He was a skilled carpenter, building his family's wonderful home, helping build or adding to his children's' homes, and creating things like cradles for the granddaughters' baby dolls. |
Albert L. Penn |
Oct 31, 2010 The funeral for Albert Lewis Penn, 62, of 200 Southland Drive, Martinsville, who died Oct. 28, 2010, at Memorial Hospital, will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Hines Funeral Services Chapel with the Rev. Harvey Penn officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends a half hour before the service at the funeral home and other times at the home of his sister Nancy Sauls, 212 Spring St., Martinsville. He was born in Martinsville on Nov. 20, 1947, to Charlie Penn and Lenora Joyce Penn. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a Marine Corps veteran and worked for the city of Martinsville for four years. Surviving are three sisters, Alberta Scales and Nancy Sauls, both of Martinsville, and Thelma Abbott of Richton Park, Ill; and one brother, James Penn of Martinsville. |
Ann S. Haskell, Ann S. Haskell, 81, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday, October 22, 2010., She is survived by her husband, Richard Koepsell; and her three siblings, Paul "Blake" Sullivan of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Margaretta Smith of Ashburn, Virginia, and Glen Sullivan of Fredericksburg, Virginia. She is also survived by three of her four children, Constantine "Dean" Rasmussen of Ipswich, Massachusetts, Mark Haskell of Washington, D.C., and Gretl Rasmussen of Brooklyn, New York; by two loving daughters-in-law and six grandchildren., Ann was born in Washington, D.C., in 1929, and grew up in Arlington, Virginia. While raising three children on her own, she was among the first women to graduate from Clemson University and was awarded a Woodrow Wilson Graduate Fellowship. She received her Doctorate with honors from the University of Pennsylvania in 1964. She went on to teach at the English Department of the State University of New York at Buffalo, specializing in Chaucer and Medieval Life and Literature and in Children's Literature, for thirty-seven years. She was a mentor and advisor to hundreds of students whose lives and careers she enriched with her generosity and scholarship. Her many academic publications include the books, "Essays on Chaucer's Saints" and "A Middle English Anthology," which has been in print since 1969., Ann wrote Op-Ed columns, personal essays, and articles on food and numerous other subjects for publications such as the Smithsonian, the Washington Post, Baltimore Sun and New York Times. She maintained a home in Provence in Southern France for forty years and she and her husband taught a program abroad on the Culture of Provence., Ann leaves friends in Western New York, Charlottesville, Virginia, and Provence, France. She thanks the Gynecological Cancer staff at the University of Virginia. |
On June 24, 1961, Aurzelia married her high school sweetheart, Alfras Banks and from this union three children were born, Adrian Nevada (Odelia) of Hampton, Va., Steven Leo (TeLisa Owens), and Benita Aurzelia (Dwain Jenkins) both of York County. |
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Craig C. Austin VIRGINIA BEACH - Craig C. Austin, 71, passed away Oct. 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Jan; two sons, ..... |
Barbara Courtney Moritz Brumback, Barbara Courtney Moritz Brumback passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital with friends and family present., Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Robert N. Brumback; and her son, Craig., She is survived by one sister, Susan M. Gottlieb; and three children, John, Courtney and Natalie; along with one grandchild, Rachel Renne' Brumback Stanley., From the time Barbara arrived in this world on November 14, 1935, she was predisposed to challenge the world assertively. She was a young woman with astute intelligence and wit., She met her husband-to-be in Washington, D.C. and they married in 1961., Her work ascended in the direction of politics, which became her second love. Barbara became active in political campaigning, beginning with Barry Goldwater and carried on through out her life., She continued to work in Washington, D.C., until she and her family moved to Florida. Barbara then became a teacher, working in the Hendry County school system. She also became editor of the Caloosa Bell newspaper while working real estate part time in LaBelle, Florida., She and her family moved to Crozet in the summer of l980, where she took a job that would give her the most pleasure in her career. Along with some very prominent doctors, at the University of Virginia, she helped state the fledgling newsletter "For Kids Sake" as one of the editors and the news letter layout person. Also around the same time, along with her husband procured grant funding, to start the Virginia Relay Center phone system for the deaf and hearing impaired. Both accomplishments are now nationally known and have been adopted by almost every state in the union., Later she opened her own real estate office in the Crozet area, named Ivy West Realty Company, LLC. There she helped to serve the residents of the west side of Albemarle County with their real estate needs in the area she most deeply loved.When she retired from real estate, she helped children at the Sylvan Learning Center and was asked to be a guest teacher for the summer scholarship program to teach incoming students at Johns Hopkins University. She taught Civics., In the last years of her life Barbara lost her husband to cancer, and a son to a tragic incident in Mexico. She suffered with dementia, soon after Craig's death, and spent her final years in the loving adult care home of Mrs. Mary Ann Gibson, in Crozet., Memorial services will be held at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel, 5888 Saint George Ave., Crozet Virginia, 2 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2010. |
Barbara Scaggs CHESAPEAKE - Barbara Scaggs of the 4700 block of Gratton St., passed away Oct. 29, 2010. She was born at Ball State University Hospital Sept. 17, 1938 to the late Rev. Lebern Belmer and Alice Carol Johnson in Muncie, Ind. She was predeceased by a son, William Scaggs; a granddaughter, Audrey; and a sister, Annabel Harrell. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother to her family, which was her "full time" career. Several of her granddaughters referred to her as their most trustworthy confidant and best friend. Barbara was a faithful wife to her career Navy husband and always opened her heart and home to military families, friends and neighbors everywhere. Barbara is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jerry Scaggs; her three sons and their wives, Sammy and Beverly Scaggs of Chesapeake, Joseph and Sharon Scaggs of Chesapeake, and Bruce and Marleaux Scaggs of Chesapeake; nine grandchildren, Rebekah, Sarah, Amanda, Seanne, Kelly Jo, Jake, Elizabeth, Bruce Jr. and Caitlin; as well as five great-grandchildren, Ethan, Joel, Travis, Logan and Amiah. Also left to cherish her loving memory are her four brothers, Elmer Johnson of Muncie, Ind., Jim Johnson of Muncie, Jerry Johnson of Horton, Ala., and Darrell Johnson of Woodstock, Ga.; along with two sisters, Nancy Venturo of Atlanta and Charlotte Stultz of Harper City, Ind. She will be missed by her family and friends but they are happy that she is now with the Lord and in His presence from this day forward. Her celebration of life service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman's Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The Rev. Sammy Scaggs, the Rev. Keith Miller and the Rev. Harold Buckwalter will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The viewing will begin Monday with the family receiving friends from 1 to 2 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com. |
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Dorothy Mae Benson NORFOLK - Dorothy Mae "Dot" Benson, 75, of the 3000 block of Montgomery St., passed away Oct. 22, 2010 in Norfolk. ..... |
Betty Sue Hayden Dillow SALTVILLE, Va. Betty Sue "Maw Maw" Hayden Dillow, age 65, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 29, 2010, in the Johnston Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Dillow was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ada Hayden; a daughter, Margaret Ann Anderson; brother, William Eugene "Bill" Hayden; and sister, Darlene Fowler. Survivors: Husband, Ralph E. Dillow; sons, Claude Eugene Dillow Jr. of Amelia, Va., Ralph W. Dillow of Richmond, Va., and Michael D. Dillow of Galax, Va.; daughters, Brenda Joy Dillow of Richmond, and Amy S. Taylor of Saltville; sisters, Alice Ratcliffe of Saltville, and Katherine Mabe of S.C.; brother, James E. Hayden of Saltville; brother-in-law, J.R. Fowler of N.C.; several nieces and nephews; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Betty Sue Dillow will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, in the Lighthouse Baptist Church, with the Rev. Benny Frye and the Rev. R.L. Frye officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon until time of service at the church on Monday. Online condolences may be sent to |
Billy G. Montgomery BRISTOL, Va. Billy G. Montgomery, age 72, passed away on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bristol Virginia, July 3, 1938, a son of the late Cliff and Emma Wright Montgomery, and has lived all of his life in the Bristol area. He was preceded in death by his brother, Hubert Montgomery. He is survived by his nephew, Rickey Montgomery. A graveside service for Mr. Montgomery will be held Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, in Sharrett Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at |
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William Joseph Brown PORTSMOUTH - William Joseph "Buddy" Brown also known as "Barnacle Bud" of the 100 block of Constitution Ave., passed away at ..... |
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DYE, C.D., 58 of Chesterfield, formerly of Southwestern, Va., went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Debra Dye; four children, Stephanie, Jayfred, Andrew and Christopher; mother, Emma Jean Dye; brother, Ian B. Dye Jr.; and three grandchildren, Jonah, Micah and Annika. C.D. was a 34-year member of the Virginia State Police. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where the family will receive friends after the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society . |
Calvin Ross Aylor Calvin Ross Aylor 78, of Culpeper, died October 29, 2010 in Culpeper Regional Hospital., Graveside service will be held 2:00 P.M. Wednesday November 3, 2010 at the Culpeper National Cemetery ( New Section) conducted by Rev. Henry Daniel Aylor. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Preddy Funeral Home in Madison. The Culpeper American Legion Post 330 and Culpeper, 2524 will perform Military Honors. |
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ANDERSON - In loving memory of sis, Carol T. Anderson. Four years ago your life ended, but your memories will last forever. Love, Ma, Buddy & Jean |
JOHNSON, Cecelia Morris, died October 26, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Matthew Johnson. She is survived by seven children, Raymond, Barbara Ann, Shirley Mae, Joyce Lee Johnson, Marcia Tate, all of Richmond, Michael Johnson of Centreville, Va. and Diane Chavis of Greensboro, N.C.; brother, John E. Morris; sisters-in-law, Connie and Marie Morris; daughters-in-law, Beatrice and Mary Johnson; son-in law, Jasper Chavis; 20 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 20 great-great-grandchildren; devoted friends, Lizzie Mae Brooks and Louise Gregg. Her remains rest at the W.S. Watkins and Son Funeral Home. Funeral services, Monday 11 a.m. at the Watkins Community Chapel, 2701 Garland Ave. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
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Herman Charity Jr. CHESAPEAKE - In the calm and early morning hours of Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 Herman Charity Jr. departed his earthly existence ..... |
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Christopher A. Ware |
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Clarine Cummings, 82, of 1112 West Main Street, Waverly, died at Henrico's Doctors' Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
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Clyde C. Hodges |
Oct 31, 2010 Clyde C. Hodges, 75, of Bassett, died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Virginia Amos Hodges. Bassett Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements. |
