He was born on September 22, 1921, in Swift Run, Virginia, to the late Moses and Rebecca Crawford. He was also preceded in death by four brothers and one sister., Aaron is survived by one sister, Mary Compton; two sons, Aaron T. Crawford Jr. and his wife, Marla, and Labon T. Crawford and his wife, Joyce; two daughters, Joan Burling and her husband, LaVon, and Paula Wyant and her husband, Winifred Jr.; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church, Scottsville, with the Pastor David Morris officiating. Interment will follow at the Scottsville Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or the Scottsville Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 381, Scottsville, VA 24590. |
Alice Evilee Roop Morris KONNAROCK, Va. The funeral service for Alice Evilee Roop Morris will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at the graveside at Garmin Blevins Family Cemetery, across from Azen Baptist Church, with Brother Johnnie Osborne officiating. There will be no viewing or visitation at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family and viewed by visiting |
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Arvella Andrewlavage NORFOLK - The widow of John "Andy" Andrewlavage, "Della," passed away peacefully Oct. 16, 2010. Della is survived by her son, Michael ..... |
BUGG, Mrs. Annetta Purdy, age 94, of South Hill, died Thursday, October 14, 2010 in Community Memorial Heath Center. She was married to the late William Joseph Bugg, and is survived by two sons, William Joseph Bugg Jr. "Bill" and his wife, Elaine, of Richmond and Charles L. Bugg and his wife, Sharon, of Madison Heights, Va.; a sister, Lucy Bowen of Signal Mountain, Tenn.; one brother, Claude Milborn Purdy of Atlanta, Ga. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Joe and Catherine Bugg, Kathy and Larry Parker, Susan and Rob Paullin, all of Richmond, Va., Cristy and John Kosco of Falls Church, Va.; and six great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, October 18, 2010 in the Farrar Funeral Home Chapel, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Crestview Memorial Park. Memorial considerations may be made to the CMH Foundation-ICU, P.O. Box 90, South Hill, Va. 23970. Farrar Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at: www.farrarfuneralhome.net. |
ALLANSON, Arthur "Buddy," 75, of Richmond, departed this life suddenly on Saturday, October 16, 2010. Born December 31, 1934, Buddy has been reunited with his wife, Brenda Allanson; his parents, Neal and Lucinda Allanson; and his brother, Fred Allanson. He leaves in deep mourning his wife, Deborah Allanson; his brothers, Kenneth and Bill Allanson; his sons, Andrew Allanson (Carla), Michael Loving (Jessica), and Matthew Loving (Dee); and his daughters, Melissa Poh (Daniel), Leslie Orr (Barry), and Jennifer Rock (Dustin). Cherishing memories of Papa/Pop Pop are his grandchildren, Matt, Jon, Chris and Ben Orr; Arly, Nicholas, and Jarrett Poh; Jordan Rock; Patrick and Colin Randall; James and Jacob Loving; Dustin and Derek Franklin; Keith and Kyle Loving; and Andrew, Amanda, and Hannah Allanson; and honorary granddaughters, Ashley and Megan Reynolds. He also leaves behind a host of family and friends. Buddy served his country by joining the U.S. Marine Corps in 1954 and served through 1957. He supported his family with more than 30 years of employment with Reynolds Metals. Upon retirement from Reynolds Metals, Buddy became a bus driver for Henrico County. Buddy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother-in-law. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, gardening, and watching any sport or event in which his children or grandchildren were involved. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, October 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., where funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 21 at 11 a.m. Interment following at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Henrico Volunteer Rescue Squad Services, 5301 Huntsman Road, Sandston, Va. 23150. |
Arvella Andrewlavage NORFOLK - The widow of John "Andy" Andrewlavage, "Della," passed away peacefully Oct. 16, 2010. Della is survived by her son, Michael (Karen); daughters, Mary Hick (Don) and Theresa Magyar (Mark); eight grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. A visitation and a Rosary will be held at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Oct. 18. A Mass of The Resurrection will be offered at Christ the King Catholic Church in Norfolk on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 10 a.m. with burial to follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com. |
Bennett Bell, Sr. Bennett Bell, Sr., age 73, of Woodbridge passed away on October 16, 2010. He was survived by his wife of 47 years, Constance Bell; his daughters, Connie Padilla and her husband Ben and Rose Yorke and her husband Joe; his sons Bennett Jr. and his wife Joyce, and Joseph and his wife Barbara. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Adam, Ryan, and Jordan Padilla, Holly, Kyle, Zachary, Laura, and Joey Bell, and Nicholas and Justin Yorke, his sister Audrey DeMott, and his brother Ed Bell and his wife Pat. He also leaves his loving dog, Christy., He was a member of the Disabled Americans Veterans Association, and a faithful member of Potomac Crest Baptist Church., A viewing will be held on October 19, 2010 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Potomac Crest Baptist Church. A Life Celebration will be held in his honor on October 20, 2010 at 10 a.m. at Potomac Crest Baptist Church, his interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, Dale City, Va. |
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Shelby J. Botto ASHBURNHAM, Mass. - Shelby J. (Johnson) Botto, 73, a longtime resident of Ashburnham, Mass., died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 in Heywood ..... |
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Eunice Mae Bryant NORFOLK - Eunice Mae Bryant, 74, of the 200 block of Corporate Blvd., was called home to be with the Lord ..... |
C. Franklin Jackson Jr. EDENTON - Carlton Franklin Jackson Jr., 46, of the 100 block of Iredell Drive, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 in Washington County, North Carolina. Mr. Jackson was born in Chowan County and was the son of Carlton F., Sr. and Betsy Craddock Jackson of Edenton. He was the director of 911 Communications for Chowan County and had worked in that department for over 20 years. He was a member and past regional representative of the North Carolina Association of Public Communication Officials, a member of the North Carolina National Emergency Numbers Association, and a member of Edenton Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kimberly Barnes Jackson; two daughters, Ashley Rae Jackson and Kelsey Jackson; a son, Carlton Franklin Jackson III; two sisters, Suzanne Bass and husband Bryan and Melody Jackson Mejorado and husband Lupe, all of Edenton; his in-laws, Dot and Nick Barnes of Plymouth; two nieces and three nephews. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Edenton Baptist Church by the Rev. David Brooks. Burial will follow in Beaver Hill Cemetery. Friends may join the family today from 6 to 8 p.m. in Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, Edenton, and all other times at the home. Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to Edenton Baptist Church, 200 S. Granville St., Edenton, NC 27932. Online condolences may be made at www.millerfhc.com. |
BROOKS He was an angel born and an angel set free, who now has the job of watching over me. In loving memory of my son and our brother, Carlton H. (Coy) Brooks, who passed away five years ago today. In each of our hearts, you will always stay. ~ Love always, Carlton T. Brooks, father; Joanne Holliday and Carla Brooks, sisters. |
Charles W. "Chuck" Lundie, 50 of Colonial Heights, husband of Shannon Lundie, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. Arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. |
Charles William Hoover Charles William Hoover, 73, of Waynesboro, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 16, 2010, at Augusta Health., He was born on April 21, 1937, in Milboro, the son of the late Hunter Kyle and Lila Neff Hoover., He served in the Virginia National Guard from 1955 until 1958, retired from Richards Janitorial Services and was a member of Fishersville United Methodist Church., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Earl H. Hoover; and three sisters, Carol Propst, Leona Chandler and Wilma Thrasher., Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Hoover; a son, Thomas William Hoover of Staunton; a stepson, Reginald Wilson Benson of Jamestown, Ohio; brother, Clifford W. Hoover of Verona; and a sister, Mildred Burns of Staunton., A private family graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, October 21, 2010, at Oak Lawn Cemetery of New Hope United Methodist Church by the Reverend Gene Williams, followed by a memorial service at a later date at Fishersville United Methodist Church., Active pallbearers will be A.J. Botkin, Thomas Daggy, Dave Snyder, Boyd Shull, John Glick and Jim Hise., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of Fishersville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1049, Fishersville, VA 22939., Arrangements have been entrusted to the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes., Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and send condolences at |
HORTON - CHARLOTTE Gone but not forgotten. We miss you very much. Love, Sonny, Diane, Chris & Grandchildren. |
Clara moved to Hampton, Va., in 1948 to teach kindergarten at Immanuel Lutheran Church for Pastor George McRee, with whom she lived. After her marriage there in 1949, she and her husband, Bob, together attended Virginia Tech where Clara received her Phi Kappa Phi key and a B.S. in Rural Sociology in June of 1954. She later attended the University of Richmond, where she received her M. Ed. in August of 1977. She served 17 years as an elementary school librarian for Goochland County, Va. She was fiercely dedicated to her children, and every child she met was hers. |
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LYNCH, Columbus Jr., of Richmond, entered into eternal life October 13, 2010. Left cherishing beautiful memories are his devoted wife, Mae L. Lynch; four daughters, two sons, a host of grandchildren, two sisters, Barbara Fletcher and Maxine Bailey; nieces, nephews, among them devoted Sonya McGowan; aunt, Joyce Lynch; other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Ephesus SDA, 3700 Midlothian Turnpike, where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Pastor Cecil Williams officiating. Assisted by Elder Fred Vaughan. Eulogy by Elder Joseph Friday Sr. Interment Washington National Cemetery. |
