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara J. Thomas., In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife, Pamela L. Morris of Fork Union; two daughters, Patricia L. Morris of Fork Union and Nicole E. Morris of Palmyra; two sons, Robert E. Morris III of Fork Union, and Jeff Harris and his wife, Pam, of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina; four grandchildren, Jayden Anderson, Scarlett Harris, and Marcos and Manuel Perez; three sisters, Shirley M. Bryant and her husband, Forrest, of Troy, Rebecca M. Harris and her husband, Ervin, of Troy, and Lisa M. Sprouse and her husband, Steve, of Kents Store; a brother, Ronnie Lee Morris, of Troy; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews and friends., A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at Zion United Methodist Church at 1674 Zion Road in Troy by the Reverend Mike Plasters. Burial will follow at Bybee Road Baptist Church Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Zion United Methodist Church., Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville is handling the arrangements. |
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In Loving Memory OfPhyllis C. RoscoeJune 14, 1922 - August 29, 2009 My beloved Phyllis, I miss you so much! Your Loving HusbandArthur ..... |
Rosemary Westerman Butterworth, widow of Harold Alvin "Bully" Butterworth, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010., The daughter of Elmer C. and Katie Mae Westerman, she was born Nov. 16, 1926, in Clifton Forge, Va. Upon graduation from Clifton Forge High School in 1944, she attended Mary Washington College where she graduated in 1948. She then moved to Hopewell, Va., where she taught the seventh grade for many years in the Hopewell School System. She was a former member of the Hopewell Junior Woman's Club, a founding member of the patrons committee for the James River Ball, a former member of the Wesley United Methodist Church and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Hopewell., She is survived by two children, H. Curtis Butterworth (Donna) and Barbara B. Batts (Phil); six grandchildren, Christopher Curtis Lilley (Sara), Katie Lilley Odell (John), Michael Cameron Lilley, Brandon P. Butterworth (Jessica), Brooke Ashley Butterworth and Bennett Douglas Batts; one great-grandchild, Carter Reynoldson Butterworth; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her brother, Elmer C. Westerman Jr. (Mary Ellen), and her sister, Barbara W. Newlon (Howard)., Special thanks and gratitude go to her devoted caregivers, Ronnie and Terry Mitchell., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, in the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Michael Browder, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Church, 502 W. Broadway, Hopewell, VA 23860. |
Rowland Earl Meredith Jr., 55, of Dinwiddie, passed away Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center., He is preceded in death by his father, Rowland Earl Meredith Sr., Rowland is survived by his mother, Eva Cliborne Meredith of Dinwiddie; a brother, Greg and wife, Barbara; two nieces, Whitney and Madison; and a nephew, Nicholas, all of McKenney; a good friend, J.B. Bryant of Dinwiddie; two favorite dogs, Hank and Sammy; and other family members., A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, in Southlawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Pat Porter officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested for Southside Dialysis Center, 3400 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. Arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at |
Rowland W. Adrian Jr. SALTVILLE, Va. Graveside services for Rowland W. Adrian Jr. will be conducted Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Caudill-Taylor Cemetery with Father Paul Maier officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home; however, friends may call at the home. Military graveside honors will be provided by the Highlands Veteran's Honor Guard. The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus will also be providing an honor guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Assembly No. 1840, c/o Bernard Hamley, 4 McGregar Place, Johnson City, TN 37604. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Ruby Smith Gibson, 73, of Vinton, Va., passed away Friday, August 27, 2010. Graveside Service at noon on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Cedar Lawn Cemetery, Roanoke. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke. |
Corbin, Ruby V. July 15, 1948 - August 18, 2009 We love and miss you, always in our hearts. Mother, Sons, Grandchildren & Family. |
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Paul J. Rudy VIRGINIA BEACH - Paul J. Rudy, 84, of the 5100 block of Hemlock Ave., died Aug. 30, 2010 in a local ..... |
GITTMAN, Samuel E., 63, of Richmond, departed this life August 29, 2010. He is survived by three children; six grandchildren; and an ex-wife. The family will receive friends from 12 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's-Chippenham. |
ETHIRAJULU, Sakthi, 71, of Richmond, formerly of Tamilnadu, India, passed away August 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Meena Sakthi; his two sons, Baskar Sakthi and Nirmal Sakthi; and four grandchildren. |
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In Loving Memory OfRosa Lee SandersMay 12, 2009 In loving memory of Rosa Lee Sanders who went to be with the Lord on May ..... |