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Richard H. Cover Jr. CHESAPEAKE - Richard H. Cover Jr. died Oct. 24, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com . ..... |
Craig C. Austin VIRGINIA BEACH - Craig C. Austin, 71, passed away Oct. 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Jan; two sons, Jason and Steven Austin; a daughter, Heather Kent; and two grandchildren, Rachel and Daniel Kent. He served in the Air Force, and was a member of the Police Auxiliary and a volunteer for the Red Cross. Interment will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, handling arrangements. |
Curtis J. Moore |
Oct 31, 2010 The funeral for Curtis Jerome Moore, 56, of Medford, N.Y., who died Oct. 23, 2010, was held Saturday at Mayo Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Henry Faison officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Lamont Estes, David Moore, Deon Moore, Lamar Brown, Jemas Brown, William Moore, Carlos Penn and Terry Kellam. Hines Funeral Services handled the arrangements. |
Our hearts were saddened by the loss of our dear loved one, Mr. Daniel Lee Reaves Jackson, also known as "Daniel Boone" of 100 Kippax St., Apartment 711, Hopewell, Va., on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, after a lengthy illness, which he never let get him down., Daniel was born on Dec. 31, 1944. He enjoyed fishing, people and sharing funny jokes with all., He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Reaves and Clementine Jackson; grandparents, Willie and Daisy Jackson; father-in-law, Herman Casey; mothers-in-law, Mary A. Casey and Gloria J. Casey; brother-in-law, Herman Casey, Jr. who passed on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010., He is survived by a wife of 39 years, Mary Casey Jackson of Petersburg, Va.; sisters-in-law, Queen Crews and Ruth Casey Epps (Mack) and brother-in-law, James Casey (Debra) all of Petersburg, Va.; aunt, Edna Irene Jackson; uncle, Joseph Luster, cousin, Margaret Reaves Kirby and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends too numerous to name., The family like to thank the following who contributed to Daniel's care: Emporia Nursing Homes, River View on the Appomattox, the Doctors and Staff John Randolph Medical Center, the Staff of Southside Regional Medical Center Dialysis Center and Kippax Apartments Managers and Staff. Also thank you to all the agencies, aides and staff that made his life complete on a daily basis and all others that helped in any way, and Pastor George Howard and Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church Family., A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, the Rev. George Howard, pastor of Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church, eulogist., The family may be contacted by calling (804) 732-8718 or (804) 862-3183., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Jackson online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
BOWERS, Daniel Russell, 64, of N. Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away on October 28, 2010, at Agape Hospice in Conway, S.C. Born on April 9, 1946, in Omaha, Neb., he was the eldest son of the late Dr. Russell Vernon and Jeanne Matthews Bowers. Daniel was a loving and devoted son, husband and father. He was an active participant in the Boy Scouts of America, a loyal member of the Hanover Ruritan Club, Mechanicsville, Va., and South Strand Ruritan Club, Myrtle Beach, S.C. Mr. Bowers also proudly served in the Virginia Air National Guard for 23 years before retiring as a Master Sergeant in 1990. Dan was raised in Richmond where he attended Highland Springs High School and went on to graduate from Lynchburg College. He retired from Cliff Weil, Inc. in 1999 and spent the last 11 years with his wife in South Carolina. Before his illness, Dan loved to hunt, cook, play golf and garden. Mr. Bowers is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Johnson Bowers of N. Myrtle Beach, S.C.; son Christopher R. Bowers of Ellicott City, Md.; daughter Amy E. Bowers of Mechanicsville, Va.; two brothers, John M. Bowers of Las Vegas, Nev., and Robert D. Bowers and wife, Malinda, of Chesterfield, Va.; two sisters, Pamela Atkinson and husband, Steve, of Richmond, Va.; and Martha Bowers of Las Vegas, Nev.; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, November 1, 2010, at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, Va. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday at Bennett Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston, Va. Memorials may be made to , Palmetto Chapter, 2999 Sunset Blvd., Suite 102, West Columbia, S.C. 29069. |
David Wilmot Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - David Wilmot Owens, 70, passed away peacefully Oct. 28, 2010. He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn Owens and parents, David Carl Owens and Margaret Haynie. He was a member of the Virginia Beach United Methodist Church. David was captain twice of Rescue Squad Station No. 14. He is survived by his children, Sharon Owens Carroll, Bryan Keith Owens, David Todd Owens and wife Kimberly, Mark Edward Owens; grandchildren, Brittney Lynn Smrdel and her husband Todd, Ashley Amber Holland, Jessica Morgan Carroll, Bryan Leigh Owens, Lauren Scott Owens, Grace Ann Owens; great-granddaughter, Illiana Nevaeh Jauregui. The family will receive friends Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Altmeyer Funeral Home, Maestas Chapel, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home with burial to follow in Princess Anne Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Virginia Beach Rescue Squad, 740 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer.com. |
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Peninsula Funeral Home with funeral to follow beginning at 1 p.m. Minister Ben Phillips will officiate. Burial will be private at Peninsula Memorial Park. |
JONES, Devon "Snipe," 23, entered eternal rest October 27, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to: www.wilsonafs.com |
JAMES CITY - Dolores Decker, 82, of James City, passes away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, after a long illness. Dolores was an avid painter and animal lover. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, John Decker. She is also survived by many loving neighbors and good friends. |
Dorothy Mae Benson NORFOLK - Dorothy Mae "Dot" Benson, 75, of the 3000 block of Montgomery St., passed away Oct. 22, 2010 in Norfolk. She was born Nov. 11, 1934 to the late Matthew and Bessie Bates in Norfolk. She was educated in the Norfolk public school system and a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, Class of 1954. Dorothy retired after 40 years of service as a teacher assistant with the Norfolk public school system. She was predeceased by her brothers, Matthew, Daniel and Joseph; and her sisters, Magndia and Emma. She is survived by two daughters, Benita Benson Hercules (Adolphus) of Roswell, Ga., and Vanessa Hodges (Joseph) of Chesapeake; one son, Johnnie W. Benson Jr. (Felicia) of Chesapeake; one sister, Jean Willis of Willow Grove, Pa.; grandchildren, Tiffany Tyson, Joseph Hodges, Cyndi Hodges, Johnene Benson, Johnét Benson, Johnathan Benson and Johjuan Benson; great-grandchildren, Kelye, Autum, Corey, Malorie, Cyanna and Cameron; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Street. The Rev. Jerome Lee Jr. will officiate. A wake will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. today at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
MATHEWS - Dorothy E. Harr, 92, died peacefully on Oct. 28, 2010, at her daughter's home in Mathews, Va. |
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Visitation will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Peninsula Memorial Park, officiated by the Rev. Lawrence Biermann. |
Edgar Thomas Corey Edgar Thomas Corey, age 83, of Woodbridge, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, with his family by his side at Potomac Hospital., Edgar was a, veteran and retired from the Army after 20 years of service. He was a draftsman by trade and enjoyed painting, wood-carving, sculpting and sleight of hand. He also loved being close to nature an caring for animals in need., Born March 26, 1927, in Whitefish, Montana, he was the son of the late Edgar R. Corey and Dorothya Shryock. Also preceding him in death was his stepmother, Mirtie Henson Corey., He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Lillian; his daughters, Renate Halina Carr and her husband, Daniel, Lillian Ursula Bivens and her husband, Ronnie and his granddaughters Rebecca Monica Frank and Renate Halina Holt., Services will be held at Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Wood-bridge, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. with family receiving friends an hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Quantico National Cemetery. Arrangements by, Miller Funeral Home, of Woodbridge. |
Edward R. Jolley VIRGINIA BEACH - Edward R. Jolley, 78, died Oct. 29, 2010 at home. Mr. Jolley was born in Chicago the son of the late Cecilia and Alonzo Jolley. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Donna Jean Jolley. He is survived by his daughters, Deborah Simon, Renata Palaggi and Joy Chartier; three sons-in-law; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Nov. 3, at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hdoliver.com |
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Oct 31, 2010 Elizabeth Estes, 70, of Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at her home. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements |
Errol Harvey VIRGINIA BEACH - Errol "Jack" Harvey, 86, passed away Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. He was a native of Columbus, Ohio, and was the son of the late Raymond and Delilah Harvey. Jack was a veteran of three wars and was proud to be in the Navy. He was an active member in the Knights of Columbus and an active member of Holy Spirit Parish. Jack is survived by his family: sons, Brad Harvey of Virginia Beach and Hal Harvey of Naples, Fla.; sisters, Janet Hussong (Jerry) of Englewood, Ohio, and Janice Hamrick (Roger) of London, Ohio; brother, Norman Harvey (Carol) of Dublin, Ohio; and grandson, Taylor Harvey of Chesapeake. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at noon Tuesday, Nov. 2, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church by Fr. Tim Kuhniman. Interment will be at a later date. The family will receive friends at the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Holy Spirit Catholic Church Social Ministry, 1396 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA 23453. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, in Hampton Veteran Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. |
Mrs. Ethel Halsey, 85, of 11701 Chester Village Drive, Apt. 142, died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at St. Francis Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
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Fozia Staples |
Oct 31, 2010 Fozia Staples, 91, of Martinsville, died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Arrangements will be announced by Hines Funeral Services. |
CONWAY - Frank M. III "Monty" Our hearts are heavy with saddness today. You're not here to celebrate your birthday. We miss you so much. Love, Son, Keimon, Mildred, Alfred Sr. and Family |
Fred Streckfuss, 73, of Fort Myers, Florida, formerly of Teaneck and Wayne, New Jersey, and Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2010., He was born on February 6, 1937, to Frederick C. and Alma Streckfuss., He retired in 1992 from the Teaneck Public Schools after a 33 year career, the majority of which he spent as the instrumental music teacher at Benjamin Franklin Jr. High School. He was also for 24 years the conductor of the Teaneck Summer Band. He was especially proud of forming and conducting The Second-Wind Band, a band for seniors, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Most recently He was a member of both the Naples and Bonita, Florida, Concert Bands., He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia DeLawter; sons, Eric and Faithe, and Kurt and David; daughter, Karen Setser and Jason; grandchildren, Ethan, Grant, and Emma., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2010, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Teaneck., The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Second-Wind Band in his memory. |
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Ruth H. Garrison PORTSMOUTH - Services for Ruth Harrison Garrison, 81, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church. Loving ..... |
Gary L. McCrickard |