Sue Thomasson SUFFOLK - Cora Baxley "Sue" Thomasson, of the 2900 block of Ames Cove Drive, died Oct. 16, 2010 in her home. She was born Feb. 10, 1941 to the late Walter Johnson and Grace Baxley of St. Pauls, N.C. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Ronald Baxley. Sue was a loving wife, mother, sister and teacher. She taught in Maryland for a few years before moving to Suffolk. She finished her career of 29 years teaching at Western Branch Elementary School. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, O.C. "Tom" Thomasson Jr.; one son, Tommy Thomasson III and wife Angie of Suffolk; two grandchildren, Amber and Bryce (the love of her life); one sister, Sandra Godwin and husband William of Sherrills Ford, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. Sue was a member of Nansemond River Baptist Church. Tom and the family would like to thank the Lydia Bible Class and Marie Kelly for all of their support. A funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m., in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, Suffolk, by Pastor Gary Vaughn. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Burial will be in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Nansemond River Baptist Church Building Fund, 2896 Bridge Road, Suffolk, VA 23435 or Gideons International-Suffolk Camp, P.O. Box 1214, Suffolk, VA 23439-1214. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com. |
Corbin Kenneth Hess LEBANON, Va. Funeral services for Corbin Kenneth Hess will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. James Hall, the Rev. Mike Justice, the Rev. Billy Vandyke, and the Rev. Sam Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Virginia. Military honors will be conducted by American Legion No. 208 of Lebanon. Pallbearers will be Garnet Dye, Brad Meadows, Mark Helton, Randy Byrd, Noah Byrd, and Harold Cardwell. Honorary pallbearers will be John Robinette, Howard Robinette, Frank Robinette, Roy Robinette, Ed Robinette, Grat Dye, and Gary Dye. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Monday, where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Online condolences may be made at |
Cozette Barker Godsey BETHESDA, Md. Cozette Barker Godsey, 87, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010. She was the widow of two natives of Bristol, James A. Barker, who died in 1995, and John D. Godsey, who died on Oct. 12, 2010. She was born in Fort Collins, Colo., in 1923, to William F. Hapney and Verna Carter Hapney, and grew up there. She received a B.S. from Colorado State University and a Masters of Public Health from |
DAISY BELL JOHNSON "Nanna," Happy 85th Birthday! MOM, we miss you. You will always be in our hearts. "Don't Stop Now." Love, Linda, Keith, Korey, & Family |
David Bonham Veselik DAMASCUS, Va. A memorial service for David Bonham Veselik will be held at Farris Funeral Service-Main Street Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at 2:30 p.m. with Dr. Angus Shaw and the Rev. John Stapleton officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Lawn Memorial Park in Marion, Va., at 4 p.m. The family will receive friends at Farris Funeral Service from 1 p.m. to 2:30 on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible contributions may be made to the Wytheville Community College Educational Foundation, 1000 East Main St., Wytheville, VA 24382 and earmarked for the Robert G. and Evelyn M. Veselik Scholarship Endowment. Those wishing to express sympathy online may visit |
The memorial service for David will be held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at the Cesarz, Charapata & Zinnecker Funeral Home, 237 N. Moreland Blvd., Waukesha, WI 53188. The visitation will be on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the time of the 12:30 p.m. memorial service, at the funeral home. |
David Wayne Moyers COURTLAND - David Wayne Moyers, 47, of Courtland, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at Southampton Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Dorothy and Lonnie Donald Moyers. Mr. Moyers was formerly employed by Lee White Trucking Company in Franklin. He was a member of the Million Mile Trucker. Mr. Moyers is survived by his sister, Wanda Johnson and husband Richard of Suffolk; and Debbie Carr and husband Emory also of Suffolk; brother, Randy Moyers and wife Beth of Hopewell, Va.; and beloved fiancée, Brenda Davis of Courtland. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, 4569 Shoulders Hill Road, Suffolk, VA 23435, on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Gary Vaughan. The family will receive friends today, Oct. 18, from 7 to 8 p.m. in R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington Street, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com. |
Ms. Deborah Crockett, 56, 4904 Garfield St., Hopewell, died Sunday, Oct. 17, in the Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. |
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Dorothy Sue Snyder BRISTOL, Tenn. A funeral service for Dorothy Sue Snyder will be held 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, in the Weaver Funer al Home Chapel with the Rev. Tony Deal officiating. The burial will follow in Susong Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Buddy Gragg, Ricky Gragg, Robbie Leonard, Chad Leonard, Wayne Leonard, and Wayne Emmert. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Leonard and Rex Leonard. Online condolences may be registered at |
The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 Tuesday evening at Amory Funeral Home, 410 Grafton Dr, Grafton, Va. There will be a memorial service followed by a reception at Christ United Methodist Church, 133 Deep Creek Road, Newport News, Va., at 11 a.m. Wednesday. |
Drucilla Dise Livesay, 96, of Hopewell, passed away Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at her home., Mrs. Livesay was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Livesay, and a son, Braden McLean Livesay. Mrs. Livesay was a member of the First United Methodist Church., She is survived by a son, Roy Marshall Livesay and his wife, Lynda; four grandchildren, Jeff, Douglas and Darrell Livesay, and Kimberly Bear; eight great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and a nephew, William Wayne Dise., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 214 N. 6th Ave., Hopewell, Va. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Michael Browder officiating. Interment will follow in Appomattox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 502 W. Broadway, Hopewell, VA 23860. Condolences may be registered at |
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Oct 18, 2010 EDEN, N.C. — Druie "Junior" Harbour, 85, of 724 Bryant St., Eden, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Morehead Memorial Hospital. He was born in Rockingham County on Nov. 12, 1924, to Druie Thomas and Addie Young Harbour. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Billy "Jack" Harbour. He was a World War II Marine veteran and he retired from West Window Co. in Martinsville, Va. He was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife, Vivian Turner Harbour of the home; two nephews; and two great-nephews. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mountain View Cemetery in Ridgeway, Va., with visitation to follow. The body will be at Fair Funeral Home this afternoon and evening for anyone who may want to pay respects. |
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James M. Duff ELIZABETH CITY - James MacNealley "Mac" Duff passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at the age of 92. He was born ..... |
ENGLEHART, Earl Conrad Jr. You are loved and missed each and every day. Love, Diana, Elyse, D.J. and Jackson |
Libby is survived by her sons, Steven M. Cross and his fiancEe, Cindy Thompson, and David A. Cross; grandchildren, Laura Welton and husband, Richard, Joel Cross and Heather Monteith, Matthew, Joshua and Noah Cross; great-grandchildren, Brayden, Ethan, and Ryland Welton, Skyler Cross, and Payton Monteith. She is also survived by two nieces, one nephew, an aunt and many other relatives. |
Elma Brinn Jones VIRGINIA BEACH - Elma Brinn Jones, 89, died Saturday Oct. 16, 2010. She was born Nov. 16, 1920 to Pearl J. and James S. Brinn in Hyde County, North Carolina. She moved to the Tidewater area when she married. Elma was a member of the Laurel Avenue Church of Christ in Chesapeake for 63 years. For many of those years, she taught youth Sunday school class and was active in the Ladies Ministries. She was predeceased by her husband, Dewey W. Jones and her son, Dewey A. Jones. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Shelby Jones Bennett and husband James of Virginia Beach and Ruth Jones Headen and husband Todd of Kentwood, Mich.; two grandsons, Jeff Bennett and wife Lisa of Powder Springs, Ga., and Derek Jones and wife Megan of Virginia Beach; two great-granddaughters, Madison and Macy Bennett of Powder Springs. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 4889 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at Avalon Church of Christ, 844 Woodstock Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Mid Atlantic Christian University, 715 North Poindexter St., Elizabeth City, NC 27909. You may pay your condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com. |
He was born on June 27, 1933, in Sugar Hollow, to the late Gallie Lee Shifflett and Lena Howdyshell Shifflett., He was preceded in death by one sister, Zura Van Wilson; four brothers, Charles, Joseph, Jack and Robert Shifflet; two nieces, Sue Maupin and Wanda Shifflett; three brothers-in-law, E.C. Crickenberger, Donald Van and Woody Wilson., He is survived by two sisters, Edith Crickenberger of Charlottesville and her son, Larry, and his family, of Fluvanna; Anna Johnson and her son, Jeff, and his family, of Charlottesville; daughter, Joy Elliot and her family of Littleton, Colorado; nieces, Dee Van, Jessica Mundy, Lynda Shifflett; nephews, Charles Jr. and Eddie Shifflett; brother-in-law, Ed Johnson; and sister-in-law, Lucille Shifflett, The family would like to express appreciation to Betty Ferneyhough, other special friends, and Sentara Home Care Services, for their comfort and care., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the SPCA, 3355 Berkmar Drrive, Charlottesville, VA 22901 or Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932., A memorial service will be held at a later date., Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
HAMPTON - Elnora Constance Horne, 82, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, surrounded by her family. |
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MORGAN - Elsie P. In loving memory of our mother who passed away October 13, 1987. Remembering you on this day, Comforted by so many memories. Love, Daughters |
ANDERSON - Ethel M. 7-17-40 - 10-18-08 In loving memory of our mother. We'll never forget her beautiful face or the sound of her voice. Forever in our hearts Shirl, Rita, Anthony |
MADISON - Eugenia Iris Sharp, 86, of Madison, N.C., died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. |
