AlBurnice "A.B." Call Evans MARION, Va. AlBurnice "A.B." Call Evans, age 86, passed away on Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at her son's home surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Rich Valley, Va., to the late John and Jennie Call. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Marvin "Cart" Evans; infant child, Danny Darrell Evans; and a granddaughter, Lisa Evans. She had retired from Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute after many years of service as a nurse's aide. Survivors include her children, Ruth Tilley, Mountain City, Tenn., Carson and Freda Evans, Tazewell, Va., Harold Evans, Maryland, Wayne and Vanessa Evans, Marion, Dartty and Kathy Evans, Marion, Dallas and Rachel Evans, Marion, Janie and Dale Goble, Marion, Richard and Roxane Evans, Marion, Helen and Don Taylor, Chilhowie, Va., and David Evans, Marion; 27 grandchildren, to include a special granddaughter, Sheri Shelton; numerous great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to express a special thanks to her daughter-in-law, Roxane Evans, and Hospice of Southwest Virginia for the care given to Mrs. Evans. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011 from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Walker's Creek Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at |
Mrs. Alberta Hines of 159 Slagle Lake Road, Emporia, died Friday afternoon, Jan. 7, 2011, at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital, Richmond. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Alonzo Etheridge Jr. NORFOLK - Alonzo Etheridge Jr., 79, of the 700 block of Forbes St., passed away Jan. 5, 2011. He was born to the late Alonzo Sr. and Etheil. He is survived by two sons, Michael (Darlene) of Virginia Beach, Marvin (Sandra) of Portsmouth; one daughter, Clover Jackson (Thomas) of Philadelphia; five grandchildren; three great-grandsons; two brothers, William and Icellia Etheridge of Virginia Beach; three sisters, Golethia Woodhouse, Inez (Charles) Moody and Elizabeth (Robert) Ziegler, all of Virginia Beach; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, at New Hope Baptist Church, 395 Old Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, with burial in Roosevelt Memorial Park. A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday in Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., Norfolk. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday. |
CLARKE, Andrew Scott April 3, 1990 - January 7, 2008 We love and miss you! Mom, Dad, Eric, Lauren, Mawmaw, Grand, Nannie & Papa |
CARROLLTON - Angel Louise Ellis, 25, of Carrollton, Va., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at Riverside Convalescent Center. |
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Anna Belle Mahaffey Anna Belle Mahaffey, age 91, passed away Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born May 7, 1919 to the late John Edward Hinkle and Vesta Mae Rice Hinkle. She was retired from Imperial Reading and a lifelong member of Cold Springs Presbyterian Church in Bristol Tennessee. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, James E. Mahaffey, in April of 2005; by three sisters, Kate Hayes, Carmen Christian, and Alice Carrier; and by two brothers, Jessie Hinkle and George Hinkle. Left to cherish her memory are her children, sons, David L. Mahaffey and wife, Linda, James E. Mahaffey Jr. and wife, Joan; daughters, Lois Voyles, Earlene Lowe and husband, Jack, and Linda Kinkead and husband, Allen; brothers, Jerry Hinkle and wife, Arlene, and Edward Hinkle Jr. and wife, Bobbi; sister, Mary Lynn Leonard; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and special friend, Junior Barr. Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, from the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Doug LaPointe officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-4 prior to the service. Entombment will be in the Glenwood Mausoleum at 11 a.m. on Monday. Pallbearers will be Mark Lowe, Stephen Lowe, Jeff Mahaffey, Allen Voyles, Mike Voyles, Carl Edwards, James Rumley, and Jeff Voyles. The family would like to say a special thanks to the staff of NHC in Johnson City, Tenn., for their loving care, prayers, and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cold Spring Presbyterian Church Membership Fund, 280 Cold Springs Rd., Bristol TN 37620, or to the , 508 Princeton Road, Suite 102, Johnson City, TN 37601-1723. Online condolences may be registered at |