Oct 31, 2010 The funeral for Gary Lee McCrickard, 53, of 1201 Chatham Heights Road, Martinsville, who died Oct. 28, 2010, at his home, will be at 2 p.m. today at Community Funeral Services Chapel of Ridgeway. Pastor Ron Gardner will officiate. Burial will be in Henry Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home an hour before the funeral today and other times at the home. He was born in Leaksville, N.C., on Feb. 9, 1957, to Dora Marie Seay McCrickard of Martinsville and Joseph Daniel McCrickard. His father preceded him in death. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are two daughters, Nichole Lynn Scott of Yucaipa, Calif., and Tracie Surber of Axton; three sisters, Hilda Marie Conner of Collinsville and Lisa Annette Flint and Teresa Ann Bowling, both of Martinsville; four brothers, Joseph "Joey" McCrickard of Ridgeway and Steven Allen McCrickard, Jimmy Ray McCrickard and Paul Daniel McCrickard, all of Martinsville; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. |
BARRON, George Albert "Jay" III, 64, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2010, at Henrico Doctors' Hospital after a long illness. He was predeceased in death by his parents, George A. Barron Jr. and Nell Irby Barron of Pine Bluff, Ark. A native of Atlanta, he was raised in Pine Bluff and graduated from Arkansas State University in 1968. He followed his father in becoming a Special Agent of the FBI, serving in Baltimore, New York City, Detroit, Washington, D.C., Denver, and finally Richmond, retiring here in 1999, after 30 years of service. He is survived by his son, David of Richmond; a brother, Nolen of Pine Bluff; a niece and two nephews. Burial private. |
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LINGERFELT, Gladys Echols, 76, of Henrico, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2010. She will be remembered for her service to others as well as her kind and gentle nature. Gladys grew up in Nottoway County and spent her adult life in Henrico County. She was predeceased by her husband, Franklin Lingerfelt Sr.; parents, Thomas and Lucille Echols; as well as by her brother, George Thomas Echols. She is survived by her children, Caroline Lingerfelt and Franklin Lingerfelt Jr., both of Henrico. Graveside services were held 3 p.m., Friday, October 29, 2010 at Lakeview Cemetery, Blackstone. Memorial contributions may be sent to Blackstone Presbyterian Church, 301 Church Street, Blackstone, Va. 23824. Online registry and condolences at mcmillianfuneralhome.com. Services rendered by the Joseph McMillian Funeral Home of Blackstone. |
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Nelsen Funeral Home, Williamsburg. Services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at Nelsen Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Quantico National Cemetery at 2 p.m. |
Gwen Dean Gladson CLEVELAND, Tenn. Gwen Dean Gladson, 51, passed away Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at a Chattanooga hospital. She was a member of Samples Memorial Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school for several years. She was volunteer of the year at Oak Grove Elementary School in 2007-08. She was preceded in death by her sister, Norma Jean Gladson Howard; maternal grandparent, A.C. Gee; and paternal grandparents, Tom and Estelle Gladson. She is survived by her maternal grandmother, Pearl Gee of Cleveland; parents, Carl and Mary Gladson of Cleveland; brother, Charles Gladson and wife, Gail, of Castlewood, Va.; nephews, Tony Howard and wife, Patches, of Chatsworth, Ga., David Gladson and wife, Nina, of Newport, N.C., and John Gladson of Bristol Virginia; great nieces, Lacy Howard, Emily Howard and Kayley Howard, all of Chatsworth; and special friends, Sonny and Elisa Howard of Cleveland. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Ralph Buckner Funeral Home with Pastor Lee Ingram and Assistant Pastor Mark Cameron officiating. Interment will follow in Samples Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery with John Gladson, David Gladson, Tony Howard, Carl Freeman, Jr., Jimmy Bryson and Alvin Bishop serving as pallbearers. A white dove release ceremony will conclude the service. Her family will receive friends on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Gladson family guestbook at |
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Vivian H. Harlow NORFOLK - Vivian Hudson Harlow, 81, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2010 after a short illness. A daughter of Roy and Rowland ..... |
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Harold R. Harmon CHESAPEAKE - Harold Robert "Bob" Harmon Sr., passed away Oct. 28, 2010. He was born Aug. 26, 1933 in Covington, Va., ..... |
Harold R. Harmon CHESAPEAKE - Harold Robert "Bob" Harmon Sr., passed away Oct. 28, 2010. He was born Aug. 26, 1933 in Covington, Va., and had been a resident of Chesapeake since 1963. Harold attended Waynesboro High School where he excelled in baseball. He completed a four-year apprenticeship, as a machinist, in Norfolk Naval Shipyard and served 15 years as Sup-Ship supervisor at Portsmouth. Harold retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth after 39 years of service. He served five years as a sergeant in the U.S. Army, stationed in Fort Lee, Va., and Fort Myer, Va., Tank Division "Old Guard"; South Korea, Fort Benning, Ga., Camp Rooker, Ala., Fort Jackson, S.C., and Camp Gordon, Ga. For the past 26 years, Harold served as president of Jackson-Hewitt Tax Franchise. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rena; three sons, Harold Harmon Jr. and his wife Joan, Ronald Harmon and his wife Pamela and Christopher Harmon and his wife Lisa; and daughter, Teresa Lynn Bruce and her husband Brian; 10 grandchildren, Susie, Melissa, Sherry, Ronald, Samantha, Brian, Robert, Shawn, Jenna and Trace; five great-grandchildren, Taylor, Alyssa, Becky, Michael and Cameron. Family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. today, Oct. 31, at Snellings Funeral Home, N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. |
HAMPTON - Mrs. Harriette Haskins Eubank, 90, wife of the late Julian Elmore Eubank Jr., died Friday evening at Roper Hospital in Charleston, S.C. She was 90. |
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Errol Harvey VIRGINIA BEACH - Errol "Jack" Harvey, 86, passed away Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. He was a native of Columbus, Ohio, and was ..... |
Helen R. Jackson NORFOLK - Helen R. Jackson, 78, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 after a brief illness. Helen was originally from Bluefield, W.Va. She attended nursing school in Dayton, Ohio, and later made Norfolk her home for 51 years, raising her family and enjoying a long career in health care. She retired from Sentara Norfolk General Hospital where she worked for 32 years, starting as a maternity ward nurse and finishing her career in various hospital administrative positions. Helen will always be remembered for her love and devotion to her late husband, Johnny, and the insistence to live her life independently and only as "she" wanted. Helen was predeceased by John B. Jackson, her best friend and husband of 47 years. She is survived by her four children, Kathryn Ward, John Paul Jackson, David Jackson and Lisabeth Woodruff. Helen is also survived by her four grandchildren, two sisters, two brothers and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends in Woodlawn Funeral Home Monday, Nov. 1, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer's Association . Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.woodlawngroup.com. |
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James R. Henderson IV NORFOLK - James J. "Jay" Henderson IV, 61, died Oct. 9, 2010 in Richlands, Va. Born in Raleigh, N.C., he ..... |
Mr. Herman Casey Jr. of 520 Pegram Street, Petersburg, Va., came to the end of his battle of long declining health on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 at his residence., He was a quiet man but enjoyed people and traveling, and his family. He also enjoyed taking long walks every day. He was born on April 26, 1948, in Nottoway County, Va. Herman was a veteran of the, He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Jackson Casey; parents, Mr. Herman Casey Sr. and Mrs. Mary Green Casey; grandparents, Charlie and Virgie Green and Bill and Lucy Casey; sister, Gloria J. Casey; uncles, Moses S. Green, Charlie Casey, Edward Green and five other uncles; two aunts; ex-wife, Mercedes Venable Casey; brother-in-law, Daniel Lee Reaves Jackson (who passed on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010) and in-laws, James and Rosina Jackson., He is survived by three daughters, Denise Smith of Baltimore, Md., Lisa and Tina Casey both of Petersburg, Va.; one son, Keith Casey of Petersburg, Va.; three sisters, Mary Casey Jackson of Petersburg, Queen Crews of Hopewell, VA and Ruth Casey Epps (Mack) of Petersburg, VA; a brother who help with Herman care when he could not help himself, James Casey (Debra) of Petersburg, VA; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends too numerous to name., The family like to thank the following who contributed to Herman's care: Southside Regional Medical Center Staff, two adult homes in Petersburg, VA, Herman and Debra, nieces, Tyra Casey and Winfred Jackson, sister, Queen Crews and all others that helped in any way, and Pastor George Howard and Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church Family., A graveside service will be held 2:00 P.M., Monday, November 1, 2010 at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, Rev. George Howard, Pastor of Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church Eulogist., The family may be contacted by calling (804) 732-8718 or (804) 862-3183., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Casey online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, |
Herman Charity Jr. CHESAPEAKE - In the calm and early morning hours of Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 Herman Charity Jr. departed his earthly existence as peacefully as he lived. He resided in Chesapeake with his wife, Eva Charity. A Norfolk native, Herman was born March 27, 1921, in Lamberts Point. He was the son of the late Herman and Bessie Charity. He was the elder of two children and was preceded in death by his brother, Dawson Charity. Herman was a true family man, a chef connoisseur and fisherman extraordinaire. Herman worked tirelessly to provide for his family working at the Norfolk Naval Air Station as a pipefitter for more than 40 years. He was also a member of New Mount Zion Church of God Holiness. Affectionately known as "the dynamic duo," Herman and Eva were married for 69 years. From this union three children were born, Herman A. Charity, Alfreda O. Charity and Beverly C. Jackson. Known for his quiet manner, yet strong gentle spirit he dedicated his life to providing for others. Herman is survived by his primary caregiver, devoted and loving wife, Eva Charity; a son, Herman A. Charity; two daughters, Alfreda O. Charity and Beverly C. Jackson (Vashon); four grandchildren, Alfred S. Charity (Celeste), Tamara Charity-Brown (Carlos), Bev-Freda L. Jackson and Evmarian J. Cabey (Myron); and nine great-grandchildren in addition to a host of extended family, friends and loved ones. Numerous family members and loved ones sorrowfully will mourn his departure from this earthly residence and miss his wonderful smile. The family will receive friends at 2117 Hollins Court, Chesapeake, VA 23320. The sunrise-sunset service will be held Thursday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m. at New Mount Zion Church of God Holiness, 1042 Philpotts Road, Norfolk, VA 23513. Keith Matthews Funeral Home is providing professional services. The body will be in the church for a final viewing from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Interment will be at Roosevelt Memorial Gardens. |
Mr. Hermanze E. Fauntleroy Jr. of 210 New Street, Petersburg, Va., died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
CHESAPEAKE - Holly Jean Barlow Pugh, 55, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, after a brave and courageous battle with pharyngeal cancer. |
Holly B. Pugh CHESAPEAKE - Holly Jean Barlow Pugh, 55, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 after a brave and courageous battle with pharyngeal cancer. Holly was born in Newport News, and was the daughter of Joseph Augustus "Gus" and Dorothy Jean Walls Barlow of Smithfield, Va. She had been a lifelong resident of the Tidewater area. In addition to her parents, Holly is survived by her husband of 10 years, Woodrow "Woody" W. Pugh; her sister, Karen Louise Barlow-Reese and husband David L. of West Borough, Mass.; niece, Allison Barlow Reese and nephew, Philip Barlow Reese; her aunt, Catherine Lee Barlow Duncan; cousins, Barbara Alice Barlow-Bucknall (Robert), Patricia Lynn Donaldson (William L.) and their daughters, Kate and Turner, Catherine Lee Barlow and Judy and Jessie Hodges. Family and friends will gather in Smithfield Baptist Church, Family Life Center, at noon Tuesday, Nov. 2, for a time of sharing remembrances of Holly. A private graveside service will take place in Ivy Hill Cemetery, Smithfield. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society , IOW Relay For Life , c/o Mrs. Pam Jordan 18214 Farmview Lane, Windsor, VA 23487. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. |