Eunice Mae Bryant NORFOLK - Eunice Mae Bryant, 74, of the 200 block of Corporate Blvd., was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at a local hospital. She was born Dec. 8, 1935 to the late John Haskins and Mary Butts. She was the widow of James A. Bryant and James M. Billups. She was also predeceased by three brothers, Willie Haskins, Louis Butts and Alexander Butts; and one sister, Patricia Butts. Eunice was a caregiver for many years and retired from the nursing profession in 1993. She often shared her home and family with the patients who were in her charge. Not wanting recognition or reward, her giving spirit was an example for all of us. She was a faithful member of New Life Worship Center in Norfolk where she loved her pastors. The church and its members were very dear to her and she worked diligently on the Usher Board, was president of Pastor's Aide, choir member, one of the Mothers of the church and other committees. For many years she was active as an Eastern Star and Order of the Tents. Eunice leaves heart-filled memories to those who knew her. She lives on in the memories of her five daughters, Mary E. Taylor (William), Michele Billups (Elliott), Renita Martin (Gerald) of Norfolk, Debbie Foreman (Isiah) of Chesapeake and Vernice Smith (Ron) of Midland, Ontario, Canada; four sons, James M. Billups (Mary) of Norfolk, Gary S. Billups (Angela) of Chesapeake, Don Billups (Donna) of Covington, Va., and Jermaine Burke of Norfolk; three sisters, Gracie Sherman of Newport, Ky., Harriett Foreman of Chesapeake and Pauline Robinson (James) of Norfolk; 25 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The celebration of life will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. in New Life Worship Center, 925 Briar Hill Road, Norfolk, by pastors Carl and Barbara Vann. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be at Fitchett Funeral Home Tuesday from 1 to 7 p.m. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.fitchettfuneralhome.com. The family will be lining up and receiving family and guests at 962 Marshall Ave., Norfolk. The family also wishes in lieu of flowers, donations be made to New Life Worship Center's Building Fund. |
Eva Mae Dodson Eva Mae Dodson, age 89, of Sperryville died Friday, October 15, 2010 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. She was born January 27, 1921 in Rappahannock County to the late Rosser Clark and the late Lillian Eva Pullen Clark., Mrs. Dodson was a member of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, where she loved her church and church family. Eva worked at Rappahannock High School, Aileen and the Sperryville Packing Plant. She enjoyed travelling, but her true love was her family., She is survived by her children, Mildred Lillian Hutt and her husband, J.B. of Reva, Dorothy Campbell of Amissville, James R. "Jimmy" Dodson and his wife Frances, Lewis "Billy" Dodson and his wife Jean, and Bonnie Sue Baldwin and her husband, Danny, all of Sperryville. She is also survived by a sister, Virginia Woodward of Florida, and sixteen grandchildren, Vicki Beatty, Debbie Nicholson, Gail Deal, Brenda Jenkins, Shelby Smith, Monty Hutt, Wanda Jenkins, Ronnie Dodson, Sandy Falls, Cindy McGhee, Greg, Brian and Dawn Dodson, and Andy, Kenneth and Jason Baldwin., Additional survivors include twenty-five great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren., In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John "Ollie" Newman Dodson, two sisters, Vennie Dodson and Elsie Atkins, and three brothers, Allie "Joe", Amos and Cletus Clark., A funeral service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville with Rev. Jon Heddleston officiating., Interment will follow at Sperryville Cemetery., Memorial donations may be made to Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, 3948 Sperryville Pike, Sperryville, VA 22740 An online register book is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. |
A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home Grafton with the Rev. Doug Johnson officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Survivors include his beloved wife, Nancy; his children, Frederick Rehbein (Anja) of Copenhagen, Denmark, Gregory Rehbein (Sabrina) of New York, N.Y., Carolyn Arciniaco (Harold) of Brick, N.J., and Marybeth Rehbein of Williamsburg, Va.; grandchildren, Sofie Lystoft-Rehbein and Noah-Erich Rehbein of Copenhagen, Denmark, and Dolce' Ventura-Rehbein of New York, N.Y., Jill Arciniaco of Philadelphia, Pa., Kelly Arciniaco of Pt. Pleasant, N.J.; his sisters, Lorraine Miller, Bernice Schafer, and Jean Marie Sadowski, all of Toms River, N.J.; sister-in-law, Nicolette "Nikki" Edwards (Thomas) of Hamilton Square, N.J.; many nieces and nephews, including niece 2LT Rebecca Wilson, N.J., National Guard, and nephew, Matthew Wilson, grandniece, Marly Richards, and grandnephew, Maxwell Richards, all of Hamilton Square, NJ. |
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Mary C. Fryer CHESAPEAKE - Mary Edna Billups Curling Fryer went home to be with her Savior Oct. 16, 2010. She resided with her ..... |
CRITCHER, Gray Douglas "Doug," 67, of Richmond, passed away October 16, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Critcher; two children, Ami Critcher Thomas and husband, Ryan, and Jonathan Gray Critcher; two grandchildren, Blaine and Madison Roberts; and two sisters. The family will receive friends Tuesday, October 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, at 2 p.m. in the Mausoleum at Dale Memorial Park. Online condolences: woodyfuneralhomehuguenot.com. |
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James K. Happel Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - James Kenneth Happel Sr., 67, passed away Oct. 15, 2010. A native of Whitesville, N.C., he was ..... |
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at Ivy Memorial Baptist Church by the Rev. John Etcher. |
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Isadora Harper PORTSMOUTH - Isadora T. Harper, 77, of the 5800 block of Branch St., was called home to be with the Lord Oct. ..... |
Hattie was a vibrant woman who never met a stranger and had a smile for everyone. She enjoyed gardening, travel, music, and singing. Her zest for life will be missed by all who knew her. |
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Raymond W. Heim Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Raymond W. Heim Sr., 71, passed away Oct. 16, 2010 in his home, after a long, courageous ..... |
Henry Hall Hardenbergh III, of Prince George, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Wakefield. |
Henry Mason Brizzolara Henry Mason Brizzolara of Allentown, Pennsylvania, formerly of Orange, Virginia, died from congestive heart failure on Saturday, October 9, 2010, at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska., Henry Mason was born on February 8, 1930, in Albemarle County, Virginia, the son of the late Ettore Andrew Brizzolara and Nancy Mason Coons. He graduated from the University of Virginia and served his country for several years in the United States Army. He moved to Allentown in the early 1950's with his wife, and was employed with Mack Trucks and subsequently Atlas Powder Company, as a mechanical engineer. He enjoyed many activities including fishing, hunting, trap shooting, and just being outdoors. He was a loving husband, devoted father, dedicated father-in-law, and proud grandfather. He could build most anything, fix almost everything, and was always ready and willing to help out a friend or neighbor when they called upon him., Henry was a long-time, faithful member of the Episcopal Church of the Mediator in Allentown and for many years was an active usher with the church., Mr. Brizzolara was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Nary Brizzolara of Allentown, Pennsylvania, formerly of Madison, Virginia., He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Brizzolara Konop and her husband, Thomas Konop, of Anchorage, Alaska; his grandson, Cody Konop of Anchorage, Alaska; his brothers, Andrew Brizzolara of Baltimore, Maryland, Robert Brizzolara of Orange, Virginia, and Frank Brizzolara of Roanoke, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at Mount Nebo Lutheran Church in Rochelle, Virginia, with interment at the church cemetery. Pastor Patricia Nabers will officiate., Preddy Funeral Home of Madison, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements., A memorial service in celebration of Henry Mason's life will be held at The Episcopal Church of the Mediator in Allentown, Pennsylvania, 11 a.m. Thursday, October 28, 2010. The Reverend Canon Maria W.E. Tjeltveit will officiate. |
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Maxine Moore Inks VIRGINIA BEACH - Maxine was born in 1936 in Reidsville, N.C., and passed on to the Lord Sept. 23, 2010. She ..... |
Isadora Harper PORTSMOUTH - Isadora T. Harper, 77, of the 5800 block of Branch St., was called home to be with the Lord Oct. 13, 2010 in Golden Living Nursing Home. She is survived by her sons, Aaron (Dorothy) and Alfred E. Harper, both of Portsmouth; four sisters, one brother, seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Isadora also leaves to cherish her memory very, dear and special friends, Shirley and Olanda Gibson Sr. Viewing will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 7 p.m. at J.T. Fisher Funeral Services, 1080 N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake. A life celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, at Grove Baptist Church, 5910 W. Norfolk Road, Portsmouth, with Dr. Melvin O. Marriner officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. The family has entrusted the final care arrangements to J. T. Fisher Funeral Services. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.jtfisherfuneralservices.com. |
BRUNTON, Jack Dean, passed away peacefully at home on October 16, 2010 at the age of 80. Jack was born January 6, 1930 in Jackson, Ohio, to Eleanora and Guy Brunton. He became a member of the Ohio State Militia at the age of 14 and continued on when the Ohio Militia was federalized into the 137th Infantry of the Ohio National Guard. He enlisted in the Air Force at age 17, where he served for 23 years and attained the rank of master sergeant. While in the Air Force, he was stationed at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, Texas, Lowry AFB in Denver, Colo., Walker AFB in Roswell, N.M. in the 509th Bomb Wing, Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton, Ohio in the USAF Photo Recon Research Lab, Nuossur AFB in Casablanca, French Morroco Photo Intelligence Lab, RAF Station Burtonwood Warrenton, Lancaster, England, where he was the NAMA Photo Intelligence Lab Commander, then in West Palm Beach ABF in West Palm Beach, Fla. in the 1370 Photo Mapping Wing, then Arlington Hall Station in Arlington, Va. Air Force Intelligence Center and finally the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. in the Defense Intelligence Agency. He was awarded the Expert Marksman Medal, Korean and Vietnam Theater of Operations Medals, two Congressional Unit Citations and Joint Service Medal, awarded by the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Jack then retired from the USAF in 1968 and went to work for The Richards Corporation in Tysons Corner, Va., where he served as vice president and held a seat on the Board of Directors until just last year. Jack married Lenna Margaret Long, his childhood sweetheart, on August 1, 1950. She preceded him in death on April 29, 2000. He was also preceded in death by their oldest daughter, Jacquelyn Deen Brunton Powell, whose husband, John Dean Powell, and their son, John Dean "Jack" Powell, both of Bowling Green, Va., still survive. He is survived by his second daughter, Kerri Brunton Valentine and her husband, Mike Valentine and their two daughters, Kelly Lynn Valentine and Lenna Morgan Valentine Durham and her husband, Wil Durham and their son, Wilson Drake Durham, all of whom reside in Ashland, Va. Morgan is a nurse at Westport Hospital and Kelly is a senior at Kerri's alma mater, Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Va. "Dad was a true force of nature whose intelligence and drive took him around the world and made him the wonderful father that he was. I will miss you Dad, but I know you're with Mom and Jackie now." After Margaret passed away, Jack married Betty Douthett of Jackson, Ohio in April 2002, and they resided at Hanover Country Club in Ashland, Va. Jack is survived by Margaret, and her three children, Nancy Brandon of Fredericksburg, Va., Brady Douthett of Cleveland, Ohio and Trent Douthett of Naples, Italy; and Betty's three grandchildren, Katie, Cameron, and Elliott. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel in Ashland, Va. Services will be held on Wednesday, October 20 at 12 noon at First Baptist Church Chapel, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. |
