SMITHFIELD - Alice Moore Hannon, 77, of Smithfield, Va., beloved wife of 40 years to Robert Charles Hannon, passed away on Oct. 25, 2010. |
Alonza B. McKeel Jr. NORFOLK - Mac McKeel, U.S. Navy retired, 86, passed peacefully Sept. 25, 2010, in Denver. He graduated from Maury High School and Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy, served his country in multiple World War II campaigns, and retired from Navy and NationsBank. He was an active member and Sunday School teacher at First Lutheran Church. He is survived by his children: Mac McKeel (Denver) and daughter Linda Heath (Richmond). A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, in First Lutheran Church, Colley Avenue. He was buried with full military honors at Fort Logan. Donations to Lutheran Family Services in lieu of flowers. |
Alvin Leroy Nichols Jr. Alvin Leroy Nichols Jr., 83, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born Sunday, Feb. 13, 1927, in Bedford County, a son of the late Alvin Leroy Nichols Sr. and Jennie Lou Roberts Nichols. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Basil Nichols, Travis Nichols, Ray B. Nichols and Troy Lee Nichols, and three sisters, Agnes Guthrie, Inez Baber and Lorene Dare Johnson. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force and Bedford County Public Schools and was a member of Main Street United Methodist Church. Surviving is his wife, Anna Lashutka Nichols; and four sisters, Isabelle N. Hughes, of Bedford, Katherine Wood, of Huddleston, Mary Ann Wade, of Hampton; and Barbara Jane Padgett, of Roanoke. The family requests no flowers and are asking those who wish to make memorials to consider , P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058, or the Alzheimer's Association , 1022 Commerce St., Lynchburg, VA 24504. Funeral services, with military honors by American Legion Post # 16, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the graveside at Bethesda United Methodist Church Cemetery, with the Rev. Les Trail and the Rev. Tammy Franklin officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford. |
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Mrs. Annie Cragg Stokes, 89, formerly of 13522 Glebe Road, DeWitt, Va., entered into eternal rest and peace early Monday morning, Oct. 25, 2010, at the Envoy of Lawrenceville Center., She was born Aug. 18, 1921, to the late Arthur Cragg and Anarchy Jordan Cragg. She was educated in the Dinwiddie County School System and was a graduate of the Dinwiddie Training Institute. At an early age, she joined the Shiloh Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, and was a former member of the Choir and Pastors Aid Ministry. Along with being the wife of a farmer, she was also a former employee of Keller MFG, McKenney, Va. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edison Stokes; brothers, James, Oscar, Garfield and Reuben Cragg; and two sisters, Julia C. Bradley and Augusta C. Parker., She is survived by her brother, Jonathan Cragg and his wife, Louise, of Dinwiddie; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends., Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at the Shiloh Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, with the pastor, the Rev. David L. Banks Sr., officiating. Burial will commence at the church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Thursday at the McKenney Chapel., Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the J.M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, (804) 478-4411. |
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Richard A. Arena CHINCOTEAGUE - Richard Anthony "Richie" Arena, 71, died peacefully in his sleep Oct. 24, 2010. Mr. Arena was born in Brooklyn, ..... |
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Oct 28, 2010 Avis D. Redd Wright, 72, of Akron, Ohio, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. She was born in Stuart on Nov. 15, 1937, to John Henry and Elizabeth Ann Foddrell Redd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Henry "Boley" Redd. She attended Russell Business College in Virginia, then moved to Ohio. She worked as a secretary for several companies, the last being State Farm Insurance in North Carolina. She was a member of the House of the Lord in Akron, Ohio. Surviving are her husband of 37 years, Raymond T. Wright of the home; one son, Ricky Phillips of Chillicothe, Ohio; five brothers, Gary Redd Sr. of Walnut Cove, N.C., Marvin Garland Redd of Stuart, Roger Redd of Stoneville, N.C., Maurice Redd of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Cephus Redd of Orrville, Ohio; three grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A funeral will be at noon Friday at the House of the Lord, 1650 Diagonal Road in Akron. The family will receive friends an hour before the service at the church. Rhoden Memorial Home in Akron is in charge of arrangements, and Moody Funeral Home in Stuart provided local information. |
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Florine M. Banks VIRGINIA BEACH - Ms. Florine M. Banks, 62, joined the Lord Oct. 25, 2010 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. She ..... |
Memorial donations may be made to Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P. O. Box 9, Bena, VA 23018. |
Farish Jr., Bernard Coulter Farish Jr., 51, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2010 in a local hospital., He was born on September 10, 1959, in Charlottesville, the son of Bernard Coulter Farish Sr. and Betty Collins Farish., He was a graduate of Albemarle High School and worked for facilities management at the University of Virginia. He was a good dad and husband who would always make you smile. Bernard enjoyed farming and his grandchildren were his pride and joy., Other survivors include his wife of 32 years, Rebecca Farish; his children, Bernard C. Farish III and his wife, Jennifer Dinsmore, Kenneth Wayne Farish and Jasmine Harrell; six grandchildren, DeAndre, Sierra, Kaylie, Mia, Jordan and Kayden; four sisters, Teresa Farish and her husband, David, Pamela Sacre and her husband, Ronnie, Sonya Weathersbee and her husband, Barry, and Glenda Kirby and her husband, Dale; and numerous nieces and nephews. Last but not least, he will be missed by his dog, Rauss., The family extends special thanks to the Doctors at The Hope Center and to the Nursing Staff of the 7th Floor of Martha Jefferson Hospital for all their kind consideration., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend John Austin officiating. Interment will follow at Monticello Memory Gardens., Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, October 28, 2010, at the funeral home. |
HARRIS, Beverley Langley Dec. 1949 - Oct. 1993 Because we love you, one and all, we have learned to accept the call. On your life from labor to reward, 17 years ago, we still take time to recall. Love, The Family |
Billie Muriel Kaser, October 12, 1938 - October 25, 2010, Our loving mother, Billie Kaser, leaves a legacy of peace and joy, and a passion for family, friends, and faith. She expressed her love of God and her commitment to her church and community joyfully throughout her life., Billie cared deeply about education and completed her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in English while raising young children. Though she enjoyed great success in several career fields, she counted her years of teaching young people at Principia Middle School as the most rewarding., We have witnessed our mother's strength and independence throughout her life. She has always retained her sense of humor and faith in the most difficult of situations, from milking cows on a farm in Wyoming, to teaching inner-city youth, and lately facing the challenges of the last year with humility and grace., Her sparkling smile, inner beauty, and strength of character will be missed by her children, Heide Kaser, Kristina Schonewolf and Dzung Vo; her grandchildren, Jennifer, Adrienne, Ryan, Christina, Nicholas, Megan, and Nathan, and her husband, Howard Ziemer., Billie's first husband, Edwin J. Kaser, preceded her in death after 29 years of loving marriage in 1987., A memorial service is planned at Teague Funeral Home, 9 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Church of Christ Scientist in Charlottesville, with an earmark for the Sunday School Building Fund, 1618 Gordon Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903-1918. |
Blanche C. Jackson of Charlottesville, Virginia, departed this life on Sunday, October 24, 2010, at the Laurels Nursing Home., Blanche was born on August 28, 1931, in Palmyra, Virginia, to the late William and Bertha Magruder Carter., Blanche is survived by one devoted sister, Helen C. Tinsley and her husband, George, of Charlottesville; two devoted brothers, Andrew G. Carter and his wife, Pam, of Flint, Michigan, and Coleman L. Tinsley of Toronto, Canada; three devoted sisters-in-law, Rebecca Carter of Charlottesville, Faye Carter of Steelton, Pennsylvania, and Anna Carter of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; two devoted nieces, Betty T. Iwobi and Enjoli Tinsley and two devoted nephews, Robert and Michael Carter, all of Charlottesville; and many other family members and friends., Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at Zion Union Baptist Church with the Reverend Lloyd Cosby officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery., The family would like to give a special thank you to Mary Banks and family, and the staff at The Laurels for their care of Blanche during her time of illness., J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Marjorie S. Bradley CHESAPEAKE - Marjorie S. Bradley, 84, of the 2300 block of Tapscott Ave., was called home to be with the Lord ..... |
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Catherine Brown PORTSMOUTH - Catherine Brown, 61, entered the arms of Jesus Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. Catherine is survived by her husband, David Brown; ..... |
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C. Eugene "Gene" Trivett KINGSPORT, Tenn. Visitation for C. Eugene "Gene" Trivett will be Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, from 6-8 p.m. at East Lawn Funeral Home. Masonic Services will follow at 8 p.m. with the Kingsport Masonic Lodge No. 688 F and AM. Funeral services will follow with the Rev. Richard Ratliff and Allen Likens, officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted, Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at 11 a.m. in East Lawn Memorial Park. Military services accorded by American Legion Color Guard. Honorary pallbearers will be sons-in-law, grandsons and nephews. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Church Hill Health Care for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local , 207 N. Boone St., Johnson City, TN 37604. Please visit our Web site at |
ANDERSON - In loving memory of sis, Carol T. Anderson. Four years ago your life ended, but your memories will last forever. Love, Ma, Buddy & Jean |
PROVIDENCE FORGE - Carol Myers Moore, 67, of Providence Forge, Va., passed away Oct. 26, 2010. |
Carolyn Mays Sadler YORKTOWN Carolyn Mays Sadler, 68, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010. Carolyn was born in Lynchburg, in 1942 to Elsie Grubbs Mays and Wilson C. Mays. In 1964, she graduated from St. Luke's Hospital School of Nursing. She became a resident of York County in Dare and a member of Providence United Methodist Church in 1966. Carolyn enjoyed 23 years as a school nurse; the last 18 years for Hampton City Schools at Jane H. Bryan Elementary. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 46 years, Wayne C. Sadler, of Yorktown; daughter, Lisa M. Sadler, of State College, Pa.; son, Alan C. Sadler, and wife, Melissa, of Yorktown; grandson, Joshua C. Sadler, also of Yorktown; and a sister, Suzy Amburn, and husband, Roy, of Reedville. Visitation will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Amory Funeral Home in Grafton. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Providence United Methodist Church in Dare, with Pastor C. Douglas Akers presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to The American Cancer Society and Providence United Methodist Church in Dare. |
Catherine Brown PORTSMOUTH - Catherine Brown, 61, entered the arms of Jesus Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. Catherine is survived by her husband, David Brown; daughter, Christine L. Pearce, her husband James and their children, Emily and Grace; daughter, Angela Scott Rosette, her husband Javier and their son, Darby; brother, William Joseph Stutts II. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. today in Good News Baptist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service starting at 1 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Leach Family Cemetery in Starr, N.C., at 11 a.m. Saturday. Loving Funeral Home is handling the services and online condolences may be made at www.lovingfuneralhome.com. |
Dean Charles A. Perry of Charlottesville, Virginia, died on Sunday, October 24, 2010, in Asheville, North Carolina., Dean Perry was the Associate Rector of Saint Paul's Memorial Episcopal Church in Charlottesville from 1964 until 1968 and returned to Charlottesville with his wife, Joy, for their retirement in 1995., After starting a career in public service with the Atomic Energy Commission, he attended Virginia Theological Seminary graduating in 1962. His service as an Episcopal priest included Grace Episcopal Church in Goochland, Virginia, Trinity Episcopal Church in Bloomington, Indiana, in addition to Saint Paul's., In 1970, he became the Executive Officer of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. In 1976, he was named the Provost of the Washington National Cathedral leading the worship life of that church and fostering international peace and communication. Dean Perry lead the mission of the Cathedral as a House of Prayer For All People. He also officiated over completion of construction and the final dedication in 1990. His last position was as Dean of the Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley California., In retirement, Dean Perry was active in St. Paul's Memorial Church and Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge. He was an active and popular presenter at OLLIE., Dean Perry is the author of The Resurrection Promise and held Doctor of Divinity degrees from Virginia Theological Seminary and Church Divinity School of the Pacific., Dean Perry is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joy Perry; sister, Jennie Belle Barr of Boca Raton, Florida, Dana Leslie and Russell Smith, daughter and son-in-law of Fairfax, Virginia; Russell Keith Perry and Jeanette Rosenburg, son and daughter-in-law of Charlottesville, Virginia; grandchildren, Traber and Leslie Smith, and Daniel, Hannah and Julia Perry., Funeral services will take place at St. Paul's Memorial Episcopal Church 3 p.m. Sunday, October 31, 2010., In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Paul's Memorial Episcopal Church, Washington National Cathedral, or Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge Foundation. |
Charles Lanfranchi VIRGINIA BEACH - Charles Natale Lanfranchi, 87, passed away peacefully Oct. 26, 2010 in a local hospital. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mr. Lanfranchi served our country proudly in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a civilian employee of the Navy until his retirement in 1980. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years, Dorothy Barnes Lanfranchi; three children, Charles N. Lanfranchi Jr. and wife Sandra, Kimberly Lanfranchi Cohen and husband Barry, and Jody A. Lanfranchi and wife Rita; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at Rosewood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum, P.O. Box 1926, Albany, NY 12201 or the charity of your choice. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com. |