GLASSCOCK, Mrs. Ila Harter, 93, widow of Rommie Vest Glasscock, died Friday October 29, 2010 at MeadowView Terrace in Clarksville. Born March 4, 1917, she was one of 13 children born to Adam and Rosetta Slaughter Harter. A charter member of Gravel Hill Baptist Church, Ila was a homemaker. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home with the Rev. Rodney Barwick and the Rev. Jeaux Simmons officiating. Interment will follow in the Gravel Hill Baptist Church cemetery. Ila is survived by her daughters, Paige Hayes of Rockville and Sybil Cole of Buffalo Junction, and sons, Lewis Glascock and David Glasscock, both of Buffalo Junction. Her grandson, Jeffrey Hayes of Glen Allen, also survives. She was preceded in death by a son, Rommie Lee Glasscock. A special thanks goes out to Meadowview Terrace Nursing Home, Halifax Regional Hospice, and caregivers, Teresa and Tracy. The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, October 31 at Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wclfh.com. |
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Helen R. Jackson NORFOLK - Helen R. Jackson, 78, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 after a brief illness. Helen was originally from Bluefield, W.Va. ..... |
James "Fatback" Robinette BRISTOL, Tenn. The funeral service for Mr. James "Fatback" Robinette Jr. will be held on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Gary Garland officiating. The committal service and burial will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3:45 p.m. Sunday, prior to the funeral service. Online condolences may be registered by visiting |
Viewing will be from noon to 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at Berceuse Funeral & Cremation Tradition, 2609 Cunningham Dr., Hampton. The homegoing service will be at noon Tuesday, Nov. 2, at Gethsemane Baptist Church, 3509 Chestnut Ave., Newport News. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
James "Mac" Ernest Proctor, 84, of North Delphine Avenue, Waynesboro, passed away at 12:22 a.m. on Thursday, October 28, 2010, at Augusta Health., He was born on July 15, 1926, in Maryland, the son of the late Robert Lee and Dosey E. Harley Proctor., He retired as a health care provider and was a Baptist., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Lydia Barbour; sisters, Lorraine Campbell, Shirley Campbell, Catherine Lewis; and a brother, Leroy Proctor., Survivors include his wife of over 57 years, Shirley R. Proctor; two sons, James E. Proctor Jr. of Scottsville, David A. Proctor Sr. of Winchester; a daughter, Wanda Elaine Folks of Waynesboro; three brothers, Leo William Proctor, James Roland Proctor of Maryland, Maurice Proctor of Washington, D.C.; three sisters, Frances Lewis of Maryland, Pearl Price of Maryland, Edna Colbert of Washington, D.C.; eight grandchildren, George Nicholson, Shawn Nicholson, Derrick Nicholson, Eric Folks and his wife, Tracey, David Proctor Jr., Lydia Folks, Derrick Barbour, Cher Barbour; and fifteen great-grandchildren., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, November 4, 2010, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes, 618 West Main Street, Waynesboro by Brother David Roberts., The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday, November 3, 2010, at the funeral home., Arrangements have been entrusted to the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory. |
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HAMPTON - Mr. James Henry Taylor (AKA Skeeter) was born on Jan. 18, 1950, in Newport News, Va., to the late Cliff and Leathia Taylor. James departed from this life on Oct. 24, 2010. |
LOVING, James M., 86, of Chesterfield, Va., died October 29, 2010. He enjoyed sailing, camping at the beach, tending his vegetable garden, fixing up old cars, reading (especially books about the Civil War), spoiling his dogs, proving that anything could be fixed with epoxy and duct tape and helping out at Beulah United Methodist Church, where he had been a member since 1963. Born in Alderson, W.Va., on April 12, 1924, he was the son of Hyter Anderson Loving and Lena Mann Loving. He grew up in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. He attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, Va., from 1941 to 1944, leaving to serve in the Naval Reserve/Merchant Marines, helping escort convoys across the North Atlantic during World War II. He returned to VPI in 1946 and graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering in 1947. He played trombone in the Highty Tighties at VPI and had played a trumpet in a dance band in high school. He worked his entire career for Westvaco, beginning at the mill in Covington, Va. In 1956, he was chosen to manage the company's plant in Valinhos, Brazil. He and his family moved to Campinas, Brazil, where he learned to speak Portuguese and traveled extensively in South America. He belonged to the local Lions Club. Returning to Virginia in 1962, he worked at the Richmond plant, serving for many years as manager. He ended his career as manager of building and environmental services for facilities on the East Coast. After retirement, he spent many years doing volunteer maintenance work at Beulah Church, enjoying his many hobbies, traveling across North America with his wife in their camper and spending time with their children. He was a charter member of the Greater Richmond Sailing Association. He and his wife, Harriett McAllister Loving, had just celebrated their 63rd anniversary. Survivors also include a daughter, Susan J. Loving of Strasburg; sons, William D. Loving of Richmond and James F. (Carey) Loving of Warrenton; and one grandson, Jamie Loving. An only child, he enjoyed close lifelong friendships with many of his first cousins. A service will be held on Monday at 4 p.m. at Beulah United Methodist Church, 6930 Hopkins Road, Richmond, followed by a reception at the church. Entombment at Dale Memorial Park in Chesterfield will be private. Memorial donations may be made to Beulah U.M.C. |
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James R. Henderson IV NORFOLK - James J. "Jay" Henderson IV, 61, died Oct. 9, 2010 in Richlands, Va. Born in Raleigh, N.C., he was the son of Anna S. Henderson and the late James R. Henderson III. Jay was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Maury High School, Old Dominion University and the University of Virginia Law School. He practiced law in Washington, D.C., and Southwestern Virginia for more than 35 years. Jay was also an avid blogger, his blog "Backcountry Notes," was generally about the history, geography, and mores of Southwestern Virginia, an area he dearly loved. He was described by fellow bloggers and readers as being wise, witty, and gentle, as well as being a great writer. An avid fisherman, Jay was a longtime member of Trout Unlimited. Left to cherish his memory besides his mother are his wife, Leslie Hibbitts Henderson of Richlands, Va.; a daughter, Gabrielle deCourcy of Tazewell, Va.; a son, James R. Henderson V of Norfolk; three sisters, Lee H. Lewis and her companion Tony Colon of Raleigh, N.C., Meredith H. Heywood and her husband Mark of Whynot, N.C., and Leslie H. Williams and her husband John of Charlottesville, Va.; a brother, Christopher Henderson and his wife Betty of Watertown, N.Y.; three stepsons, Brandon Hibbitts of Pikesville, Ky., and Justin and Nicholas Trout both of Lebanon, Va.; a granddaughter, Daphne Hibbitts; a grandniece, Mara Green; his previous wife, Felicia who raised Jay's first two children; and six nieces and nephews, Anna Green, Christine Williams, Joel Heywood, and Seth, Robert and Christopher Henderson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trout Unlimited, 1300 N. 17th St., Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22209-3801 (www.tu.org/donate) or to your local . Online condolences may be offered to his family through www.hdoliver.com. |
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Jean Lee Hill Woods, Jean Lee Hill Woods, 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 23, 2010., She had a long, full, and active life. Her positive outlook, sunny disposition, and good humor endeared her to all she met. She was a loving and inspiring role model, aging gracefully and fulfilling her important role in the life of her immediate and extended family., Jean moved to the Colonnades in 1995 where she led a very active social life and enjoyed frequent visits with her family. In recent years, her favorite activity was playing bridge as often as six days a week with a group of wonderful friends and partners., She was born on December 31, 1915, in Charleston, West Virginia, daughter of Frank Jarrett Hill and Lillian Haines Hill of Alderson, West Virginia. Her father graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1906. Jean graduated from Charleston High School in 1934 and was married in 1938., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Reginald Foster Woods Jr., who died in 1977; her infant daughter, Nancy Carolyn Woods, who died in 1947; and her sister, Mary Frances Hill Robertson, who died in 2003., She is survived by her son, Reginald Foster Woods III and his wife, Katharine Norden Woods, of Keswick. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Eric Arthur Woods and his wife, Sanya Lloyd Woods, of University City, Missouri, Elizabeth "Beth" Terry Woods Boyer and her husband, Kevin Michael Boyer, of Charlottesville, and Tracy Lee Woods Metz and her husband, Joshua Lee Metz, of Charlottesville; and three great-grandchildren, Morgan Lee Metz, Ainsley Lachlan Boyer and Katharine May Metz. She is also survived by her second cousin, Harriet Hodges Mohler of Charlottesville, and an extended family of nieces and nephews, and their children, to whom she remained very close throughout her life., Jean's family wishes to thank the management and staff of the Colonnades for her many happy years there, Dr. Diane G. Snustad and the staff of the Colonnades Health Center for their excellent care, and her many friends at the Colonnades for their love and companionship., In accordance with her wishes, there will be no memorial service, but a private interment service will be held on a future date at Grace Episcopal Church in Keswick., Memorial contributions can be made to her favorite charity, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville, PO Box 7305, Charlottesville, VA 22906. |
Jeanette Marie Mann, On Thursday, October 28, 2010, our beloved wife and mother, Jeannette Marie Mann, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family., Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Arthur R. Mann; their daughter, Shirley Mann of Charlottesville; their son, James Mann of Philadelphia; and three sisters, Georgie Cote, Cecile Litalien and Rose Vaillancourt., She was born on April 23, 1933, in Brunswick, Maine, the daughter of the late Ben Cote and Marie Anne Levesque Cote. Also predeceasing her are sisters, Adele Wood and Louise Letarte; and a brother, Phillip Cote., She grew up in Brunswick, Maine, graduated from Brunswick High, and went to work at Bowden College. She loved growing up in Maine, and she had many happy memories of her time there. She was a friend to many and she so loved to play Bridge with the girls!, She was a devoted mother and wife and we are so very thankful to have had her in our lives. It is her smile and her laughter that we will carry in our hearts forever., Services will be private., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Legacy Hospice, 675-180 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
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Edward R. Jolley VIRGINIA BEACH - Edward R. Jolley, 78, died Oct. 29, 2010 at home. Mr. Jolley was born in Chicago the son ..... |
