BROWN, Arnetta K., of Richmond, born December 22, 1958, died November 3, 2010. Preceded in death by parents, Caroline Banks and Sidney Winston; and son, Bernard Brown Jr. (Mannie Boo), she leaves to cherish her husband, Bernard Brown Sr.; three children, Tony, Demarcus and Liteesha Brown-Hawkins; two sisters, two brothers, grandchildren, in-laws, and a host of family and friends. Services will be November 13 at 1 p.m. at Mimms. |
HAMPTON - On Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, God briefly blessed us with an angel, Aaliyah Angel Kirk. He saw that she was too precious for this world and took her back home on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010. |
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Avis Alexander-Boughes CHESAPEAKE - Avis Denise Alexander Boughes, 51, passed away peacefully Nov. 7, 2010. A native of Durham, N.C., she was the daughter ..... |
Allen F. Ellett Allen F. Ellett of Rixeyville passed away at Fauquier Hospital on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at the age of 87. He was born in Rixeyville on August 5, 1923 to the late A.C. and Estelle Ellett., He was a very active member of Oak Shade United Methodist Church and also the Jeffersonton Ruritan Club of which he served 55 years. He retired from the postal service in 1988 after serving 34 years as a rural carrier. He was also very active at farming in his early years., He is survived by his son, James L. Ellett and his wife, Cathey of Charleston, WV, and his wife, Nancy J. Ellett., Preceding Allen in death were his parents and his brother, Russell H. Ellett and his wife, Roberta Ellett., The family will receive friends on Friday, November 12, 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, November 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel with Rev. Sharon Forbes and Rev. Barbara Jamieson officiating., Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memory Gardens., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Oak Shade United Methodist Church, 16496 Oak Shade Rd., Rixeyville, VA 22737. An online guestbook and tribute wall is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. |
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Nov 12, 2010 Amos Jeffery "Bodine" Hundley, 49, of 921 Barrows Mill Road, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born April 6, 1961, in Martinsville to Amos C. Hundley and Billye Richardson Hundley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles B. "Brad" Hundley, Joel Dean "Jody" Hundley and Anthony Richardson "Ricky" Hundley. He worked with his father as a tile repairman for more than 15 years. He was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife, June Dalton Hundley of the home; a son, Michael Poynter of Martinsville; a brother, John R. "Randy" Hundley of Big Pine Key, Fla.; three grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. The funeral and burial will be private. Memorials may be made to the Martinsville/Henry County SPCA, 132 Joseph Martin Highway, Martinsville, Va. 24112. Community Funeral Service in Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements. |
Andrew Fitch Henson Sr. Andrew Fitch Henson Sr., 60, of Madison Heights, passed over into glory with his loving wife and son by his side. He was the devoted and loving husband of Diane Epperson Henson and father of Andrew (Andy) Henson Jr. and Lindsay Elizabeth Henson, who passed over Nov. 7, 1976. Born Sept. 5, 1950, in Lynchburg, Fitch was a son of the late Gracie Vest Henson and Henry Otis Henson Sr. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Henry Otis Henson Jr., and a sister, Sarah Henson. He was an Amherst County High School and CVCC graduate, a former Lynchburg City Policeman, Firefighter and a United States Army veteran. He retired from Griffin Pipe after 26 years of service, where he served as a union president. Fitch is also survived by his special brother and sister-in-law, Robert G. Epperson and Betty J. Epperson; nephew, Bob Epperson; nieces, Kelly and Pam; great-nieces, Casey, Jenna and Shay; great-nephew, Johnathan; and great-great-nieces, Kayla, Jaden, Kiersten and Kylie. Fitch loved all of his family and friends. Much love and thank you to his devoted cousins (and sisters of the heart) June Williams and Judy Reynolds, Rose Riffe and Dee Dee Henson, Sharon Vest and Sheila Coleman; faithful cousins, J.D. Vest, John and Michael Coleman; and De Molay brother, Howard Payne. His sister of the heart, Ellen Ramey Morcom; his Griffin Pipe buddies, Steve (Pat and Stephanie), Bluejean and Jean and Harry, thank you all for your love and support. All our gratitude to Dr. David Haga and staff, Dr. Joseph Khoury and staff, Dr. Donald Holcomb and staff, Roberts Home Medical and Centra Hospice nurse, Vickie Bailey and Amherst County EMT staff. Thank you Ed and Rose Gilbert. To Schmidt (Mike Smith), and Heather King, he loved you very much. Thanks to Robert and Bunny, and Matt and Barry for our car maintenance. And thanks to his Agudath Shalom buddies, Lila, Susan, Alan and Penny. Fitch was a member of both Sandy Bottom Christian Church and Leawood Baptist Church, and affiliated with Agudath Shalom Synagogue. He was baptized at age 12. Through his life, like all of us, he had his moments, but he always asked the Lord for forgiveness. He had a good heart and a strong faith. He loved his Heavenly Father, his family and his friends. He loved the Atlanta Braves, the San Francisco 49ers and seldom missed Andy's martial arts competitions and shows that Andy's rock band performed in our area. He endowed us with the joy of yearly beach trips to Virginia Beach, Outer Banks and our beloved Pawley's Island, and Myrtle Beach, S.C. He always remembered fondly his fishing trips to Big Island with his uncle, Bill Williams, Bobby and Bob, and his many phone conversations with his Uncle Freddy and Aunt Cotton. His kindness of spirit allowed his mother-in-law, Louise W. Epperson, to always have a home with us. Fitch was our rock and our protector. We will cherish him always and one day be together again as a whole family in paradise. Praises to God for blessing us with 40 years together. Fitch requested there be no formal service. There will be a gathering for family and friends at the family plot in Meade Cemetery at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, for a home going. "In the sweet by and by, we will meet on that beautiful shore." "Across the years I will walk with you. In deep green forests on shores of sand and when our time on Earth is through, in Heaven, too, you will have my hand." To send a condolence to the family, please visit, www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Monelison Chapel is assisting the family. |
Anna M. Swanson VIRGINIA BEACH - Anna Moore Swanson, 89, of the 700 block of London Bridge Road passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. Mrs. Swanson was born in Cleveland, the daughter of the late Clarence and Mary Moore. She was the widow of William A. Butts who died in the South Pacific in World War II and she was widowed again in 1983 when her second husband, Hank Swanson, died. She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Newman and her husband Guy; two granddaughters, Tammy L. Newman and Michelle and her husband, Jeff Bowling Sr.; one great-grandson, Jeffie Bowling Jr.; a sister, Mary E. Moore of Rancho Cordova, Calif.; a brother, Lt. Col. Joe Moore of Alexandria, Va.; Mrs. Swanson requested that she have no service. The family would like to thank everyone at Windermere, especially nurses Jane, Joan and Susanne. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, assisted the family. |
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Lester McCoy Artis COURTLAND - Lester McCoy "Les" Artis of Whitehouse Road passed Nov. 7, 2010 in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. The Southampton County ..... |
Avis Alexander-Boughes CHESAPEAKE - Avis Denise Alexander Boughes, 51, passed away peacefully Nov. 7, 2010. A native of Durham, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Henry and Emma Alexander. A graduate of Hillside High School, she continued her studies at Columbia School of Arts in Chicago and later at North Carolina Central University majoring in business. As an entrepreneur in broadcast and communications, she worked as a dance instructor in video and audio productions. She also worked with the Parks and Recreation Department and as a teacher's aide. She is survived by her loving husband, Frederick H. Boughes; four children, Yaseem, Amatullah, Aasiyah and Yusuf Abdul-Malik; a sister, Ingrid Alexander; and a host of relatives and friends. Hurt by the loss of her brother Henry early in life, she was yet to be denied a successful spirit. She will be loved and missed always. A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday in the chapel of Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty St., Chesapeake. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.pretlowandsons.com. |
Barbara "Boo" Wright Cash Barbara "Boo" Wright Cash, 64, of Madison Heights, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, at her home. Born Oct. 20, 1946, in Amherst, she is survived by her mother, Eva Rigney Wright, of Madison Heights, and was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Wright. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Delores "Lois" Wright Floyd and Margaret Wright Webster, and a nephew, Tony Lee Floyd. Barbara, "Boo," was retired from Parker Hannifin with 41 years of service, and was of Christian faith. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt. Survivors also include her son, Michael McLaughlin, and wife, Kristi, of Lynchburg; two grandchildren, Larston and Lakin McLaughlin; her brother, Lawrence "Buddy" Wright, of Monroe; her sister, Christine Floyd, of Madison Heights; two special nephews, Jay Floyd and Tommy Wright; three special nieces, Sheryl Bryant, Karen Banton and Dawn Floyd; six special great-nephews, Shaun Bryant, Shane Bryant, Schuyler Bryant, Brian Banton, Jason Floyd and Damian Floyd; four special great-nieces, Stephanie Routon, Summer Yancey, Brittany Crawley and Amanda Floyd; five special great-great nephews, Caleb Hanks, Kadin Routon, Carter Bryant, Colton Crawley and Kellan Floyd; and two beloved friends, Sandra Brooks and Lee Coffey. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 12, 2010, at Whitten Monelison Chapel and at other times at the residence. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Fort Hill Memorial Park by the Rev. Kenneth Alley. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Monelison Chapel is assisting the family. |
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Bertie M. McCoy NORA, Va. Bertie M. McCoy, 72, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at her home. She was born in Dickenson County, Va., daughter of the late Allard L. and Ruby M. Carico Mitchell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd S. McCoy. She was a member of Lighthouse Freewill Baptist Church, Nora. She is survived by one son, Greg McCoy (Jim Cole II) of Westmoreland, Tenn.; three daughters, Lisa McCoy of Brushy Ridge, Va., Kathy Davis of Church Hill, Tenn., and Julie Bates and husband, Bryan of Norton, Va.; three sisters, Daisy Mitchell of Sandy Ridge, Va., Annette Skeens of Brushy Ridge, and Mae Wise of Brushy Ridge; four brothers, Beecher Mitchell, Carlos Mitchell, Lester Mitchell, and Ronnie Mitchell, all of Brushy Ridge; six grandchildren, Gina, Adam, Kevin, Ronnie, Jansen, and Roy; six great- grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Bertie M. McCoy will be conducted at 12 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, Va., with Rev. Lester Mullins and Rev. Freddie Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Mitchell Family Cemetery, Nora. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood, Va. The family wants to give special thanks to caregivers from Dickenson County Home Health and Dr. Miller and staff of the Southwest Virginia Cancer Center, Norton, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the McCoy family through our Web site at |
NEWPORT NEWS - Betty Terry Wood Dewees, 82, died on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. |
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Beverly McKinney Jr. WHITEWOOD, Va. Funeral services for Beverly McKinney Jr. will be conducted Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, with the Rev. Jack Ward, Rev. James Ray, and Rev. Troy Lester officiating. Interment will follow at the McKinney Family Cemetery on Brown Ridge, near Jewell Ridge, Va. Pallbearers will be: David Whitt, Chris Bonds, Jeremy Gross, Shawn Beavers, and nephews. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be: Paul Horn, Sam Galliaer, Larry Odum, Kyle Robinson, Steve Miller, Clark Horn, Arthur Horn, Paul Horn, Kenneth Cantrell, Dr. Jamal Sahyouni, and Jim Jackson. Beverly McKinney Jr., age 75, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a lengthy illness. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at |
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Frederick W. Butt VIRGINIA BEACH - Frederick William "Bill" Butt, 79, passed away Nov. 10, 2010. www.FamilyChoiceFunerals. com. ..... |
Carl R. Kehrer RAPHINE, Carl Robert Kehrer, 90, of N & W Lane, Raphine, died on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at his residence., He was born on November 3, 1920, in Augusta County, a son of the late Henry Clements and Carrie Bell (Myrtle) Kehrer., Prior to retirement, Mr. Kehrer was a self-employed watch maker., He was preceded in death by four brothers, Willie, Herman, Russell, and Theodore Kehrer; and two sisters, Alberta K. Stinespring and Ethel K. Hite., Family members include two sisters, Lydia Doyle of Texas and Christina K. Clark of El Paso, Texas; and a number of nieces and nephews, including his niece and nephew, Sandra and Ted, who were by his side at the time of his passing., A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at Greenville Baptist Church Cemetery by the Reverend Harold W. "Pete" Campbell., There will be no public viewing or visitation., Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements., Condolences may be made to the family at |