DUNNAVANT, Charles Melvin, 66, of Powhatan, passed away Monday, October 25, 2010. He is survived by his domestic partner, Patricia Goodman; son, Jeff Dunnavant; stepson, Scott Goodman; sisters, Joan and Pat; grandson, Collin; stepgranddaughter, Jesse; and an ex-wife, Mildred Wilson. Charles was a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After his service he was a millwright in the local Millwright Union # 1402. The family is planning a private gathering of friends and family at a later date. Donations may be made to the , 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
Cinda L. Sorey VIRGINIA BEACH - Cinda L. Sorey, 80, of the 1000 block of Towanda Road, passed away Oct. 26, 2010 in her home. A native of Norfolk, she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Susan Johnson and the widow of James M. Sorey. She retired from the Virginia Beach Public School System. She is survived by her son, James M. Sorey Jr. and wife Rose of Moyock, N.C.; two daughters, Patricia West and husband Graham of Gates County, North Carolina and Peggy Roberson and husband David of Moyock; seven grandchildren, James Paul Graham, Graham West III and wife Stacy, Tabatha Dwyer and husband Richard, Pam Smith and husband Shannon, Jennifer McAllister and husband Jason, David Roberson II and wife Dena and Lance Roberson and fiancée Heather; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret Lupton and husband Jasper of Chesapeake; a brother, Junior Johnson of Richmond and two brothers- in-law, Roy Sorey and wife Audrey and Chester Sorey. A graveside service will be conducted Friday at noon in Rosewood Memorial Park with Pastor Vic Ramsey officiating. The family will receive friends in Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
GLOUCESTER - Clement A. "Gus" Powers, 71, died Oct. 22, 2010, at Maryview Medical Center. |
Cleo F. Owens GLADE SPRING, Va. Cleo F. Owens, 87, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at her home. She was born Sept. 10, 1923, to the late Wyndham D. and Cora Sanders Farris. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John E. Owens; her son, John S. Owens; and nine brothers and sisters. Survivors are her daughters, Pat (Gene) Wise of Bluefield, Va., Susan (Tim) Farley of Prince George, Va., and Renee (Michael) McIntyre of Christiansburg, Va.; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Sue Grady of Fayetteville, N.C.; brother, Harold Farris of Odum, Ga.; special daughter-in-law, Libby Owens; and several nieces and nephews. The family would also like to extend special thanks to caregivers, Carol Goodpasture and Rexine Davenport. A graveside service for Mrs. Owens will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Mt. Rose Cemetery in Glade Spring with Pastor Tom Sullivan officiating. No visitation will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Seven Springs Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 876, Glade Spring, VA 24340. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Colbert L. Drake VIRGINIA BEACH - Colbert L. Drake went to be with the Lord Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. A native of Chesapeake, he was born to Mr. Clayton O. Drake and Mary Skyles Drake. He was predeceased by two brothers, Clifford Drake and Clayton Drake III. Colbert was self-employed as the owner and operator of Affordable Services, a successful painting and home improvement business. Colbert leaves to cherish his memories his lifelong soul mate, Linda Jackson. He is also survived by his children, Kimberly, Kevin, and LaVar Drake, Lemain and Che' Jackson; two sisters, Berthenia Cromwell and Cherryl Belton; nine grandchildren and many aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A celebration of Colbert's life will be conducted Friday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 120 W. Berkley Ave. A visitation will be held today, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanservice.com. |
Connie Faye Sawyer CHESAPEAKE -Connie Faye Sawyer, 63, passed away Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com. |
FARMER, Cora D., 74, of Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by Joseph Farmer Sr.; her sons, Larry Farmer, Eugene Farmer, Barry Farmer and Joseph Farmer Jr. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 30, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at First African Baptist Church, 2700 Haynes Ave., Richmond, Va. |
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Frank Corillo VIRGINIA BEACH - Frank Corillo was many things to many people, but on the top of the list was loving husband and ..... |
Crispin D. Dicipulo NORFOLK - Crispin Domingo Dicipulo went to be with the Lord Oct. 24, 2010. He was born in Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippine Islands in 1933 and became a U.S. citizen in 1968. He entered the United States Navy in 1954 and served honorably for 20 years. During his career as a chief petty officer storekeeper he served on many ships and completed two tours in Vietnam. After retiring from the military, he was employed by the United States Postal Service and retired after 25 years. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, and seven grandchildren. Crispin was a resident of Norfolk. A service will be held Friday, Oct. 29, at 1 p.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home with a visitation one hour prior. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.woodlawngroup.com. |
GLOUCESTER - Daniel Edward Pauze, 88, died on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at his home. |
Mr. Daniel Lee Jackson, of 100 Kippax Place, Hopewell, Va., died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at his residence. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
David A. Mondy Jr. MCCOY - David Allen "Dave" Mondy Jr., 56, of McCoy, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010. He was born in Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 6, 1953. Dave owned and operated the New River Junction at McCoy for more than 25 years. Dave was a proud father and coach to his junior golfers, Jake and Ryan, and took great pleasure in watching their success on and off the course. "May your drives be long and straight, may your putts be short and true, and, may there ever be a bit of green grass under every lie." He is survived by his wife, Bernadette Mondy of Blacksburg; his parents, David Allen Sr. and Peggy Johnson of Norfolk; two sons, Jacob "Jake" Allen Mondy and Ryan Lenahan Mondy, both of Blacksburg; one sister, Deana Mondy of Chesapeake; one brother, Doug Mondy of Outer Banks, N.C. The funeral will be conducted Saturday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Donald Conner officiating. The family will receive friends at a reception at the Blacksburg Country Club following the service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Bradley Johnson Memorial Foundation, 2313 Maury Place, Birmingham, AL 35242, www.BJMF.org. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg. |
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Walter H. Dawson CHERITON - Walter Harcourt Dawson, 90, husband of Charlotte Dawson and a resident of Cheriton passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 ..... |
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Oct 28, 2010 The funeral for Dewey Ray Hughes, 73, of Stuart, who died Oct. 25, 2010, was held Wednesday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Reggie Steele officiating. Burial was in the Hughes family cemetery. Pallbearers were Timmy Hughes, Ricky Hughes, Keith Hughes, John Hughes, Phillip Tingler and Dajen Quesenberry. |
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Crispin D. Dicipulo NORFOLK - Crispin Domingo Dicipulo went to be with the Lord Oct. 24, 2010. He was born in Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippine ..... |
HEINZ, DOT Honey you left us one year ago today, we love and miss you. Love, Ed, Pamela and Skip |
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Colbert L. Drake VIRGINIA BEACH - Colbert L. Drake went to be with the Lord Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. A native of Chesapeake, he ..... |
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J. Rodney Duckworth Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rodney Duckworth Sr., 74, went home to be with his Lord ..... |
Edmund J. Stronski HAMPTON - Retired Navy Cmdr. Edmund J. "Ned" Stronski, 90, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010 in Suffolk. Born in Albany, N.Y., June 20, 1920, he was a longtime resident of Hampton. Ned was preceded in death by his father and mother, Andrew B. and Alice Flood Stronski; his wife, Jean Noesser Stronski; and two daughters, Mary Lorraine Stronski and Loretta Jean Stronski. He is survived by four loving children, Elizabeth Stronski Deshotel (Clopha) of Bridgeport, Conn., Catherine Elena Stronski of Vero Beach, Fla., Claire Stronski Isley (Sam) of Chesapeake, and James Andrew Stronski (Angelika) of Jacksonville, Fla.; and six grandchildren, Hanabeta Deshotel, Katarina Deshotel, Abraham Deshotel, Dawn Deshotel, Bonnie Deshotel and Joseph Isley. Ned lived in Schenectady, N.Y., at his parental home until he entered the Navy in 1942. He was a graduate of Siena College with a B.S. degree in physics. While serving in the Navy, he attended the U.S. Navy Postgraduate School and graduated with a major in meteorology. Upon retirement from the Navy, Ned enrolled in graduate school at Old Dominion University, where he earned a M.S. degree in education. Ned was a veteran of World War II, as well as the Korean and Vietnam wartime periods. His sea service was served in various types of naval vessels. Destroyer duty accounted for several years of his naval service, which included the command of the USS Turner (DDR-834) and the USS Earl B. Hall (APD-107). Additionally, he served six years of sea duty with the U.S. Naval Meteorological Service. He retired from the Navy in 1968 after 26 years of active duty. Upon retirement from the Navy, Ned was the Naval Science Instructor for the NJROTC unit in Kecoughtan High School for 13 years. Ned was a longtime parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hampton. He served on the parish board for several years as well as the new church building committee. He also served as a lector at Sunday masses. Ned was a docent for the Mariners' Museum for more than 20 years and was a life member of the Military Officers Association. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at St. Joseph Church, Hampton, by the Rev. Alistair McKay. Interment will be in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Norfolk at 10 a.m. Saturday. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Maryview Nursing Care Center. R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home is in charge. |
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Elizabeth Purvis NORFOLK - Elizabeth Moye Purvis, 87, of the 200 block of W. 35th Street, a native of Greenville, N.C., entered into eternal rest Friday, Oct. 22, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband, John B. Purvis; her son, John Purvis; and grandsons, Maurice Purvis and Jimmie Lee Purvis Jr. Mrs. Purvis was a proud member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Norfolk for more than 50 years. She was a dedicated member of Belle-Purvis Missionary Society and was devoted in her relationship with the Lord. Survivors include eight daughters, Barbara Jean Price of New Jersey, Lois McClain of Chesapeake, Zula Gaines, Brenda Purvis, Linda Purvis, Audrey Kirkland, Arvis Purvis McDaniels (Warren), all of Norfolk, and Nancy Purvis of Chesapeake; two sons, Jimmie Lee Purvis Sr. (Wanda) of Maryland and Artist Purvis (Priscilla) of Michigan, along with a wealth of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held at noon Friday, Oct. 29, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in the Berkley section of Norfolk. Dr. James Webb, pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, will officiate the service. Burial will occur in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. A viewing will be held from noon to 8 p.m. today, Oct. 28, at Metropolitan Funeral Home, Granby Chapel. Family members will be there to greet friends of the family between 6 and 8 p.m. The family would like to express warm thanks and appreciation to Sentara's professional and compassionate medical staff and Mrs. Purvis' personal caregivers. The family would like to express special gratitude to the Sentara PACE Program, in which Mrs. Purvis was a participant. The PACE program will forever hold a special place in the family's heart. Condolences may be expressed via www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
She had 25 grandchildren, two deceased, Christian "Chris" Stallings and Melissa Guilliams. |
Eva Yeatts Neathery Simmons of Waterford Court, died on Friday, October 22, 2010 in the Danville Regional Medical Center., She was born on August 20, 1921, in Pittsylvania County, the daughter of the late Richard Yeatts and Minnie Powell Yeatts., She was married to Kenneth Lee Neathery, who predeceased her in 1987, and then to John Simmons who predeceased her in 2009., Mrs. Simmons was retired from Sears where she had worked as head of the Control Department. She was an active member of Moffett Memorial Baptist Church, a member of The Wednesday Club, the Book and Author Club, Garden Club, an active bridge player and she had a Paul Harris Fellowship., She was also predeceased by two brothers, William Bennett Yeatts and Archie Yeatts., She is survived by one son, Kenneth Lee Neathery Jr. and his wife, Sarah Wall Neathery, of Keswick, Virginia; two grandchildren, Kenneth Lee Neathery III and his wife, Rhonda, and Preston Tyler Neathery and his wife, Jennie, both of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and four great-grandchildren, J. Gabriel Neathery, Kenneth Lee Neathery IV, Gantt Tyler Neathery and Ashlin Korin Moore Neathery, all of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at Moffett Memorial Baptist Church with the Reverend Jeffrey Wright officiating., The family suggests that memorials may be made to the Kenneth Lee Neathery Endowed Scholarship Fund at Danville Community College, 1008 South Main Street, Danville, VA 24541., The family expresses their deep appreciation to her caregivers, Ann Gwyne, Elner Guy, Jackie Coles and Norma Hodnett. |
GARNETT, Evelyn Harris Lowry, 86, of Richmond, Va., widow of Clifton Bryan Lowry, passed away on October 26, 2010 at Spring Arbor of Richmond. She was preceded in death by her parents, James A. and Elsie Harris; sisters, Mary Bivens and Meredith Harris. She is survived by a daughter, Patsy Rice and her husband, C. Scott Rice; brother and sister, Martha Stevens and Roy Harris; and grandchildren, Kimberly and Karen Ball; great-grandchildren, Ashley and Sean McConnell; favorite nieces, Elizabeth Mauney and Della Herring; and many other nieces and nephews. She spent all her life helping others and volunteering at her church. She volunteered as an auxiliary board member at First Baptist Church, at Elizabeth Crump Manor Shepherd Center, and many, many other places. Visitation will be at Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Graveside service to follow in Westhampton Memorial Park, followed by a reception at Hebron Presbyterian Church, Manakin-Sabot, Va. Condolences to woodyfuneralhomeparham.com. |
FAISON, Mrs. Fannie Alice, of Richmond, departed this life October 23, 2010. She is survived by four sons, Richard, Alvin (Paulette) and Leon Faison and Cornelius Wallace (Margarita); four daughters, Dorothy Velasco (Richard), Mary Lee, Reagenia Tydings and Donna Price (Walter); a host of grandchildren; one sister, Mabel Cousins; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where the family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. Remains will lie in state Thursday, 12 noon, at Cedar Street Baptist Church of God, 2301 Cedar St. Rev. Dr. Anthony M. Chandler Sr., pastor. Dr. Benjamin W. Robertson Sr., eulogist. Burial Oakwood Cemetery. |