Jonathan David Booker Jonathan David Booker, 36, of 227 County Road, Etowah, Tenn., died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. He was the husband of Vickie Morrow Booker. He was born Oct. 22, 1974, in Lynchburg, a son of Cacky Shelton Booker, of Deltaville, and the late David Sebastian Booker. He was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Gloucester and an employee of Cormetech Manufacturing. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by his stepmother, Barbara Tucker Booker, of Altavista; one daughter, Jasper Danielle Booker, of Etowah, Tenn.; two stepdaughters, Taylor Morrow and Chelsea Morrow, both of Etowah, Tenn.; one brother, Joseph (Jody) Shelton Booker, and wife, Jennifer, of Wake; one stepsister, Denise Dalton, of Hurt; two nieces, Jesse Booker and Jordan Booker, of Wake; and his maternal grandmother, Elosie Shelton, of Altavista. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Jenks Shelton, and paternal grandparents, Tick Booker and Frances Booker. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Finch & Finch Chapel, Altavista, by the Rev. Jim Manuel and Rev. Tim Layne, with interment to follow at Altavista Memorial Park, with military honors by the Virginia Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Oct. 31, 2010, at Finch & Finch Funeral and Cremation Service, Altavista, and at other times at the residence of Ronnie and Regina Shelton, 641 Level Run Road, Hurt. The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider Altavista EMS, P.O. Box 1, Altavista, VA 24517. To send condolences, please visit www.finchand finchfuneralservice.com. |
Josie Wohnig Phelps, 78, of Chesterfield, departed this life on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010., Josie was a long time member of Highland United Methodist Church in Colonial Heights, a member of the Davis-King Women's Circle, and was involved with Vacation Bible School for many years. She was among the first teacher's aides trained by Chesterfield County Public Schools and worked at Harrowgate Elementary School for many years. Her love, guidance, and caring nature will be missed by her family., She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin R. Phelps, and her parents, Max Earl Wohnig and Estelle Inge Wohnig., She is survived by her brother, Jerry Neal Wohnig; her daughter, Lynne Phelps Hamlin and her husband, John; her son, C. Randolph Phelps; grandchildren, Kristen and Nicole Hamlin, and Matthew and Stephanie Phelps; and great-granddaughter, Karleigh Phelps., The family would like to thank the staff at Lucy Corr Nursing Home for the loving care given to Mrs. Phelps., A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard with the Rev. William Rawlings officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, Va. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at |
Joyce Alexander Perry, Our beloved grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, wife and friend, Joyce Alexander Perry, passed away peacefully from natural causes on Monday, October 11, 2010, at the young age of 87., Born in Mooresville, North Carolina, on May 30, 1924, Joyce was the youngest of 14 girls and grew up to be the loving wife of the late William R.; Perry and dedicated mother to Linda Perry Tebault and LIbby Perry Sykes. Throughout her years, she lived in Waynesboro, Virginia, Greensboro, North Carolina, and for the last 13 years, Richmond, Virginia. For 20 years she served the Waynesboro Public School system as secretary to the superintendent and later worked for ITT in Charlottesville and Virginia Beach Federal Credit Union. Upon moving to Richmond, Joyce became the oldest employee of Pink in Carytown, assisting the owners as an administrative assistant. Always the social butterfly, she seldom showed up to an engagement without her famous cheeseball in tow or in costume, depending on the holiday. Joyce's love of life could clearly be seen by the sparkle in her eyes, her magnetic smile, her singing, the spring in her dancing feet and her unyielding will to give to numerous charitable causes. She was always bringing people together, whether for family reunions, cookouts, singalongs or any other event she could coordinate., Most of all Joyce looked for countless ways to bring joy and laughter and meaning to the lives of those she loved., Joyce is survived by her two sisters, Grace Alexander Poston of Tulsa Oklahoma and Julia Cornelius of Vero Beach, Florida, her two daughters, Linda Perry Tebault and Libby Perry Sykes of Richmond, Virginia; her three grandchildren, Danielle and Alex Tebault and Jaime Ridolphi of Richmond, Virginia, and countless wonderful nieces, nephews and friends., In lieu of flowers, please donate to the SPCA (for her love of animals), the or a charitable organization of your own choosing., The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of Westport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Forest Avenue for taking such impeccable care of Joyce until her very last days. Their care and compassion made even the most difficult of times seem easier., A private ceremony will be held for family and friends in November. The date has not yet been determined. |
June Goldstein passed away on Friday, October 29, 2010., She was born on June 8, 1927, in New York City, New York, to Sarah and Leonard Kirsch. She moved to Charlottesville in 2005 and has subsequently moved through many levels of care in our area nursing care industry. Through it all, she maintained a tremendous level of dignity, kindness and was well loved by the care givers in each establishment., After living in New York, Maryland, and Connecticut, she retired to Florida with her husband of 52 years, the late Milton Goldstein. When she arrived in Charlottesville, she had already been battling Parkinson's Disease for twelve years. She was immediately greeted with new nicknames of affection: June Bug, Juney, Miss June, and was treated with Southern hospitality. Her greatest accomplishment in her last years was to befriend a new best friend and care giver, Debbie Graves. They went everywhere together, with or without medical approval, and they were a variation on the story of Thelma and Louise and they will miss each other greatly., June' survivors include her brother and his wife, Dr. Sandford and Gloria Kirsch of Chappaqua, New York; her sons and daughters-in-law, Doctors Mark and Michele Goldstein-Masliah of New York, New York, Larry Goldstein and Daria Okugawa of Charlottesville, Virhinia, and Jeff Goldstein and Carrie Inoshita of Boulder, Colorado. She is survived by ten grandchildren and stepchildren, two great-grandchildren and an extended family of nieces and nephews., Throughout her life, June was a people person, offering an empathetic ear and good counsel to all. She was a tremendous home maker with impeccable taste and a Life Master bridge player. Her ultimate joy was providing for her children and her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by those who felt her generosity and playfulness. Her family is especially appreciative of Dr. Snustad, Dr. Neal, and the many kind women who did all the things to give her a good transition out of this life., In her memory, the family requests that you make a donation to your favorite non-profit organization that tends to children, the elderly, animals or the arts. |
DRAUCKER, June Price, widow of Clinton Ray Draucker Jr., of Richmond, died peacefully Monday, October 25, 2010. She is survived by her children, Doug Draucker (Earle Elaine), Jerry Draucker (Lisa), Claudia D. Archibeque and Deborah Draucker; her grandchildren, Jason, Adam (Kylie), Kyle and Michael Draucker, Scott Archibeque (Natalie), Kim A. Clem (Mike), Rick Matthews and Jonathan Moyer; her great-grandchildren, Julia, Cole and Price Draucker, Garrett and Grayson Archibeque, and Nathaniel Clem. She is also survived by her brother, Kenneth Price (Barbara); and her sister, Doris Mae Wade (Carroll); many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, November 5, 2010, 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 909 Rennie Ave., Richmond. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1503 Michael Road, Richmond, Va. 23229. |
BLOUNT, Kathy J. "Robin," entered eternal rest October 22, 2010. Cherishing her memory are her son, Calvin Blount III; mother, Althea Jones; father, Robert E. Jones Sr.; three brothers, Christopher W. Patterson, Dr. Gregory Patterson, and Robert E. Jones III; a devoted friend, Lisa Allen; and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing, 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Road. Homegoing celebration, 12 noon Monday at First African Baptist Church, 2700 Hanes Ave. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
HOCKADAY - KEITH Happy 44th Birthday! You left us peaceful memories, your love is still with us and though we cannot see you, you are always in our thoughts. Love, Mom & Family |
Kenneth L. McGarvey PORTSMOUTH - Kenneth Leonard McGarvey, 62, of Kennedy Drive, passed away Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 in his residence. Born March 16, 1948 in Grove City, Pa., he was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Mary McGarvey and a brother, Larry McGarvey. Ken was a proud U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, a Purple Heart recipient and member of VFW Post No. 993 in Portsmouth and the Eagles Club in Grove City, Pa. He is survived by a daughter, Melissa Callihan and husband Korry; a son, Tim Lyon and wife Aimee, both of Pennsylvania; a sister, Linda Wimer and husband Ed of Wisconsin; three grandchildren, Makenzie, Austin and Gracie; and a host of friends. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today, Oct. 31, in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Mike Putnam. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Ken's cremains will be buried beside his parents in Woodland Cemetery, Grove City, Pa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VFW Post No. 933. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com. |
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Oct 31, 2010 The funeral for Lawrence Lee "Larry" Brannon Jr., 65, of Meadows of Dan, who died Oct. 26, 2010, was held Saturday at Sycamore Baptist Church. The Revs. Gerald Melton and Terry Martin and Evangelist Bunny Gregory officiated. Burial was in Mountain View United Methodist Church cemetery. Military rites were by the Patrick County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Adam Brannon, Derrick Rucker, Mark Wood, Mike Wood, Jason Wood, Danny Belcher, Steve Belcher, Jimmy Belcher, Ronnie Coble, Timmy Coble and Matt Turman. Arrangements were by Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. |
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Leroy W. Walton Leroy W. Walton, age 73, Woodbridge, Virginia, passed away on Thursday morning, Oct. 28, 2010., Leroy was born on May 26, 1937 in Moscow, Pennsy-lvania. He was the son of the late Elwood and Valeda Walton. He was employed for 43 years with the FBI as a fingerprint specialist., He is survived by his wife: Wanda; three daughters and one son: Teresa Walton, Fairmont, W.Va.; Donna (Tim) Pagel, Jupiter, Fla.; Leroy S. Walton, Woodbridge; and Tricia (Robert) Stoss, Wood-bridge; three grandchildren, Ashton Moore, Wood-bridge; Chloe and Robbie Stoss, Woodbridge; one great grandchild, Chaseton Villarrial, Woodbridge; three brothers and one sister: Al (Martha) Walton, Tallahassee, Fla.; Richard (Marion) Walton, Moscow, Penn; Gary (Mardell) Walton, Hudson, Wisc.; and one sister, Jesse McLain, Moscow, Penn.; nieces and nephews along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Howard and Elwood. Leroy enjoyed spending time with his family and was a NASCAR and an avid Penn State Nittany Lions and Washington Redskins fan., A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Miller Funeral Home, Woodbridge, Va. Officiating will be Pastor Charles Clark. Relatives and friends may attend a viewing at Miller Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Arrangements by, Miller Funeral Home, of Woodbridge, Va. |
In loving memory of a Daddy, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Lester Larry "Lucky" Cox. You went to heaven on 10/28/09. Our hearts are still sad and lonely. You will never be forgotten. You will forever live within our hearts. We love you, your Family, Mom & Daughter. We miss you, your Brother and Sisters, Boo, Juanita, Evelyn, Cooky and Diane. Your Nephews, Tony and Alonzo. We will always hold onto your memories. Your Nieces, Nephews, and devoted Friend Ria. Love you Lucky, Your Family |
JORDAN, Lola C., 71, of Lakeside, went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2010. She is survived by her children, Anita Key, Bonnie Crigger, Calvin Jordan, Ronnie Jordan, Jimmy Jordan, 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She will be missed by many. Services will be held 3 p.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church, 1981 Cardwell Rd., Crozier, Va. 23039. |