Carrie R. Jones PORTSMOUTH - Mrs. Carrie R. "Sugar Pie" Jones, 87, of Bold Street, was chosen to be with the Lord Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. A Portsmouth native, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Carrie Riddick. She attended Portsmouth Public Schools and retired from Waters Jr. High School as a cafeteria worker. Mrs. Jones was a faithful member of Emanuel AME Church, where she served on the Stewardess Board, the Female Ushers, the Missionary Society and Feed the Hungry Ministry. She also was a member of the Martha Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star for many years. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 68 years, George A. Jones Sr.; four daughters, MaryAnn Fair (David) of Adelphi, Md., Carolyn Tyler (Lewis) of Richmond, Linda J. Jones of Hampton, Teresa Burns (Cee Jai) of Portsmouth; four sons, George A. Jones Jr. (Frances) of Suffolk, Reuben R. Jones Sr. (Henrietta) of Dale City, Walter R. Jones and Kenneth A. Jones (Deborah) of Portsmouth; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the family home. Fisher Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling the professional services. Mrs. Jones can be viewed today from 1 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Final viewing will be at Emanuel from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, Nov. 13, at noon at Emanuel AME Church with the Rev. Granger Flythe officiating. Interment will be at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Carrie R. Jones Scholarship Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fisherfuneral.com. |
The family will receive friends at the family home. Fisher Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling the professional services. Mrs. Jones can be viewed Friday from 1 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Final viewing will be at Emanuel from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday. |
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John T. Casteen Jr. CHESAPEAKE - John Thomas Casteen Jr., 88, of the 2300 block of Wildwood Road, passed away Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010. ..... |
HENDERSON, Mr. Charles, of Powhatan, Va., departed this life suddenly on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Remains rest at Michael W. Hawkes Funeral Home, Amelia. Funeral notice later. |
Charles Randall Eppard, Charles Randall Eppard, 60, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at Culpeper Regional Hospital., Charles was born on August 19, 1950, in Charlottesville, Virginia, son of the late Cletus and Ellie Jarrell Eppard., He is survived by his wife, Judy Eppard; two sons, Bradley Eppard and his wife, Tammy, and Jeffrey Eppard and his wife, Christina, all of Stanardsville; two daughters, Tracy Howard and her husband, Brad, of Stanardsville and Holly Eppard of Morgantown, West Virginia; one brother, Robert Eppard also of Stanardsville; five grandchildren, Parker, Elise, Cheyanne, Matthew and Whyatt; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends., Charles was employed at R. E. Lee and Son and was a member of Mount Olivet Church. He enjoyed working on the farm, riding his tractor and bailing hay. Most of all he was a family man that enjoyed spending time and taking care of his children and grandchildren., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at Mount Olivet Church. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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LEE, Christopher, 29, entered eternal rest November 9, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to: www.wilsonafs.com |
Clarice J. Blackwell, Clarice J. Blackwell, 79, of Charlottesville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at home., She was born on September 5, 1931, in Profitt, Virginia, the daughter of the late Henry Almer Gentry and Elizabeth Bernwanger Gentry. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Howard Gentry and Wilfred Gentry., Clarice was the best mother in the world and known as "Mama Clarice" to many, many local children. She was a longtime member of Cherry Avenue Christian Church., Surviving her are her loving husband of almost sixty years, James R. Blackwell of Charlottesville; a son, Steve R. Blackwell and his wife, Jean, of Cismont; a daughter, Sandra J. Cutitta and her husband, Thomas, of Earlysville; four grandchildren, Ashley Fitzpatrick and her husband, Bill, Erin Lawson and her husband, Jason, Jeffrey Blackwell and Katherine Cutitta; two great-grandchildren, Riley Fitzpatrick and Brody Lawson; two brothers, Hunter Gentry and Clayton Gentry (her twin); a special nephew, Larry Gentry and his wife, Gail; many other loving family members; and her faithful dog, Champ., Special thanks to Hospice of the Piedmont and the HOPE Center at Martha Jefferson Hospital for their kind and compassionate care., A graveside funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens with the Reverend Sidney Craig officiating., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
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Clifton C. Farrar PORTSMOUTH - Evangelist Clifton C. Farrar, 84, passed away Nov. 4, 2010. A funeral will be held Sunday, Nov. 14, at 10 a.m. at Church of God and Saints of Christ. Burial will follow in Belleville Cemetery. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
Funeral services for Clyde McDaniel, of Petersburg, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Chapel of the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg; Pastor George Howard officiating. Interment will be in Wikerson Memorial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the residence of the sister, Mrs. Jeanette Goodrich, 616 Greenville Ave., Petersburg, at 2 p.m., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
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Roy L. Condrey VIRGINIA BEACH - Roy Lee Condrey, 78, passed away Nov. 8, 2010 at his home. A native of Ariton, Ala., Roy ..... |
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After retirement, Cynthia spent two years in Los Angeles enjoying exciting new experiences and time with her daughter. When it became necessary for her to return to Hampton, she was lovingly cared for by her husband, John and her sister, Edwina--her "angels." Cynthia adored family and friends above all else and was surrounded by those who loved her during her final days in this physical world. The family will always remember the loving care and special acts of kindness shown to Cyndi during her illness by Delores Woodley, Vivian Carter, Barbara Meredith, Carolyn Ruffin, Kitty Morgan, and Linda Brown. |
BROWN, Doris M., 54, entered eternal rest November 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie B. and Dorothy E. Brown. She is survived by her son, Carlos Moore Jr.; four brothers, Willie Thomas (Cynthia), Lawrence Lee (Rachel), James Lewis (Deborah), and Eugene Timothy Brown; a devoted cousin, Frances Norman; and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Homegoing Celebration 12 noon Saturday at St. James United Holy Church, 16 E. 28th Street. Interment Riverview Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
LANEXA - Daisy Atkins, 79, of New Kent, Va., departed this life on Nov. 7, 2010, at the Memorial Regional Hospital, Hanover, Va. |
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Phillip G. Darden Sr. FRANKLIN - Phillip Gardner "Popcorn" Darden Sr., 64, passed away Nov. 11, 2010 at Sentara Obici Hospital. He was born ..... |
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NEWPORT NEWS - David Dixie passed away peacefully on Nov. 1, 2010, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on June 11, 1945. |
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Nov 12, 2010 Dawn Machelle Maynard, 50, of Martinsville, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at her home. She was born March 15, 1960, in Connecticut to Ernest Alfred and Norma T. Hairston Maynard-Eady. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Krystal Elyse Smith. Surviving are three children, Kai Alexis Smith, Derek Maynard and Alex Maynard Smith; three grandchildren; and six brothers and sisters, Elyse Griffin, Tyniesha Douglas, Monique Maynard, Terrence Maynard, Jeffrey Maynard and Tracy Blackwell. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Greater Love Ministry, 906 E. Church St., Martinsville. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
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Dennis Swiney The committal service and interment for Mr. Swiney will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, in Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Randy Alvis, Steve Callahan, Tony Owens, Eugene Powers, Ronnie Cole and Johnny Farmer. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Alvis, Cecil Arnold, Mike Wilcox, Will Wyatt, Jack Sanders, and Doug Mullins. The family would like to thank all the wonderful doctors, nurses, technicians, therapists and employees of Bristol Regional Medical Center and Fresenius Medical Care for all their kind care, love and support. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to the East Tennessee Kidney Fund, c/o Alice Legard, Fresenius Medical Care, 1 Medical Park Blvd., Suite 100E, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
Ms. Desdemona A. Washington, age 56, of 309 Blackwater Drive, Petersburg, departed this life Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at her residence., She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Mary J. Washington and Ernest B. Washington. She was a graduate of the Petersburg High School Class of 1972, and a 1977 graduate of Virginia State College where she obtained a B.S. degree in education and in 1979 a master's degree in special education. Ms. Washington was retired. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Deborah M. Washington., She leaves to cherish her precious memory her spouse, Robert Hughey; son, Joel Hughey Sr.; her grandchildren, Joel and Jordan Hughey; her devoted sister, Brenda Coleman (James), Hopewell; her brother, Ernest B. Washington Jr. (Diane), Petersburg; two aunts, Lillie Mae Bonner Sidney (deceased), Church Road, Bertha Pryor of Sutherland; one uncle, Harrison Bonner Jr. (Virgie) of Petersburg; and number of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held noon Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church of God in Christ, located at 233 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va. The Rev. Jeffery Dodson Sr. will officiate the homegoing celebration. The interment will be held at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie. The family will assemble at 11 a.m. at 309 Blackwater Drive, Petersburg, on the day of the service. Condolences may sent to our website,, . The family can be contacted at 804-943-1491 or 804-919-1452. Services have been entrusted to William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home. |
Diane Pollard O'Keeffe VIRGINIA BEACH - Diane Pollard O'Keeffe, 80, went to be with her Lord Nov. 8, 2010, with her family by her side. Diane was the youngest daughter of John and Una Pollard of Richmond. She was predeceased by her daughter, Sheila Marie O'Keeffe; and by two sisters, Elizabeth (Polly) Hagood and Vivian (BeeBee) Ashlin; and by her husband of 36 years, Patrick E. O'Keeffe. Born in Richmond, Diane graduated from Highland Springs High School in 1947. During the 1940s, she and her sisters, Polly, Jean and Vivian sang on the radio as The Pollard Sisters, at Army bases such as Camp Pickett and at other events throughout the state. Diane graduated from Norfolk General School of Practical Nursing having served as president of her class. She eventually became head of the EKG department at Virginia Beach General Hospital after having taught herself to read EKGs. At the age of 65, she graduated with honors as a registered nurse and volunteered for many years at the Beach Health Clinic. She continued to enjoy singing with The Beach Tones, a senior choral group that performs free concerts for the enjoyment of other seniors. Diane was known for her spunk, sense of humor and determination to overcome challenges. She always looked for imaginative and loving ways to take care of and teach her children and grandchildren. She will be remembered for the grace with which she lived, especially the last seven years of her life, dealing with the debilitating effects of dementia. Although she had difficulty communicating verbally during that time, she was able to connect clearly and lovingly with those around her through her quick and beautiful smile and her gentle spirit. Diane is survived by her daughters, Patricia O'Keeffe Brennan, Maureen O'Keeffe Corra; her son, Kevin Patrick O'Keeffe; her son-in-law, Robert Corra; three grandsons, Lee Patrick Brennan, Kyle Williams and Austin Corra; her sister, Jean Mahon and her husband Clif; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of The Sholom Unit at Beth Sholom Village and Medi Home Hospice as well as to the two Sandras for the loving care, kindness and attention they gave to Diane and her family. A viewing will be held today, Nov. 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 and a funeral, also at Altmeyer, on Saturday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. Interment will be at 3 p.m. in Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandstone, VA 23150. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to The Sholom Unit at Beth Sholom Village, 6401 Auburn Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. (757) 420-2512. Expressions of sympathy may be entered at www.Altmeyer.com. |