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In Loving Memory of Sarah Jane Tinsley BURCH 8/31/1997 8/31/2010, So many years, so many tears, The loss of you remains unreal, You're truly missed, each passing day, I want you HERE,, but you couldn't stay., Always loved & missed, Daughter, Linda |
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In Loving Memory OfWilliam SaulsJan. 2, 1953 - Aug. 31, 2009 You are always in our hearts and thoughts. Carmeline, Kyle and family, Gaughan?s, ..... |
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Ida B. Saunders SUFFOLK - Ida B. Saunders, 88, daughter of the late John S. Anderson Sr. and Ida Walter Anderson, died peacefully at ..... |
Sharon Jeanine Calhoun, 62, of Roanoke, Va., passed away after a courageous battle with lung cancer on Saturday, August 28, 2010. She was preceded in death by her mother, Bessie Jenkins; and sister, Doris Ann King. Sharon enjoyed a long career with Vista Corporation, a division of Graham White. Surviving are her daughter, Stephanie L. Reavis and husband, Greg, of Roanoke; grandsons, Mitch and Stuart; sister, Darlene Mross; brothers, Marshall Jenkins and wife, Scarlett, James Jenkins, Steve Jenkins, David Jenkins and wife, Robin and Darryl Jenkins; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Merton and the Palliative Care Team at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Pastor Kenny Bowles officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel and Crematory, 540-362-1237. |
Thomas David Combs BRISTOL, Tenn. Thomas David Combs, age 65, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010, at his residence. He was born July 28, 1945, in Bristol Virginia, a son of the late Paul and Georgia Lee Combs, and has lived all of his life in the Bristol area. He was a retired employee of Electrolux and Shown Trucking Company. He was a member of Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church. Mr. Combs was a, Air Force veteran and he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald C. Combs. He is survived by his loving wife, Janice "Jan" Combs. Also surviving, stepson, Daniel Mack Hagy; brother, Paul E. Combs Jr. and wife Katherine; special mother-in-law, Estelle Boggs; brother-in-law, Robert Martin; sisters, Patricia Smith, Linda Wise and husband Hugh, Judy Simcox; sister-in-law, Melinda Combs; several nieces and nephews; special little pets, Boris and Ivan. A funeral service for Mr. Combs will be held 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joe Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service at the funeral home from 6 to 7:45 p.m. The burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in the National Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Bristol, Honorguard. The family would like to thank Dr. A. Whittman, Dr. J. Spears, Dr. C. Graul and Dr. T. Saha for their care. Online condolences may be registered at |
Tony Ravithis Mumpower TOWSON, Md. Tony Ravithis Mumpower, 75, born in Bristol Virginia, died Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at Methodist South Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., with his family by his side. Tony was a loving father, supportive husband, excited grandfather, and a charming and joyful man who made friends everywhere he went. He was a hardworking photographer who built his own golf event photography company into a nationally known business that captured countless memories over 25 years. He loved being with his family, working on his business, following his sports, and telling his stories in a way that touched the hearts of all those who knew him. As an athletic young man, Tony served in the U.S. Army, played college football, was a talented swimmer and diver, and had a brief professional baseball stint with the St. Louis Cardinals. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Yolanda Teresa Mumpower; his three children, Anthony Mumpower, Mariano Mumpower (wife Sarah), and Gabriela Mumpower; granddaughter, Sophia Marie Mumpower; his sister-in-law, Billie Mumpower; and two nephews, William Mumpower, and Kevin Mumpower (wife Ginger). He was preceded in death by his brother, Lindy Mumpower. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, at Woodbrook Baptist Church, 25 Stevenson Lane, Baltimore, MD 21212. The family requests that for those who desire to honor Tony with gifts of remembrance, please consider donations to The Great Prostate Cancer Challenge, a fundraising program to help end prostate cancer through research, awareness, and screening. Visit Tony's remembrance fundraising page at: |
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Dorothy B. Trubacek VIRGINIA BEACH - Dorothy Mae Bronsman Trubacek, 90, of the 2600 block of Majesty Lane, passed away Aug. 23, 2010 in ..... |
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Michael H. Turpin CHESTERFIELD - Michael Houston Turpin passed into eternal life Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010, in Chesterfield, Va. Michael was born in Lynchburg, ..... |
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Aug 31, 2010 Virgil G. Spencer, 71, of Stuart, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Center in Stuart. He was the husband of Melba F. Spencer. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. |
Virginia Flanagan Cecil, 94, of Dublin, died Monday, August 30, 2010. Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski. |
GURGANUS, Virginia M., age 90, departed this life on Sunday, August 28, 2010. She leaves behind one brother, Willie Lee Lewis; many nieces and nephews; and one close friend, Betty Margulies. The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Virginia. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 1, at Four Mile Creek Baptist Church, Route 5, Richmond, Virginia. |