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C. Franklin Jackson Jr. EDENTON - Carlton Franklin Jackson Jr., 46, of the 100 block of Iredell Drive, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 in ..... |
CHOPTANK, MD. - Jacquelyn Amos Lovell, 80, of Choptank, passed away Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at home surrounded by her loving family. |
James M. Duff ELIZABETH CITY - James MacNealley "Mac" Duff passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at the age of 92. He was born Sept. 23, 1918, the twin son of William P. and Katherine Ehringhaus Duff. He graduated from Elizabeth City High School, attended North Carolina State, University of North Carolina and Poughkeepsie Business School. After attending college, Mac served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in patrol bombing squadron VP 206 and then served in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as a captain in the medical service corps. His professional career began as an assistant secretary of State Capital Life Insurance Company, and president of Life Insurance Company of North Carolina. He later was a senior vice president and area executive of First Union National Bank where he retired at age 70. He also served for three years following his naval service in addition to his normal occupation as director and administrator of St. Agnes Hospital in Raleigh, N.C. During his career, Mac served on the Board of UNC Medical Foundation and a past president of its Co-Founder club. Mac also served as a member of the Board of Directors for BB&T in Raleigh, First Union National Bank in Elizabeth City; COA Foundation and Elizabeth City State University Foundation. He was also named chairman of the board for the College of the Albemarle, chairman of the Pasquotank United Fund, president of the Elizabeth City Rotary Club and recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow and a former member of Carolina Country Club in Raleigh, and Pine Lakes Country Club in Elizabeth City, and a chairman of Elizabeth City Chamber of Commerce. Mac was a lifelong Episcopalian serving as Senior Warden at St. Mary's in Kinston, N.C., Junior Warden at Christ Episcopal Church in Elizabeth City, and a recipient of numerous civic awards. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Patty Banks Duff; son, James MacNealley Duff Jr of Raleigh; daughters Steva Sheppard Williams and husband Bill of Suffolk, Patricia Sheppard Jones and husband Lee of Elizabeth City; and son, James Thomas Sheppard Jr. and wife Lyle of Wake Forest, N.C. Grandchildren include Ashley Brown, Taylor Jones, Lindsey Jones, Courtney Gartman, Justin Hayes, and Jarrett Hayes and a great-grandchild, Cayleigh Brown. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 1 p.m. in Christ Episcopal Church in Elizabeth City. Following the service, the family will receive friends and relatives in the Parish Hall of the church. A private graveside service will be held for immediate family. In lieu of flowers, the family re- quests donations be given to the Christ Church Organ Fund or Building Foundation Fund, 200 S. McMorrine St., Elizabeth City, NC 27909. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Twiford Funeral Homes, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, N.C., is serving the Duff family. |
James K. Happel Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - James Kenneth Happel Sr., 67, passed away Oct. 15, 2010. A native of Whitesville, N.C., he was the son of the late Alice and Kenneth O. Happel Sr. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railway after 40 years of service as general yardmaster. Jim loved his life and loved his home, and most of all his daily phone calls from his son James. He is survived by his wife, Judi Doss Happel; his son, James Kenneth Happel Jr. and wife Tina; his daughter, Melinda Happel; his grandson, Jake Banton; his sister, Betty Jean Pomfrey; brothers, Kenny and wife Helen and Ronald and wife Sandra; and his beloved shih tzu, "Bo." The family will receive friends in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, today from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with a memorial service beginning at 7 p.m. with Pastor Vinny Losciale officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the SPCA and Hope For Life Rescue. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
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BAKRI - Jean E. Monroe Aug. 17, 1931 - Oct. 18, 2006 Three years have passed since we last breathed the same air. These have been the coldest days of my life, but God has given me warmth in the midst of the cold. Missing you more with every moment that passes. My life was never the same after sharing it with you and will never again be the same without you. 'Til we meet again, with love from God. Your Loving Husband, Kamel A. Bakri |
Jesse V. Oliver Jr. SMITHFIELD - Jesse Vernon Oliver Jr., 75, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at his residence. He was the son of the late Ruby and Jesse Vernon Oliver Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Carroll Oliver, and his brother, James Norman Oliver. Mr. Oliver was a member of Whiteheads Grove Baptist Church. He was a member of the Alumni Association of Hargrave Military Academy and a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Oliver is survived by his son, Jesse Vernon Oliver III and wife Lindsay of Smithfield; sister, Jane Oliver Bailey of Longview and brother, Raymond Edward Oliver of Richmond. He is also survived by one granddaughter, Addison Oliver and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted at Whiteheads Grove Baptist Church Cemetery by the Rev. Russell Leonard Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends today, Oct. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington St., Suffolk, VA 23434. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Carrollton Fire Department, P.O. Box 77, Carrollton, VA 23314. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com. |
SMITHFIELD - Jesse Vernon Oliver Jr., 75, of Smithfield, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at his residence. |
John Charles Carroll ABINGDON, Va. John Charles Carroll, 52, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. John was born May, 20, 1958, in Idaho to the late John and Marie Carroll. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Celebration Church in Blountville, Tenn. He is survived by his girlfriend, Glenna Collins; and many friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Celebration Church with Pastor John Love and Robert Russell officiating. Those wishing to express sympathy online may visit |
BATTE, John Feild Jr., passed away on October 14, 2010. He was the son of J. Feild Batte Sr. and Hazel Redman Batte. John was a graduate of the University of Richmond and the T.C. Williams Law School. In addition to a 50-year plus law practice through his company, J.F. Batte & Sons of Richmond, Inc., he designed, built and developed residential and commercial real estate. A prominent tenor and performing soloist, he was a member and former president of the Richmond Opera Group where he met his wife, Fran, of 50 years. John was a friend to all, never failing to give his time, resources and attention to family, friends and strangers who were fortunate to share a lifetime or just a moment with him. John is survived by his wife, Frances Barr Batte; son, John F. Batte III of Richmond, Va.; daughter, Frances Anne Batte of Atlanta, Ga.; brother, William G. Batte, Ph.D. of Williamsburg, Va.; and sister, Hazel Pryor Nelson (Roland) of Greensboro, N.C. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 17, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave., where services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, October 18. Interment will follow in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Neuropathy Association (www.neuropathy.org) or Massey Cancer Center (www.massey.vcu.edu). |
He was born on February 15, 1934, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, a son of the late Joseph and Helen (Wilson) Pastore., Survivors include wife, Patricia Ann (Hall) Pastore; a son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey John and Lindsay Pastore of Springfield; a daughter, Wendy Elizabeth Pastore of Tinmouth, Vermont; a sister, Judith Dragonette, of Wellfleet, Massachusetts; and his beloved dogs, Casey, Cooper and Lucky., A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, October 22, 2010, at Thacker Brothers Lake Monticello Funeral Home, 138 Heritage Drive in Palmyra., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Lake Monticello Fire and Rescue, 10 Slice Road, Palmyra, VA 22963; the Fluvanna SPCA, 5239 Union Mills Road, Troy, VA 22974; or the , 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060. |
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Elma Brinn Jones VIRGINIA BEACH - Elma Brinn Jones, 89, died Saturday Oct. 16, 2010. She was born Nov. 16, 1920 to Pearl J. ..... |
Joseph Elden Stevens CLEVELAND, Va. Mr. Joseph Elden Stevens, age 78, of the Sandy Ridge section, passed away Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol Tennessee. Born April 1, 1932, in Russell County, Va., he was a son of the late Isaac Floyd and Mary T. Boyd Stevens. He had spent most of his life in the area and was of the Freewill Baptist faith. A disabled and retired coal miner, he had formerly been employed by Clinchfield Coal Company and was a member of the UMWA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Joseph Elden Stevens Jr. and Marty Dane Stevens; and one brother, Homer Stevens. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Verbie Stevens of the home; three daughters, Edith Rebecca Meredith and husband, Johnny, of Polk City, Fla., Renita Deane Dye and husband, Grat, of Cleveland, and Kathy Vanessa Huff and husband, Kenny, of Lebanon, Va.; 14 grandchildren, Gregory Steven Byrd, Kelly Natasha Oneal, Joseph Lucas Chafin, Robert Joseph Steven, Jessica Nicole Killen, Krystal Lynn Stevens, Heather Renee Stevens, Christopher Mack Stevens, William Brian Musick, Ira Daniel Musick, Jonathan Adam Musick, William Tyler Huff, Devin Isaac Stevens, and Elizabeth Mae Stevens; three sisters, Norma Cook of Rowe, Va., Thelma Wise of Huntington, W. Va., and Lona Boothe of Cleveland; three brothers, Andy Stevens of Castlewood, Va., Granville Stevens of Cleveland, Ohio, and Goebel Stevens of Davenport; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces, and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson and the Rev. Cecil Musick officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at the Stevens Cemetery near the home. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons and Kenny Huff. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Meredith, Grat Dye, David Barker, George Delp, and Barney Tiller. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday. Online condolences may be made at |