CARROLL - In loving memory of our mother, grandmother & great-grandmother, Dorothy H. Carroll, who departed this life November 11, 2000. It has been 10 years since you left us but not a day goes by that we don't think of you. We love and miss you. Reginald "Sonny", Viola, Evangeline & Ruthgenia |
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GILPATRICK, Earl Franklin, 94, died November 1, 2010, in a local hospital. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Harvey and Rose Craft Gilpatrick and his wife, Gladys Russell. He is survived by a sister, Doris Bowser of Leechburg, Pa.; and a brother, Clarence of Lewiston, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Gilpatrick served in the Pacific Theatre in World War II. He retired from Interbake Foods in 1980 after 33 years of service. He was an avid golfer until health forced him to give up the sport. He was an active member of New Covenant Baptist Church for many years. Burial will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Danville at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 20. A memorial service will be held at New Covenant Baptist Church at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 21. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to New Covenant Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com. |
Earl Lee Castle, 60, of Charlottesville, died on Friday, October 22, 2010, at a local hospital., He was born on March 31, 1950, in Charlottesville, the son of the late Garnet Benson Castle and Ethel F. Woodall Castle. He was also preceded in death by a son, Steven W. Castle., Earl was a Taxi driver and had served in the United States Army., Surviving him are a daughter, Breanna Hubbard (Barksdale); a sister, Geneva Hensley; a niece, Velida Tyree; and three nephews, Bruce Hensley, Lance Hensley and Kevin Hensley., A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at First Christian Church with Mr. Jeff Villio officiating. Interment was held at the Riverview Cemetery., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the First Christian Church, 536 Pantops Center, P.O. Box 344, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
Edith Owens DAMASCUS, Va. Graveside services for Edith Owens will be conducted Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus with Rev. Dickie Wilson officiating. Grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the residence following the service. Online condolences may be made to the family at |
Edna Frances Kurnas, 81, of Prince George, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, in Colonial Heights Healthcare., She was born in Davidson, N.C. Mrs. Kurnas was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Margaret Rummel Eggleston, and her husband, Louis Emil Kurnas. She was a member of First Baptist Church and the, Ladies Auxillary, Post 637., Surviving are two daughters, Darlene C. Novak and her husband, Werner, and Robin J. Redmond, all of Prince George; two sons, Larry J. Eggleston and wife, Linda, of Goochland, and Terry L. Kurnas and wife, Wendy, of Williamsburg; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, Betty Barrick of New Cumberland, Pa., Shirley Flickinger of Pacola, Okla., Doris Kuhn of Gardner, Pa., and Jean Livingston of York, Pa., The family will receive friends from 1 to 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. in Appomattox Cemetery with the Rev. Ed Rodriguez, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to, , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or your favorite charity. Condolences may be registered with |
Edna Lee Sears VIRGINIA BEACH - Edna Lee Sears of the 1200 block of Skylark Drive, passed away in her daughter's home Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. She was born April 9, 1923 in Orange County, North Carolina, the daughter of the late Alex Jackson Francis and Ruthie Hadie Thompson. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Clemon C. Sears; her two sisters, Grace Nain, Thelma Doyle; and her brother, Carlton Francis. She was loved by all and expressed enormous love and compassion for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her oldest son, Randy K. Sears and wife Cathy Sears of Virginia Beach; and their four sons, Brian Quidlley, Aaron Sears "Lil" Randy Sears and Shane Sears; her middle son, Terry Sears his wife Debbie Sears of Gates, N.C., their four children Scott Sears, Heath Sears, Mathew Raven and Athena Raven; her daughter, Robin Murray, her husband Carl Murray of Virginia Beach and their four children Jerry "Ryan" Bryant, Brandi Bryant, Christopher Murray and Adam Murray. She is also survived by her sister, Jean Smith and her husband Eddie Smith of Jacksonville, Fla. Other survivors include her late husband's two brothers, Raymond Sears, his wife Nancy Sears of Louisville, Ky., and their eight children; Hubert Sears, his wife Clara- lee Sears of Virginia Beach and their three children. She is survived by 15 great-grandchildren, her immense love and joy she possessed for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren is immeasurable. She will be missed by all the lives she touched. A service will be conducted today, Nov. 12, at 11 a.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. The burial will follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park. The family received friends at the funeral home Thursday, Nov. 11, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
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Nov 12, 2010 The funeral for Edward Gaston Hairston, 80, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 6, 2010, was held Thursday at St. Paul High Street Baptist Church with the Rev. George Goodman officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Greg Lieteau, John Lieteau, Kerry Lieteau and Mark Lieteau, Jonathan Hairston, Jeffrey Johnson, Larry Hairston and Michael Hairston. Hairston Funeral Home handled arrangements. |
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Elizabeth Ferguson |
Nov 12, 2010 Elizabeth Ferguson, 75, of 1200 Country Club Drive, Martinsville, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, at her home. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Mr. Elize Claud, of 200 Weaver Ave., Emporia, Va., died Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, at Emporia Manor, Emporia, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, |
Elsie Cahill |
Nov 12, 2010 The funeral for Elsie Riggs Cahill, 94, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 8, 2010, was held Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Martinsville with Dr. Dennis Knight officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Bill Lemons, E.C. Jordan, Bill Mitchell, Taylor Edwards, Sonny Wade, Vince Riggs and Doug Barnes. Norris Funeral Services handled arrangements. |
Elsie Mae Keen Ward GRUNDY, Va. Elsie Mae Keen Ward, 79 years of age, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at her home following an extended illness. She was a devoted wife of 64 years, a loving moth er, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed gardening and cooking. She was a member of Tookland Pentecostal Church and devoted Christian who so enjoyed serving the Lord and taking care of others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alden Ward; parents, John Oliver and Vertie Mullins Keen; two children, Swanson Donald Ward and Stanley Gary Ward; two sisters, Opal Pearl Mullins and Gertrude Mullins; two brothers, Lennis Keen and Dennis Keen. Elsie is survived by three childre:; one daughter, Joyce and husband Tom Neff of Newport News, Va.; two sons, Calvin Ward of Grundy and Ertley "Eardie" and wife Veronica Ward of Dismal, Va.; one daughter-in-law, Janice and husband Jay Rife of Grundy; two sisters, Betty Prater and Lois Mullins, both of Fenton, Mich.; three brothers, Eulis Keen and Von Keen, both of Grundy, and Bruce Keen of Christiansburg, Va.; seven grandchildren, Kaye Rife, Anita Hossfeld, Angelia and husband Greg McClanahan, Celeste Ward, Miranda Ward, Jared Campbell, John and wife Lariza Rife; seven great-grandchildren, Tanner Baldwin, Ethan McClanahan, Lindsey and Lauren Hossfeld, and Victoria, Ainsley and Sydney Rife. Funeral services for Elsie Mae Keen Ward will be conducted Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at noon at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Ministers Troy Street, Hobert Kennedy and Carl Sensabaugh officiating, with burial following in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va. Friends may call at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel Friday evening at 6 p.m., with services at 7 p.m. Active pallbearers will be Greg McClanahan, Brannon Mullins, Jared Campbell, John Rife, Tim Herring, Jay Rife and great-grandson, Tanner Baldwin. Honorary pallbearers will be Amedisys Home Health, Tina Compton, David Compton, Buford Keene, Billie Jean Keene, Rev. Glen Wilson, Dr. Jose Velasquez, Debra Ramey, Doris Parks, Freda Elswick and Ella Kelly. Online condolences may be sent to the family at |
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Fannie Estelle Colvin Frazier Fannie Estelle Colvin Frazier, age 97, formerly of Culpeper lived with and was cared for by Faye Pollard-Wiseman passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at Britthaven of Washington Nursing Home in Washington, N.C. She was born in Orange County on November 29, 1912 to the late Willie Marron and Hetty Alice Powell Colvin., She graduated from Earlysville High School and was married to the late Allen Frazier on September 1, 1937. Before moving to North Carolina, she resided in Annandale and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Baileys Crossroads., She is survived by one brother, William G. Colvin of Culpeper, one sister, Dolly C. Jones of Culpeper, and numerous nieces and nephews., In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by three sisters and one brother., A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper with Rev. Michael Walters officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until service time., Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will have a reception immediately following the committal service at Found and Sons Chapel. An online guestbook is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. |
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Clifton C. Farrar PORTSMOUTH - Evangelist Clifton C. Farrar, 84, passed away Nov. 4, 2010. A funeral will be held Sunday, Nov. 14, at ..... |
Florence Hughes Thompson, Florence Jeannette Hughes Thompson, 88, of Nellysford, died on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at Envoy of Staunton., She was born in Nelson County on October 27, 1922, a daughter of the late William M. Hughes Sr. and Gracie Virginia Fitzgerald Hughes., Florence was a wonderful mother, a beloved grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a kind and caring member of her community, often calling and checking on one or more of her neighbors and friends. She played an active role at the Rockfish Senior Center and was a member of Wintergreen Christian Church., She is survived by a son, William "Gale" Thompson and Linda of Beech Grove; a daughter, Sue Lawhorne and Joe of Nellysford; two brothers, Massie E. Hughes and Joyce of Afton and David R. Hughes of Waynesboro; two sisters, Elizabeth Woodson of Nellysford and Gladys Herring and Kenny of Afton; grandchildren, Jonathan Thompson and Cindy and their son, Roman, Dana Hughes and Robb, Christina White and Mike and their children, Chelsey, Michael and Misten, Teri Campbell and her daughter, Tamora, Tommy Lawhorne and Stacy and their children, Katlyn, Liberty and Mason, and Kenny Lawhorne and Shelia and their children, Jackson and Graceann., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John William Thompson; two brothers, William Murckley Hughes and Lewis Hughes; sisters, Pocahontas Newberry and Minnie Truslow; and two infant sisters., The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff at Envoy of Staunton and Southern Care Hospice for all their loving care and kindness shown to their loved one, and to niece, Joan Fox and sister, Gladys Herring for all their love and support., Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at Beech Grove Christian Church by the Reverend Michael Auen and Mr. Robert Mansfield, with burial to follow at Rockfish Valley Baptist Church Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2010, at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home., The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Florence's memory. |
GREEN - Frances M. Nov. 11/2007- Nov. 11/2010 Three years have passed. I still think of the love and the good times we shared. We laugh, we cry, we wipe away the tears. When we reminisce about the years when you were here. We love and miss you so much. Thomas, The Girls & Grandchildren |