Lorraine M. Manley VIRGINIA BEACH - Lorraine M. Manley, 81, of Larkwood Drive, went to be with the Lord, Oct. 29, 2010 in her home. Mrs. Manley, a native of Portsmouth, was the daughter of the late Herbert and Dale Swann Marshall. She was retired and served as a member of the Inspector General Team and consultant. Mrs. Manley a longtime active member of Port Norfolk Baptist Church, Portsmouth, and taught Sunday school for many years. Also, she was active in Faith Sunday School Class at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church, Virginia Beach. She was predeceased by a brother, J.C. Marshall. Survivors include her daughter, Terry Wilhelm and husband David of Virginia Beach; two granddaughters, Meredith and Allison; a niece, Roxy Marshall and her daughter, Melanie; nephews, Bubba Marshall and wife Cathy, Duane Marshall and wife Debbie and son Duane; and numerous cousins and friends. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Port Norfolk Baptist Church, Chapel by the Rev. Terry L. Taylor and Dr. Ector Hamrick. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Portsmouth. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth. A special thanks to Mid-Atlantic Regional Ambulance. |
Funeral services for the Rev. Louis Harrison Jones of 5618 Arbor Point Terrace, Chester, who died on Friday morning at Chippenham Hospital, Richmond, will be conducted Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Chapel of the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. Dr. Johnnie Flemming, pastor of Second Baptist Church, Chester, will officiate. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
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Survivors include her daughter, Suzanne Edwards and her husband, Robert; granddaughters, Dr. Cary Edwards Moore and her husband, Brett of Newport News, and Dr. Christine Edwards Dittrich and her husband, Darren of Dallas, Texas; great-grandchildren, Allison, Natalie and Sophie Moore, and Rylie-Mae and Spencer Dittrich. |
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Mae Adkins BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Mae Adkins, 88, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at her home. She attended Charity Chapel Baptist Church in the Orebank community. Her husband, Willie Adkins; parents; three brothers; and two sisters preceded her in death. Surviving are three daughters, Betty Sullivan, Ruth McMurray and husband, Paul, and Margaret Hayes and husband, Hiram, all of Blountville; one son, Curtis K. Adkins of Kingsport, Tenn.; eight grandchildren, Chuck Adkins, Becky Rouse, Travis Adkins, Mark Sullivan, Kristie Bowman, Bryan McMurray, Randy Wooten Jr. and Ronnie Wooten; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport. Services will follow at 8 p.m. at the funeral home with Evangelist Pat Hammond and the Rev. Orville Rogers officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at East Lawn Memorial Park. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons. Please visit |
BURKETT - Maggie Happy 86th Birthday! We love and miss you so much mom, We will always remember you, and We think of you everyday. Your loving children, Alonzo & Vivian |
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Lorraine M. Manley VIRGINIA BEACH - Lorraine M. Manley, 81, of Larkwood Drive, went to be with the Lord, Oct. 29, 2010 in her ..... |
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Marie J. Kidd Marie Johnson Kidd, 84, of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Heritage Green. She was the devoted wife of Abe Nelson Kidd for 46 years. She was a member of Redeeming Grace Baptist Church for over 60 years. Her parents were the late Miller Jennings Johnson and Ada Kidd Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Miller T. Johnson and William L. Johnson. Marie is survived by her two daughters, Katherine K. Ellis, and husband, Eddie, of Asheboro, N.C., and Kim K. Stewart, and husband, David, of Forest; her son, Thomas N. Kidd, and his wife, Danita, of Forest; her six grandchildren, Cindy King and husband, Patrick, Timothy Ellis and wife, Jennifer, Jennifer Kidd, Ashley Stewart, Emily Stewart and Kellie Stewart; her six great-grandchildren, Mariann King, Aaron King, Zachary Ellis, Daniel Ellis, Annie Ellis and Andrew Ellis; her two sisters, Ruth Proffitt and Nancy Ripley; and her two sisters-in-law, Beth Mehaffey and Juanita Johnson. The family will receive friends Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel, with the Rev. Mike O'Brien officiating. Burial will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Redeeming Grace Baptist Church, 3630 Old Forest Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24501, (434) 385-7413. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel, is serving the Kidd family. |
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Oct 31, 2010 Marion Ruth Minter, 98, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, in Lakeland, Fla. She was born in Detroit, Mich., on Dec. 27, 1911, to Alice and William Peet. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Dillard "Dee" B. Minter; and a daughter, Maureen Minter Gravely. She lived in Henry County from 1968 to 1981. She attended First Presbyterian Church of Collinsville. She helped raise Gail Ronan of Allen Park, Mich. Surviving are a son, Daniel B. Minter of Plainfield, Ill.; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. The family will hold a private graveside service. Memorials may be made to the Minter Family Cemetery Fund, c/o Sandra Johnson, 224 Mountain Drive, Martinsville, Va. 24112. |
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Martha Anne Conley Hunt, Martha Anne Conley Hunt, of Charlottesville, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center following a brief illness., She was born on April 22, 1933, in Culpeper, Virginia, the daughter of the late Robert Lee Conley, Sr and Bertha Morris Conley., She joined the Charlottesville Presbyterian Church on April 7, 1946, and was a devoted life-long member, nursery helper/ Sunday school teacher and volunteer of the church, which later became First Presbyterian Church of Charlottesville., She attended Charlottesville Public Schools, and held different positions during her 45- year banking career with National Bank/Jefferson National Bank/Wachovia Bank., She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Luther Monroe Hunt Jr; one son, Gary Monroe Hunt and his wife, Debbie, of Stuarts Draft; one daughter, Judith Hunt Price and her husband, Scott, of Palmyra; one brother, Robert Lee Conley Jr. and his wife. Joanne; two sisters, Evelyn Marie Conley and Gracie Conley Dulaney, all of Charlottesville; three treasured granddaughters, Caroline Hunter Price, Norah Monroe Hunt and Lindsay Campbell Price; and six nieces and nephews, and many friends and neighbors in the Fry Springs area where the Hunts have resided for 46 years., A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, November 1, 2010, at Mooreland Baptist Church in North Garden with Reverend Kimberleigh Wells officiating., The family will receive friends from 3 until 4 p.m. Sunday, October 31, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home., Memorial contributions are suggested to the Charlottesville/Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 160, Charlottesville, VA 22902., The family would also like to give a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Amy West for her loving care, as well as to the staff on the 4th floor Coronary Care Unit., Anne was a kind and generous woman who treasured every moment and whose constant smile and zest for life will be greatly missed. |
Martha Miller Shaw CHESAPEAKE - Martha Miller Shaw, a lifelong resident of the Chesapeake area, fell asleep Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 in her home, surrounded by family. Mrs. Shaw was born in Norfolk, to George and Addie Treynor. She was a member of the Hampton Roads Christadelphian Ecclesia, and enjoyed studying the Truth and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be remembered for being a loving, kind, and giving wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Shaw is survived by her husband, Herbert Shaw; brother, William Treynor; a son, Burnley Miller Jr.; three daughters, Kathy Lee, Martha Holley and Lori Smith; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held today, Oct. 31, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, 5815 W. High St., Portsmouth. A graveside service will be held at Rosewood Memorial Park in Virginia Beach Monday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com. Throughout her life she kept the Truth close to her heart, and will now sleep in a memorial tomb awaiting the Lord's return. "Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." |
Mary was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Ruth Deuell; maternal grandfather, Raymond Young; and paternal grandfather, Dalton H. Hylton. |
Mary Francis Wingard Hicks BRISTOL, Tenn. Mary Francis Wingard Hicks departed this life on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth L. Hicks. She is survived by a daughter, Diane Hamlyn and her husband, Roy, of Atlanta; a son, David Hicks, of Richmond, Va.; a sister, Louise Cowan of Bristol; and two granddaughters, Emily Hamlyn of Denver and Heather Hamlyn of Atlanta. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 o'clock Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service be conducted at 2 o'clock Tuesday in the chapel of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Mark Frazier officiating. Burial in Shelby Hills Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Wellmont Hospice, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620; Bristol Humane Society, 415 Cumberland Street, Bristol, VA 24201 or the, , 508 Princeton Rd No. 102, Johnson City, TN 37601-2060. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
HARRISON, Mary Lucille (Adkins Hardy Bowen), 91, of Richmond, Va., IN HIS PRESENCE, October 28, 2010. She was preceded in death by her three faithful husbands, Rev. Ernest Hardy, Kelly Bowen and James Harrison; her daughters, Mary Carolyn Hardy, at 18 months, and Joyce Hardy Wiley; and her grandson, Todd Wiley. She is survived by her daughter, Gipsie Smith Rodrigues and husband, Paul; and grandchildren, Robin, Ricky and Lisa Wiley, Scott, Suzanne and Brett Smith, and Rebecca Smith Vogel; and great-grandchildren, Kelly Wiley, Kai and Malia Smith. Her family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2010 followed by funeral services at 2 p.m. at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road. Interment Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Shiloh Pentecostal Holiness Church or a chaity of choice. |
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Oct 31, 2010 The funeral for Mary Magdalene Helms Simmons, 69, of Bassett, who died Oct. 27, 2010, was held Saturday at True Gospel Holiness Church in Martinsville with Bishop Willie Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Walter Hairston Jr., Calvin Helms, Fitzgerald Helms, James Mack, Jermaine Mack, Erin Reynolds and Jesse Via. Bassett Funeral Services was in charge of the arrangements. |
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Thomas McAllister VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas W. McAllister passed away Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010. Born in Queens, N.Y., he served in the United States ..... |
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Kenneth L. McGarvey PORTSMOUTH - Kenneth Leonard McGarvey, 62, of Kennedy Drive, passed away Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 in his residence. Born March 16, ..... |
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Nick is survived by his wife, Gloria J. Ruggeri; beloved son, Michael Ruggeri of Denver, Colo.; dearly loved daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Wayne Morrison of Poquoson, Va.; grandchildren, Tiffany LaByer of Miami, Fla., Stephanie Ruggeri of Columbia, S.C.; Zach Morrison of Yorktown, Va.; great-grandchild, Aden Ruggeri of Columbia, S.C.; brother, Phillip "Ski" Ruggeri of Dover, Ohio; brother, John Ruggeri of Wooster, Ohio; brother, David Ruggeri of Texas; and many nieces and nephews. |
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at First Baptist Church, with a memorial service starting at 4 p.m. |
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David Wilmot Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - David Wilmot Owens, 70, passed away peacefully Oct. 28, 2010. He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn Owens ..... |
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Oct 31, 2010 Dr. Patricia Bowles Scales, 70, of 16750 A.L. Philpott Highway, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, while visiting Maryland. She was the wife of Vesharn Scales of the home. Hines Funeral Services will handle the arrangements. |