Florine M. Banks VIRGINIA BEACH - Ms. Florine M. Banks, 62, joined the Lord Oct. 25, 2010 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. She is survived by four loving children, Marvin Banks, Leon Banks, Lovonda Banks, and Rolschell Banks; sisters, Elsie Vincent, Gladys Boggs, and Debbie Coleman; 14 grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by Robert Banks, A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Gospel Light Church of Christ Holiness, 7435 Evelyn T. Butts Ave., Norfolk, with Bishop George W. Thompson officiating. Arrangement are being entrusted to Keith Matthews Funeral Home 5665 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502. Condolences may be expressed at www.keithmatthewsfuneralhome.com. |
Frank Corillo VIRGINIA BEACH - Frank Corillo was many things to many people, but on the top of the list was loving husband and father. He passed away peacefully Oct. 25, 2010. He was born in New York Jan. 20, 1924. During his 86 years he was primarily involved in sales and was successful because of his honest and ethical approach to his clients and customers. He always did what he said he would do. A member of the Greatest Generation, he served in the Coast Guard during World War II. Following that he married the one love of his life, Kathleen T. Gallagher, and together they raised four children, who are left to honor his memory as a kind and gentle man who had a good word for everyone he knew. When he lived in Northvale, N.J., he was asked by both political parties to run for mayor. He was transferred to Boston with his job before he could enter the political arena but not before he and his wife joined the all volunteer ambulance corps in the town and Frank soon became its president. His career eventually took him to Virginia Beach where he found a home and remained there in retirement. His wife, Kathleen, predeceased Frank in 2000. He is survived by his son, Dr. Glenn Corillo and his wife Marilyn; his three daughters, Dale Ann Corillo, Dawn Marie Manson and her husband Van, and Nova Jean Corillo. He also had 10 grandchildren, Keith Corillo, Scott Corillo, Todd Corillo, Chad Corillo, Cori Trask, Casey Trask, Megan Trask, Kimberly Manson, Van Manson II, and Rebecca Manson. He also leaves two great-grandchildren, Natalie Jean De Castro and Alexander O'Brian. The family will receive friends Friday, Oct. 29, at the Kellum Funeral Home, 601 North Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, 712 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach Saturday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome. com. |
After taking early retirement from the VA United Methodist Conference, Ray went on to a second career as a real estate broker and investor in Hampton, Va., where he owned and operated Peninsula Homes, Inc., served as Chairman of the Board for Low Income Housing; actively participated in the development of Great Oak Apartments for the Elderly in Newport News, Va., along with the Assisted Housing Development, and the Newport News Homeowner's Association. |
GENEVA CARYLEEN MARSHALL TURPIN FLOYD-Geneva Caryleen Marshall Turpin, 85, left on her heavenly journey Thursday, October 21, 2010. Those left to cherish her memory are her ten children and spouses: Ray and Linda Turpin, Roy and Juanita Turpin, Wanda Cox, Bonnie and Jesse Lawrence, Juanita and Joe Salmons, Kathy Adkins, Rita Turpin and James Worrell, Marla and Danny Owen, Teresa and Scott Beard, and Buddy Turpin; sisters, Isabelle Jalis of Dumfries, VA and Oleda Henley of Pulaski, VA; brother, Guy Marshall of Max Meadows, VA; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Uriah Turpin and two sons, Guy Turpin and Garry Joe Turpin; three brothers, Jesse Marshall, Everette Marshall, and Will Marshall. Always with a ready smile and a great sense of humor, she rarely complained even though you knew at times her heart was breaking. Her love of nature was apparent by her surroundings and she dearly loved her children, grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren and being blessed with Buddy, has filled her life with joy and happiness beyond compare. Funeral service was held on Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ralph Duncan officiating. Interment followed in the Duncan Chapel Cemetery. Visitation was held from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at Maberry Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please remember the gift that keeps giving, The Gideon's Memorial Bible Program, c/o Floyd County Gideon's, PO Box 742, Floyd, VA 24091. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Online condolences may be made by visiting |
Gerald Maynard Wiseman, Gerald Maynard Wiseman, 74, of Waynesboro, passed away on Wednesday morning, October 27, 2010, at Augusta Health., He was born on May 29, 1936, in Staunton, a son of the late Jerry Wilson and Frosty Caricofe Wiseman., Mr. Wiseman graduated from Wilson Memorial High School in 1956 and served in the United States Army having been discharged on August 6, 1962. He worked at the Waynesboro DuPont Plant for 33 years and retired on November 17, 1990., He was a school bus driver for Augusta County for 18 years and retired September 30, 2010. He had been a police reserve officer for the Augusta County Sheriffs Department, a lifetime member of the NRA, and the North American Hunt Club and also a member of the Woodmen of the World., Survivors include his wife, Janet Mawyer Wiseman; two daughters, Frostie Wiseman Eckard and her husband, William, of Waynesboro, Shannon Lee Morrison and her husband, Bryan, of Waynesboro; four grandchildren, Jessica Hatter and her husband, Ben, Tiffany McAllister, Brittany McAllister and Kristi Nicole Eckard; two step-grandchildren, Justin and Jessica Morrison; two brothers, Alden Wiseman and his wife, Lucille, of Staunton, Linwood Wiseman and his wife, Mary Ellen, of Fishersville; sisters-in-law, Dot and Charlie Oliver and Brenda Mawyer; brothers-in-law, Sam Snider, C.T. Mawyer and his wife, Patty, and John Mawyer and his wife, Sue. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, and special friends, George Coyner II, Lemuel Kirby, Terry Kirby, Carroll Mauzy and a very special friend, Dr. Diane Moody., A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at Augusta Memorial Park with the Reverend Donald Simmons officiating., Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of God-Anderson, 1850 Shutterlee Mill Road, Staunton, VA 24401., Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Waynesboro has been entrusted with the arrangements., There will be no viewing or visitation at the funeral home., Family and friends may view the obituary and sign the guest register on line at |
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John Michael Gilfoy NORFOLK - John Michael Gilfoy, 50, went home to be with Jesus after a hard, courageous battle with cancer, the morning ..... |
HARRELL, Glenn, 66, formerly of Emporia, Va., passed away peacefully October 26, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert L. Harrell and Wilma W. Harrell; and a sister, Beverly Gibson. He is survived by a sister, Janet H. Donavant; a brother, Randal Harrell; two daughters, Kimberly Triplett and Lisa Harrell; two sons, Burt Harrell and Brian Copeland; seven grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. A memorial service will be held at Owens Funeral Home, Garrett, Va., on November 6, 2010 at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. before the service. |
Gregory Rankin VIRGINIA BEACH - Gregory Rankin, 56, of the 2000 block of Manassas Run, passed away Oct. 24, 2010 in Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He was born Nov. 27, 1953 to Louise Nickolas and the late Robert Rankin in Buffalo, N.Y. Gregory served in the U.S. Navy for 30 years. After his retirement he was employed with HRT as bus driver for more than nine years. Gregory was a member of the Harley Davidson, Southside, the Elks and the Mason PHA. He received his associates degree in business administration. He is survived by his wife, Carol Rankin; his mother; two daughters; four sons; three sisters; one brother; 12 grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Street. Interment will be in Pensacola, Fla. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Family and friends will assemble at 2049 Manassas Run, Virginia Beach, one hour prior to the service for the procession to the church. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
Guy Foster Hollifield died at age 59, on Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital., He lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but died after a brief illness while visiting his mother in Charlottesville., He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on August 5, 1951, to Guy Foster Hollifield Sr. and Katherine Elmer Hollifield., He was raised in Charlottesville, graduating from Lane High School in 1969. After high school, he became an accomplished electrician. He then returned to school, attended the University of Virginia, and received a degree in Electrical Engineering., After graduation, he moved to Pittsburgh, where he lived until his death. There, he went to work as an electrical engineer for the Paul Wurth Company, a renowned international engineering company, specializing in steel mill production. He loved steel, and he loved Pittsburgh. He was proud to have helped design and build steel mills as one of their field troubleshooters., He is survived by his loving mother, Kay Hollifield of Charlottesville; his brother, Jamie Hollifield and his wife, Linda, and their daughters, Ellen and Juliet of Dillon, Montana; and his sister-in-law, Karen Hollifield and her son, Andrew Hollifield, of Charlottesville., He was preceded in death by his father, Guy Foster Hollifield Sr.; and his brother, William Hart Hollifield., A celebration of Guy's life will take place 3 p.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2010, at St Paul's Memorial Church at 1700 University Avenue in Charlottesville, Virginia., The family would like to thank the staff of the Martha Jefferson Emergency Department, Dr. Litvinas, the hard working and compassionate staff of the Martha Jefferson ICU, and especially Dr.Ansa., The family asks that in lieu of flowers that you give a remembrance to your favorite charity, or The Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Squad. |
Harold R. "Poss" Farris GLADE SPRING, Va. Harold R. "Poss" Farris, 76, passed away at his home on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. He was born Dec. 3, 1933, in Smyth County, Va., son of the late Ralph White Farris and Mary Cumbow Farris. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 0012 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. "Poss" worked 30 years for Norfolk & Southern Railroad. He was a member of the Glade Spring Masonic Lodge No. 236 and a member of Meadowview United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Sue Farris Honaker and Betty Farris Zavala; and by his brother, Elmer Farris. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rebecca Thomas "Toots" Farris; three sons: Bucky Farris and wife Toni of Chilhowie, Harold Farris Jr. and wife Cathy of Lansdowne, Va., and Mark Farris of Abingdon; brothers, Curtis Adair and wife Mary Ann of Kingsport, Tenn., Moe Adair and wife Sharon of Abingdon, and Joe Adair and wife Debbie of Glade Spring; sisters, Ann Farris of Glade Spring, Judy Velasco of Houston, and Freida Harrington of Abingdon; seven grandchildren, Harold "Trey" Farris III, Jenna Farris, Diana Farris, Tabatha Harwood and husband Derek, Megan Farris, Chris Parks and wife Dannah, and Kayla Spencer; two great-grandchildren, Ethan Parks and Collin Spencer; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Harold "Poss" Farris will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with the Rev. David Jackson and the Rev. David St. Clair officiating. Burial will follow in Rock Springs Cemetery, with graveside Masonic Services conducted by Glade Spring Lodge No. 236 and military rites performed by Highlands Veterans Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be Trey Farris, Larry Wilson, Jackson Arrington, Jeff Warren, Jessie Honaker and William Quintana. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Meadowview United Methodist Church, members of the Glade Spring Senior Center and the Clinchburg Senior Center, Eddie and Nancy Gray, and Ned and Jennie Hayter. The family will receive friends on Wednesday night from 6 9 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meadowview United Methodist Church, 29043 Walker Lane, Meadowview, VA 24361; or to the Cancer Outreach Foundation, 104 Abingdon Place, Abingdon, VA 24211. The family would like to thank Rose Dicks, Dr. Emory Robinette, Dr. Forrest Swan, and the staff at Cancer Outreach for their wonderful care these last few months. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
The Davis family is receiving services of comfort by the staff at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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Henry B. Hayman Jr. NASHUA, N.H. - Henry Balfour Hayman Jr., 74, a Nashua resident for the past 28 years, died Sunday morning, Oct. 24, 2010 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a long illness. Born in Newport News Oct. 16, 1936, he was a son of the late Henry Balfour and Bernice (Nelson) Hayman. Henry grew up in the Tidewater area of Southeast Virginia and was a graduate of Maury High School, Class of 1956. An Army veteran, Mr. Hayman served a tour of duty from 1958 to 1961. He then continued his education at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, where he earned an associate's degree in science. Mr. Hayman began his career as a startup engineer at the Newport News Ship Yard, where he worked on many test sea trials of nuclear submarines. He then worked for the Atlantic Research Corporation in Springfield, Va., where one of his proudest achievements was pioneering the process of spinning monofilament carbon fibers. From 1982 until his retirement in 2001, Henry was an engineer for several power companies including Ebasco and Raytheon Power. His longterm assignments included power plants in Louisiana, Texas, Alaska and Pakistan. Members of his family include his wife, Helen (Soo Hoo) Hayman, with whom he celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary July 28 of this year; a son and daughter-in-law, Ryan B. Hayman and Connie Chan; a sister and brother-in-law, Sallye and Clarence Bowen; a niece, Kelley Gaskill and her husband Richard and their children, Rachael and Joshua. There are no calling hours. The family is planning a memorial service to be held in Virginia at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock St., Nashua, (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneral.com. |
Mr. Herman Casey Jr., of 520 Pegram St., Petersburg, Va., died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at his residence. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