Frances M. Moore CHESAPEAKE - Frances M. Moore, 88, passed away at home Nov. 10, 2010. Frances was born April 5, 1922 in Grandy, N.C. She was the daughter of the late Gettis Harris and Ruth Mercer Harris, and her loving stepmother Myra S. Harris. She was the widow of Thomas H. Wilson who died in 1957 and Jarrell R. Moore in 1969. Frances was a lifelong Christian and a 30-year member of Thalia Lynn Baptist Church in Virginia Beach, where she loved her sister members of her Sunday school class taught by Dottie Foster. She was a recent member of Clifton Park Center Baptist Church, Clifton Park, N.Y., and had missed her church family there after returning to Virginia. She was retired from Albert M. Dickson, M.D., Family Practice in Virginia Beach. Frances is survived by her daughter, Cecelia R. Hancock and husband John of Littleton, Colo.; her son, G. Wayne Wilson and wife Donna of Chesapeake; sister Gloria H. Poyner and husband Louis of Water Lilly, N.C. She is also survived by grandson, Wesley Hancock and wife Maria of Seattle; granddaughters, Becky H. Reed and husband Elliot and Lara H. Center and husband Ken of Littleton, Colo., Sara D. Dienemann and husband Dan of Bountiful, Utah, Katie E. Arnold and husband Ryan of Virginia Beach; five great-grandchildren; and many special nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were sisters, Elma H. George, Ruby H. Pierce, Hazel H. Dale; and brother, Gettis Harris Jr. The family is ever grateful for the care, comfort and love given to Frances by her aid and companion, Linda Mitchell. The medical care given by Howard R. Feldman, M.D. and the comfort given by Odyssey Hospice Care. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Haygood United Methodist Chapel, 4713 Haygood Road, Virginia Beach by Pastor Kyle Wall of Atlantic Shores Baptist Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate.org. |
CONWAY - Frank M. III "Monty" Oct. 31, 1972 - Nov. 11, 2006 We loved you, but God loved you best. He took you home, to give you rest. As time passes, day by day Your memory will never fade away. Son, Keimon, Mildred, Alfred Sr. and Family |
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Frederick W. Butt VIRGINIA BEACH - Frederick William "Bill" Butt, 79, passed away Nov. 10, 2010. www.FamilyChoiceFunerals. com. |
George N. Sanders GLADE SPRING, Va. Graveside services for George N. Sanders will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at Mt. Rose Cemetery in Glade Spring with Rev. Paul Griffith officiating. Interment will follow. Those wishing to attend are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 1:45 p.m. Friday. The family requests no flowers and asks that memorial contributions be made to a charity of your choice. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
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Nov 12, 2010 DANVILLE — Goldie Moran Jordan, 94, of 1238 Ferry Road, Danville, died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Riverside Health and Rehab Center. She was born Sept. 7, 1916, in Kingston, W.Va., to George Walter Moran and Binda Hall Moran. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Henry Jordan; a brother, L.D. Moran, and two sisters, Eva M. Turner and Vernell M. Lane, who lived most of their lives in Henry County. Jordan worked at Dan River Mills for 43 years, and she was the oldest member of Sandy Shores Baptist Church. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are a daughter, Gaynelle Jordan Setliff of Danville; two granddaughters; three great-grandchildren; and a niece, nephew, great-nephew, and other family members, including several from Henry County. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Swicegood Funeral Home with the Revs. Billy Scearce and Roy Newton officiating. Burial will be in Danville Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the home of her daughter at 453 Foster Road, Danville. Memorials may be made to Sandy Shores Baptist Church, 200 Parson St., Danville, Va. 24541. |
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Willard H. Goodwin CHESAPEAKE - Willard H. Goodwin, 80, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com ..... |
Harold L. Lockman |
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Horace F. Reed PORTSMOUTH - Horace F. "Jay" Reed, 36, of Holly Hill Lane, passed away Nov. 9, 2010. He was a member of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth. Horace was a 1992 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and received several trophies while participating in the Marching Band. He was also chosen as a participant in Star Search in the late 1980s. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, DaQuan Reed; his loving and caring mother, Regina Randall; his father, Horace F. Minnefield; two sisters, Amanda and Miranda Minnefield; a brother, Anthony Reed; four nieces, two nephews, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Crum and staff. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 3920 Airline Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23321. Steele-Bullock Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Viewing will be today from noon to 7 p.m. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery at 10:45 a.m. Send condolences to www.steelebullockfuneralhomeinc.com. |
HUNTER - Joyce B. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Roses grow in heaven. Lord picked a bunch for us. Place them in our mother's arms and tell her they are from us. Tell her that we love and miss her and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while because remembering her is easy, we do it everyday! There's an ache within our hearts that...will never ever go away. Love and miss you mom. Sweet Pea, Thelma, and Maxine |
In Loving Memory Of Jack Davidson on our 60th wedding anniversary November 12, 1950 Your Smile Though your smile is gone forever, and your hand I cannot touch, I still have many memories of the one I loved so much. Your memory is my Keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart. Sadly missed, but never forgotten. Your loving wife, Virginia |
Jackie Lee Cowan DAMASCUS, Va. A funeral service for Jackie Lee Cowan will be held on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Farris Funeral Chapel with interment services to follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Chris Canter, James Douglas Cowan, Josh Cowan, Matthew Charles Cowan, Travis Cruey, Chris Estep, Bobby M iller, Terry Reabis and Zack Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Donald, Jackie, and Edd Estep, Eddie Ray Matney, Jimmy M oody and David Phillips. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
NEW KENT - James A. Gresham Jr. "Rusty", 87, of New Kent, entered eternal rest Nov. 8, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 3570 King William Ave., West Point, Va. Wilson & Associates' Funeral Service, Richmond, Va., is serving the family. Condolences may be sent to: |
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Mr. James Jackson Jr., of 1503 Winters Hill Circle, Richmond, Va., died life suddenly on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, |
HAMPTON - James M. Blockett Sr., a native of Irma, S.C., and a 60 plus year resident of Hampton, was called from labor to rest; his passage went quietly at home with family by his side, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. As he accepted Christ as his Lord and savior, he was ordered 'Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.' |
Happy Birthday James Owens Sr. November 9, 1944 February 13, 2006 It has been four fast years since you were taken home by the Angels sent for you and we miss you and think about you every day. Love always, Audrey, Children, Grandchildren & Family |
Janann Kathleen Kohl BRISTOL, Va. Janann Kathleen Benn Kohl, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at the Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. Janann was born Aug. 10, 1925, in Dubuque, Iowa, a daughter of the late Raymond Mark and Marie Kintzinger Benn. She was a former resident of Niles, Ill., and had moved to the Bristol area in 1998. Mrs. Kohl was member of Saint Anne Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Kohl; and her son, Raymond Kohl. Survivors include: her daughter, Mary Kohl Douglas and husband Robert; grandchildren, Anne Douglas Johnson and husband David, Theresa Wright and husband Patrick and Catherine Douglas; great-grandchildren, Annie and Aron. A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Kohl will be held Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at 7 p.m. at Saint Anne Catholic Church with Reverend Timothy E. Keeney, celebrant. Entombment and committal services will Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Mountain View Mausoleum, with a procession leaving Saint Anne Catholic Church at 9:45 a.m. The family will receive friends from 5:30 6:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Saint Anne Catholic School, 350 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201; Apple Academy, 301 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201; or Bristol Life Saving Crew, 1601 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201. Online condolences may be registered by visiting |
Special thanks to the staff of The Hidenwood Retirement Center and the staff of the Northampton Convalescent Center, especially her guardian angel, Mary Andrews. |
Jillian Rae Owens BRISTOL, Tenn. Jillian Rae Owens, age 24, passed away on Monday, Nov. 8, 2010, at her residence. She was born April 7, 1986, in Clinton, Md., a daughter of Shirley Sue Payne Owens. Jill had lived in Bristol for the past 11 years. She was a talented writer and was a devoted friend to her family and to her many internet friends throughout the world. Survivors: mother, Shirley Sue Payne Owens; sister, Jessica Michelle Myers; brother, Ronald E. Myers; niece, Dominique; nephew, Damien, Darren, Dillan; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends; her baby, Sprint, a 9-year old gray tabby cat. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, from the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jack Stevens officiating. The family will receive friends from 1-3 prior to the service. Burial will follow in Eastern Heights Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Online condolences may be registered at |
Joan Pulley Wilkinson, of Colonial Heights, Va., beloved wife of William (Bennie) Wilkinson, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, in Richmond., She is survived by two daughters, Cathryn Wilkinson Thompson of Glen Ellyn, Ill., and Cynthia W. Comer of Powhatan; two sons-in-law, Brian Thompson and Mark Comer; two grandchildren, Barbara Christina Comer and Matthew Wilkinson Comer; two sisters, Maxine King (Clay) and Joyce Holzner; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins., The daughter of John Edward and Selma Pulley, she was born in Chesterfield County, Va., was a graduate of Petersburg High School, and a member of Chester United Methodist Church. Mrs. Wilkinson retired as president of Wilkinson Advertising., The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, in Chester United Methodist Church, 12132 Percival St., Chester, with the Rev. Dr. Margaret T. Kutz officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Gifts in her memory may be made to Chester Family YMCA, 3011 W. Hundred Road, Chester, VA 23831. Condolences may be registered at |
BARROW, John D. Jr., 96, died on November 8, 2010 in Richmond. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Ellen W. Barrow. He is survived by his two daughters, Maria Barrow and Jo Ellen Dowdy (Otis); two grandsons, Zach Brittle (Rebecca) and Justin Brittle (Kristin); four great-granddaughters, Abi, Mackenzie, Mari and Reagan; and several loving nieces and nephews. A native of West Virginia, John was a 1936 graduate of Davis and Elkins College and spent his career as a chemist at DuPont. After retirement, he was a dedicated volunteer at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center and Meals on Wheels. He also served on the board of the Capital Area Agency on Aging and MCEF. He was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus and worked with the BeFriender Ministry at Church of the Redeemer. We would like to thank the staff at the Hermitage Westwood and Odyssey Hospice for their loving care of our dad. His remains rest at Bliley's-Central Chapel, 3801 Augusta Avenue, Richmond, where family will receive friends on Thursday, November 11, from 5 to 8 p.m., with a Christian Wake service at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 12, 7 p.m. at Catholic Church of the Redeemer on Meadowbridge Road in Mechanicsville with visitation starting at 6 p.m. Interment will take place on Saturday, November 12, 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery, 1628 Matthews Street, Richmond. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Church of the Redeemer or Meals on Wheels, 1415 Rhoadmiller St., Richmond, Va. 23220. Online condolences can be made at www.blileys.com. |
John Lee Powers CHILHOWIE, Va. John Lee Powers, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, in the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. He was born in Smyth County, Va., on April 6, 1950. He was preceded in death by his father, Glen Powers; one daughter,Tina Powers Holman; and two sisters, Ann Brown and Betty Taylor. He had owned and operated Powers Auction for 34 years and Powers Flea Market for the last five years. John was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by: his wife of 41 years, Doris Crouse Powers; one son, John Aaron Powers, Saltville, Va.; one daughter, Sandy Elledge and husband Mike, Chilhowie; his mother, Reka Mann Powers, Marion; one sister, Sue Woodward and husband Darell, Abingdon, Va.; his grandchildren, Mickey Holman, Luke Elledge, Shalyn Powers, Madison Patrick and Santana Powers, his special granddaughter; several nieces, nephews and loving family and friends also survive. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Sage officiating. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Riverside Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