Paul Merle Brant Jr., Paul Merle Brant Jr., 68, of Scottsville, Virginia, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., Paul was born on June 4, 1942, on the family farm at Brantville in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, to the late Paul M. and Garnet May (Whitlock) Brant Sr., He graduated from Greenbrier High School in 1960, and went on to receive a Bachelors Degree in Forestry from West Virginia University, a Masters Degree in science from Marshall University and was a Fellow of the Agricultural Policy Institute at North Carolina State University. While he was proudly a native of West Virginia, he lived in Charlottesville, Virginia, from 1995 until 2009. He moved to Scottsville, Virginia, in the late summer of 2009., Paul passed on many wonderful life lessons, love and memories to his children, friends and family., Paul is survived by his son Geoffrey Earle Brant and his daughter, Amy Brant Lambert, of Scottsville; two granddaughters, Brittany Ann Cominos and Brant Jae Lambert, also of Scottsville, Virginia; his brother, Alan Edward Brant of Grassy, Missouri; his sister, Linda Kay (Brant) Papa, of Bluefield, West Virginia. He is also survived by his niece, Tracy Marie Brant; and his great-niece, Garnet May Davies of Sydney, Australia; his nephews, Carmen Anthony (Marsie) Papa III and two great-nephews, Braden and Lucas, all of Raleigh, North Carolina; and Shawn Alan (April) Papa, great-niece, Taylor, and great-nephew, Ethan, all of Bluefield, West Virginia; as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by wife, Leslie Ann (Dornblazer) Brant., Throughout his life, Paul was a faithful member and a humble volunteer for numerous community organizations. Paul was a long time advocate and promoter of local, sustainable food and agriculture, and was currently serving on several community development projects. During his 30+ year career with the USDA/ Soil Conservation Service, Paul assisted small farmers, businesses and community organizations achieve conservation and sustainable development goals, and he was keenly aware of the economic and environmental realities of achieving these goals. It was often stated that Paul was always starting something and getting folks to organize and accomplish things they never knew they wanted or needed; yet, finding themselves wondering what they ever did without them before!, It was Paul's wishes to be cremated., A celebration of life will be held in Scottsville, Virginia, 5:30 p.m. Friday, November 5, 2010, at 155 Irish Road, with a potluck dinner following the service., Another celebration will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 7, 2010, in Ronceverte, West Virginia, at the Ronceverte Island Park Amphitheater, bring a chair, with a potluck dinner following the services at the Trinity United Methodist Church., Submitted by Longanacre Funeral Home in Fairlea, West Virginia. |
Phillip Lawrence (Larry) Blondino Phillip Lawrence (Larry) Blondino, 64, of Monroe, passed away Friday, Oct. 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Cathy Hudson Blondino. Born July 17, 1946, at Guggenheimer Hospital in Lynchburg, he was a son of the late Ross and Carolene Thorpe Blondino. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Frank Ross "Pete" Blondino. Mr. Blondino was retired from the Intermet Archer Creek Foundry after 27 years of service. He was a member of Randolph Memorial Baptist Church and of Woodmen of the World. He loved his family and his church family. Survivors also include his brother, Eddie "Dick" Blondino and wife, Delores, of Madison Heights; a sister, Lynn Laughlin and husband, Jimmy, of Monroe; sisters-in-law, Martha Blondino, of Monroe, and Marilyn Peterson and husband, Tommy, of Chesterfield; his aunt, Mildred Stilfield, of Chase City; two uncles, Frank Thorpe and wife, Teresa, of Saxe, and Willie Blondino, of Norfolk; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. While there is no scheduled visitation, Mr. Blondino may be viewed at Whitten Monelison Chapel from 1 to 7 p.m. today, Oct. 31, 2010. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Briarwood Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Dr. Derik Hamby. Flowers are welcome, and memorial contributions may be made to Randolph Memorial Baptist Church, Monelison Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad or to Centra Hospice. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. |
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Holly B. Pugh CHESAPEAKE - Holly Jean Barlow Pugh, 55, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 after a brave and courageous battle with pharyngeal ..... |
CAMPBELL, Racilia J. August 8, 1940 - October 30, 2009 Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Friend.....On this day, a year ago, our hearts broke at your departure. Knowing that you are in the Lord's presence brings us comfort. You will never be forgotten by all who love you. You will forever remain in our hearts and your legacy will continue. We will do all that we promised you. We love you, Rest in Peace. |
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Richard H. Cover Jr. CHESAPEAKE - Richard H. Cover Jr. died Oct. 24, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com. |
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Richard Ramsey Olinger 80, of Greenfield Dairy Farm in Ruckersville died on Friday, October 29, 2010, in Charlottesville., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2010, at the Mountain View United Methodist Church in Quinque with interment at Mount Moriah United Methodist Church Cemetery in White Hall., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2010, at the Preddy Funeral Home in Madison. |
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Wiley H. Rivers NORFOLK - Wiley H. "Gator" Rivers, 81, of the 800 block of Reservoir Ave., passed away Oct. 26, 2010. A funeral ..... |
Robert D. Staton Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Durward Staton Jr., 62, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He was a native of Scotland Neck, N.C., and had been a resident of Virginia Beach for the last eight years. Mr. Staton was employed by Hoffman Beverage Co. as a safety director and was an operations manager for S & R Transport; he was also part owner in Colonial Truck and Trailer. He was a graduate from East Carolina University where he majored in education and business. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lillian White; and his father, Robert Durward Staton Sr. Survivors include his companion, Lisa Lynn Troup; two sons, Robert D. Staton III and wife Peaches and Ronald D. Staton; sister, Sheila S. Nobles and husband Larry; three grandchildren, Harley, Gracie and Ethan Staton; one niece, Julie Kelley; and three nephews, Scott Braddy, Ryan Nobles and Paul Nobles The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, also at the funeral home with burial to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. |
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Roger W. Sexton GLADE SPRING, Va. Roger W. Sexton, age 58, passed away Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn. He was born in Arlington, Va., and has lived in Washington County, Va., most of his life. He was a son of the late Walter Sexton and Mary Sexton Miller. Roger was a graduate of Abingdon High School in 1970 and was a veteran of the, , where he spent most of his time in Underwater Swim School in Key West, Fla. He was a member of the American Legion. Mr. Sexton was a retired auto mechanic for 30 years, having worked at Don's Garage in Abingdon, Jay Johnson Chrysler in Bristol, Campbell Ford in Abingdon, and Crabtree Pontiac in Bristol. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Katheryn Gail Sexton; and a brother, Charles "Corky" Sexton. Roger is survived by his wife, Jackie Coalson Sexton; two sons, Brian Sexton of Glade Spring, and Douglas Sexton and his wife, Amy, of Virginia Beach, Va.; five grandchildren, Xavier Sexton, Olivia Sexton, Ella Sexton, Rachel Sexton, and Joseph Richardson; three sisters, Annette Caudill (twin sister) of Bristol Tennessee, Marlene Dickenson and her husband, John, of Bristol Virginia, and Pam Minnick and her husband, Roy, of Bristol Virginia; three brothers, Scott Sexton and his wife, Glenda, of Glade Spring, Wayne Sexton and his wife, Deb, of Bristol Virginia, and Dale Sexton and his wife, Vanessa, of Mendota, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, in the Riverview Chapel at Garrett Funeral Home in Damascus, Va., with Pastor Robbie Coggins officiating. Military graveside rites conducted by the Highlands Fellowship Veterans Honor Guard and the Virginia National Guard Honor Guard. Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Minnick, John Dickenson, Rocky Coalson, Sam Rouse, and Clifton Rouse. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Highlands Fellowship Veterans Honor Guard, c/o Butch Neal, 18162 Black Hollow Road, Abingdon, VA 24210. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Tuesday prior to the memorial service at Garrett Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family and a memorial video tribute may be viewed by visiting |
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Rosemary Reynolds Neese MEADOWVIEW, Va. The funeral service for Rosemary Reynolds Neese will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at Meadowview United Methodist Church with the Rev. David Jackson officiating. Burial will follow at Holston Conference Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Meadowview United Methodist Church, 29043 Walker Lane, Meadowview, VA 24361; or to Emory & Henry College Athletics, P.O. Box 950, Emory, VA 24327. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
NEWPORT NEWS - Roy J. Bedsaul Jr., 57, passed away Oct. 4, 2010 at Riverside Hospital. |
Ruby A. Wise Tignor ABINGDON, Va. The family of Ruby A. Wise Tignor will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at Frost Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon with the Rev. Paul Price officiating. Family and friends wishing to attend the services are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10: 45 a.m. A book of memories is available online at |
Ruby Pigman Funeral services for Ruby Pigman will be held at Abingdon Baptist Church at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31, with Dr. Steven Pollard officiating. Entombment will follow at Forest Hills Colonial Chapel Mausoleum in Abingdon. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
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Ruth H. Garrison PORTSMOUTH - Services for Ruth Harrison Garrison, 81, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church. Loving Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.lovingfuneralhome.com. |
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Sadie Mildred Wood Herring, 91, of Charlottesville, died on Friday, October 29, 2010, at a local health care facility., She was born in Greene County, Virginia, on April 17, 1919, the daughter of the late Jesse Thomas Wood and Sadie Gilbert Wood. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Levi Edward Herring., She is survived by her son, Dwight Herring and his wife, Gwen; two grandchildren, Jaime Eryn Herring Chilstrom and her husband, Steve, Meaghan Lindsay Herring Gibson and her husband, Jesse; two great-grandchildren, Madeline Ann Chilstrom and Sophie Grace Gibson; three special friends, Audrey Smith, Virginia Roberts and Helen Brooks., A graveside funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens with Pastor Buster Payne officiating., The family would like to thank the staff of Winterhaven and the Laurels for their care of Mrs. Herring., The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Binghams United Methodist Church or the Charlottesville Albemarle Rescue Squad. |
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Barbara Scaggs CHESAPEAKE - Barbara Scaggs of the 4700 block of Gratton St., passed away Oct. 29, 2010. She was born at Ball State ..... |
Little Shamia Irene Rajae Hopkins of 1931 Wakefield Avenue, Petersburg, Va., died Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
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Martha Miller Shaw CHESAPEAKE - Martha Miller Shaw, a lifelong resident of the Chesapeake area, fell asleep Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 in her home, ..... |
ALFORD, Mrs. Sheila A., of Richmond, departed this life October 30, 2010. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th St. Funeral notice later. |
BLOUNT, Ms. Shirley Yvonne In God's care you rest above, in our hearts you rest with love, Until we meet again. With love, Happy Birthday -Your Family |
GRAVES, SHIRLEY D. 8/12/1936 - 10/29/2009 You will never be forgotten. For though we are apart, you are always and forever alive in our hearts. Love, The Family |