Annabelle Emmett Chandler Annabelle Emmett Chandler, 74, of Appomattox, died at Lynchburg General Hospital, Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. She was the wife of the late James Harrison Chandler. Born in Greeneville, Tenn., Jan. 23, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Essie Malone and John Emmett. She was a member of the Appomattox P.H. Church, and a retired employee of Courtland Manufacturing Co. She is survived by a son, James Emmett Chandler and his wife Kathleen, of Denton Tex.; one daughter Diane Lucero, of Appomattox; three brothers, John Emmett, of Lynchburg, Billy D. Emmett, of Appomattox, and Maynard Emmett, of Greeneville, Tenn.; one sister, Rose Lee Bailey, of Rocky Mount, N.C.; four grandchildren, Michael Lucero, Misty Partello, Jonathan Chandler, and Jessica Chandler; five great-grand-children, Brandon Lucero, Collin Partello, Chandler Partello, Isabella, Aiden Rhodes. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, at Robinson Funeral Home by the Rev. Ken Lawhorne. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, Greeneville, Tenn. Those wishing to make memorial gifts please consider the , 1030 Oakville Rd. Appomattox, VA 24522, or the Appomattox P.H. Church, PO Box 1086 Appomattox, VA 24522. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family and an online condolence may be sent at www.robinsonfuneral.com |
Anne Hume Nash Risher, 89, died Thursday, January 6, 2011, at her residence., She was born February 8, 1921, in Norfolk., She moved to Charlottesville at an early age and considered Charlottesville her home until moving to Lynchburg in 1950., Anne attended local and private schools in Charlottesville and graduated from Saint Margaret's School in Tappahannock. During World War II, she was active in the Red Cross. She also worked in a munitions plant in Radford., After World War II, Anne became President of the University League, now the Junior League of Charlottesville. While President, she founded "The Opportunity Shop". It was a success from the start. The shop receives donated clothes and sells them to the public, with proceeds going to deserving charities., On April 10, 1948, she married John Calhoun Risher; they moved to Lynchburg in 1950. Soon after coming to Lynchburg, Anne was made chairman of the Cot Committee, an organization that helped low income patients obtain hospital admission. She was a member of the Florence Crittendon Board for many years. When the Lynchburg General Hospital moved to its present location, she and a group of ladies founded the Lynchburg General Hospital Womens' Auxilliary. She was a member of Saint John's Episcopal Church., She is survived by her husband, John Risher; her daughter, Alice Risher Painter and son-in-law James W. Painter, of Los Alamos, New Mexico., Anne also had three granddaughters, Lauren Painter, Amy Albright and her husband, Ian, and Anne Corbin and her husband, Aaron; and five great-grandchildren, Eliana, Teana, and Lacy Albright, and Daniel and Jonas Corbin., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 10, 2011. at Saint John's Episcopal Church, 200 Boston Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. |
Annie Ruth Hale White VIRGINIA BEACH - Annie Ruth White passed away Jan. 5, 2011 in Virginia Beach at the age of 96. At the time of death, Annie was a resident of Atlantic Shores Retirement Community on Dam Neck Road. Annie Ruth White, born Dec. 27, 1914, was the eldest child of Ernest Buel Hale and Cora Parker Hale of Connaritsa, N.C. She was the widow of Willard A. White (1914 - 1989). Annie Ruth was preceded in death by her daughter, Marolyn Lou Huneycutt (1941 - 1991) of Jackson, Tenn. Left to cherish and celebrate her memory are her daughter, Kay White Paluch of Chesterton, Mo.; and her son, Dr. Willard E. White of Oak Park, Ill. She is also survived by three brothers, James Hale, E. B. Hale and Dana Hale; four grandchildren, Leah Kathryn Maeding, Roger A. Huneycutt, Matthew Paluch and William Paluch; and one great-grandson, Tyler Jae Huneycutt. Annie Ruth married Willard White in 1938 and began a long phase of life as part of the Hampton Roads community, first as residents of Norfolk County and then in 1946 to their farm on Indian River Road in Princess Anne County. The place that many remember as the center of family life was later developed as Indian River Farms. Annie Ruth and Willard served the community primarily through Salem Methodist Church where she gave generously of her time and talents as a volunteer, especially through the Methodist Women. Other activities included garden clubs and the historical society. At age 50, Annie Ruth became a floral designer at Edith Hugo Florist in Norfolk until she retired at age 70. She will be remembered by all who knew her for her unfailing sense of style, her devotion to friends and family, and especially her gifts as a cook and popular hostess. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 4889 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. A funeral is scheduled at the funeral home Monday, Jan. 10, at 2 p.m. Following the service, all attendees are invited to a reception at the Atlantic Shores Clubhouse, 1200 Atlantic Shores Drive, Virginia Beach. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to a favorite charity in memory of Annie Ruth White. |
GORDON, Antoine Cornell May 31, 1989 - January 6, 2008 Gone to soon. Always loved. Always missed. Granny, Aunts, Uncles & Cousins |
ANTOINE CORNELL GORDON The best brother, son, and friend. We miss you more and more each day. Love Mom and Alexis |
BAREFORD, Arnold A., 79, of Tappahannock, died Thursday, January 6, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ryland and Dorothy Bareford; and his brother, Bobby. Arnold is survived by his wife, Barbara Brizendine Bareford; two daughters, Debbie Herrington, Cindy Gibson and her husband, Mickey; two brothers, Walter and Donald Ray Bareford; two sisters, Betty Frank and Mary Alice Mitchell; two grandsons, Matthew Tignor and his wife, Tiffany, and Cole Herrington; and one great-granddaughter, Georgia Herrington. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011 in Howerton Baptist Church, with the Reverend Chris Campbell officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. today at the Marks-Bristow Funeral Home, Tappahannock. Arnold was a member and honorary deacon of Howerton Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Howerton Baptist Church Building Fund, 3875 Essex Mill Rd., Dunnsville, Va. 22454. |
Audrey Lee "Poochie" Wheeler Montano Audrey Lee "Poochie" Wheeler Montano 67, of Bedford died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at the Lynchburg General Hospital. She was born Nov. 10, 1943, in Bedford, Va. A daughter of the late John Edward Wheeler and Gladys C. Wheeler. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen "Kitty" Dooley. She is survived by husband Leonard "Lenny" Montano; two sons, Timothy Montano and girlfriend, Connie Haun and Monte Montano; one daughter Christy Montano Martin and husband, Scott; two grandchildren, Corey Montano and Montana Rae Martin, all of Bedford; two sisters, Nancy Robertson and husband, Garland; Pauline Zimmerman; one brother Butch Wheeler and wife, Sandy, all of Bedford; special friends, Brenda Gardner, Linda Witt, Nancy Dooley, and Connie England. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 9221 Forest Hill Road, Richmond, Va. 23235 Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, at Tharp Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Ray T. Lyons officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 tol 9 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, (540) 586-3443. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome. com. |
GRIMES, Barbara Happy Birthday, Mom, gone but not forgotten. We love you. Greg, Neecee, Mervin, Shawn Nessie & grandkids |
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Harold Balk ROCKVILLE - Harold Balk, U.S. Navy retired, 78, of Rockville, Va., passed away Dec. 22, 2010. He is survived by his wife ..... |
BEARD BARBARA GREEN BEARD Dec. 30, 1943 - Jan. 2, 2002 We love you and miss you. Your family |
Beatrice Virginia Simpson Ashley, 93, of James Lane, Lovingston, died on Thursday, January 6, 2011, at The Cedars Nursing Home in Charlottesville., She was born July 28, 1917, in Nelson County, a daughter of the late Eddie Randolph Simpson and Alma Ruth Wood Simpson., In addition to her parents, her husband, James Patrick Ashley; and sister, Elsie S. Norvelle., She was a faithful and dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church in Lovingston, a retired employee of Uniroyal of Scottsville with 28 years of service., She is survived by two sons, Ray L. Ashley and his wife, Kitty, of Afton, and Rodger E. Ashley and his wife, Stevie, of Lovingston; a sister, Lillian Spencer of Lovingston; four grandchildren, Steven R. Ashley, Julie A. Pannell, Roderick D. Ashley, and Janet A. Bragg; seven great-grandchildren, Josh, Alexis, Ashley, Kaitlyn, Jade, Amber, and Brian; two