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Keith Douglas Blevins BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Committal service for Keith Douglas Blevins will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at Crumley Cemetery. Pallbearers include: Wayne Mumpower, Wayne Mumpower Jr., Douglas aylor, Brian Blevins, Scotty Williams, Josh Taylor, Jack Taylor, Jeff Taylor, and Joseph Mumpower. . Online condolences may be registered at |
JOHNSON - Korey Larry "It happened two years ago today, that you left us. We miss your laugh and smile. Your momma loves and misses you so much, you will be in her heart, on her mind all the time. "Don't stop now!" Love Momma, Son, and Family |
Larry Bennett Mr. Larry Bennett, 63, of 921 Floyd St., Lynchburg, entered into eternal rest on Friday morning, Oct. 15, 2010, at his residence. Born May 21, 1947, to the late Mr. Olden Jasper Brown and Mrs. Pearl Bennett Brown. He leaves to cherish his memories two sons, Mr. Kenneth Morris (Bernice), of Richmond, and Mr. Latif Dearld Bennett (Nutayla), of Pennsylvania; an adopted daughter, Dee Dee Richardson, of Maryland; two devoted sisters, Mrs. Esther Chilton (Cleon) and Mrs. Augustine Chilton (Herman), both of Madison Heights; three grandchildren, Ebony Brown, Siraay Bennett and Kiona Morris; three adpoted grandchildren, Timothy, Darryl and Tyrell Jackson; one great-grandchild, Deshawn Fountain Jr.; two uncles, Mr. Albert Lee Bennett, of Lynchburg, and Mr. Arnold Brown (Conella), of Shaker Heights, Ohio; a devoted nephew, Edward Chilton; great-niece, Devonda Chilton; great- nephews and -nieces, Izaya, Dshonta, Emanuel and E'Lasia; a devoted friend, Minister Lonia Jackson; a devoted friend, Mr. Kenneth Bryant, of Lynchburg; two special friends, Mr. Carrol Austin and Mr. Darnell Chilton; and a host of devoted cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Bolling Hill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Edward D. Jones Sr., pastor as eulogist, officiating. The interment will be in Bolling Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Larry's remains will lie in state one hour prior to the service. The cortege will assemble at the church. Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service. |
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Oct 18, 2010 The funeral for Lillian Plybon Whitt, 84, of Blue Ridge Street, Martinsville, who died Oct. 14, 2010, was held Sunday at Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville. Minister Jim Compton officiated, and the eulogy was given by Steven Oakes. Burial was in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers were Tony Hatchett, Mark Gabriel, Silas Gabriel, Keith Plybon, Bryce Oakes, Tim Washburn and Adam Eller. |
Lillian Austin Smith Lillian Austin Smith, 80, of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Lynchburg Health and Rehab. She was the widow of Willie Benjamin Smith. Lillian was born Feb. 24, 1930, a daughter of the late Rachel and Nathan Austin. She worked as an operator for the Lynchburg Answering Service and was a member of Marsh Memorial United Methodist Church. Along with her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Mildred Lynch, and her brother, Paul Austin. Lillian is survived by her two sons, Kenneth Smith and his wife, Debbie, and Reggie Smith and his wife, Carla, all of Lynchburg; her two sisters, Lee Wood and Rose Hahn; her brother, Otis Kit Austin; her two grandchildren, Jennifer and Darren; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marsh Memorial United Methodist Church, 20348 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502, (434) 239-2568, or to a charity of your choice. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. |
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VIRGINIA BEACH - Marguerite "Peggy" Hebert, of Virginia Beach, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at the age of 85. She was formerly a resident of Buffalo, N.Y. |
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Marjorie Lee Peters VIRGINIA BEACH - Marjorie Lee Peters, 93, passed away Oct. 15, 2010. www. FamilyChoiceFunerals.com. |
Marvin Daniel Creasy MARION, Va. Marvin Daniel Creasy, age 30, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, in Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Va., after a long battle with diabetes. He was born in Washington County, Va., on Oct. 30, 1979. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John Henry Creasy and Betty Lou Creasy; and his maternal grandfather, Marvin Eugene Silveria. Marvin was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his father, Robert Summers Creasy and Patricia McClure, Marion; his mother, Joan Evelyn Creasy and Jeff Pritchard, Pulaski; one brother, Kurt Summers Creasy and Lisa Marie Miller, Saltville; one sister, Rebecca Lynn Kirk and husband Ed Kirk Jr., Marion; his grandmother, Delores Odell Silveria, Virginia Beach; his nieces and nephews, Steven Andrew Dalton, Allan Summers Creasy, Evelyn Lillian Danielle Creasy, Brittney Nunley, Naomi Salyer, Joshua Salyer; several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Wyatt officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately in the Mt. Olivett Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Marvin Creasy Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 250, Chilhowie, VA 24319. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
Deane Lamb, Mary Branch Deane Lamb, 92, of Stanardsville, went home to be with her Lord following a brief illness on Friday, October 15, 2010, at The Laurels of Charlottesville, surrounded by family and a dear friend, Annie Lawson., She was born on June 2, 1918, in Greene County, the daughter of the late Kemper Deane and Lutie Alice Harlow Deane., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank L. Lamb; a son, Phillip Tucker Lamb; three brothers, Maxwell, Ashby Gaines and Winfred Deane; and two sisters, Helen Deane Bell and Louise Deane Johnson., Mary Branch is survived by three sons, Larry Elliott Lamb and his wife, Mary, Wendell Franklin Lamb and his wife, Janice, Richard Alan Lamb and his wife, Norma Jean; a daughter, Mary Lou Lamb Frey; two brothers, Edwin S. Deane and E.W. "Dookie" Deane and his wife, Phyllis, all of Stanardsville., She was blessed to have 11 grandchildren; six step grandchildren; 28 great- grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren., Mary Branch was a charter member of Bethel Baptist Church., She was the valedictorian of her 1935 graduating class of William Monroe High School. One of her fondest memories was when she owned the East End Grocery in the 1940's and 1950's. After raising her children, she owned the Good Luck Antique shop on the corner of Main Street and Ford Avenue in Stanardsville., She was known and loved for her cooking, flowers and vegetable gardening which she dearly loved and enjoyed with her family and many friends all of her life., The viewing will be held from 4 until 5 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at Bethel Baptist Church, 5401 Watts Passage Road, Charlottesville., The funeral service will be held 5 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at Bethel Baptist Church with her son, Pastor Wendell Lamb officiating., The family cordially invites everyone to remain at Bethel Baptist Church for a meal immediately following the service at the church fellowship hall., The graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family welcomes flowers or memorial contributions may be made to the Greene County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 302, Stanardsville, VA 22973., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Mary C. Fryer CHESAPEAKE - Mary Edna Billups Curling Fryer went home to be with her Savior Oct. 16, 2010. She resided with her husband Charles H. Fryer and son Charles Timothy Fryer on Scarborough Drive in Chesapeake. She was born Feb. 4, 1917 in Norfolk County to parents, Lee E. and Edna Knick Billups. She served her Lord, family, and community as a faithful daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, home- maker, foster parent, midwife and home health care nurse. Mary retired as a matron with the Chesapeake Sheriffs Department. She was a friend to many and a giver to all. Mary was predeceased by her first husband, Charles Raymond Curling; children, Dorothy Curling Hall, Daisy M. Rivenbark, and Robert Bateman; grandson, Gary Parrish; and great-grandson, Aaron Culbreth. She is survived by her children, Mary Ellen Curling Angus and husband Charles of Aydlett, N.C., William Henry Curling and wife Ruth of Chesapeake, Lisa Fryer of Texas, Dan McReynolds of Texas, Sally M. Storck of Moyock, N.C., Charles Flynn of Florida, Glenda Irving and husband Lee of Chesapeake. She also leaves to cherish her memory, grandchildren, Kimberly C. Angus, Charea L. Angus, David Bateman, Melody Hall Culbreth, Dorothy L. Curling, Pamela Powers Gomez, Billie Jo Hall Grandy, Kathy P. Harris, Christian Johnson, Marvin K. Powers, Martin K. Powers, Susan Rockwell, Sherrie Stoltz, Kenneth Storck, Cindy Storck and Lisa Parrish Turley. Among her many great and great-great grandchildren are, Olivia Angus, Zachary Angus, Alex Augustine, Ashley C. Di Leone, Dorothy Grandy, Dan Grandy, Jackson Harris, Jacob Harris, Joshua Harris, Brandon Morgan, Ethan Morgan, Courtney Parrish, Cory Parrish, Jaielle Powers, Martin Ray Powers, Melissa R. Powers, Leah Rae Reardon, Samuel Rockwell, Corey Stoltz, Nicole Stoltz, Marina Storck, Megan Storck, Skilar Storck, Amber G. Swanney and Danielle Turley. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, in Good Hope United Methodist Church, 1633 Benefit Road, Chesapeake. The Rev. Mark Christian and the Rev. Martin Ray Powers will officiate. The interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church following the service. Visitation will be Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Oman Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, 653 Cedar Road in Chesapeake. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com. |
Mary Reed George Mary Reed George, 97, of Lynchburg, died after a short illness on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the widow of Mike Herman George Sr. Mary was born March 4, 1913 in Craig County, a daughter of the late Clara Belle and George Heilman Reed. She grew up in Miller Park, where her father was Superintendent of Parks. Mary was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. She is also preceded in death by her grandson, Edward Thomas George, and her five siblings, Esther Reed, Christine White, Virginia George, Mabel Louise Wingfield and Carl Reed. Mary is survived by her three children, Mike H. George Jr. and his wife, Yuriko, of Tacoma, Wash., Thomas R. George, and Mary Ferguson and her husband, Sanford, all of Lynchburg; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.20, 2010, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Dennis Roberts officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the , Central and Western Virginia Chapter, 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 306, Charlottesville, VA 22901, (434) 973-6122, www.alz.org. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel, is serving the George family. |