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Huey S. Brock Jr., Huey "Skeet" S. Brock Jr., 54, of Ruckersville, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 23, 2010., He was born on September 29, 1956, the son of Evelyn Shiflett of Browns Cove and the late William D. Shiflett., In addition to his step-father, he was preceded in death by his brother, William S. Brock; and his nephew, Charles E. Spence., Huey is survived by his daughter, Jennifer M. Brock and his former wife, Connie D. Brock, both of Free Union, Virginia; a sister, Sue Leftwitch and her husband, Harry, of Raeford, North Carolina; and two nephews, James B. Spence of Jackson, Missouri and Adam B. Leftwitch of Fayetteville, North Carolina., Before his illness, "Skeet", was previously employed for many years at Meadowbrook Hardware., Huey was a faithful Christian and will be remembered by his family and friends for his smile and uplifting words. He was always willing to share his personal testimony in hopes of leading others to God., He was a devoted father and a loyal friend to many. He was known for many selfless acts of kindness, always saying "you never let your left hand know that your right hand is doing" and giving all the credit to God. He always put God first and foremost and others before himself., He will be greatly missed by those whose lives were touched by his presence., A memorial service will be conducted 4 p.m. October 30, 2010, by Pastor Jack Richards at Calvary Chapel of Charlottesville, 1195 Fifth Street Southwest (behind Sleep In Hotel)., Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Chapel of Greene, 8296 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville, VA 22968. |
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J. Rodney Duckworth Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rodney Duckworth Sr., 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Oct. 24, 2010. He was born in Tulsa, Okla., and graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1958. Following graduation, Lt. Col. Duckworth received his commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. He began his career in the Marine Corps at attending The Basic School (TBS) in Quantico, Va. As an artillery officer, Lt. Col. Duckworth served tours of duty with the Third Marine Division in Okinawa, Japan; was the commanding officer of the 3rd Battalion, 10th Marines and 2nd Anglico while assigned to the Second Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, N.C.; and the First Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam. He also had tours of duty at Twentynine Palms, Calif.; the Marine Barracks, Concord, Calif.; the Joint/Combined Staff, Taiwan; and at headquarters, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic. After 27 years of loyal and dedicated service, Lt. Col. Duckworth retired from the U.S. Marine Corps in February 1984. He started his second career of 26 years in 1984 as a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, rising to senior vice president. In 2005 he started The Duckworth Group as Senior V.P. with UBS Financial Services Inc. The group consist of his son, J. Rodney Duckworth Jr., vice president, Bill Dullaghan, financial advisor and close friends of 31 years and Susie Waters, Registered Client Service Association who has worked with Rod for 26 years. He was very proud of his accomplishment as a financial advisor and had many clients who became close friends. As a young second lieutenant he discovered the game of volleyball and was an active player until he retired. Then a group of senior retired and active duty military personnel were assembled as a team dubbed "War Horses" and competed throughout the eastern area and on to the senior division of the USA Nationals. This marked the beginning of decades of long string of National Senior Games, World Senior Games, USAV National Seniors and USA Open Division participation. He became very active in teaching his son, Jon Michael to play volleyball. Michael received a scholarship at George Mason University where he graduated. Rod was very active with the university, coaches and players contributing much time and resources to the success of the volleyball program. He put together a team of top college performers and proceeded to compete for several years at the highest level in United States Open Volleyball Championships. It will suffice to say people from all walks of life have had their volleyball experience richly enhanced because of him. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 42 years, Suzie and their two sons, J. Rodney Duckworth Jr. and Jon Michael Duckworth of Virginia Beach; two grandsons, Riley Duckworth and Garrett Duckworth; daughter-in-law, Denise Duckworth of Oklahoma City; sister, Beverly Ann Harris and brother-in-law Jim Harris of St. Louis; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mary and Richard Handley of Plano, Texas; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, David Rodney Duckworth of Dallas. The family would like to thank Drs. John and Chantal Brooks for their support for the past three years as his doctors and close friends; Shirley Hughes and Carolyn Killebrew and Sentara Hospice Nurse Wanda Hyatt for their love and support during Rods last few days. Rod was a loving husband and dedicated father to his sons. He always had a helping hand to all that knew him. He will truly be missed by his Marine Corps friends, volleyball friends, and his many clients and associates. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Church of the Ascension Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Princess Anne Memorial Park with full military honors being accorded. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyer.com. Memorial donations may be made to Sentara Hospice, 535 Independence Pkwy, Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA 23320 or to the , 4416 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. |
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James Burlis Altizer James Burlis Altizer, age 74, resident of Brandy Station, Va. died Oct. 25, 2010 at his home., Mr. Altizer is survived by his wife, Virginia C. Altizer; his son, Kevin Altizer, brother of Rita White, Sue Crouch, Patricia Pennell, Jeff Hampton and Phil Hampton. He is also survived by one grandchild., The family will receive friends at Royston Funeral Home, Inc. of Marshall, Va. on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 from 6 to 9 p.m. where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 29th. Interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens of Manassas, Va. Arrangements by Royston Funeral Home, Inc. of Marshall, Va. |
James E. Moorefield "Goose" James E. "Goose" Moorefield, 55, of Lynchburg, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, and his daughter, Jamie. James was born March 16, 1955, in Lynchburg, a son of Othelia Davis Moorefield, of Lynchburg, and the late John E. Moorefield. He was the owner and operator of Moorefield Trucking and a member of Tree of Life Ministries, the National Rifle Association and Sons of the American Legion. James was also an avid motorcyclist and a sports enthusiast. In addition to his wife, daughter and mother, he is survived by a sister, Vickie Johnson, and her husband, Clyde ("Tony"), of Lynchburg; a brother, Ricky Moorefield, and his wife, Lisa, of Forest; a half-brother; numerous half-sisters; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg. A celebration of James's life will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Tree of Life Ministries, with Pastor Mike Dodson officiating. Interment will follow in Tree of Life Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to Cancer Care Fund Centra Foundation, 1901 Atherholt Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharp funeralhome.com. |
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Oct 28, 2010 James S. Bowling, 89, of 3990 Irisburg Road, Axton, died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at Hospice of Rockingham County, Wentworth, N.C. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. |
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Jean Lee Hill Woods, Jean Lee Hill Woods, 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 23, 2010., She had a long, full, and active life. Her positive outlook, sunny disposition, and good humor endeared her to all she met. She was a loving and inspiring role model, aging gracefully and fulfilling her important role in the life of her immediate and extended family., Jean moved to the Colonnades in 1995 where she led a very active social life and enjoyed frequent visits with her family. In recent years, her favorite activity was playing bridge as often as six days a week with a group of wonderful friends and partners., She was born on December 31, 1915, in Charleston, West Virginia, daughter of Frank Jarrett Hill and Lillian Haines Hill of Alderson, West Virginia. Her father graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1906. Jean graduated from Charleston High School in 1934 and was married in 1938., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Reginald Foster Woods Jr., who died in 1977; her infant daughter, Nancy Carolyn Woods, who died in 1947; and her sister, Mary Frances Hill Robertson, who died in 2003., She is survived by her son, Reginald Foster Woods III and his wife, Katharine Norden Woods, of Keswick. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Eric Arthur Woods and his wife, Sanya Lloyd Woods, of University City, Missouri, Elizabeth "Beth" Terry Woods Boyer and her husband, Kevin Michael Boyer, of Charlottesville, and Tracy Lee Woods Metz and her husband, Joshua Lee Metz, of Charlottesville; and three great-grandchildren, Morgan Lee Metz, Ainsley Lachlan Boyer and Katharine May Metz. She is also survived by her second cousin, Harriet Hodges Mohler of Charlottesville, and an extended family of nieces and nephews, and their children, to whom she remained very close throughout her life., Jean's family wishes to thank the management and staff of the Colonnades for her many happy years there, Dr. Diane G. Snustad and the staff of the Colonnades Health Center for their excellent care, and her many friends at the Colonnades for their love and companionship., In accordance with her wishes, there will be no memorial service, but a private interment service will be held on a future date at Grace Episcopal Church in Keswick., Memorial contributions can be made to her favorite charity, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville, PO Box 7305, Charlottesville, VA 22906. |
Jesse Warren Cash, 89, of Beltsville, Maryland, died on Monday, October 25, 2010, at the Hill Haven Nursing Home in Beltsville, Maryland., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the Walkers United Methodist Church with interment to be held at the church cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Walkers United Methodist Church or the Madison County Rescue Squad., The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at the Preddy Funeral Home, 250 West Main Street, Orange, VA 22960. |
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John Michael Gilfoy NORFOLK - John Michael Gilfoy, 50, went home to be with Jesus after a hard, courageous battle with cancer, the morning of Sept. 30, 2010. He was born Sept. 17, 1960 to the late Evelyn (Mahan) and Joseph Gilfoy in Worcester, Mass. Mr. Gilfoy was also predeceased by his grandmother, Arline Mahan. Left to pick up the pieces are children, Jennifer, Christopher and Angela; grandsons, Geoffrey, Aiden and a "yet-to-be-named" grandson due to be born Nov. 5, 2010. Also left behind are Robin Taylor and Mark Fisher, with whom he had made his home for many years; sisters, Debbie, Evelyn and Cheryl; brothers, Joey, Jimmy, Eddie, Tommy and Frankie; nieces, nephews and many close friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 30, at 2 p.m. in Family Choice Funerals & Cremations, 5401 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, with Chaplain Evelyn Lee officiating. A reception will follow. Online condolences may be made at www.FamilyChoiceFunerals.com. The family would like to offer its thanks for the wonderful, compassionate care extended by the staff of Chesapeake Home Care Services. |
John Millard Shavis John Millard Shavis of Charlottesville, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at a local health care facility. He was 87., Born in South Clinchfield, Virginia, he was the youngest of four children born to Charles and Grace Shavis. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Garnett and Lois; and a brother, Charles., He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ann Shavis of Charlottesville; a son, Mike Shavis and his wife, Wanda; a daughter, Laura Shavis of Troy, Virginia; a grandson, Brad of McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey; a step-granddaughter, Audra Hancock of Free Union, Virginia; and two nephews and one niece., John was a life member of the American Legion Post 74 La Societe des 40 & 8. He was a charter/life member of the Seminole Trail Volunteer Fire Department where he served in the rank of Lieutenant. He was an avid reader, was captivated by maps and loved the great outdoors. He particularly enjoyed his membership with the Skidmore Hunt Club where he reveled in the quiet solitude of the mountains while at the same time delighted in exchanging stories with his fellow members., A visitation will be held from 4 until 5 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home for those persons wishing to share their love of John with those closest to him., A private interment service will be held at Riverview Cemetery in Charlottesville., The family suggests that donations be made in his honor to the Seminole Trail Volunteer Fire Department, Charlottesville/Albemarle Rescue Squad or other charity of your choice. |
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HARRIS, Julia G., departed this life October 23, 2010. Her remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 12:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Baptist Church. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
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Kirsten Lynn Adler Kirsten Lynn Adler, of Woodbridge, Va. died Sunday, Oct 24th, 2010. She is survived by her mother, Patricia; her father, Noah and her brother, Jonah., She will be remembered for her infectious smile and how she inspired all those around her with her keen fashion sense., The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct 30th, 2010 at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home in Dale City, Va., In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: To Write Love On Her Arms at |
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Charles Lanfranchi VIRGINIA BEACH - Charles Natale Lanfranchi, 87, passed away peacefully Oct. 26, 2010 in a local hospital. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mr. ..... |
A funeral service for Mr. Larry Darnell Young (Buster or By), 56, of 20401 Ravensbourne Drive, Ettrick, who departed this life on Oct. 21, 2010, at the Medical College of Virginia, will take place at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Hopewell, where the pastor, the Rev. Joseph Morrison, will officiate. Interment will follow in Lebanon Baptist Church, Disputanta. Omitted from the obituary was the wife of his brother, Sgt. Dewey Blake Jr., Mrs. Terry Blake. Condolences may be sent to, Arrangements entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. |
Laverne Marie Vaughan COLONIAL HEIGHTS - Laverne Marie Vaughan, 67, went to be with the Lord Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Paul Vaughan; daughters and sons-in-law, Cynthia and James Boyd, Pamela and David Genske; sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Ralph Wilson; brother and sister-in-law, Vernon and Starr Miles; grandchildren, Elise and husband Jesse, Christopher, and Reagan; and a great-grandchild, Margot. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, William H. and Leona Miles; and a sister, Rebecca. Laverne graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, Portsmouth, and attended college at Tidewater Community College. She retired from QVC Network after retirement from the Virginia Beach School system. She was a private music instructor and musician. She was an active member of the Red Hat Society and Webber Memorial Baptist Church. Laverne was a disaster volunteer with the Suffolk City Red Cross. She particularly enjoyed helping the elderly and children in need. The family will receive friends 5 to 8 p.m. today at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Webber Memorial Baptist Church. The family suggests donations to the American Diabetes Association , P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312 or Hope Heaven Children's Home 3000 N. Landing Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. |