At sunset on Tuesday, Nov.r 9, 2010, God in his infinite wisdom called from labor to rest out of this beautiful garden of prayer, Deacon John Richard Tucker, of 15608 Providence Road, Prince George, V., He was a native of Prince George County, and was the son of the late Robert and Magnolia Tucker. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deaconess Corrine Macklin Tucker; four brothers, Earl Tucker (Mildred), Thomas Tucker (Alice), Joseph Tucker (Lenora), Robert (Bob) Tucker (Nancy); three sisters, Margaret Harvell (Theodore), Annie Mae Parham (James), Marry Lee Bonner (Deacon Arthur). He was also preceded in death by his in-laws: Deaconess and Deacon Delia Briggs (Junius), Deaconess Elizabeth Truly (the Rev. Morris), Junius Macklin (Pearl), Elnora (Buster)., He is survived by his children: his devoted daughter, Deaconess and Deacon Magnolia Rivers (George), John Robert Tucker (Sheila), and pastor and the Rev. Danny Leo Tucker Sr. (Jacqueline). He was adored by his grandchildren: Harvey Jones Jr., Amber Brown, Danny Leo Tucker Jr., Wayne Peterson, Jonathan Tucker and Taiesha Tucker. He enjoyed the love and adoration of a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. He was also adored by his niece and husband, the Rev. Gregory and Brenda Banks. Special friends were Waverly Truly, the Rev. Bobby Carr, Catherine and Warren Coles., He was born and educated in the Prince George County, Va., school system. He worked for many years in the farming community and he enjoyed raising his garden and driving his tractor. He retired from the Southside Virginia Training Center as a psychiatrist aide. He also worked at the Virginia State University Agricultural Farm. He served as a deacon for many years at the Providence Baptist Church in Prince George, Va. He was an active member of the church as he supported the evening Bible study, he was a member of the male chorus, the Kings Daughter Missionary Circle, The Good Samaritans, and he was superintendent of the Sunday school. He was a member of the Prince George chapter of the NAACP and the Moses Lodge 290, Masonic Lodge. Mr. Tucker served as a role model in the community for children and young people. He was also troop leader and committee member of the Robert E. Lee chapter of the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. Although he only completed the eighth grade, he managed to work as a self-taught auto mechanic and airplane mechanic., Mr. Tucker was best known in the community for his bright smile and his delightful sense of humor. During the time of his declining health he spent several weeks in the hospital and rehabilitation home. The nursing staff expressed their delight in serving Mr. Tucker., The family of Mr. John Richard Tucker expresses their humble appreciation to the doctors and staff at John Randolph Medical Center, Southside Regional Medical Center, Health South Rehabilitation Medical Center, Greenfield Better Living Center, for the loving and compassionate care given to their father during his rehabilitation and care. Mr. Tucker always seemed to have a smile and a humorous disposition for the nurses., The family would like to express their appreciation for loving care given to Mr. Tucker during his prolonged illness in the persons of Lois Scott, Ann Taylor, Cassie Smithson, Carolyn Claiborne, Barbara Ridley, Catherine and Warren Cole, Amos Winfield, Jerome Rivers, and dedicated godchildren, April Myrick, DeAre, Andre, Brittney Folley and parents., The family would like to express their appreciation to the many acts of kindness to local church members, families and friends in the community. This is how people of faith express their love one for another., In conclusion we honor our father today, a man who stood at the Mall in Washington, D.C., and heard the "I have a dream" speech. He was a marcher for civil rights, and he stood among the champions for justice., A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Providence Baptist Church, Prince George. Bishop Marcus Campbell will officiate. A wake will be held 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, from the chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home. Relatives and friends attending the service will assemble 9 a.m. at the residence of his daughter and son-in-law, Magnolia and George Rivers., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to our website, |
John T. Casteen Jr. CHESAPEAKE - John Thomas Casteen Jr., 88, of the 2300 block of Wildwood Road, passed away Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010. A native of Norfolk County, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and was a member of Alliance Church. John worked at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard for 37 years and retired in 1978 as a submarine repair production manager. Survivors include his wife, Irene A. Casteen; three sons, John T. Casteen III and wife Betsy, Timothy E. Casteen and wife Ruth and Dennis P. Casteen and wife Janet; a sister, Doris McClenney; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, in The Alliance Church, Portsmouth by the Rev. Doug Ellenberger, with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is assisting the family with these arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Men's Bible Class at The Alliance Church, 5809 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23701. Also, the family would like to thank the entire staff of Dominion Village, Chesapeake and Heartland Hospice for all their care and support. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com. |
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Carrie R. Jones PORTSMOUTH - Mrs. Carrie R. "Sugar Pie" Jones, 87, of Bold Street, was chosen to be with the Lord Monday, Nov. ..... |
Funeral services for Joseph "JB" Balthrop Jr., of 825 Youngs Ave., Petersburg, will be conducted at noon Saturday from the Tabernacle Baptist Church, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg; Dr. Robert A. Diggs, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Dinwiddie Memorial park. The remains will rest at the church at 10:45 a.m. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 tonight at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
In Loving Memory Of Queen Juanita Denise Sexton Clay July 31, 1938 November 12, 2009 If roses grow in Heaven... Lord please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mother's arms... And tell her they're an anniversary wish from me. Tell her that I love and miss her... And when she turns to smile, ...Place a kiss upon her cheek ...And then hold her for awhile. Let her know remembering her is easy. Because I do it everyday. But there's a deep ache within my heart... ...That will not go away. I miss you so very much Mommy! Always and Forever Loving You, Fern |
The family would like to thank her faithful caregivers Polly, Elaine, Alice and Yvonne and Hospice of Virginia for their loving care. |
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Kenneth E. Taaffe VIRGINIA BEACH - Kenneth Edward Taaffe, 87, died Nov. 10, 2010. Mr. Taaffe, a native of Bloomfield, N.J., retired in 1987 as a sales representative with the Harbison Walker Refractories Company, Pittsburgh, after 34 years of service. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Norfolk, and served as a U.S. Navy officer during World War II and the Korean conflict. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Lilly Hancock "Lee" Taaffe; a daughter, Carol H. Taaffe and husband, Kent B. Johnson Jr. of Norfolk; two sons, Kenneth E. Taaffe Jr. and wife Miriam of Lumberton, N.J., Andrew A. Taaffe and wife Linda of Devon, Pa.; three grandchildren, Jessica Taaffe, Brian Taaffe and Lindsey Taaffe; a brother, George A. Taaffe and wife Ruth of Whippany, N.Y.; and sister-in-law, Helen G. Taaffe of Savannah, Ga. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15, in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Norfolk. The Rev. Scott Hennessy will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 201 St. Paul's Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23510. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is assisting the family. |
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Leona L. Kerrutt CHESAPEAKE - Leona Lynn Kerrutt, four months, passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2010 in a local hospital. She was born in ..... |
Kevin Hill, 54, of Virginia, formerly of Sea Cliff, N.Y., passed away suddenly on Nov. 7, 2010., He is the beloved son of John and Patricia Hill of Bridgeville, Del.; loving brother of Gary (Peggy), Marty (Andrea), James (Teresa) Hill, Evelyn Hill, Mary Ellen Plummer (Tim) and Laura Bremen (James); caring uncle of 13 nieces and nephews; and a friend to all., He spent the last 35 years protecting and serving as a devoted member of fire departments in New York, New Jersey and Virginia, including Roslyn Rescue Fire Company and Sea Cliff Fire Department., Funeral services were private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Prince George Fire Department, Company 1, 6500 Courthouse Road, Prince George, VA 23875, in Kevin's memory. Condolences may be registered at |
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FAULK - Rev. Linwood C. Sr. It has been one year since God saw that you was getting tired, A cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come with Me." I often sit and think of you when I am all alone of warm & loving memories of happy times we had at home. Loving wife, Georgianna |
The family will receive friends at Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews, on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery, Miles, Va. |
Leona L. Kerrutt CHESAPEAKE - Leona Lynn Kerrutt, four months, passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2010 in a local hospital. She was born in Portsmouth and was the daughter of Tamra Leona Clark McMichael and Kolby Birch Edward Kerrutt. She is also survived by her maternal grandparents, Roger Clark of Galesberg, Ill., and Mindy Taschner of Palm Harbor, Fla.; paternal grandparents, Edward and Lisa Kerrutt of Daytona Beach, Fla.; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Chesapeake Chapel, by Chaplain James Pittman. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. before the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made through www.hdoliver.com. |
Lester McCoy Artis COURTLAND - Lester McCoy "Les" Artis of Whitehouse Road passed Nov. 7, 2010 in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. The Southampton County native was born Sept. 7, 1947 to Garnett H. and Pattie Bynum Artis. After 37 years of service, he retired in April 2010 from Dominion Power Corporation. He was a member of Bryant Baptist Church where he served on the Trustee Board and the Usher Board. He was a member of the Lions Club and the Sportsman Association Inc. Lester attended the public schools of Southampton County afterwhich he joined the U.S. Navy. Lester was preceded in death by his father and sister, Cassandra Spruill. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn B. Artis of Portsmouth; three children, Zakia McKensey of Richmond, LaMont Artis and Lester LeShawn Artis of Portsmouth; his mother, Pattie B. Artis; four sisters, Esther Artis, Madline Artis, Lofrandra Lewis of Richmond, and Gloria Harding of Bowie, Md.; six grandchildren; aunts, uncles, a very special aunt, Lurvinia Bynum; nieces, nephews and many other relatives. A celebration of life will be held Monday, Nov. 15, at noon in Bryant Baptist Church, 23375 Bryants Church Road, Courtland, with the pastor, the Rev. Johnnie Lyons delivering the message. Burial is in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 6 p.m. A traditional service with dignity will be conducted by Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Inc., 224 S. Main St., Franklin. Please share your condolences with the family at www.wmjohnsonandsons. com. |
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Louise Faulk With loving memories of you mom and grandma who passed away one year ago today. ~Martha and Rickey Martin and Serena and Richard Mason |
Mable M. Ratliff, Mable M. (Lewis) Ratliff, 83, of Mulberry Street, Waynesboro, departed this life on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia., She was born in Fishersville, Virginia, on September 6, 1927, a daughter of the late Emmett R. Sr. and Lucy H. (Green) Lewis., She was a member of Mount Salem Baptist Church in Staunton, Virginia., She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Herman and George Lewis; six sisters, Frances Darcus, Willa McNeil, Lucy McCauley, Elizabeth Smith, Helen Johnson, and Rosa Gray., Mable is survived by her husband, C.R. Lee Ratliff Sr. of the residence; two children, C.R. Lee Ratliff Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, and Molinda R. Nicholson of Waynesboro, Virginia; two granddaughters, Rhonda M. Nicholson and Phyllis R. Menz and her husband, Scott, all of Fayetteville, North Carolina; four great- grandchildren; one brother, Robert E. Lewis Jr. of Staunton, Virginia; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at Mount Salem Baptist Church at 1015 Stuart Street, Staunton, Virginia. Burial will be at Oaklawn Mausoleums and Memory Gardens., Public viewing will be two hours prior to the service at the church., Professional services provided by McCutcheon's Funeral Home. |
HAMPTON - Margaret Ann Hayslett, 80, widow of Richard H. Hayslett, died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. |
In lieu of flowers, Marianne would have appreciated donations be made to the SPCA Humane Society, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601. |
JONES, Marshall Alvin, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 6, 2010. He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife, Rose Jones; two children, Marcus Jones (Deborah) and Travis Jones; two grandchildren, Demonte Jones and Jasmine Lewis. Funeral service will be held 12 noon Saturday, November 13, 2010 at New Canaan Baptist Church, 4712 Forest Hill Ave., Pastor Louis R. Blakey Jr. officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery. |
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CREECH, Marvin Thomas Tom, you are cherished, adored and remembered on your birthday, November 10. Love forever, Jean |