Mary Hazel Jones Morrison MEADOWVIEW, Va. Mrs. Mary Hazel Jones Morrison, age 87, a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va., passed away Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in Grace Healthcare of Abingdon, Va. She was born on March 21, 1923, in Damascus, Va., a daughter of the late William Jones and Sarah Williams Jones. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Bruce Morrison; one daughter, Nancy Johnson; one granddaughter; four brothers; and one sister. Mrs. Morrison was a member of the Church of Christ in Damascus and attended High Point Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Ronnie Morrison of Bristol Virginia and Donnie Morrison of Abingdon; two daughters, Nadine Ritchie and husband, Melvin, of Meadowview and Jo Morrison of Taylorsville, N.C.; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one sister, Virginia Gentry of Lillington, N.C.; one brother, Mutt Jones and wife, Mary. of Damascus; several nieces and nephews; and her special friend and roommate, Frances Lynch. The family would like to express a special thanks to Grace Healthcare of Abingdon and staff for the loving care that was shown to their loved one. Graveside services for Mrs. Mary Morrison will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon with Pastor Robby Coggins officiating. Active pallbearers will be Jonah Critcher, Jeremy Critcher, Jason Werth, Jacob Ritchie, John Critcher and Jonathan Morrison. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrell Ritchie, Candice Moore, Tracy Critcher, Angie Werth, Roman Moore and Justin Todd Morrison. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Frost Funeral Home. Friends may also call anytime at the home of Nadine and Melvin Ritchie, 17448 Limestone Drive in Meadowview. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the National Down Syndrome Society, 666 Broadway, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10012 or by calling 1-800-221-4602. A book of memories is available online at |
BAYTOPS - In loving memory of Mary M. Baytops "Esther" on her 56th Birthday. We love and miss you, Mother, Sisters, Son & Family |
Memorials may be made to the Mary P. Patrick Scholarship Fund, St. Mary Star of the Sea School, 14 N. Willard Avenue, Hampton, VA 23663. |
She is survived by her children, Michael Nathaniel McDonough Sr., and Nell Ann Wichmann and her husband, Wayne W. Wichmann; grandchildren, Michael Nathaniel McDonough Jr., and his wife, Lea, Amy Smoker and her husband, Jason, Andy Wichmann, Allison Wetherington, and Christina Jones and her husband, Benjamin; and great-grandchildren, Jamie, Jodie, Jacob, and Grace. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Maryanne Florakis and her husband, Likis and their children, Dean and his wife, Kate, Niko and his children, Laki and Rena, and Demetrios and his children, Ellianna and Trey; Nicky Klimenko and his sons, Michael and Alex; Carol Guerriere and her husband, Jim, and son; Barbara Woody; Dennis Antonious; and Debbie Antonious. |
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Maxine Moore Inks VIRGINIA BEACH - Maxine was born in 1936 in Reidsville, N.C., and passed on to the Lord Sept. 23, 2010. She grew up in Norfolk and Virginia Beach graduating from Virginia Beach High School. Maxine raised her family in Kings Grant while working for the family business, Mrs. Moore's Bakery, until it closed. In l982, she moved with family to Sparks, Nev., and there enjoyed a full life with family and friends until her passing. She is survived by her daughter and husband, Beth and Steve Wood and grandchildren Elyssa and Brandon Wood of Sparks; son, Tracy Stanley and partner Pauline Norris of Virginia Beach; brothers, Max T., Philip and Boyd Moore plus many cousins, nieces and nephews. She will surely be missed by all. |
DAVIS, Melba B. It was two years ago today, that you flew on the wings of angels, and all those you left behind miss you very much. Love, Donnie & "Duchess" |
Melvin Carroll Leaman MARION, Va. Melvin Carroll Leaman, age 56, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at his home. Mel was born in Washington, D.C., to the late James Carroll Leaman and Lorraine Jones Leaman. He grew up in the Marlowe Heights area of Maryland where he attended the Ben Franklin School of Accounting. Mel moved to Marion in the mid 1970's and went to work for the Appalachian Power Company. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Marion where he sang in the choir and served on the Men's Vestry. He was a former chairman for the Smyth County Democrat Party, an aide for Delegate John H. Tate in the Virginia House of Delegates and served on the Marion Town Council for the past 16 years. He was the director of the Smyth County Free Clinic for the past nine years. Mel served on various boards, civic organizations and coached in the Marion Recreational Department for several years. Survivors include: his loving wife of 34 years, Jane Leaman; three children, Kelly Blevins and husband Andy, Marion; Michelle Powers and husband Ronnie, Marion, Brian Leaman, Marion; brother, Jim Leaman and wife Cindy, Richmond; grandchildren, Sarah Jane Blevins, Olivia Porter Blevins, Kendell Marie Powers, Jacob Melvin Ryan Powers, "a fighter just like his papaw", Brian Martin Leaman Jr., Trevan Cole Leaman; many, many friends also survive. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at the Christ Episcopal Church in Marion with The Reverend Dr. Christopher P. Mason and The Reverend Dr. Mark Ross officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 - 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Mel requested, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the Smyth County Free Clinic, P.O. Box 1273, Marion, VA 24354. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
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Oct 18, 2010 Michael Rafael Venable, 25, of 304 Sellers St., Martinsville, died Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Hines Funeral Services is handling arrangements. |
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Ruth G. Midgette CHESAPEAKE - Ruth G. Midgette of the 2400 block of Haywood Ave., passed away Oct. 12, 2010. The funeral will be ..... |
Mildred Schenck Morgan, 88, of Petersburg, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at her residence., Mrs. Morgan, a Petersburg native, was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Edith Markert Schenck, and had been a secretary at First Baptist Church of Hopewell. She was the widow of William D. Morgan. Mrs. Morgan was a member of Monumental Baptist Church of Petersburg, the Order of Eastern Star, and had been a Southside Regional volunteer., Mrs. Morgan is survived by two sons, the Rev. Donald L Tatum of Petersburg, and Ronald R. Tatum and wife, Scotti, of Raleigh, N.C.; two grandchildren, William Robert Tatum and wife, Mindy, of Garner, N.C., and Lucy Tatum Austin and husband, Richard, of Apex, N.C.; two great-grandchildren, Kayleigh and Andrew Tatum; a sister, Lois S. Johnson of Richmond., A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, in the Petersburg Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 3935 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, with the Rev. Donald L. Tatum officiating. Interment will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park, Enon. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 on Tuesday evening, Oct. 19, 2010, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Monumental Baptist Church Building Fund, 2925 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at |
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David Wayne Moyers COURTLAND - David Wayne Moyers, 47, of Courtland, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at Southampton Memorial Hospital. He was the ..... |
A funeral service for Ms. Myrtle Blanding Haynes, age 60, of 214 N. 15th St., Hopewell, who passed away Thursday, Oct. 14, in the VCU Medical Center, Richmond, will be noon Tuesday from the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery, Hopewell. Ms. Haynes may be viewed from 1 to 9 p.m. Monday at Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopwell, and the family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 8 Monday evening. Retaltives and friends attending the funeral may assemble at the residence at 10:45 a.m., Turner-Bland Funeral Home, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. |
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Noah E. Swinney |
Oct 18, 2010 Noah E. Swinney, 46, of Axton, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett will announce arrangements. |
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Jesse V. Oliver Jr. SMITHFIELD - Jesse Vernon Oliver Jr., 75, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at his residence. He was the son ..... |
In loving memory of my mother, OLIVIA E. GRAY, on her birthday. Sweet memories of you will never die, As time rolls on and years go by. The void in our lives no one can fill, We love you mom and always will. Walkie and Ben, and grandchildren, Sonya and Daryl |
Patricia Johnson Cooke Patricia Lee Johnson Cooke, 47, of Madison Heights, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Stephen Harlan Cooke. Born March 1, 1963, in Lincoln, Neb., she was the daughter of Edward Lowell and Gloria Stevens Johnson, of Madison Heights. She was an Administrative Assistant with Harris Corporation and a member of Faith Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father in law, the Rev. Dr. Harlan Cooke. In addition to her husband and parents, Patricia leaves to cherish her memory four children, Steven Cody Johnson, Jillian Amber Conner and husband, Dustin, Nicholas Evan Cooke, and Katelin Marie Cooke, all of Madison Heights; six sisters, Barbara Johnson, of Las Vegas, Nev., Debra Johnson, of Madison Heights, and Susan Burton, Sandra Musgrave, June Champoux and Joan Kimball, all of Oklahoma; two grandchildren, Alyssa June Conner and Ayden Joshua Conner; and her mother-in-law, Barbara June Cooke, of Madison Heights. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, at Faith Baptist Church, with the Rev. Brian Hudson and Rev. Ray Bucklew officiating. Interment will follow in Meade Cemetery. Friends are invited to view Patricia at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at Whitten Monelison Chapel, and at 12 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, at the church. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Faith Baptist Church. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is serving the family. |