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Leo Wayne Young departed this world on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Brighter Living Assisted Living., Originally from Alliance, Ohio, Mr. Young was a graduate of North Carolina Central University and held a master's degree in urban and regional planning. Mr. Young served as director of special projects for the Metropolitan Washington Council of Government (COG) until August of 2003. Mr. Young was COG's first HUD intern. Mr. Young obtained funding and directed a range of notable projects in the Washington metropolitan area. Most notably, he and the chairman of COG's Chief Information Officers Committee spearheaded the region's preparation for the Y2K conversion, among local governments., Mr. Young is survived by his brother, Ray Young of Durham, N.C.; and son, Jackson Young of Bloomfield, N.J., A memorial service will be held in Mr. Young's honor at Brighter Living Assisted Living at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. |
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In loving memory of a Daddy, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Lester Larry "Lucky" Cox. You went to heaven on 10/28/09. Our hearts are still sad and lonely. You will never be forgotten. You will forever live within our hearts. We love you, your Family, Mom & Daughter. We miss you, your Brother and Sisters, Boo, Juanita, Evelyn, Cooky and Diane. Your Nephews, Tony and Alonzo. We will always hold onto your memories. Your Nieces, Nephews, and devoted Friend Ria. Love you Lucky, Your Family |
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Mary L. Lewis NORFOLK - Mary L. "La-La" Lewis, 81, passed away Oct. 24, 2010. She was born on Oct. 29, 1928 in Norfolk ..... |
LINDA SUE BURNETTE HARRINGTON MONTVALE-Linda Sue Burnette Harrington, 65 of Montvale passed away Thursday October 21, 2010. She is survived by: son, Michael Harrington and wife Dana; daughter, Susan Dunbar and husband Wendell; grandchildren, David Dunbar, Melinda Dunbar, Staci Harrington; great-grandchild, Tristan Dunbar; brother, Jerry Burnette; sister Loretta Hylton; several nieces and nephews Graveside service was held at 4:00 p.m. Sunday October 24, 2010 at the Shelor Cemetery with Rev. Richard Thomas officiating. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Online condolences may be made by visiting |
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He was born on August 10, 1918, in Charlottesville, the oldest son of the late Abe A. Hildebrand and Annie Marie Allen Hildebrand. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Doris H. Hall; and a brother, Forrest A. Hildebrand., "Byrd" is survived by his wife Roberta, the love of his life and his partner of 63 years. His devoted family includes daughter, Robin H. Woolfolk and her husband, Lindsay, of Orange; son Rodney W. Hildebrand and his wife, Claudia, of Keswick; five grandchildren who adored him immensely and affectionately called him "Daddy Byrd", Ashley Brooke Woolfolk, Lindsay Coleman Woolfolk III, Courtney Wilson Hildebrand, Cameron Louis Hildebrand and Carey Barnes Hildebrand. Also surviving him are four loving siblings, Lelia H. North of Lynchburg, Catherine M. "Kitty-Ree" Hildebrand, Abe A. "Pete" Hildebrand Jr. and Martha H. Weaver, all of Charlottesville, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews., Although "Byrd" worked for several years as a brickmason, his primary employment was with the United States Postal Service where he progressed from clerk to civil service examiner, eventually retiring in 1980 as an examination specialist. During his 31 years of service, he chaired the Incentive Awards Committee and was recognized with numerous honors/commendations., "Byrd's" family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the loving care provided by the practices of Dr. David Morris and Dr. Robert Pritchard and by the staffs of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Infusion Center and the Hospice House., "Byrd" was a kind, gentle soul and a true family man. He was admired and loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. "Love Always", The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at the First Baptist Church on Park Street., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday October 30, 2010, at the First Baptist Church on Park Street with Mr. Harv Ayers officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to The American Legion Post #74, P. O. Box 6566, Charlottesville, VA 22906; The Elks Lodge BPOE #389, 389 Elks Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911; the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite #300, Charlottesville, VA 22911; or The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 202 B, Richmond, VA 23228. |
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BROWN, Lucille Snyder "Aceal," of Mechanicsville, was called home on October 24, 2010. She was born June 13, 1930 to Martin Luther Fitzgerald and Tiney Lena Fitzgerald. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Edward Snyder. Lucille is survived by her daughters, Shelby Moncure (Bill), Sandy Castorani (Bob) and Kim Ketner (Mike); grandchildren, Mike Fainter (Susan), JT Brown (Shelly), Paiton Moncure, Krista Ormsby (Kris), Michael Ketner, Russ Moncure (Missy); and great-grandchildren, Owen, Lucas and Tessa Fainter, Abigail and Bethany Brown, Ryan and Kailey Ormsby, Will and Ally Moncure; sisters, Rachel Smith of Mechanicsville and Gladys Parcell of Dearborn, Mich.; and sister-in-law, Jackie Fitzgerald. She will be remembered for her love of family and her devotion and love as a child caregiver. The family will receive friends Tuesday, October 26, and Wednesday, October 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, where services will be held on Thursday, October 28, at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Signal Hill. |
GRIGGS, Mrs. Lucille Randolph, died October 22, 2010. She is survived by her children, Nathaniel Cecil Griggs II (Michelle) and Nikia Griggs-Boone (James E.); five grandchildren, six sisters and brothers, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 30, 2010, 1 p.m., at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 2737 Hungary Springs Rd., Richmond, Va. |
A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. |
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Margaret E. Lutz VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret E. (Peggy) Lutz died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010 in New York. She was born May 17, ..... |
DAVIS, Mildred H., 85, of Manakin-Sabot, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2010. She was preceded in death by her son, Ronald Duane Davis; and her sisters, Marion Riley and Margaret Lancaster. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, James E. Davis; her sisters, Maybelle Carter and Mary Roberson; numerous nieces and nephews, and loving neighbors and friends. She was a member of the Three Chopt Church of Christ for 52 years. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street, also where a funeral service will be conducted Saturday, October 30, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. She will be remembered as a sweet, hardworking, Christian woman and will be missed by all her friends and family. |
BURKETT - Maggie Happy 86th Birthday! We love and miss you so much mom, We will always remember you, and We think of you everyday. Your loving children, Alonzo & Vivian |
A funeral mass will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at St. Jerome Catholic Church by the Rev. Henry Diesta. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be private at Southlawn Memorial Park, Petersburg, Va. |
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Margaret E. Lutz VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret E. (Peggy) Lutz died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010 in New York. She was born May 17, 1938 in Jersey City, N.J. She moved to the Jersey Shore at Avon-By-The- Sea, which she forever called home. She met and married the love of her life, Donald D. Lutz in 1958 and they shared a wonderful life together until his passing in 2007. The U.S. Navy transferred them to Virginia Beach in 1969 where she resided until her passing. She loved her church, her family and her furry friend, Reggie, who will miss her dearly. She is survived by her son, William M. Lutz and his wife Anne; daughter, Margaret A. Cooney and her husband Patrick; and daughter, Rose Mary Smith. She was predeceased by her daughter, Laurie L. Harvey. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Of special mention are her beloved grandchildren, Crystal and Tiffany who tended to their grandmother with much love and care. Our Mom, Mom-Mom and Great-Grandmom will be remembered by her selfless devotion and generosity to her family. There will be a Mass of the Resurrection at Church of the Holy Family in Virginia Beach, Oct. 30, at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park. Viewing and visitation with the family will be Friday, Oct. 29, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Virginia Beach from 6:30 to 8 p.m. "You have done well my good and faithful servant." "Rest in eternal peace." |
Margaret Rebecca Clappse ABINGDON, Va. Margaret Rebecca Clappse, 76, passed away on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was born on May 26, 1934, to the late Clark and Grace Price. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Clappse; brother, Clayton Price; and sisters, Ulcea Simmers and Dora Price. Survivors are her sons, Raymond (Allison) Clappse, Ronald (Linda) Clappse and Donald Clappse, all of Abingdon; two grandchildren, Josh and Brooke Clappse; four sisters, Nancy (Dale) Stark and Christine Garrett, both of Bristol, Cecialea Abel of Baltimore, and Ethel Gebhart of Hockessin, Del.; two brothers, Shirley (Peggy) Price of Boothwyn, Pa., and Eugene (Grace) Price of Toughkenamon, Pa. The family would also like to extend special thanks to the 5th Floor Nursing Staff at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Dr. Swank and nurse, Dianne Wise. Funeral services for Mrs. Clappse will be conducted at 2 Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Mike Abel officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will be receiving friends at Farris Funeral Service from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Marjorie S. Bradley CHESAPEAKE - Marjorie S. Bradley, 84, of the 2300 block of Tapscott Ave., was called home to be with the Lord Oct. 25, 2010. Born in Norfolk, she was employed at The Virginian-Pilot for 20 years until her retirement. She was a longtime faithful member of Mount Lebanon Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Willie T. Bradley; daughter Joyce T. Bradley; sons, Ronald Bradley and Tyrone Bradley; and granddaughter, Theresa A. Bradley. Survivors include daughters, Dorothy Brandon (Henry) of Suffolk and Marsha Bradley of Chesapeake; son, Willie Bradley Jr. of Chesapeake; two sisters, Mary Magnum of New York and Thelma Sanderlin of Washington, D.C.; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, Norfolk. Interment will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday in Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. We invite you to send a condolence message in the family's guestbook at www.pretlowandsons.com. |
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A homegoing service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at First Baptist Church of Hampton, 229 N. King Street, where Mrs. Jones will be placed by 9 a.m. Interment at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will assemble by 10 a.m. at the funeral home for the procession to the church. |
HINER, Mary Elizabeth, age 89, of Richmond, died after a short illness on October 26, 2010. Mary Elizabeth, born on March 18, 1921, in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, was the oldest daughter of William Isaac Jones and Estelle Hodges Jones; and sister of the late Kathryn Ann Williams of Roanoke. She was a graduate of Jefferson High School and Roanoke College, where she met her husband, Lucian Whitaker Hiner, who passed away in 2006 after 64 years of marriage. She is survived by her five children, Lucian Whitaker Hiner Jr. of Richmond, William David Hiner of Newport News, Laura Hiner Allen of New York City, Susan Elizabeth Hiner of Croton-on-Hudson, New York, and Thomas Youell Hiner of New York City; her eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and her nephew, Mark Williams of Roanoke. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 29, 2010 at Evergreen Burial Park, with the Rev. Richard Fife officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the ASPCA or the American Red Cross. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. |
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Mary L. Lewis NORFOLK - Mary L. "La-La" Lewis, 81, passed away Oct. 24, 2010. She was born on Oct. 29, 1928 in Norfolk to the late Watt and Clara Haskins. She was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and was a Christian woman who affiliated with various local churches. She was a retired homemaker. Mary was predeceased by three sons, James, Gayland and Michael Lewis, and one daughter, Sabrina Jones. She is survived by one daughter, Valerie Neal (Reuben) of Virginia Beach; four sons, John J. Lewis Jr. (Gail) of Greensboro, N.C., Recardo Lewis of Norfolk, Cornell Lewis Sr. of Richmond, Calvin Lewis of Chesapeake; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a special care provider, Pamela Nobles of Chesapeake; two sisters, Dorothy Matthews and Ruth Haskins; one brother, James Haskins; and a host of other relatives and friends. "La-La," as she was affectionately known, will be greatly missed. A homegoing service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Services, Berkley Chapel. The Rev. Eloise Neal-Moore will officiate. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Family and friends will assemble at 1412 Anne St. one hour prior to service for the procession to the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel. The family extends thanks to the Sentara PACE Program and to the staff at Sentara Village, Norfolk, and a special thanks to Sentara Nursing Center, Norfolk, including Susan Banks and the staff on South 2C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
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Oct 28, 2010 Mary Simmons, 69, of Bassett, died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at Stanleytown Health and Rehab Center. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
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Alonza B. McKeel Jr. NORFOLK - Mac McKeel, U.S. Navy retired, 86, passed peacefully Sept. 25, 2010, in Denver. He graduated from Maury High ..... |