Mary Frances Rose Mary Frances Rose, 53, formerly of Amherst, departed this life Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Regional Memorial Hospital in Mechanicsville. Born March 9, 1957, in Amherst County, she was the daughter of Frances J. Rose and the late James H. Rose Sr. She joined the St. Marks Baptist Church at a early age. In addition to her mother, she leaves to cherish her memory three loving daughters, Reneca Rose Atkinson, Shemecka R. Cunningham (Shawnn) and Marneshia R. Rose, all of Richmond; three amazing grandchildren, Jabari Atkinson, Darius Jones and Shawnn Cunningham Jr.; three faithful sisters, Linda R. Winfree (Willis), Gloria R. Smith (Gary) and Angela R. Leftwich (Jackie); two wonderful brothers, James H. Rose Jr. (Kim) and Jeffery J. Rose, all of Amherst; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at St. Marks Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Terry officiating. Interment will be private. Her remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends from 7:30 - to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 12, 2010, at Community Funeral Home and other times at the residence of her mother, 115 Aberdeen Lane, Amherst. The cortege will assemble at the residence. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral @aol.com. Community Funeral Home is directing. |
Maynard O. Crawley, Sr. (05-18-33 to 11-11-08) Velma V. Crawley (05-17-32 to 11-12-91) To our parents, whose Entry-Exit-In-Out of life only designed by God. We love you. Your spirits will reside in us forever. Lovingly, your children: Maynard, Lamont, Ricky, Terry, & Alison |
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HARRISON, Michael Edwards, 46, of Silver Spring, Md., died November 4, 2010. Mike was a CPA and avid Autograph Collector. He is survived by his mother, M. Carol Salmon of Goochland, Va.; his father, Horace E. Harrison (Diane) of Alamo, Calif.; his friend, Lester E. "Buzz" Coe Jr. of Goochland, Va.; and his caregiver, David Darrikhuma of Silver Spring, Md. Services will be held Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Norman Funeral Home, 2982 River Road West, Goochland, Va., where family will receive friends at 3 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. Interment at Corinth United Methodist Church will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Corinth United Methodist Church Cemetery Trust Fund, P.O. Box 896, Goochland, Va. 23063. |
He was a man who loved unconditionally. He had an amazing way of bringing happiness to all who knew him. He always had a smile on his face and a quick laugh. He was immeasurably devoted to and loved spending time with his children, his nieces and nephews and a succession of children of his numerous best friends. He always saved the little jobs to do with Travis. He loved to make Morgan laugh. |
Mildred L. Parker PORTSMOUTH - Mildred Lassiter Parker, daughter of Jerome and Mary Bulman, both deceased, and wife of Linwood "Juny" Parker, passed away Nov. 10, 2010 as a result of complications after heart surgery. She was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Donna Lynn. Mile was dearly loved by her family and friends for her cheerful personality and love of fun. A lifelong resident of Portsmouth, she grew up in the Newtown section of Portsmouth. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and retired with 33 years of experience from the Portsmouth Naval Hospital as an executive secretary. She was a member of Western Branch Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband; sisters, June Lassiter Yost of California, Md., and Mary Lassiter Scott of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; niece, Sharon Yost Rhodes and husband Bill of Leonardtown, Md.; a nephew, Dr. Basil O. Yost III and his wife Mary Lynn of Flat Rock, N.C.; niece, Betsy Yost of Richmond, Va., Susan Yost and husband Gary of Cumberland, Va.; nephew, George Scott and wife Carol of Smyrna, Ga.; niece, Denise Scott Curcio of Smyrna; nephew, Dennis Scott and wife Alohalani; and niece, Maryanne Scott Conley and husband Stephen of Bishop, Ga.; special nieces, Linda Dean and Diane Whitley; and numerous great-nieces and -nephews. Also surviving are daughters No. 2, JoAnn Ruffa and Becky Burch, the Parker family, the Hesketh cousins, (Regina, Pete, Shirley, and Tommy Stearns), the Lassiter cousins, (Jill, Anne, Wayne and Virginia) and two special friends, Robert Jones and Ronnie Brame. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 1 p.m. at Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel. The burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6 to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your favorite charity. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome. com. |
Crocker Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.crockerfuneralhome. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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BROWN, Milton B., of Richmond, died November 11, 2010. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
Milton L. Snyder CHESAPEAKE - Milton L. Snyder, 74, passed away Nov. 8, 2010. The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Nov. 12, at the Francis Gay Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. The viewing will begin today with the family receiving friends from 1 to 2 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com. |
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William A. Moon Jr. ROANOKE - The Rev. William A. Moon Jr. of Roanoke, 92, died Nov. 9, 2010. He was born March 2, ..... |
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Frances M. Moore CHESAPEAKE - Frances M. Moore, 88, passed away at home Nov. 10, 2010. Frances was born April 5, 1922 in Grandy, ..... |
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BAILEY, Norma Dennis, 73, died on November 1, 2010 in New Jersey. She is survived by her husband, George T. Bailey Sr. of New Rochelle, N.Y.; sons, Kevin Hobby (Robin), Richard (Felicia) and George T. Bailey Jr. (Susanne); mother, Bessie Prentiss Dennis; and sister, Phyllis D. Aldrich. Remains rest at J. Leroy Charity Funeral Home. Funeral services 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Charles City. Rev. Ellsworth Tait, eulogist. Interment church cemetery. |
Norman F. Rexrode, Norman Franklin Rexrode, 85, of Charlottesville, died on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at home., He was born on March 30, 1925, in Bridgewater, Viginia, the son of the late Frank Elbert Rexrode and Mabel Catherine Miller Rexrode. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Jane K. Rexrode; a daughter, Molly Catherine Koren; three sisters, Cleo Rexrode, Janice Beam and Shirley Critzer; and a brother, Donald Rexrode., Norman was a graduate of Red Hill High School and attended the Jefferson School of Commerce. Following his service in the United States Army during World War II, he worked as Vice President of National Bank and Trust, Manager of H & R Block, and most recently as a self-employed tax preparer., Surviving him are two daughters, Lisa A. Vanderbloemen and her husband, Joseph, of Clearwater, Florida, and Laurie R. Cooke and her husband, Lee, of Charlottesville; a son, Matthew C. Rexrode of Capron; five grandchildren, Michael, Riley, Ashley, Nicholas and Alex; three great-grandchildren, Hannah, Dakota and Allison; a son-in-law, James Koren of Richmond; a sister, Barbara Jean Simmons and her husband, Charles, of Charlottesville; a brother, Joe Rexrode of Charlottesville; two step-sisters, Pauline Radcliffe of Monroe, North Carolina, and Janie Helmer of Indianapolis, Indiana; a step-brother, Ashby Arnette of Georgia; and numerous nieces and nephews., A graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 14, 2010, at the Church of the Brethren Cemetery in Sangerville, Virginia, with the Reverend Charles Simmons officiating., The family will receive friends from 5 until 6 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home. |
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Diane Pollard O'Keeffe VIRGINIA BEACH - Diane Pollard O'Keeffe, 80, went to be with her Lord Nov. 8, 2010, with her family by her ..... |
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Sharon L. Ouellette VIRGINIA BEACH - Sharon Lee Ouellette, 61, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 in Norfolk. Born Dec. 24, 1948, she was ..... |
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Mildred L. Parker PORTSMOUTH - Mildred Lassiter Parker, daughter of Jerome and Mary Bulman, both deceased, and wife of Linwood "Juny" Parker, passed away ..... |
Phillip G. Darden Sr. FRANKLIN - Phillip Gardner "Popcorn" Darden Sr., 64, passed away Nov. 11, 2010 at Sentara Obici Hospital. He was born in Isle of Wight County, a son of the late Elmer and Martha Gardner Darden and was predeceased by six brothers and three sisters. Popcorn was the former assistant chief for the Franklin Fire and Rescue Squad and a former city of Franklin Fire Marshall. He was a retired deputy for the Southampton County Sheriff's Department, was an Army veteran during the Vietnam era and reared as a Baptist. Popcorn was a member of the American Legion Post 73, a member of the Virginia Sheriff's Association, a member of the Suffolk Moose Lodge, and a former president of the Franklin Moose Lodge. A big sports enthusiast, Popcorn was an avid golfer and bowler. He was a member of Beechwood Golf & Country Club, enjoyed the Redskins, Friday night hunt club dinners, and pulled for Phil Mickelson and Dale Jr. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Peggy Baggett Darden; one son, Phillip G. Darden Jr. and wife Heather of Sedley; two grandchildren, Ayden and Emerson Darden; four sisters, Nell Kauss, Lucille Blanchard, Lois Turner and Vicky Leake; two brothers, Cliff and James "Bro" Darden; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at Wright Funeral Home with the Rev. Jim Foreman and the Rev. James Baggett officiating. Interment will follow at Southampton Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home and suggests memorials be made to the , c/o Kathy Worrell, 717 Fairview Drive, Franklin, VA 23851, or Franklin Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 179, Franklin, VA 23851. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. |
HARDING, Phyllis Andrea, 77, died peacefully on November 8, 2010. Known for her singular wit, her intelligence, and her generosity, Phyllis will be greatly missed by her family and the many friends who enjoyed her company during her life. Although born and raised in Minnesota, Phyllis spent most of her adult life in Virginia, including Falls Church, Bedford and Richmond. Her passions included, in no particular order, reading nearly a book a day, listening to opera, a steady supply of coffee, her church, the New York Times crossword puzzle, traveling the world, her three children and four grandchildren, playing bridge and trivia on the internet, and her cat. Phyllis was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence in 1996 and her daughter, Caroline, earlier this year. She is survived by her daughter, Janet Copeland; son, Mark Harding; sons-in-law, Peter Copeland and Rex Scudder; grandsons, Zach and Chris Copeland; and granddaughters, Linnea and Miranda Harding-Scudder. A memorial service will be held Sunday, November 14 at 3 p.m. at The Church of the Epiphany (Episcopal), 8000 Hermitage Road, Richmond. In lieu of flowers, Phyllis requested that donations be made to either the Lamb's Basket Food Pantry of Richmond or the Church of the Epiphany's Lire Parish Support Group to support the building of a permanent church in the village of Lire in the Sudan. |
DYSON, Rubie Jennings, 85, of Powhatan, formerly of Richmond, died on November 10, 2010. She is survived by two sons, Edward R. III and Kenneth E. Dyson, both of Richmond; one daughter, Kendra L. Dyson of Powhatan; four grandchildren, Michael E. Dyson of Chester, Hannah N. Dyson of Richmond, Philip P. and Katherine E. Pepin, both of Powhatan; her sister, Katherine M. Davis of Charlottesville; and one great-grandson, Elias Michael Dyson. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The family suggests that donations be made to The Powhatan County Volunteer Rescue Squad or JamesRiverAssociation.org. |
HAMPTON - Randall A. Anderson, eldest son of Faynetta G. Anderson-Jennings (Curtis) and Jerome L. Anderson (Brenda) was called to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010. |
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Horace F. Reed PORTSMOUTH - Horace F. "Jay" Reed, 36, of Holly Hill Lane, passed away Nov. 9, 2010. He was a member of ..... |
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Roy L. Condrey VIRGINIA BEACH - Roy Lee Condrey, 78, passed away Nov. 8, 2010 at his home. A native of Ariton, Ala., Roy retired from the U.S. Navy after 25 years of service on Sept. 30, 1977. He was predeceased by his parents, James Thomas Condrey and Daisy Lee Caldwell; and a son, Willie Womack Jr. Roy leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Nancy Condrey of Virginia Beach; three daughters, Diana Cuffee of Chesapeake, Peggy Hall of Dallas and Angela Gregg of Chesapeake; one son, Michael Womack of Virginia Beach; one brother, Al Lee Condrey of Nashville; four grandchildren, Angel Hall Webb, Lawren Hall, Marie Cuffee and Bruce Cuffee Jr.; and two great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Webb and Eva Webb. A chapel service will be held today at noon in Beach Funeral & Cremation Services Inc. |