Paul Hamilton Wilson HAMPTON - Paul H. Wilson, 60, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. A native of Pensacola, Fla., he had been a Peninsula resident for the last 55 years. He was a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the Virginia State Bar Association and the Hampton Bar Association. He shared 29 years of marriage with his beloved wife Christie and practiced law with her since 1991 at the firm they founded, Wilson and Wilson, PC. Mr. Wilson was a graduate of Norfolk Catholic High School, Belmont Abbey College and received a degree from Syracuse University College of Law while also obtaining a Master of Public Administration degree from the Syracuse University Maxwell School of Public Administration. He also completed additional graduate hours at Old Dominion University in urban studies. He served as an instructor for the Virginia Bar Association's "Bridge the Gap" seminars. A very talented musician and songwriter, Paul was a founding member and lead vocalist of the C-Street Band. He was actively involved with his children's activities, serving as the assistant coach of the Hampton Roads Academy Track team and also coached little league baseball. He was a past president with the Wythe Exchange Club, and thoroughly enjoyed frequent world travels with his wife and family. Survivors include his wife, Christie Wilson; two children, Concetta Wilson of Raleigh, N.C., and George M. Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla.; his sister, Maria Gilmer and his brother, Dr. George Wilson, as well as many well-loved nieces and nephews and Christie's large extended family with whom he was especially close. A funeral will be conducted at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 19, in the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home chapel by the Rev. Kenneth E. Wood. The family will receive friends immediately before the service beginning at 5:30 p.m. Personal condolence messages may be left at: www. caringbridge.org/visit/paulhwilson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to help team "Pauli's Girls" fight pancreatic cancer at: www.pancan.kintera.org/purplestrideraleighdurham10/concetta. |
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Oct 18, 2010 Pearl Marie Holt Blackard, 92, of Stuart, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Blue Ridge Nursing Center. She was born in Patrick County on Nov. 5, 1917, to Rush and Ella Wilson Holt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Shuble Blackard; a son, J.C. Blackard; a grandson, Charles Henry Blackard; two sisters, Dallas Hensley and Jane Ray; and two brothers, Moir and Noel Holt. She was a longtime member of the Church of Christ of Dry Pond. Surviving are two daughters, Nancy Lawson and Shirley Handy, both of Stuart; two sons, Charles William Blackard of Woolwine and Bennie Ray Blackard of Stuart; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; four step-granddaughters; two brothers, Harry Holt of Stuart and Jay Holt of Rocky Mount; two sisters, Norine Bufkin of Martinsville and Eunice Young of Bassett; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Moody Funeral Home with Aaron Blackard, James Percival and Don Sloan officiating. Burial will be in Patrick Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and other times at the home of Nancy and James Lawson, 2038 Big A School Road, Stuart. |
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HADDER, Peggy Shackelford, on Sunday, October 17, 2010 the Lord called our angel to her eternal home where there is no more pain and sorrow. Peggy was born March 8, 1937 in New London, Caroline County, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry James and Dolly Vaughan Shackelford, and her son, Timothy Wade Hadder. Peggy is survived by her husband of 54 years, Asbury Wallace Hadder; daughters, Susan Wallace Hadder and Catherine Hadder Armstrong; son-in-law, Donald Armstrong; three grandchildren, Emily Powell, Madison Armstrong, and Taylor Armstrong; sisters, Margaret Bruce and Mary Skinker; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Davis and Alva Hadder; and 10 nieces and nephews. After completing her education in Caroline County Public Schools, Peggy moved to Richmond and worked with the telephone company and several insurance companies. Peggy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and was particularly proud of being an excellent homemaker. She was loyal, considerate, and kind with a special love for infants. She prided herself in her friendship with Bowling Green grade school "pals," Ruth Turner, Mary Coleman, and Mary Bowie; her special friend for more than 49 years, Gloria Lucy; and her much loved family friends, Timmy and Tammy Lynn. Peggy was a lifetime member of the Baptist Church and most recently was a member of Carlisle Avenue Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 18 and Tuesday, October 19 at Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 20 at Bennett's. A reception will follow the service. Interment will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, October 20 in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bowling Green, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Carlisle Avenue Baptist Church, 2010 Carlisle Ave., Richmond, Va. 23231. |
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Marjorie Lee Peters VIRGINIA BEACH - Marjorie Lee Peters, 93, passed away Oct. 15, 2010. www. FamilyChoiceFunerals.com . ..... |
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Raymond W. Heim Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Raymond W. Heim Sr., 71, passed away Oct. 16, 2010 in his home, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 24, 1939 in White Deer, Pa., spent eight years in the Navy which brought him to Virginia and retired from the United States Postal Service. He was a well-known local fisherman and lure maker, and a member of the Virginia Beach Anglers Club. He was predeceased by his mother, Kathryn Koch and his wife Phyllis Heim. He is survived by his brother, George Heim Jr.; sister, Ardith Wilkins; daughter, Peggy Sue Duke; sons, Jerry Heim, Randy Heim, and Raymond Heim Jr. and fiancee, Tamela Zimmerman who was also Mr. Heim's companion. Also surviving Ray are his grandsons, Matthew Duke and Jeff Duke and wife Stephanie; and many friends. A funeral to celebrate Ray's life will be held Thursday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Oct. 20, at Woodlawn from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at www.woodlawngroup.com. |
FOSTER - In memory of Rebecca LaVerne Reese Foster who passed away October 15, 2002. I miss you so much, especially on Sundays. You will never be forgotten. Love, Your sister, Philathia |
CARTER, Robert L., 76, of Mechanicsville, died peacefully on October 16, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Daisy Schools Carter; as well as his two daughters, Teresa Brown and Susan Young; his sons-in-law, Rohn Brown and Tom Young; two grandsons, Ryan Brown and Michael Young; two sisters, Dorothy Shockley and Judy Minor, and their families. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Carter; mother, Mary Carter; brothers, Harry Carter Jr. and Woodrow Carter; and brothers-in-law, Odell Shockley, Phil Minor, Earnest Schools and Jimmy Adams. Robert retired after 48 years of dedicated service with David R. McGeorge Car Company. He was a member of Mizpah Methodist Church. He lived his life by setting an example of honesty, dignity, and respect for hard work. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Upper King and Queen Baptist Church Cemetery, Helmet. |
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Ruth G. Midgette CHESAPEAKE - Ruth G. Midgette of the 2400 block of Haywood Ave., passed away Oct. 12, 2010. The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. today, Oct. 18, at Oman Funeral Home, Francis Gay Chapel, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. Interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com. |
Arrangements by Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Saluda. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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Sandra "Sandy" Darlene Jones Hunt SALTVILLE, Va. Sandra "Sandy" Darlene Jones Hunt, age 63, passed away Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Online condolences may be made at |
Shelby J. Botto ASHBURNHAM, Mass. - Shelby J. (Johnson) Botto, 73, a longtime resident of Ashburnham, Mass., died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 in Heywood Hospital, Gardner, Mass., after a lengthy illness. Her beloved husband, Manuel S. "Manny" Botto, died Jan. 19, 2009. Shelby was born in Windsor, N.C., Oct. 10, 1937 and was raised in Chesapeake. She was a graduate of Oscar Smith High School in Virginia, Class of 1955. She and Manny lived in Auburn, Mass., for 16 years before finally settling in Ashburnham in 1982. She was a longtime member of Ashburnham Community Church in Ashburnham and the Crossroads Community Church of Fitchburg. She was an avid reader and enjoyed her grandchildren, family and friends. She was a good mother and a super grandmother. Shelby will be sadly missed by her daughter, Rose Marie St. Germain and her husband Chris of Ashburnham; her granddaughters, Clara St. Germain and Sadie St. Germain, both of Ashburnham; two brothers, Donald Johnson and his wife Lana of Chesapeake and Linwood Johnson and his wife Anne of Charlton; her daughter-in-law, Missy (Savko) Botto Blanchard and her husband Larry of Winchendon; a nephew, Francisco Botto and his wife Marci of Crystal Lake, Ill.; and a niece, Jo Ellen Kiourtzidis and her husband Vasili of Kitty Hawk, N.C., and the many great friends she has gained throughout her life. She was predeceased by her son, Manuel D. Botto of Ashburnham who died in 1994 and her brother, Robert "Bobby" Johnson of Hawaii who died last year. The family thanks you all for your prayers, love, support and kindness throughout Shelby's illness. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service in Ashburnham Community Church, Chapel St., Ashburnham, Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 10 a.m. Pastor Russell Grant will officiate. Burial will follow in New Cemetery, Ashburnham. Calling hours will be held today from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Community Chapel of Lamoureux Fletcher & Smith Funeral Home, 105 Central St., Gardner. To sign the online guest book for the Botto family, please visit us online at www.fletchercares. com. |
Three and a half years ago, Anne learned that she had a brain tumor, but during her struggle with the disease she always chose life and remained optimistic. Even though it was the most difficult three-and-a-half years of their family's life, it pulled them even closer together. Then on Thursday, a week ago, her suffering and long-term struggle came to an end as Almighty God called her home to Him. |
Sonya Carole Wood VIRGINIA BEACH - Sonya Carole Wood, 23, of the 1200 block of Corsair Drive, passed away Oct. 14, 2010 in her home. A native of Winchester, Mass., she was a medical assistant and a member of Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad 5. She is survived by her husband, Robert P. Wood; her son, Ryan C. Wood; her mother, Jane Welton; her father, Robert C. Gahn and wife Tracy of New Hampshire; her sister, Brooklynn Gahn of New Hampshire; two brothers, Shawn Grondin of Nevada and Robert C. Gahn Jr. of New Hampshire; her paternal grandmother, Carole Gahn of Massachusetts and maternal grandmother, Cecile Grondin of Quebec, Canada. The family will casually receive friends at Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad 5. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
ADKINS, Susan S., 63, of Providence Forge, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 16, 2010. She was a member of Glendale Community Bible Church. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Kimberly Jones; three grandchildren, Randy Whiting, Lucas Jones and Daniel Jones; one great-grandchild, Nai'zah Whiting. After 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010 her remains will rest in the Glendale Community Bible Church, 8151 Warriner Road, Richmond, where funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Arrangements by Angelus. |