Stanley "Pete" Robinson LEBANON, Va. Stanley "Pete" Robinson, 92, of the Hansonville community, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, in Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon. Born April 8, 1918 in Russell County, a son of the late Joseph (Hook) Robinson and the late Nannie Lampkins Robinson, he was the husband of the late Betty Robinson. A graduate of Temple Hill High School in Castlewood, Va., he was a U. S., veteran of |
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Robert D. Staton Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Durward Staton Jr., 62, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He ..... |
MADISON, Stuart Carl "Peck," 89, of Richmond, passed away October 30, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Louise S. Madison; sister-in-law, Mildred Atkins; brother-in-law, Alvin Sublett and his wife, Cleo; three nieces, Barbara Fralin, Carolyn Fralin and Angela Sublett; two nephews, Richard Atkins and Ivan Sublett. A special thanks to their close friends and neighbors, Pat and Robert Richardson for their loving devotion and commitment in caring for them on many, many occasions; special friends, Curtis and May Edwards for the wonderful goodtimes and memories from their vacations together; as well as the many other neighbors for their love, support and help during these special times. Peck was a U.S. Army veteran from WWII and he retired from American Tobacco. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at Bliley's- Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where a funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Maury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 7151 Belmont Road, Chesterfield, Va. 23832. |
GREEN, Mr. Thomas Ray Sr., 63, of South Hill, died Friday, October 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Betsy S. Green of the home; a son, Tommy Ray Green Jr. and special friend, Tracy Gill, of McKinney; stepson, Justin Wayne Sculthrope and wife, Elizabeth, of Richmond; one sister, Carol Johnson and husband, Billy, of Kenbridge; one brother, Joseph Allen Green of Kenbridge; and two grandchildren, Andrew Clayton Green and Michaela Morgan Green. Mr. Green was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Reuben Leon Green Jr. A funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Kent Wise at 2 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2010 at Farrar Funeral Chapel with interment to follow in Crestview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial considerations my be directed to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 105, Richmond, Va. 23228. Farrar Funeral Home, South Hill is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at farrarfuneralhome.net. |
Thomas McAllister VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas W. McAllister passed away Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010. Born in Queens, N.Y., he served in the United States Navy, was a veteran of the Korean War and retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield of New York. Thomas lived on Long Island, N.Y., and Crystal River, Fla., prior to moving to Virginia Beach. He was predeceased by his son, Kevin. Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Anne McAllister; his sons, Thomas McAllister of Brightwaters, N.Y., Donald and Brian McAllister of Virginia Beach; his daughters, Sharon Riordan and husband Jack of Brightwaters, N.Y., and Colleen McAllister Grego and husband Steven of Baiting Hollow, N.Y.; sister, Patricia Forde and husband Terry of Florida; and loving grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Services were private and he will be buried beside his son in Long Island National Cemetery (Pine Lawn). Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate. org. |
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COLEMAN, Virginia, passed away October 30, 2010. She was born at Stevensville, King and Queen County on October 18, 1914. She was the last of her immediate family, a longtime, active member of Smyrna Christian Church and a member of King and Queen Jr. Woman's Club. She graduated from Stevensville High School, attended business school and retired in 1976. She is survived by a great-nephew, Robert Coleman; his wife, Melinda and their three sons; a niece, Marion Whitlow; three nephews, James, Edward and Ronald Coleman and a number of great-nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at B.W. White Funeral Home, 20408 King William Rd. on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m., and where the service will be Monday at 11 a.m. Interment at Smyrna Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Walkerton Volunteer Fire Department, Mattaponi Volunteer Rescue Squad or a charity of your choice. |
Vivian H. Harlow NORFOLK - Vivian Hudson Harlow, 81, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2010 after a short illness. A daughter of Roy and Rowland Hudson of Moyock, N.C., she grew up in Williamston, N.C., and lived most of her adult life in Great Bridge. In addition to her parents, Vivian was predeceased by her husband of 20 years, Claude L. "Johnnie" Harlow and her first granddaughter, Kika Johnson. Vivian is survived by two daughters, Claudia Johnson and husband Steve of Norfolk and Sharon Gunn and husband Jay of Walters; one son, Joel Harlow and wife Winona of Indian Trail, N.C.; two brothers, Roy Hudson and wife Evelyn of Virginia Beach and Charles Hudson and wife Barbara of Sligo, N.C.; one sister, Doris Rose of Shreveport, La.; her beloved six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and longtime faithful cat "Leebie". A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, in St. Andrew's Episcopal Church by the Rev. John Rohrs. Burial will follow at 12:15 p.m. in the Chesapeake Memorial Gardens in Great Bridge by the Rev. Thomas L. Mercer Sr. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4 p.m. today, Oct. 31, at H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1004 Graydon Ave., Norfolk, VA 23507. Online condolences may be sent to hdoliver.com. |
Wanda Marie (Pon) Minton Olinger SALTVILLE, Va. Wanda Marie (Pon) Minton Olinger, age 79, passed away on Oct. 30, 2010, in the Smyth County Community Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Online condolences may be sent to |
Wiley H. Rivers NORFOLK - Wiley H. "Gator" Rivers, 81, of the 800 block of Reservoir Ave., passed away Oct. 26, 2010. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Ber- kley Avenue Chapel. |
Willard served as President of the Virginia Association of Commonwealth's Attorneys, President of the Newport News Bar Association, an officer of the National Association of District Attorneys, and Chairman of the Virginia State Bar's Criminal Law Section. Additionally, he was selected to serve on the Virginia State Bar's Professionalism Course. Willard also received the Robert F. Horan, Jr. Outstanding Service Award from the Virginia Association of Commonwealth's Attorneys, which is the highest honor the Association bestows on its members. |
William Joseph Brown PORTSMOUTH - William Joseph "Buddy" Brown also known as "Barnacle Bud" of the 100 block of Constitution Ave., passed away at home surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010. He suffered a short bout with lung and spine cancer. He was predeceased by his father, William T. Brown (managing editor of the Portsmouth Star and author of the column the "Old Grouch") and his mother, Elizabeth Culpepper Brown. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Tiffany Brown and his sons, Michael Casey Brown, Stephen York; his sister, Anne Brown Kenney; and loving daughter-in-law, Crystal Brown; two grandchildren, Ryan York and Alexis O'Neil Brown. She misses her Poppa but knows he has gone to heaven. He was a retired top trouble shooter mechanic and head of security for Craftwork Sound. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries. He loved to garden and was known throughout for his wonderful tomatoes and collards, which he shared with everyone. He was an avid fisherman and crabber. He had a passion for cooking and grilling and made the best barbeque anywhere. He was raised on Scotts Creek, where he learned to fish, swim and row. A member of his family has been part of Scotts Creek since the early 1600s when they purchased land from the King of England with tobacco. He was very proud of his Irish heritage. He was a loving father, husband and grandfather. He never met a stranger and went out of his way to help all. He loved animals and has left behind two beautiful boxers, Katie and Buster, who are grieving his loss. He was a student of life and a great teacher - he loved history and all kinds of music. He will be gravely missed, our lives will never be the same without him. Heartland Hospice was with us during his last six weeks and we could not have asked for anything better, kinder, and more loving than they provided. Feel free to make donations to Heartland Hospice or the NRA. A celebration of his life will be held in Calvary Baptist Church, Portsmouth, London Boulevard, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate.org. |
William Pierce Campbell William Pierce Campbell, 74 of Culpeper died Friday, October 29, 2010 at his residence., Mr. Campbell was born February 9, 1936 in Viewtown to the late Raymond William Campbell and Thelma Irene Pierce Campbell., Mr. Campbell was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Madison. He was a mechanic and the love of his life was fixing, painting, rebuilding cars. He was a sports fan who enjoyed supporting the Washington Redskins and the Washington Nationals., Bill is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shirley Lou Campbell, one daughter, Brenda Kay James and her husband, Jesse of Goldvien, one son, William "Tony" Campbell of Culpeper and two granddaughters, Tera Renee Madison and her husband, Chris of Manassas and Tanya Nicole James., He is also survived by 4 great grandchildren, Karissa, Kearstin, Kenzington and Darian, a nephew, Jeffery Campbell, a niece, Debbie Driggers, two special friends, Mattie Aylor and Bill Lamb., Additional survivors include a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly., Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Russell and Jack Campbell and one sister, Lottie Mae Campbell., The family will receive friends Monday, November 1, 2010 from 7 - 9 pm at Found and Sons Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper., A funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 1:30 pm in Found and Sons Chapel with the Pastor Dale Freeman officiating., Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery., Memorial donations may be made in Bill's name to the , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Online tributes and condolences may be made at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapels of Culpeper is in charge of the arrangements. |
LATIMER, William S. II, born August 5, 1938, passed away on October 25, 2010, at age 72. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandra Simpson Latimer. He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Latimer; his children, Julie Latimer Hicks, Vicky Latimer Hodge, Kathy Latimer Steel and William S. Latimer III; eight grandchildren; and sister, Ann Latimer. Bill served in the Marine Corps from September 1961 to August 1967. He was a dedicated field agent for the IRS for over 33 years, and best known for coaching Chesterfield Little League baseball and football. Memorial services will be held at Swift Creek Baptist Church on 5 p.m. Thursday, November 4, 2010. The family will receive friends at 4 p.m. and at the service. |
William T. Biskup William T. Biskup, 56, of Evington, passed away Friday, Oct. 22, 2010. He was born March 11, 1954, in Blue Island, Ill., to Thaddeus and Elizabeth Nee Iwanski Biskup, who preceded him in death. Mr. Biskup is survived by his sister, Agnes (Andrew) Krajewski; nieces, Stefanie (fianc‚, Zach Love) and Elizabeth; his family at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lynchburg; two aunts; two uncles; and many cousins and friends. A life member of the NRA, he graduated from Marist H.S. in 1972 and attended Moraine Valley C.C. He was a cook at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lynchburg. He was also working on the 'Great American Novel' and belonged to writing clubs in the Chicago area before moving to Virginia in 1998. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Our Lady of Consolation Church (Day Chapel), 8303 Taft St., Merrillville, IN 46410. Private inurnment will be at St. Benedict Cemetery, Crestwood, Ill. Elmwood Chapel, (219) 365-3474, is in charge of arrangements. www.elm woodchapel.com. |