Carter Savory, Melisande Carter Savory passed away on Friday, October 22, 2010, while fighting a most courageous battle against vaginal melanoma., Lissy, as she was affectionately know, was born on October 30, 1956, in Charlottesville, Virginia. She is survived by her loving parents, Walter E. Savory and Theo Housh Savory. She is also survived by her sister, Grenelle Delany; her husband, Peter, and their children, Gray and Charlotte., Lissy loved her extended family at Blue Ridge School where she served as Administrative Assistant in Development. We marveled at her numerous talents ranging from computer graphics to performing skits on stage for parents' weekend. Lissy treasured the natural beauty of her surroundings and especially all of God's creatures. Her pet squirrel, Georginna, visited Lissy multiple times during her days at work, watching Lissy through her second story window, as she munched on delicious grains and nuts left by Lissy on the sill., At home, Lissy enjoyed her four dogs, all excelling in agility and obedience training. She took great pleasure in her years of foxhunting with the Keswick Hunt Club, riding Spice, her favorite hunter. She was also fortunate to experience foxhunting with Link Brooking and Montpelier Hunt. Lissy loved the adventures of travel with wonderful Abercrombie trips to Africa, Russia, and numerous sunny cruises., Lissy faced every obstacle of her illness with extreme courage and great hope for success. She never complained, and was an inspiration to us all. She leaves behind an empty chair at our table on Thanksgiving, many gifts unopened on Christmas Day, a basket waiting to be discovered at Easter, and wishes that we could just enjoy one more day together, and yet another. We love you, Lissy., We are thankful for the days we had with her, and are humbled by the friends who made her life so meaningful. We are thankful for Dr. Peyton Taylor who always stopped for a visit to offer warmth and encouragement for Lissy, as well as healing for her family. We are thankful for the nurses and others on the eighth floor at The University of Virginia Medical Center that helped Lissy through long days and nights. We were touched by her dear friends that offered endless love and support; for Thornton Jones who spent many nights at the hospital, and Lane Crawford and John Coleman, who were always there for Lissy. We are thankful for unending support from Dr. and Mrs. John O'Reilly and the Blue Ridge School family., A precious daughter, a beautiful sister, a devoted aunt, and a courageous spirit, she is now in God's arms. We miss you, Lissy., A memorial service, a celebration of life will be held at St. Paul's, Ivy, 11 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010., In lieu of flowers, the families suggest a contribution to the Melisande Carter Savory Memorial Scholarship Fund, 273 May Drive, St. George, Virginia 22935. |
Michael Jerome White Michael Jerome White, age 49, of Culpeper, Va. departed his life October 25, 2010 at the Culpeper Regional Hospital., Michael was born November 27, 1960 to Shirley and Rosie White. He is survived by his wife, Annie White; his mother, Rosie White; daughter Terry Cottoms; two sons Issiah Cottoms and Bennie Cottoms, Sr. and wife, Nikki; two grandchildren, Shondaisa and Bennie, Jr. Cottoms; two sisters, Penny White (Damon) and Jackie Glascoe (Steve); three brothers, Darrell Thompson, Tony White and Paris White (Barbara) all of Culpeper, Va. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his father Shirley White., Friends may view Michael at The Horizon Funeral Home on Thursday, October 28, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. There will be a funeral service on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 12 noon at the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association, 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville, Va. The Rev. Gregory Mack, presiding. The family will receieve friends for an hour visitation starting at 11 a.m. Interment will be in the Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Horizon Funeral Home, 750 Old Brandy Road, Culpeper, Va. 540-825-9838 |
GILES-CARTER, Michelle Denise, 47, of Richmond, departed this life October 26, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Richard Lee Carter Jr.; loving children, Rischelle D. Carter; Wendell and William Giles; devoted parents, Lillie and Lester Giles Sr.; loving brother, Lester Giles Jr.; host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held Thursday, October 28, from 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday, October 29, 2010 at Triumphant Baptist Church, 2003 Lamb Ave. Dr. Arthur M. Jones officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Mrs. Mildred Claiborne Goode Wright departed this life on Friday, Oct. 22, 2010, in Richmond, Va., She was the eldest daughter of 10 children born to the late Lee P. Goode Sr. and the late Easter E. Goode. She was born on Oct.r 5, 1929, in Petersburg, Va. She graduated from Peabody High School and continued her education of higher learning to obtain several degrees., Mildred C. Wright, affectionately known as "Mother Wright," was the mother of two children, Jamita Wright of Richmond, Va., and James Wright of Washington, D.C. She is the grandmother of five children, Erica Ishia Penn of Washington, D.C., DeAndre M. Wright (Erica) U.S. Army, Richmond Hill, Ga., Dominique E. Wright of Washington, D.C., Devon J. Wright of Laurel, Md., and Rayvon Medley Wright of Washington, D.C.; two great-grandchildren, Brianna and Derrick, both of Washington, D.C., Upon her conversion she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was Holy Ghost filled. Mother Wright moved to Washington, D.C., in 1964. She was a member of The Temple of Praise Church, located at 700 Southern Ave. SE, Washington, D.C., Bishop Glen A. Staples, pastor., Mother Wright was a certified tuberculosis nurse and a registered nurse. She served in administration as a public and private school teacher and Bible instructor at The Bible Way Education Center and the International Bible School Education Worldwide program. She served as an International Altar Worker for Bible Way Worldwide. While at Bible Way Temple, 1100 New Jersey Ave., Washington, D.C., she was a Sunday school teacher. She taught evangelistic training for primary and advanced students at the Bible Way/Wheaton College. She holds a doctorate of ministry degree from the United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio; a master of divinity degree from Howard University, Washington, D.C.; master of arts in education/mental health from University of District of Columbia; and a bachelor of arts in child studies/child psychology from Marymount University., Bishop Smallwood E. Williams appointed her to organize Sunday morning, New Member's Orientation class and to serve as a Prayer Warrior. She was appointed by Bishop Williams to serve as counselor to the seniors and young people; Social Senior Field Missionary-Evangelist and Church Mother. Mother Wright saw a need for prayer pillows and was lead by the Lord to donate 200 pillows for the prayer chapel in 1974., Mother Wright hosted a radio ministry program entitled Inspirational-Ministry of Help for radio station WOL-1340. She served as on the Senior Council Community Advisor Committee, 7th District Council Advisory Committee, Spiritual Uplift leader for the Senior Council and Delivery Service, organizer for Seniors on the Move in Washington View Complex, chaplain for DC General Hospital, driving instructor for ages 55 years and over, national speaker and representative for the American Bible Society, mentor to the Youth and Children Ministry, notary public, volunteer for the "Say Yes" program of DC Public Schools and Community Policing Partnership with Chief Ramsey of the Metropolitan Police Department., Mother Wright received numerous awards including, Who's Who in America-International Colleges and University Honor Award, Women of the Year Award 1989 and Outstanding Chaplin of the Year Award 1994., She has traveled extensively which included, evangelistic tour to Seoul, Korea. She traveled with the doctorial program for the School of Evangelism, United Theological Seminary. She has ministered in various other cities throughout the United States., She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jane Greer, and three brothers, Lee P. Goode Jr., Robert Goode and Phillip Goode., She leaves to cherish her memories, two sisters, Joyce Haynes (Bob) Higginsville, Mo., and Gloria High, Spring, Texas; three brothers, Samuel Goode (Bess), Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Joseph Goode of Petersburg, Va., and Henry Goode; the Ellison-Allison Family of North Carolina; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends from the Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Carolina, Missouri, Ohio, Georgia, Texas, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Vermont., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 418 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs Sr., pastor; Apostle Travis Thigpen, eulogist and the Rev. Daylan K. Greer, officiating. The interment to follow at Eastview Cemetery., The family will received friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at the funeral establishment., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Wright online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
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Minnie Alice Harrison Minnie Alice Harrison, a resident of Madison County, Va, died October 21, 2010., She was a native of Houston, Texas. She served in the Women's Army Corp in London, England and other countries of the European Theater of War. She served in civilian capacities of the, ernment for 23 years., She founded the Madison County Humane Society in 1985 and served as an active volunteer for 12 years., She is survived by her neice, Kathryn Zinkgraf of Houston, Texas and a number of great-neices and nephews throughout the United States. Interment will be in Mobile, Alabama., With gratitude, the family wishes to acknowledge longtime friend, Mary Tanner and caregiver, Anita Hopkins for their loving devotion to Minnie Alice. |
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David A. Mondy Jr. MCCOY - David Allen "Dave" Mondy Jr., 56, of McCoy, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010. He was born in Camp ..... |
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COLES, Ora Bell (nee Ellis), passed away on October 24, 2010. She was the beloved mother of Carol Cowling (Livingston), and William Solomon Coles (Jean). She is also survived by six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may visit New Shiloh Baptist Church, 105 East Avenue, Turner Station, Md., Thursday, 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral services Friday. The family will receive friends 12 to 12:30 p.m., with funeral services immediately following. Graveside services will be held Saturday October 30, 2010, 12 noon, at Roselawn Memory Gardens. |
PAULA LINK PUCKETT ROANOKE-Paula Link Puckett, 84, formerly of Check, died at her home on October 22, 2010. She is survived by: her daughter, Joyce; son, Curtis and his wife Justine; brother, Winston and his wife, Mary; many cousins; two very special friends, Janet Toney and Bruce Robinson. She was the daughter of the late Guy and Allie Link and widow of James Puckett, her husband of 61 years. She was a king and loving spirit. She loved her family, friends, relative and animals. She could always make you laugh. A cruel disease took her ability to walk and slowly took her life. A graveside funeral service was held Sunday, October 24 at 2 p.m. at Link Cemetery near Check with Rev. Bruce Robinson officiating. There was no visitation. Arrangements by Wood Funeral Home in Floyd. |
Pearl R. Jackson HERTFORD - A funeral for Pearl Riddick Jackson will be held Sunday, Oct. 31, at 1:30 p.m. at Evangelical Methodist Church, 820 Okisco Road, Exit 254. A wake will be held Saturday in Porter's Chapel AME Zion Church, Chapanoke, N.C., from 5 to 8 p.m. Walson Funeral Home, 723 Parsonage St., Elizabeth City, is in charge of arrangements. |
Peggy Ann Rachel Widner BRISTOL, Tenn. Peggy Ann Rachel Widner, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at the home of her granddaughter. She was born Nov. 8, 1938, a daughter of the late James Woodrow and Mary Ann Yates Jones, and has lived all of her life in the Bristol area. She was a member of Walker Mountain Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Wiley Jones, James Woodrow Jones Jr., Billy Lee Jones; two sisters, Betty Lou Jones and Juanita Tolbert. She is survived by: husband, James Ray Widner; daughter, Mary Jane Kerr; four step-children; granddaughter, Alisha Hicks; three great- grandchildren, Merrissa Hicks, Clarrissa Hicks, and Ronald "Wiggley" Hicks Jr.; several nieces and nephews; brothers, Paul Eugene Jones, C.F. Jones, Robert S. Jones, and Danny H. Jones; sisters, Ollie Mae Leonard, and Martha "Sis" Arnold; special nieces, Doris Phillips and Angel Jessee; great-niece: April Lingerfelt. Funeral services for Mrs. Widner will be held 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Denton officiating. The burial will be held 2 p.m. Saturday in Susong Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, or other times at the home of her brother, Eugene Jones, 622 Highway 126, Lot 25, Bristol, TN. Online condolences may be registered at |
Phoebe Rogers Walley SUFFOLK - Phoebe Rogers Walley, 92, passed away Oct. 26, 2010. A native of Suffolk, she was the daughter of the late Amasa Taylor Rogers and Susie Harvell Rogers and also predeceased by her husband, Everette DeWitt Walley. She graduated in 1942 from the Norfolk General Hospital School of Nursing and was a retired registered nurse with the Public Health Hospital in Norfolk. She was a member of Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church and a member of the Timothy Group. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Malinda W. and Melvin Gipson of Zuni and Susan W. and Jason Cooper of Suffolk; sons and daughter-in-law Everette D. Walley Jr. and Faye Walley of Moyock, N.C., and Roger Walley of Raiford, Fla.; six grandchildren, Rebecca Rumley, Kristen Edmundson, Clayton Walley, Nicole Gipson, Brandon Gipson and Jenipher McMillan; six great- grandchildren, Margaret Rose Rumley, Seth Edmundson, Vyctoria McMillan, Zion Walley, Dylen McMillan, Sarah Edmundson; sisters: Betty R. Thompson and Jean R. Snow. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. in Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church with Dr. Ruffin Alphin officiating. Inurnment will be private. Friends may join the family for visitation Friday night in Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk from 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church, Building Fund, 3488 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com. |
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Elizabeth Purvis NORFOLK - Elizabeth Moye Purvis, 87, of the 200 block of W. 35th Street, a native of Greenville, N.C., entered into eternal ..... |
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Gregory Rankin VIRGINIA BEACH - Gregory Rankin, 56, of the 2000 block of Manassas Run, passed away Oct. 24, 2010 in Portsmouth Naval Hospital. ..... |
COLLINS, Raymond Spencer "Ricky" Jr., 49, of Richmond, passed away, Monday, October 25, 2010. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond S. Collins Sr. Ricky is survived by his wife of 12 years, Dawn J. Collins; children, Amanda Lynn Collins, Denver Lee Collins and their mother, Pam Wooddy; stepson, Timothy McGhee; grandchildren, Horace and Spencer; mother, Betty Gormus Miles and husband, Grover; mother-in-law, Kathryn Davis and husband, Jim Rea; sister, Terrie Woolard; brother, John Collins and wife, Tracey; several nieces and nephews. He had a great love for life, his grandchildren and country music. Ricky was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving aboard the USS Independence Aircraft CV-62 Carrier in Grenada and Lebanon. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 28 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., where services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 29. Interment will be private. |