Ruby Ann Dye SWORDS CREEK, Va. Mrs. Ruby Ann Dye, age 76, , passed away Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, in an Abingdon, Va., hospital. Born April 21, 1934, in Swords Creek, she was a daughter of the late Jonah and Fonnie Breedlove Dye. A lifelong resident of the area, she attended Mt. Zion Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Douglas Wayne Dye; three brothers, twin brother Robert Dye, Ralph Dye, and James Dye; and two sisters, Janice Whited and Linda Dye. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Russell Dye of the home; two sons, Ricky Allen Dye of the home and Stevie Lee Dye of Raven; one grandson, Joshua Stephen Dye of Raven; four sisters, Mary Sue Perkins and husband, Hurley and Shirley Dye Hubbard, all of Swords Creek, Ruth Jeanette Stinson and husband, Carles of Honaker, and Betty Robinette of Doran; one brother, Hurley Dye and wife, Darlene of Swords Creek; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Virgil Musick and Rev. David Perkins officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Online condolences may be made at |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Ruby Garrett passed away Nov. 9, 2010. Altmeyer Funeral Home will be conducting the services at 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, Va. Condolences can be made at |
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Nov 12, 2010 The graveside service for Ruby Massey Cockram, 84, of Bassett, who died Nov. 8, 2010, was held Thursday at Ross-Harbour United Methodist Church cemetery with Pastor Bob Sowder officiating. Pallbearers were grandsons Scott Weaver, Eric Cardwell, Michael Weaver, Noel Cockram, Lee Weaver, Gabriel Cardwell and Joshua Cockram. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett handled arrangements. |
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Nov 12, 2010 The funeral for Ruth Brooks Minter, 89, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 8, 2010, was held Thursday at Bassett Funeral Service with Elders David P. Minter Sr., Larry Smith and John David Minter officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Earl Clayton, Carl Martin, Donald Turner, Brian Everette, Gary Riddle and Todd Vaughn. |
A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, in the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home chapel by the Rev. Ernest L. Gardner III. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
CAUDELL, Sharon T., 62, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Caudell was a former Emergency Room Tech with MCV Medical Center and Southside Regional Medical Center, and worked as an assistant for her husband's podiatry practice. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Richard Lee Caudell; a son, Vincent E. Neatrour of Colonial Heights; two daughters, Shelly Neatrour McGee and husband, Michael, of Chesterfield, and Stephanie Neatrour Watson and husband, Lee, of Powhatan; two stepdaughters, Wendy Holland and husband, Jody, of Virginia Beach, and Leslie Butler and husband, Jason, of Mattoon, Illinois; three grandsons, Brady and Travis McGee, and Mason Holland; a brother, Robert Mingloski Jr. of Colonial Heights; a sister, Sandra Wrenn of Prince George; numerous nieces and nephews, and her devoted pets. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 15, 2010 in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to , Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 75265-0309. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
Sammie L. Hill 12/20/1948 - 11/6/2005 He lives with us in memory, and will forevermore. Five years ago, on this sad day, the one we loved was called away. Your memory to us is a keepsake, with which we will never part. Though God has you in His keeping, we always have you in our hearts. Love Always, Rose, Moon, Karen, Calvin, Miles and Sam |
Saveras H. Savvides VIRGINIA BEACH - Saveras Haralambou Savvides, known to friends and family as "Steve" and "Papou," passed away Nov. 10, 2010 in his home with his family in Virginia Beach. He was born April 11, 1922 in Famagusta, Cyprus. He immigrated to the United States in 1948. He was a resort businessman for many years. He enjoyed his garden, fig trees, and pomegranates. He was most proud of his grandsons and granddaughter: Peter R. Anoia, Saveras A. Anoia, and Dorothy K. Savvides. Steve is survived by his wife of 54 years, Anthoula P. Savvides; daughter, Helen S. Anoia and her husband Richard P. Anoia; daughter, Antigoni A. Savvides; son, Harry S. Savvides; his aforementioned grandchildren; Pamela K. McKean, mother of Dorothy K.; brother, Michael Char. Savvides; nephews, Stelios Karayiannis and Chris Paphitis. He has extended family remaining in Cyprus and London, England. Steve has many friends in the community, and he loved very much as lifelong friends, Harry and Emily Simmons, and their family. A church service will be conducted at 11 a.m. today at The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral by the Rev. Fr. Constantine P. Rogakos, Ph.D., Priest. The reception will follow the church service and the burial will take place at 2 p.m. in Princess Anne Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is in charge. |
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Edna Lee Sears VIRGINIA BEACH - Edna Lee Sears of the 1200 block of Skylark Drive, passed away in her daughter's home Sunday, Nov. ..... |
Sharon L. Ouellette VIRGINIA BEACH - Sharon Lee Ouellette, 61, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 in Norfolk. Born Dec. 24, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Lora Raumaker. Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Bob Ouellette; two sons, Al Ouellette and his wife Kristine of Virginia Beach and Robbie Ouellette and his wife Kelly of Knotts Island, N.C.; one surviving daughter, Mickey and her husband Van of Nicholasville, Ky.; two sisters and one brother, Fay Raumaker, Debbie Arredondo and Gordon Raumaker, all of San Antonio, Texas; six grandchildren, Hanna, Kacie, Tyler, Sara, Dustin, Mason; and one great-granddaughter, Marley; along with several nieces and nephews. A private family gathering will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Sharon may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate. Online condolences may be made at www.FamilyChoiceFunerals.com. |
Sharon T. Caudell, 62, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at her residence., Mrs. Caudell was a former Emergency Room tech with MCV Medical Center and Southside Regional Medical Center, and worked as an assistant for her husband's podiatry practice., She is survived by her husband, Dr. Richard Lee Caudell; a son, Vincent E. Neatrour of Colonial Heights; two daughters, Shelly Neatrour McGee and husband, Michael, of Chesterfield, and Stephanie Neatrour Watson and husband, Lee, of Powhatan; two stepdaughters, Wendy Holland and husband, Jody, of Virginia Beach, and Leslie Butler and husband, Jason, of Mattoon, Ill.; three grandsons, Brady and Travis McGee, and Mason Holland; a brother, Robert Mingloski Jr. of Colonial Heights; a sister, Sandra Wrenn of Prince George; numerous nieces and nephews; and her devoted pets., A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to , Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. Condolences may be registered at |
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Shirley Rose Branham Brannen Shirley Rose Branham Brannen, 64, of Amherst, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at Fairmont Crossing. Shirley was born Jan. 10, 1946, in Amherst, a daughter of the late Cora Hamilton Branham and the late Lucian Branham. Shirley is survived by her daughters, Florence Duff and her husband, Kent, of Amherst, and Rose Kerri Payne, of Canada; her son, James Tolley, of Maryland; her grandchildren, Robert Duff, Tabitha Burks and her husband, Danny, and Cody Duff, all of Amherst; her great-grandson, Coy Burks, of Amherst; her brother, Branch Branham, of Big Island; and her sister, Juanita Wright, of Waynesboro. In addition to her parents, Shirley is predeceased by her son, Michael Eugene Tolley; her daughter, Cora Edna Buchanan; her sister, Cora Rice; and her brothers, Gene Branham, Andrew H. Branham and Delmar L. Branham. The family will hold a private memorial service. Memorial contributions in Shirley's memory may be made to the Cancer Care Fund Foundation, 1901 Atherholt Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. |
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Milton L. Snyder CHESAPEAKE - Milton L. Snyder, 74, passed away Nov. 8, 2010. The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Nov. ..... |
Stewart A. Deem CHESAPEAKE - Stewart Arthur Deem, 95, passed away Nov. 10, 2010 with friends and loved ones by his side at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. He was born July 9, 1915 and was fond of saying "I'm ninety-five plus." A native of Mineral Wells, W.Va., he was the son of the late Washington L. and Frances Holland Deem. He was also predeceased by five brothers, six sisters and stepmother, Roxie Deem. He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Oda Burdette Deem; half brother, Basil Deem of California; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Deem retired from the U.S. Government Naval Rework Facility, NAS, after 34 years. He enjoyed gardening and sharing his vegetables with neighbors and friends. He loved animals and loved raising goats and pigs for some time. His furry white poodle, Sunday, will miss him. He was a member of Deep Creek Baptist Church and active Mason for 62 years. Mr. Deem was a past master of Naomi Lodge No. 87; past commander Grice Commandery No. 16; past High Priest of Royal Arch Chapter No. 1; past patron Westminister Chapter No. 99, OES; district instructor of work 35A for 53 years; and past district deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia 35A. He also held honorary memberships in Ruth Lodge, Charles T. Morton Lodge and Victory Daylight Lodge. Mr. Deem was a vivacious people-person, who particularly enjoyed visiting with his friends over the past few months. A special thanks to the staff and doctors of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center for their excellent care and compassion they showed him during the past few weeks. A service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Norfolk Masonic Temple, 7001 Granby St., Norfolk, officiated by the Rev. Larry Ryals. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park, in the Masonic Garden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Deep Creek Baptist Church Building Fund or the Grand Lodge of Virginia. You may pay condolences to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com. |
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Anna M. Swanson VIRGINIA BEACH - Anna Moore Swanson, 89, of the 700 block of London Bridge Road passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. ..... |
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Kenneth E. Taaffe VIRGINIA BEACH - Kenneth Edward Taaffe, 87, died Nov. 10, 2010. Mr. Taaffe, a native of Bloomfield, N.J., retired in 1987 ..... |
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Thelma Shortridge Joyce RICHLANDS, Va. Mrs. Thelma Shortridge Joyce, age 93,passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. Born Oct. 6, 1917, in Richlands, she was the daughter of the late Henery and Sarah Buress Shortridge. She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, English Joyce; special son-in-law, Lawrence Wyatt; granddaughter, Anglia D. Nuckles; five brothers; and four sisters. She is survived by two daughters, Shirley Wyatt of Groveport, Ohio, and Rosemary Nuckles and husband John H. of Minooka, Ill.; one son, Gene A. Joyce and wife Patricia of Richlands; one sister, May G. O'Byrne of Fredericksburg, Va.; one brother, Robert "Bobby" Shortridge and wife Nellie of Flushing, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Gethsemane Baptist Church at Richlands, with Rev. James Denton officiating. Pallbearers will be Larry Wyatt, Patrick Wyatt, Todd Wyatt, Barry Reed, Benjamin Wyatt and Nathan Whitt. Honorary pallbearer will be Jacob Stokes. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. on Saturday at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to |
ANDREWS - In memory of Theodore R. Andrews, Sr., "Your memories remain near in spirit long after you are gone. They are sweet proof of such love that will always live on. " Love, your wife, Wilma & son, Theodore Jr. |
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Vernon L. Roop BRISTOL, Tenn. Vernon L. Roop, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at his residence. Vernon was born Dec. 16, 1934, in Floyd County, Va., a son of the late Dalton L. and Lena Manna Roop. He had lived in the Bristol area, for the past 50 years, where he had retired from the Moore's Potato Chip plant. Mr. Roop was U.S., veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Minros Meredith Roop; and a daughter, Deborah Lee Roop. Survivors include: his son, Tim Roop; sister, Betty Lou Million; step-sister, Peggy Lancaster. The funeral service for Mr. Roop will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at the graveside, in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Rev. Frank Osborne officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Online condolences may by registered by visiting |