Virginia Louise Thacker Davis of Charlottesville, died on Saturday, August 28, 2010, at the age of 80., She was born on September 30, 1929, in Albemarle County, the daughter of the late Delwood Madison Thacker and Louise Earl Graves., She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Coleman Davis Jr.; and a daughter-in-law, Helen Armstrong., She is survived by one son, Charles Cecil Armstrong of Afton; one daughter, Carolyn Virginia Johnson and her husband, Mike, of Staunton; four sisters, Nancy Alice Wright of Waynesboro, Dottie Faris of Afton, and Mazsie Donald of Crozet; three brothers, Alfred Thacker of Chesapeake, Ernest Thacker of Charlotteville, Billy Thacker of Pennsylvania and Sidney Thacker of Charlottesville, Virginia., She was a retired housekeeper for Mrs. Lucy Lagrand., Family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to Western Albemarle Rescue Squad. P.O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at the Anderson Funeral Home in Crozet, Virginia., Graveside memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at Rockgate Cemetery in Crozet, Virginia, with the Reverend Johnny Heartless officiating., Anderson Funeral Home of Crozet is in charge of arrangements. |
BURRELL - In loving memory of Welford Mansfield Burrell Nov. 29, 1936 - Aug. 31, 2009 One year ago, God took you from this world to a better one. You were the best husband, uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend anyone could have had. Each day we are reminded, in some way of your loving smile and gentle nature. We think of you as living in the hearts of those you touched, for nothing loved is ever lost, and you were loved so much. We miss you, but God has given us the strength to endure until we see you again. Your Loving Wife Bernice and Family |
CARTER - In loving memory of William E. Carter "Big Blob." Happy Birthday! C & S Family |
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Thomas S. Waddington ELIZABETH CITY - On Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2010, Thomas S. Waddington, 64, left his home in Elizabeth City to go to ..... |
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Otelia M. Walker PORTSMOUTH - Otelia M. Walker, 85, of the 2800 block of Chancellor St., died Aug. 29, 2010. She was born in ..... |
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Mary Weatherspoon NORFOLK - Mary "Velma" Weatherspoon, 80, passed away Aug. 28, 2010 in her home. She was born in Norfolk and was a ..... |
Virginia has lost a great Auctioneer. VAA #432 "You Call and I'll Cry!!" Doing what he loved best! 42 years ago he founded Grindstaff's Auction Service. There will never be another auctioneer with as much charisma and showmanship. God broke our hearts to prove to us that he only takes the best! RIP William "Cowboy Bill" Grindstaff, 6/10/35 - 8/26/10 |
William D. (Buck) Cumbie, 87, of Roanoke, Va., received his glorified body on Monday, August 30, 2010. He was a member of Melrose Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. He founded and led the Singing Churchmen that ministered for 20 years throughout the Roanoke valley. He was a, Veteran Seaman Second Class 71st Mobile Construction Battalion, , where he saw extensive action in the Pacific Theatre. Buck was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Fred. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lois Williams Cumbie; daughters, Linda Cumbie Linville and husband, Richard, of Manquin, Va., and Judy C. Robins and husband, Donnie, of Vinton, Va.; grandchildren, Leslie Linville Dobbs and husband, David, Travis B. Linville, Aaron S. Robins and Allison R. Chalkley and husband, Quinn; three greatgrandchildren; and brother, Jack E. Cumbie. Funeral Services will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Melrose Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Sprouse and the Rev. Brenda Rowe officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Melrose Baptist Church Music Fund. |
William Merritt James Jr., 72, of Roanoke, Va., died Saturday, August 28, 2010. Funeral services 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at Family Choice Funerals & Cremations, Roanoke, Va., 540-491-9994. |
Zachary "Zack" Lucas Hamlett, Our beloved Zachary "Zack" Lucas Hamlett, 14, from Fluvanna, departed this earth to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 26, 2010., Zack was born on March 7, 1996, in Charlottesville, to Cindy Hamlett and Samuel Williams. He is survived by a very special stepfather, Larry Hamlett and stepmother, Danielle Williams. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Arlie Elmer Williams III., He is survived by four brothers, Nicholas Hamlett, and Christopher, Gregory and Samuel Williams; two sisters, Savannah Hamlett and Britney Williams; a very special grandmother, Jean Buchanan and grandfather, Clyde Buchanan; grandparents, Arlie and Evelyn Williams; six aunts and uncles, Kimberly and James Wood, Pamela and Ricky Keyton, Jeff Marshall and Scott Williams; cousins, Melissa Collins, Tabatha Snow, Amy Keyton, Travis Wood, Ricky, Kevin, Heather and Ryan Keyton, Tiffany and Seth Marshall, and their families, and many special friends., A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at Albemarle Baptist Church with interment at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8 p.m. Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Thomasson's Fork Union Funeral Chapel., Flowers are appreciated, but donations can be sent to Kimberly Wood, at P.O. Box 113, Crozet, VA 22932., Thomasson's Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. |