Mrs. Renee Robertson Tabb, 61, of 15917 Flatfoot Road, Dinwiddie, Va., entered eternal rest on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center., She was born in Petersburg, Va., on July 18, 1949, to the late James A. Robertson and Mildred Bullock Robertson. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Tabb was predeceased by one brother, Kim M. Robertson., At an early age, she accepted Christ and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. She graduated from Petersburg High School and retired from Central State Hospital with 30 years of service., She leaves to cherish her memory: a devoted husband, Mark Tabb Sr. of Dinwiddie, Va.; one son, Theron Terry Jr. (Michelle) of El Paso, Texas; a stepson, Mark Tabb Jr. of Petersburg, Va.; a stepdaughter, Martesha Tabb of Petersburg, Va.; one grandson, Deven N. Terry of Petersburg, Va.; a devoted sister, Adrine Cook of Dinwiddie, Va.; four half-sisters, Lynette Nicholas (Alphonso Sr.) of Dinwiddie, Va., Michelle Roy (Reginald Sr.) of Jacksonville, N.C., Karen Shelton (Lovan) of Hampton, Va., and Gilda Spencer (Lee Jr.) of Richmond, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Jewel and Vonda Tabb of Petersburg, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Renaldoe Tabb of Petersburg, Va., and Gregory Tabb of Maryland; three nephews, Reginald and Kim McBride of Petersburg, Va., and Larry Cook Jr. of Dinwiddie, Va.; one niece, Mizelle Cook of Dinwiddie, Va.; special aunts, Maxcine Coulton (Herbert Sr.) and Rosa Lewis, both of Petersburg, Va.; one uncle, Robert L. Bullock of Petersburg, Va.; one great-aunt, Dorothy Robinson (the Rev. Samuel Sr.) of Petersburg, Va.; father and mother-in-law, John and Rose Tabb Jr.; and many cousins, other relatives and friends, including special friends, John E. Weekes, Paula Walker, Barbara Walker, Barbara Pryor-Reese, Darnell Walker, and William and Beatrice Ellis., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at First Baptist Church, Harrison Street, Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor, and Rev. Randall Mitchell, assistant minister, First Baptist Church, officiating and the Rev. Robert Bullock, eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park., The family will receive at 19624 Dorothy Circle, Dinwiddie, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 469-3823., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Tabb online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
CHINCOTEAGUE - Richard "Richie" Anthony Arena, 71, died Oct. 24, 2010. The family will receive friends at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Twiford Chapel, Chesapeake on Friday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with funeral services following at 7:30 p.m. Condolences may be expressed to the family at |
Richard A. Arena CHINCOTEAGUE - Richard Anthony "Richie" Arena, 71, died peacefully in his sleep Oct. 24, 2010. Mr. Arena was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., to the late Salvatore and Angelina Cilaberto Arena. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict. Mr. Arena enjoyed hunting, clay shooting, gardening, the beach, nature and wildlife and spending time with family and friends. He was predeceased by a sister, Jean Messina and a brother, Anthony Arena. Left to cherish his memory, are his wife, Kathleen Arena; daughters, Claudine Bertini and friend Jennifer Becker of Chesapeake and Corinne Arena and friend Peter Bereza of Staten Island, N.Y.; brother, Robert Arena and wife Rosemarie of Florida; three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Twiford Chapel 929 Battlefield Blvd. South, Chesapeake, today from 6 until 7:30 p.m. with a funeral following at 7:30 p.m. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www. altmeyer.com. |
A. Byers Robert "Bob" A. Byers, 78, died on Monday, October 25, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital after a long battle with cancer., He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Stella Byers; and his sister, Georgette Byers., Bob was born in Blackstone, Virginia, and was a lifelong Charlottesville resident., He is survived by his wife, Irma Byers of Palmyra; his two sons, Dane Byers and family of Harrisonburg and Cole Byers and family of Charlottesville; his stepson, Eric Rainey and family of High Point, North Carolina; and a stepdaughter, Nikki Rainey of Richmond., His gift of humor, laughter and love for life will be greatly missed., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the Beaver Dam Baptist Church in Troy., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Beaver Dam Baptist Church, 1794 Richmond Road, Troy, VA 22974 or the Lake Monticello Rescue Squad, 10 Slice Road, Palmyra VA 22963. |
Robert Franklin Speelman Robert Franklin Speelman, 67, of Culpeper died Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at his residence. He was born April 22, 1943 in Waynesboro, Pa. to the late Frank James and Evelyn Lovell Speelman., Bob was a very accomplished Radiological Technologist having worked at Montgomery General Hospital in Olney, Md. for 13 years, Fauquier Hospital as Director of Radiology, Arlington Hospital for 20 years and Culpeper Regional Hospital for the last 25 years. He was a member of the American Society of Radiological Technologist and the American Registry of Radiological Tech-nologist. He was also a member of Jeffersonton Baptist Church from 1977 to 2010 and was recently attending Calverton Baptist Church. He always took part in Relay for Life and throughout his career he taught and mentored many students through Fauquier and Culpeper hospitals teaching new techniques to help advance their careers. Bob was a charismatic person who never met a stranger and was famous for his big pig roasts., He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marilyn Jane Speelman; two children, Steven Michael Speelman and his wife, Pam of Culpeper and Kris D. Speelman and his wife, Maggie of Land of Lakes, Fla.; one brother, Richard J. Speelman of Mercerberg, Pa. and two grandchildren, Zach S. Speelman and Austin G. Speelman, both of Culpeper., The family will receive friends on Friday, October 29, 2010 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, Va., A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel with Pastor Mort Robson and Pastor Marshall Braylo officiating., Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery., In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name at, An online guestbook is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. |
Robert will be cremated and his remains interred with those of his family in Wilmington, N.C. He requested that no public memorials be held. Those wishing to honor Robert's memory may donate in his name to the Peninsula Cancer Institute, 120 Kings Way; Ste. 3100; Williamsburg, VA 23185, in gratitude to Dr. Ellis and Dr. Kerbin for their loving care. Online condolences may be registered at |
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Retired U.S., 1st Sgt. Robert Paul (Bob) Davis, Petersburg, died Oct. 27, 2010. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Petersburg Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 3935 S. Crater Road. |
Roscoe H. Phillips, Roscoe H. Phillips died after a long illness on Thursday, October 21, 2010, at age 96., He was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, on March 10, 1914, the oldest of Edward C. and Ada Phillips' three sons., After many years of working for Radio Liberty/Radio Free Europe in Taiwan, Germany, and Spain, he moved with his family to Charlottesville, to retire. Retirement did not last long for this active, multi-talented man. He soon returned to working as Electronics Lab Coordinator at Piedmont Virginia Community College, enjoying interaction with students and colleagues until he finally retired at age 88., Roscoe also known as Phil, was a loved brother, husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend, a generous man of great integrity. Many sought his advice. His motto in life was "everything happens for the best"., He was "Mr. Fix-it", who could restore everything, from broken toys, complicated electronic equipment, to broken hearts. His favorite pastime, camping with his family, took us to places as far away as Nova Scotia, the West Coast, and Mexico, and as close as Lake Sherando., He will be greatly missed by his friends and family: his brother, Elwood and nephew, Michael Phillips of Orlando, Florida; his wife of 51 years, Luise, and their two daughters, Linda Phillips of Madrid, Spain, and her husband, Juan Ignacio, and two children, Jacob and Stella; Audrey Phillips Henelius, of Kimito, Finland, and her husband, Patrik, and their children, Emma, Sophia Viggo and Aurora; his daughter from his first marriage, Marilyn Reavis and her husband, Gary, of Van, Texas, and their daughters, Jennifer Arent and her husband, Brian, of Huntsville, Alabama, and Amy Williams and her husband, Duayne, of Van, Texas., A memorial service for Roscoe will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 31, 2010, at Olivet Presbyterian Church, 2575 Garth Road, Charlottesville., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 296, Charlottesville, VA 22902. |
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Rosemary Reynolds Neese MEADOWVIEW, Va. Mrs. Rosemary Reynolds Neese, age 82, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at her home. She was born in Washing ton County, Va., on Nov. 2, 1927, daughter of the late Philip Jerome Reynolds and Grace Maiden Reynolds. Rosemary graduated from Meadowview High School in 1945, and attended Emory & Henry College from 1946 1947. She had been employed in the Emory & Henry Library for 20 years, from 1970 1990. Mrs. Neese was a member of Meadowview United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Neese was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Carlos Bellamy. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband of 63 years, Arthur B. Neese Jr., of Meadowview; one daughter, Rose Neese Houk and husband, Don of Galax, Va.; one grandson, Tyler Houk of Galax; one brother, Marvin Reynolds and wife, Ann of Bogart, Ga.; two sisters, Jane Bellamy of Bristol Tennessee and Harriet Reynolds of Hillsville, Va.; several nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. The family wishes to extend heart-felt thanks to Mrs. Neese's five special caregivers, as well as to Wayne Neese, Nathan Graybeal, Doris Wells, Susan Stanley, Parish Nurse, and Hospice of Southwest Virginia. The funeral service for Rosemary Reynolds Neese will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at Meadowview United Methodist Church with the Rev. David Jackson officiating. Burial will follow at Holston Conference Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Meadowview United Methodist Church, 29043 Walker Lane, Meadowview, VA 24361; or to Emory & Henry College Athletics, P.O. Box 950, Emory, VA 24327. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Viewing will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 28, 2010. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. on Oct. 29, 2010, at Psalms Ministries located at 724 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23607. The Eulogist will be given by Pastor Domeka Kelley. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens Cemetery. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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DECAMBRA, Mrs. Ruth V., departed this life October 23, 2010. She is survived by her daughter, Veronica Hawkins (Davie); three sons, Rodney Taylor, Kenneth DeCambra (Hazel) and Martin DeCambra; 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Davis and Antoinette Jeffries (Phillip); four brothers, Eugene Vann, Arthur Vann (Phyllis), Wesley Vann (Susie) and Howard Vann; two adopted daughters, Arnecia Crawford and Dorothy Thompkins; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where the family will receive friends on Thursday (tonight) from 6 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, October 29, 12 p.m. at Swansboro Baptist Church, Midlothian Turnpike and Roanoke Street. Rev. H.R. Plummer, pastor, officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
ASKEW, Sally L. Ford In loving memory of my darling wife, Sally, who passed away 10/23/06. Darling, it has been four years ago today since we've been apart. It seems like it's been forever with a broken heart. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you, miss you and love you. You've touched the hearts and lives of so many during the short time that you were here. Darling, I will miss you and love you forever. Your husband, Angus and all the family |
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Connie Faye Sawyer CHESAPEAKE -Connie Faye Sawyer, 63, passed away Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com . ..... |
ENNAS, Sheila M. Hall, 56, of Hanover County, Montpelier, Va., entered into eternal rest peacefully on October 26, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. Born September 15, 1954. She loved her family, friends, garden, nature, and animals. She was a 1972-graduate of Patrick Henry High School and was a loving, caring wife and mother. Sheila never knew a stranger. She made friends with everyone she met. She would like to express her thanks for help from family, many close friends and customers from her prior employer, The Ironhorse Restaurant in Ashland. Sheila was an avid reader and traveler. Preceding her in death was her father, William C. Hall. She is survived by her mother, Ella E. Hall; her loving husband, Paul; two sons, Will and Garrett Howe; three sisters, Joyce and Barbara Cooke and Betty James; two brothers, Anthony and Greg Hall; father-in-law, Vincent Ennas; a host of extended family members; and many coworkers. Family and friends are invited to join us for a celebration of life to share remembrances of Sheila at Western Hanover Church, 16050 Mountain Rd., Montpelier, Va. (804) 883-5019, on Thursday, October 28 from 6 to 10 p.m., where a funeral service on Friday, October 29 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Terry M. Sharpe officiating. A private interment will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests gifts be made to Western Hanover Church. Arrangements entrusted to Beaverdam Funeral Home. Visit online guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/timesdispatch |
NEWPORT NEWS - Shigeko Kim Gaskins, 81, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010 at home in Newport News. |
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Shirley's life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. |
Sidney "Mack" Tate, 61, of Charlottesville, died on Monday, October 25, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born on May 10, 1949, in Charlottesville, the son of Augusta Thomas Tate and the late Sidney L. Tate. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Charlotte Louise Tate., Mack graduated from Albemarle County High School, Piedmont Virginia Community College and the University of Virginia., Mr. Tate served in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne and worked for the Albemarle County School System for 30 years, retiring as a school administrator., Survivors include his wife, June Ann Tate; a daughter, Heather Elizabeth Goodman and her husband, Seth, of Richmond; and two grandchildren, Anna Katherine and Elizabeth Nicole. Also surviving is Mack's brother, Terry Michael Tate of Scottsville., The family thanks Doctors Williams and Zakaib, Doctors Bergin and Kern and their teams., Funeral services will be Friday, October, 29, 2010 at Hinton Avenue United Methodist Church with the Reverend Kathleen Sturges officiating . A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. at Saint John the Baptist Episcopal Church Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Hill and Wood Funeral Home., The family requests donations in Mack's memory be made to the Charlotte Tate Nursing Scholarship, PVCC Educational Foundation, 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22902. |
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Cinda L. Sorey VIRGINIA BEACH - Cinda L. Sorey, 80, of the 1000 block of Towanda Road, passed away Oct. 26, 2010 in her ..... |