Virginia Douglas Maupin, 75, of Charlottesville, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., Virginia was born on November 1, 1935, in Greenville, Virginia, a daughter of the late William Landis and Janie Camden Landis., She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Allen Maupin., Virginia is survived by three daughters, Corene Virginia Naylor of Albemarle County, June Juanita Ferguson of Stafford and Vinnie Marie Vawter of Louisa; two sons-in-law, David Naylor and Harold Vawter; one brother, Thomas Landis of Baltimore, Maryland; one sister, Annie Shifflett of Stanardsville; five grandchildren, Chris Naylor, Eric Naylor, Taylor Ferguson, Jason Vawter and Tiffany Vawter; two great-grandchildren, Evan and E.J. Naylor; and many other family members and friends., Virginia loved flowers, gardening and was passionate about her pets. Her family was very important to her. She will be greatly missed., A private graveside service will be held at a later date., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Virginia Elizabeth McGetrick, Virginia Elizabeth McGetrick passed away on Monday, November 8, 2010, from cancer., She was born on August 23, 1946, in Plainfield, New Jersey to the late Russell Norman Britton and late Jacquelyn Houston Britton., She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Martin J. McGetrick; her daughter, Nancy E. Brizendine and her husband, Carroll, of Montpelier; her son, Bradley Houston McGetrick and his wife, Mary Katherine, of Richmond; and the lights of her life, three grandchildren, Patrick Leland Brizendine, Thomas Houston and Caroline Marie McGetrick., She was predeceased by her littlest angel, Mary Evelyn McGetrick., She is also survived by two sisters, Geraldine S. Britton and Patricia M. Britton Loeser; and five terrific nephews., Since moving to Madison County full time in 1974, she and her family have been blessed by so many wonderful friends and neighbors who have enriched their lives, and certainly have been so supportive of the family while going through Ginny's journey. Ginny could not have done without the amazing support of Marty, Nancy and Brad, who have been the focus of her life., Ginny asks that in lieu of flowers that you give to the charity of your choice to help others in need in Madison County., Visitation will be at Preddy's Funeral Home in Madison from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, November 11, 2010., The funeral will be 1 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2010, at Madison Presbyterian Church with burial following at Criglersville Shiloh Cemetery. |
Virginia's body will be cremated after a private family service on Friday, Nov. 19, at the Virginia Cremation Society in Richmond. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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GATES, Wade Elmo Jr., 80, of Henrico, passed away November 10, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mildred "Mickey" C. Gates; two daughters, Linda Guinn and husband, Ed Guinn, Kathy Schomo and husband, Rick Schomo; four grandchildren, Callie Armstrong, Ashley Davis, Erica Sickles, Brent Schomo; two great-grandchildren, Joshua and Jenna Armstrong. Mr. Gates retired as manager from the Richmond Branch American Tobacco Company after 40 years of service and coached at Tuckahoe Little League for 25 years. He was a longtime member of Welborne United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 13, at Welborne UMC at 11 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Welborne UMC, 920 Maybury Dr., Richmond, Va. 23229. Arrangements by Woody Funeral Home. |
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Lucille T. Wall VIRGINIA BEACH - Lucille Taylor Jarrett Wall, 86, went to her heavenly home Nov. 11, 2010. The angels rejoiced as she ..... |
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Virginia H. Wampler VIRGINIA BEACH - Virginia Anne Harmon Wampler, 61, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2010. She was born in Lexington, S.C., the daughter ..... |
GREEN - Wendell L. It seems like only yesterday that you were here with me. Today it has been a year since you said good-bye. I miss you so much and you will be always & forever in my heart. Love, Carolyn |
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Annie B. Whitehurst NORFOLK - Annie B. Whitehurst, 64, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010. She was born to the ..... |
Wilbur L. Johnson, Wilbur L. Johnson, 81, of East Main Street, Waynesboro, departed this life on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at his residence., Lewis Funeral Home of Waynesboro is in charge of arrangements. |
He was born on July 27, 1918, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Walter Tell Gloor and Hedwig Louise Walther Gloor., He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Walter Ervin Gloor and Mark Gloor., Mr. Gloor graduated from Glenville High School and received his BSME and MSME degrees from Case School of Applied Science. He was a specialist in weighing systems and materials testing equipment with five patents issued. He formed Gloor Inc. in 1972, to provide Product Development Service. In 1979, a patent for a three-thread fabric loom was issued., He was a lecturer in Machine Design, Author, Registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts and Connecticut, and member of ASME, ASTM and Sigma Xi. He served on church and civic committees in his home locations in Chagrin Falls and Aurora, Ohio, Stamford and Norwalk, Connecticut, Sudbury, Massachusetts, and Berwyn, Pennsylvania., He was a member of Olivet Presbyterian Church., Surviving him are his wife, Dorothy Sandridge Gloor of Charlottesville; a daughter, Catherine Duane Gloor Simmons and her husband, Victor, of El Cajon, California; three grandsons, Mark Wayne Simmons and his wife, Catherine, Travis Shaw Simmons, and Jeremy Victor Tell Simmons and his wife, Ashley; and five great-grandchildren, Gail Simmons, Jesse Simmons, Austin Simmons, Connor Simmons and Katelyn Simmons., A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2010, at the Olivet Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Albert Connette officiating. Interment will precede the service at the Mount Moriah United Methodist Church Cemetery in Whitehall., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Case Alumni Association, Case Western Reserve University, 10605 Chester Avenue, Suite 309, Cleveland, OH 44106. |
Willard H. Goodwin CHESAPEAKE - Willard H. Goodwin, 80, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com. |
William A. Moon Jr. ROANOKE - The Rev. William A. Moon Jr. of Roanoke, 92, died Nov. 9, 2010. He was born March 2, 1918 in Spout Spring, Va., the son of William Archer Moon Sr. and Mattie Martin Moon. He attended Ferrum College, Randolph Macon College, and Candler School of Theology, Emory University. He was a member and ordained elder of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church since 1946, retiring in 1983. During his career he served the following appointments: Halifax, Moneta, Gretna, Peakland, Franktown- Johnsons, Charity, Luray, Cokesbury, Fairmount Park and Forest Road. Survivors include his wife, Wise Spigner Moon; a daughter, Margaret W. Moon and her husband John J. Davies III of Culpeper; three sons, the Rev. William A. Moon III and his wife Ann of Arcadia, La., Dr. Edward T. Moon and his longtime companion Joseph G. Gallo of Norristown, Pa., Charles S. Moon and his wife Nancy of Lorton, Va. Other survivors include his brother, Roy A. Moon; his sister, Margaret A. Moon; grandchildren, Emily M. Brownlee, William A. Moon IV and David A. Moon; four great-grandchildren, a nephew, a niece and numerous cousins. Services will be held at Fort Hill United Methodist Church, Lynchburg, Va., Saturday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Moon Endowment for Christian Ministries, Ferrum College, Ferrum, VA 24088; the Samaritan Fund of the Roanoke United Methodist Home, 1009 Old Country Club Road, Roanoke, VA 24017; or Fort Hill United Methodist Church, 106 Oakridge Boulevard, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, (540) 362-1237. |
William Dodson, 86, of Madison, died on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at his residence., He was born on August 11, 1924, in Nethers Mill, Madison County, the son of the late James "Buck" Albert Dodson and Claudia Blanche Nicholson Dodson and husband of the late Mabel McCoy Berry Dodson., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 14, 2010, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel with interment at Madison Memorial Gardens conducted by Pastor Ray Berry., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010, at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Rapidan, P.O. Box 1715, Culpeper, VA 22701. |
William A. Moon, Jr. The Rev. William A. Moon Jr., of Roanoke, 92, died Nov. 9, 2010. He was born March 2, 1918, in Spout Spring, the son of William Archer Moon Sr. and Mattie Martin Moon. He attended Ferrum College, Randolph Macon College and Candler School of Theology, Emory University. He was a member and ordained elder of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church since 1946, retiring in 1983. During his career, he served the following appointments: Halifax, Moneta, Gretna, Peakland, Franktown-Johnsons, Charity, Luray, Cokesbury, Fairmount Park and Forest Road. Survivors include his wife, Wise Spigner Moon; a daughter, Margaret W. Moon and her husband, John J. Davies III, of Culpeper; and three sons, the Rev. William A. Moon III and his wife, Ann of Arcadia, La., Dr. Edward T. Moon and his longtime companion, Joseph G. Gallo, of Norristown, Pa., and Charles S. Moon and his wife, Nancy, of Lorton. Other survivors include his brother, Roy A. Moon; his sister, Margaret A. Moon; grandchildren, Emily M. Brownlee, William A. Moon IV and David A. Moon; four great-grandchildren; a nephew; a niece; and numerous cousins. Services will be held at Fort Hill United Methodist Church, Lynchburg, at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Moon Endowment for Christian Ministries, Ferrum College, Ferrum, VA 24088; the Samaritan Fund of the Roanoke United Methodist Home, 1009 Old Country Club Road, Roanoke, VA 24017; or Fort Hill United Methodist Church, 106 Oakridge Blvd., Lynchburg, VA 24502. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, (540) 362-1237. |
William Wesley Dodson William Wesley Dodson, age 86, of Madison died Thursday, November 11, 2010 at his residence. He was born August 11, 1924 in Nethers Mill, Madison County. Mr. Dodson was the son of the late James "Buck" Albert Dodson and Claudia Blanche Nicholson Dodson and husband of the late Mabel McCoy Berry Dodson. He is also preceded in death by four sisters, Frances Thorpe, Ethel Beeler, Flossie Beahm and Dorothy Clatterbuck and a grandson, David Allen Dodson., Mr. Dodson was a, Navy Veteran., He is survived by three daughters, Jean Morris and husband, Scott of Orange, Margaret Hensley and husband, Luke of Strasburg, Diane Harper and husband, Mitch of Culpeper; four sons, Michie Dodson and wife, Jeannie of Brightwood, Shorty Dodson and wife, Tiny of Madison, Bobby Dodson and wife, Patsy of Brightwood, Slick Dodson and wife, Rhonda of Brightwood; two brothers, Henry L. Dodson and wife, Virginia of Oak Park, Robert Dodson and wife, Gladys of Culpeper; a sister, Mary Gallihugh and husband, Bob of Orange; eighteen grandchildren and twenty two great-grandchildren., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Madison Memorial Gardens conducted by Pastor Ray Berry. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home., A special thanks to the Hospice of the Rapidan, America Plus, Chanel Hammer, Diana Madison, Rita Bennett, Kim Hurt and a special angel, Maggie Corbin. We would also like to thank two special companions that visited everyday, Billy Nicholson and Junior Weakley., Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Rapidan, P.O. Box 1715, Culpeper, VA 22701. Arrangements by Preddy Funeral Home of Madison. |
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Nov 12, 2010 The graveside service for Wilmer June "Whimpy" Jones Sr., 73, of Fieldale, who died Nov. 9, 2010, was held Thursday at Roselawn Burial Park with Pastor Mike Dyer officiating. Military honors were by 1st Sgt. Fred Lewis, Sgt. Mitchell Quincy and Spc. Robert Ricketts of the Virginia Army National Guard Military Funeral Honors Team. Pallbearers were Scott White, Glen Turner, Jerry Tawney, Steve Perry and J.D. Harmon. In addition to those previously listed, Jones was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy Lynn Jones; and a son, Kenneth Wayne Jones. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett handled arrangements. |
Zahi T. Rihani Zahi T. Rihani, age 74, of Manassas, passed away November 9th, 2010 at his home after a lengthy illness., Born February 7th, 1936 in Nazareth, Palestine, he was the son of the late Tamim and Nayfeh Saffouri Rihani. On August 15th, 1971 in Lebanon, he married the former Nuha Saffouri, who survives., Mr. Rihani was a professor at the Havagomian College in Lebanon, and later worked in the Education Department of American University of Beirut (AUB). He has authored over 9 science books for which he was recognized and awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Minister of Education of Lebanon. Zahi was also a member of the Arabic Baptist Church of Manassas., Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother Ghassan Rihani. Surviving besides his beloved wife of 39 years, Nuha Rihani of Manassas, are one daughter, Dana Rihani, also of Manassas; one son, Rudy Rihani and his wife Jessica of Falls Church; one sister, Najawa Rihani of Jordan; one brother, Marwan Rihani and his wife Nadine of Knoxville, Tenn.; and two grandchildren, Alexander and Zack Rihani of Falls Church., A celebration of Zahi's life will be held on Saturday, November 13th, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Baker-Post Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 10001 Nokesville Road Manassas, with Pastor Sam Sadek officiating., Interment will be private and take place at a later date., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may take the form of a donation to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Baker-Post Funeral Home & Cremation Center, under the direction of Michael Post. Please sign the guestbook |
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