KOEPPE SR. - THEODORE C. 9/9/07 - 10/14/62 In memory of our father, Theodore C. Koeppe Sr., who died 48 years ago today. Beside your grave we'll stand today and bow our heads in prayer thanking God for placing us in your kind and loving care. Theodore C. "Dick" Koeppe Jr., & Barbara Koeppe Rigney |
Viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at the funeral home. Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at the funeral home. |
HERBERT, Thomas Swepston, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 16, 2010. He was the son of the late W.C. Herbert Sr. and Lucille Bailey Herbert. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy Dent Herbert, and children, Tommy Herbert and Marianne Herbert. He is survived by his son, Bill and his wife, Kathy; grandchildren, Ashley H. Jones, Tommy Herbert and Chance Herbert. He is also survived by his brother, W.C. "Buck" Herbert Jr. of Ashland, Va. Tom moved from Richmond to Warsaw, Va. in 1967, and ran Warsaw Supermarket. He had a vision and built Time Square Shopping Center and relocated the Supermarket there until he sold the business in 1995. Tom loved genealogy and kept in touch with all of his relatives often. He served in World War II, he was a past member of the ACCA Temple Patrol and he served for many years on the Board of Directors for Northern Neck State Bank. There will be a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 18, 2010 at the Marks Chapel of the Welch Funeral Home, Warsaw, Va. A celebration of life service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at Warsaw United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Richmond County Little League, P.O. Box 608, Warsaw, Va. 22572, or the Warsaw United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 291, Warsaw, Va. 22572. |
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Sue Thomasson SUFFOLK - Cora Baxley "Sue" Thomasson, of the 2900 block of Ames Cove Drive, died Oct. 16, 2010 in her home. She ..... |
Virginia Foster Hendrick, 95, of El Paso, Texas, formerly of Ettrick, Va., died Oct. 3, 2010. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1060 N. Carolina Drive, El Paso, TX 79915, (915) 598-3332. |
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Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at Beech Grove Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends prior to the service from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday in the church. |
Wanda Lee Morris, Wanda Lee Morris, 74, of Fishersville, passed away, Saturday, October 16, 2010, at Willow Estates Retirement Home in Penn Laird., Wanda was born in Rockingham County, Virginia, on March 14, 1936, and was a daughter of the late Luther Pat and Sarah Frances (Morris) Raynes., She worked as a dental assistant for Dr. Robert Alexander and then for Dr. Nancy Jordan in Grottoes, and retired in 2000. She was a member of Grace Memorial Episcopal Church., Wanda was united in marriage, September 25, 1953, to Fred Eugene Morris who died June 30, 1987., Wanda is survived by two daughters, Pamela Simmons of Harrisonburg, and Teresa Lutz and her husband, Gregory " Bo", of Albertville, Minnesota; a sister, Elaine H. Morris of Grottoes; a brother-in-law, Melvin C. Morris of Soda, New York. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Brandon and Felicia Lutz; and a step granddaughter, Erica Maddox of Verona; nieces and nephews, Melvin C. Morris Jr. and his wife, Carrie, of Mount Airy, Maryland, and Shane and Samantha Sites of Grottoes., A memorial service will be conducted at Grace Memorial Episcopal Church, Port Republic, Virginia, 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010, with the Reverend Stuart Wood officiating., Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at Edgewood Cemetery in Grottoes., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at Johnson Funeral Service Chapel in Grottoes, or at the home of Pamela Simmons, 1079 Misty Court, Harrisonburg., Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Memorial Episcopal Church, 7120 Ore Bank Road, Port Republic, VA 24471., Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Johnson Funeral Service in Grottoes, is in charge of arrangements. |
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William "Bill" Morrell BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Funeral services for William "Bill" Morrell will be held on Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at 1 p.m. in the Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel with the Rev. Eddie Zimmerman officiating. Online condolences may be registered at |
William Boyd Ellinger STAUNTON, William Boyd Ellinger, 69, husband of Joyce Ann (Painter) Ellinger, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2010, at the Shenandoah House of Augusta Health of Fishersville., He was born on March 3, 1941, in Staunton, a son of the late Harry Spencer and Minnie (Harlow) Ellinger., Prior to retirement, Mr. Ellinger was a dry wall worker. He loved playing music with his friends., In addition to his wife, whom he married on January 15, 1972, family members include a step-daughter, Patty Harvey and her husband, Kenny; a step-grandson, Brendon Harvey; and uncle and aunt, Mark and Dot Harlow; a brother, Harry E. Ellinger; a sister, Janet Delores Ellinger; and cousins and nieces, all of Staunton., He was preceded in death by a sister, Carolyn Marcum; a brother-in-law, Howard Marcum; a brother, Garland Ellinger; a niece and two nephews, Pam and Joshua V. Kothbauer and Howard Marcum; and his father and mother-in-law, Royce and Betty Painter., A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010, at the Henry Funeral Home Chapel by the Reverend Harold W. "Pete" Campbell. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens., Active pallbearers will be David Kimbell, Jeff King, Kenny Harvey, Eddie Haily, Junior Haily, and Mickey Taylor., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at the funeral home., Condolences may be sent to the family at |
EVANS, William E., age 50, of Richmond, passed from this life on October 16, 2010. He is survived by his father, William R. Evans, mother, Alice Ware, and sister, Cheryl Marie Evans, all of Amelia. Memorial services Wednesday, 1 p.m. on October 20, 2010 at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home 16409 Court St. in Amelia with interment private. |
William "Elbo", King Palmer William " Elbo" King Palmer, 82, of McDowell, Virginia, died on Saturday, October 16, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born on December 18, 1927, in Brunswick, Maryland, a son of the late Vincent Palmer and Mary King Palmer., He was a long time resident of Middletown Valley in Frederick County, Maryland., Mr. Palmer was a, veteran having served in the, . He retired as a Yard Master and Train Master after completing 44 years of service with the B & O Railroad. He loved to travel out west with his wife, and loved working in his woodshop making furniture and crafts. He was a member of Hiner Church of the Brethren at McDowell, Virginia, where he was a member of the Helping Hands Group at the church., He was preceded in death by a brother, James V. Palmer., Survivors include his wife of a 63 year marriage, Martha Palmer; two daughters, Sherry Bunyard and her husband, Jim, of Waynesboro, Marsha Ward and her husband, Carl of Page, Arizona; a son, Earl Palmer and his significant other, Kim Moretz, of Hedgesville, West Virginia; two brothers, Charles Rau of Durham, North Carolina, Robert Rau of Corpus Christi, Texas; and a great companion, Bob Baucom of Durham, North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Robin Vance of Hagerstown, Maryland, Cindy Thomas of Mineral Wells, Texas, Gene Lakin of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, Patty Black of Waynesboro, Sean Palmer of Park City, Utah, Christian Palmer of Hagerstown, Maryland, Brendan Palmer of Hagerstown, Maryland; four great-grandchildren, Sam and Nick Vance and Xavier and Isaiah Black; and a number of nieces and nephews., A memorial service celebrating his life will be conducted 12 p.m. Friday, October 22, 2010, at the Hiner Church of the Brethren in McDowell., At Elbo's request, his ashes will be spread at Wolf Creek Pass in Colorado, a spot he dearly loved., Memorial contributions may be made to the Hiner Church of the Brethren, 85 Hiner Church Road, McDowell, VA 24458., Family and friends may sign the guest register at, McDow Funeral Home is handling arrangements. |
Lieutenant Colonel, William Roorebach Closs, U.S., , Retired William Roorebach Closs, LTC, U.S. Army (retired), age 79, died on October 14, 2010, at his home in Manassas, Virginia. He was born on August 17, 1931, in Sparta, New Jersey, son of the late Edwin and Ruth (Anderson) Closs., Bill Closs was a devoted Catholic and a true family man, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. His life was significant to many people, but most of all to his large extended family. Bill touched many lives and everyone he touched was positively impacted. He was a U.S. Army, who served our nation for 22 years, with service that included multiple tours in Vietnam and overseas. During Bill's distinguished career, he received many awards to include the, He was preceded in death by his son, Eric; his parents; two sisters; one brother and his first wife, Alice Gray Closs. Survivors include his loving wife of 30 years, COL (retired) Virginia Marie Closs of Manassas, Virginia; seven children: James Closs of Hampton, Virginia; Leslie Blessing and husband, James, of Carlisle, Pennsylvania; COL Thomas Closs and wife, Christina, of Richmond, Kentucky; Patrick Closs and wife, Alisa, of Carlisle, Pennsylvania; Tyler Closs and wife, Susannah, of Carlisle, Pennsylvania; Susan Suckfiel and husband, Eric, of Bristow, Virginia; and Michelle Closs of Manassas, Virginia; 14 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, Virginia, on Wednesday, October 20, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., where a rosary will be said at 7:30 p.m. A memorial mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 8213 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, Virginia, on Thursday, October 21, 2010, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Francis J. Peffley officiating. A Mass of Christian burial will be said at Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Thursday, January 20, 2011, at 10 a.m. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery on January 20 at 3 p.m. with full military honors., Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Building Fund, 8213 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, Virginia 20155, in loving memory of LTC William R. Closs. Condolences may be sent to: |
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Paul Hamilton Wilson HAMPTON - Paul H. Wilson, 60, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. A native of Pensacola, Fla., he had been a Peninsula ..... |
Monday, October 18, 2010 2:00 AM |
Sonya Carole Wood VIRGINIA BEACH - Sonya Carole Wood, 23, of the 1200 block of Corsair Drive, passed away Oct. 14, 2010 in her ..... |
FORD - Zenobia Cheatham It has been a year since you passed away, but we know your Heavenly presence will be with us. We miss you dearly, but we know God wants you more. Love, Children & Grandchildren |
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