Stevie had an independent sense of style, was a loyal friend and had a great sense of humor. It has been said that you always knew when Stevie was in the room. She loved to travel, with a particular love for the water, was an avid decorator, and loved to read, which added richness to her life whether she was on a Beach or at home on the sofa looking out at the river. |
"Chris", Stephen Vogel Stephen "Chris" Vogel, age 43, of Manassas, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 24, 2010., He is survived by his father, Stephen H. Vogel and step-mother Beverly J. Vogel of Manassas; four brothers, Andrew W. Vogel of Lexington, SC, Sean C. Vogel of Ranson, WV, Keith O. Smith of Mountpelier, VT, and Kevin O. Smith of Burlington, VT; three nephews, one niece and two great-nieces., A celebration of his life will be held 2 PM on Saturday, Oct. 30th at the Manassas Church of the Brethren., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Chris Vogel Memorial Fund c/o Manassas Church of the Brethren, 10047 Nokesville Rd., Manassas, VA 20110. Online condolences may be expressed to, his family at |
Stewart Willis Hawkins Stewart Willis Hawkins, age 59, of Lawrenceville, IL (formerly of Washington, VA) passed away October 24, 2010 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN. He was born July 16, 1951 in Front Royal, Virginia the son of Milton Mortimore and Dorothy (Burke) Hawkins., Stewart was a retired EMS Director of Lawrence County Memorial Hospital Ambulance Service, had worked as a part-time Deputy with the Lawrence County Sheriff's Department, was a Deputy Coroner, and had been an instructor of Emergency Medical Services. Prior to his move to Illinois, he worked as a paramedic, law enforcement, as well as fire and rescue in Virginia., Stewart was a member of First Presbyterian Church. He was also a member of the Elks, Moose, and the Lawrence County, . He attended 1,126 Rotary meetings without ever missing. He joined the Rotary in 1984 and was still an active member. He was past president for the year 1989-1990, had been a long-time treasurer and board member of the Rotary., Stewart was preceded in death by his father., Survivors include his mother Dorothy of Washington, VA and one brother Ronald Davidson Hawkins. of Manassas, VA., Visitation will be from 3 to 6 pm Thursday at Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home, Lawrenceville, IL. A memorial service will be 6 pm Thursday at the funeral home. A memorial service with interment of ashes will be held at a later date in Washington Masonic Cemetery in Washington, VA., Memorials may be made to the Lawrenceville Rotary Scholarship Fund, Shop With a Cop, or Lawrence County Ambulance Service. Condolences may be sent to |
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Edmund J. Stronski HAMPTON - Retired Navy Cmdr. Edmund J. "Ned" Stronski, 90, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010 in Suffolk. Born in Albany, ..... |
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William Sutton Sr. CHESAPEAKE - William Sutton Sr., 81, was called home to rest from his labor early Sunday morning, Oct. 24, 2010 at ..... |
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at Peninsula Funeral Home. |
Tanya Dionne Meade BRISTOL, Tenn. Funeral services for Tanya are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with the Rev. Dr. Gordon Goodgame officiating. Interment will follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Bradley Rasnake, Cory Wilborn, Keith Hodge, Charlie Meade, Tony Roark and Barry Bailey. Those who desire may make contributions to the trust fund established for Tanya Meade's children: Tanya Meade Memorial Trust Fund, c/o Highlands Union Bank, P.O. Box 1128, Abingdon, VA 24212; or delivered to any Highlands Union Bank location. Those wishing to express sympathy made do so by visiting |
He was born on May 20, 1946, in Alexandria, Virginia, a son of the late Lindsay J. and Evelyn (Callahan) Payne., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey Payne., Mr. Payne served in the United States Air Force from 1963 until 1967 and worked as a sheet metal mechanic., Survivors include a son, Scott Payne of Tampa, Florida; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Kelley Payne of Damascus, Maryland, and Dale and Barbara Payne of Orlando, Florida; two nieces and two nephews., A graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, October 29, 2010, at the Scottsville Cemetery. Those desiring may visit with the family from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. at Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville. |
A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, and the family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Third Baptist Church, 1214 Victoria Boulevard, Hampton, Va. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens, Hampton, Va. |
HAMPTON - Trinity RanaE Faulcon, infant daughter of Deonta Faulcon and Channell Robinson, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. |
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Laverne Marie Vaughan COLONIAL HEIGHTS - Laverne Marie Vaughan, 67, went to be with the Lord Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. She is survived by ..... |
GLOUCESTER - Vernon Berkley Forrest, 83, died on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at his home. He was born in Dare, Va., to the late Waverly L. and Beulah Watkins Forrest. |
Veronica A. Sennott Veronica A. Sennott of Manassas, Va., unexpect-edly died in surgery on October 20, 2010., She is deeply missed and mourned by her eldest son Daniel Pennell and his wife, Melissa Pennell, of Manassas, Va.; grand-daughter Rylie Pennell and grandson, Liam Pennell. She is additionally survived by two daughters; two parents, Ruth and Edward, five Irish siblings, six additional grandkids , 11 nieces and nephews , residing in Mass., Veronica moved to Manassas to retire , volunteer at the local elementary school, travel and explore the history of the tri-state area. She lived, volunteered and explored Virginia with a meaningful zest., Her family and friends will celebrate her and her continued spiritual life at All Saints Church in Manassas at 9:30 a.m. on October 29, 2010., Veronica was dedicated to children and respectfully requested in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to her favorite charity: Pathways for Children, 29 Emerson Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930 , ATTN :Sammi Fund. In memory of Veronica Sennott. |
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NEWPORT NEWS - Virgie Richardson Christian 84, died peacefully at her home on Oct. 11, 2010. |
Virginia Clark Webb PINEY FLATS, Tenn. Virginia Clark Webb, 85, died on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late John Griffith Clark and Rutha Fleenor Clark. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester B. Webb, Jr.; son, John Patrick Webb, Sr.; and grandson, John P. Webb, Jr. She was retired from Proffit's and worked for Parks Belk in Johnson City for 19 years. Prior to that she served as City Recorder for Bluff City, Tenn. She was a member of Bluff City United Methodist Church and attended Enterprise United Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter, Leslie Wisecarver and husband, Richard of Knoxville, Tenn.; sons, Gregg Webb and wife, Teresa of Bluff City, Mike Webb and wife, Mary of Johnson City, Tenn.; grandchildren, Brad Webb, Justin Webb and wife, Tausha, Julie Ashbrook and husband, Carlton, LeAnne Rogers and husband, Jeremiah, Jennifer Murphy and husband, Kyle, and Alice Sessoms and husband, Landon; and great-grandchildren, Olivia and Carter Ashbrook. The family will receive friends Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, from 5 until 6:45 p.m. at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home in Bristol Tennessee. The service will follow at 7 p.m., with the Rev. Dan Theiban officiating. The committal service and interment will be held at Glenwood Cemetery, Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at 11 a.m. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
BISHOP, Vivian Elizabeth, 69, of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving and devoted husband, Lloyd "Earl" Bishop; two daughters, Monica Jones (Michael) and Tanya Bishop; two grandchildren, one great-grandchild; three sisters, Joyce McFadden (James), Doris Ann Hughes and Sylvia Jones (Calvin Jr.); two brothers, John Dandridge and Lamar Pinkney; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held Thursday, October 28, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, October 29, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at Mt. Gilead Full Gospel International Ministries, 2501 Mt. Gilead Blvd., where Bishop Daniel Robertson Jr. is pastor. Bishop Kevin A. Williams Sr., eulogist, and Pastor Dr. David Wright officiating. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
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Phoebe Rogers Walley SUFFOLK - Phoebe Rogers Walley, 92, passed away Oct. 26, 2010. A native of Suffolk, she was the daughter of the ..... |
Walter H. Dawson CHERITON - Walter Harcourt Dawson, 90, husband of Charlotte Dawson and a resident of Cheriton passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 at his residence. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Aug. 14, 1920. He was the son of the late Henry P. and Annie Woods Dawson. Mr. Dawson graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and then attended St. Christopher's School in Richmond, Va. In 1942, Walter enlisted in the U.S. Army. He ended his last year of service as a special investigator out of the Adjutant General's Office in Manila and tracked down Philippine collaborators with the Japanese and documented Japanese war crimes. He was employed in the Security Department at Brookhaven National Laboratory with the Atomic Energy Commission for 33 years, retiring at age 57. Walter and his wife Charlotte moved to Cheriton in 1977. He joined the Loyal Order of the Moose 35 years ago in Ronkonkoma, N.Y., and upon moving to the Eastern Shore became a dedicated member of Exmore Moose Lodge No. 683, earning the Pilgrim Degree in 1999. He will be remembered for his many years of community service and his tireless fundraising efforts for March- of-Dimes and Relay for Life. Walter was also a member of the Masonic Lodge, joining 35 years ago in Westhampton Beach, N.Y. He is survived by his wife Charlotte; daughters, Annie Appleman, Frances Dawson, Melanie Dawson, Margaret LoBasso, and Aleta Blanchard; sons, Walter Dawson Jr. and George Dawson; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. To honor Walter's request, there will be no services. Memorials contributions may be made to Robert L. Parker Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o Exmore Moose Lodge Lodge No. 683, Attn: Arlene Frisch, P.O. Box 1227, Exmore, VA 23350. Walter said that he wants to be remembered as "a heck of a nice guy." Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. doughtyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore. |
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Kimberly Ann Wang VIRGINIA BEACH - Kimberly Ann Wang, 47, passed away suddenly Oct. 23, 2010 in Winston- Salem, N.C. Born March 29, 1963 ..... |
Warren Austin Warren Austin, 82, of Lynch Station, passed Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. He was the husband of the late Bethene Moon Austin. Born Sept. 15, 1928, in Leesville, he was the son of the late James Austin and the late Leitha Anthony Austin. He is survived by four sons, Samuel Austin and wife, Velma, of Evington, Phillip Austin, of Altavista, James Moon, of Lynch Station, and Leon Alexander, of Roanoke; three daughters, Lucy Holmes and husband, Keith, of Evington, Laverne Mack and husband, George, of Lynch Station, and Diane White, of Raleigh, N.C.; a sister, Katie Womack, of Conn; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Bethany Ebenezer U.M.C., Lynch Station, by the Rev. Patricia Figueroa. Interment will follow in Bethany Memorial Cemetery, Leesville Road, Lynch Station. The remains will lie in state at the church fron noon until the hour of service. The cortege will assemble at 12:15 p.m. at the residence of Keith and Lucy Holmes, 708 Dearborn Road, Evington. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at the chapel of the Cook & Minnis Funeral Home of Altavista. |
Mr. Rice was a graduate of William Penn Sr. High School where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Football & Track. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and he worked for 32 years as a machinist for Caterpillar Tractor Co. in York. Mr. Rice memberships include serving as Past Commander of the Charles E. Williams Post #794 American Legion & Lifetime Member, also a Lifetime Member of the V. F. W. Post #35 and a former member of the Brotherly Love Lodge #228. Mr. Rice had a great love for football and good food. |
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D. Keith Welch CHESAPEAKE - D. Keith Welch, 52, passed away Oct. 23, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com . ..... |
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Donald C. White CHESAPEAKE - Donald C. White, 80, of the 400 block of Redbrick Drive, died Oct. 25, 2010. Funeral arrangements have been ..... |
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Oct 28, 2010 The funeral for William Henry Harbour of Fieldale, who died Oct. 23, 2010, was held Tuesday at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Garner, the Rev. George Gorman and Evangelist Jeff Kaylor officiating. Burial was in the Blackberry Baptist Church cemetery with military rites by the Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Coy Ratcliff, Brian Ratcliff, Dennis Harbour, Wayne Koger, Gary Koger and Jeff Kaylor. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett. |
William Sutton Sr. CHESAPEAKE - William Sutton Sr., 81, was called home to rest from his labor early Sunday morning, Oct. 24, 2010 at his home in Chesapeake. He was born Dec. 5, 1928. William was a lifetime native of Chesapeake. He was the son of the late Earl Sutton and Catherine Jarvis-Sutton. William Sutton was a devoted member of the United House of Prayer For All People, Hickory (Chesapeake), where he served as superintendent of Sunday school, chairman of the Deacon Board, and a host of other church boards and missions. Early in his life, William became an elder and served faithfully on the Elder Board. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Beulah Gregory Sutton of Chesapeake; three sons, James Sutton (Glenda), Haymarket, Va., William Sutton, Jr. (Valeria), Hinesville, Ga., Ronald Sutton, Chester, Va.; four daughters, Jannet Spence and Joyce Reed (Bobby) of Chesapeake, Donna Hill (Anthony), Brandywine, Md., and Michelle Williams (Rodney), Upper Marlboro, Md.; one sister, Olive Wilson, Chesapeake; four nephews, four nieces, 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives, friends, and love ones. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Community Funeral Home, 1210 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 625-7415. Condolences to the family may be expressed via fax: (757) 625-7175 or via email: communityfh1970@yahoo. com. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at the United House Of Prayer For All House People, 1433 Whittamore Road, Chesapeake, (757) 482-1152. Interment will be held in Roosevelt Memorial Park, 1101 Campostella Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320. |
Thursday, October 28, 2010 2:00 AM |
Henrietta Williams PORTSMOUTH - Henrietta Williams was born Nov. 29, 1921 near Greenville, N.C., to the late Joseph and Mary Adams. Henrietta and her ..... |
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Marjorie A. Witt PORTSMOUTH - Marjorie A. Witt, 92, of Mount Vernon Ave., took the hand of Jesus and peacefully went to her heavenly ..... |
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