great-great-grandchildren, Bryson and Sarah; and three step-great-grandchildren, Gerald, Tiffinay, and Jennifer., A funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church in Lovingston, with the Reverend Donald H. Harvey and the Reverend John P. Campbell officiating., Interment will follow in the Ridgecrest Cemetery, Lovingston, Virginia., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Nelson County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 44, Faber, VA 22938., The family wishes to thank the entire staff of The Cedars for their loving and tender care of Mrs. Ashley., Arrangements by Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel, Lovingston, Virginia, 434-263-4097. |
Bertha Elizabeth Powers BEE, Va. Funeral services for Bertha Elizabeth Powers will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Grady McGlothlin, the Rev. Giles Ball, and the Rev. Andrew Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be David Stevens, Dustin Tiller, Goebel Stevens, Harold Hackney, Pat Barrett, and Leck Ray. Mrs. Bertha Elizabeth Powers, age 93, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Online condolences may be made at |
Bessie-Meade Drake, 98, of Petersburg, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home Petersburg chapel is serving the family. |
Betty H. Herron, Betty Ann (Hicks) Herron, a resident of Waynesboro, died on Friday, January 7, 2011, at Birch Gardens., McDow Funeral Home is handling arrangements. |
Betty Jane Graham Maiden BRISTOL, Va. A memorial service for Betty Jane Graham Maiden will be conducted Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Alan Chapman officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-3:45 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be registered at |
She is survived by her loving children, Barbara and John Coats, Doug and Beth Carroll and Bobby and Fran Carroll; her grandchildren, Mike, Jenny, David, Niki, Jenny, Kemper, Dwayne, Connie, Laura, Sean, Lisa, Jason, Brandy, Katie, Jamie, Mathew, Joey, Amy, Ashley, Adam; and 19 great-grandchildren. |
Blanche L. Whitley SUFFOLK - Blanche Elizabeth Levinson Whitley, 61, went to be with the Lord Jan. 6, 2011. She was born in North Carolina, moved to Portsmouth at an early age, then moved to Suffolk, which was her home. Mrs. Whitley was predeceased by her parents, Martin and Mary Baggett Levinson and a sister, Lona Holland. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 27 years, Jimmy Whitley; three children, Cindy Madray, Adrian Simmons and Donna Turner and husband Perry Turner Jr.; and seven grandchildren, Henry "HC," Mandy, Chris, Destinee, Billy "JR" Tre and Ben. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, at Wright Funeral Home with the Rev. David Dillon officiating. Interment will follow in Southampton Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at the funeral home and suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 5349 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. |
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Remembering.... David L. Burton Dave left his family, friends and the Little Theatre of Norfolk two years ago today. ..... |
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Carl Clifton Flowers HAMPTON - Carl Clifton Flowers Jr. passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, in the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton. His family would like any contributions to be made in his memory to the Animal Aid Society, 8 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 to honor his love of animals. |
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NEWPORT NEWS - On Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, Carlon E. Evans quietly and peacefully answered her Fathers call to come home. A native of Surry County, she was a graduate of Surry High School. |
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FITZ - Charles Kenneth "Peanut" Jr. Remembering you on your 40th birthday. Missing and loving you! Ma & Family |
Charlie R. Darden WINDSOR - Mr. Charlie Roy Darden of Courthouse Highway, passed Jan. 4, 2011. The Southampton County native was born May 16, 1916 to the late Willie Everett and Annie Williams. He served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1945. In 1974, Mr. Darden retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation. He is survived by his devoted wife, Maxine C. Darden and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. A celebration of life will be held at noon Tuesday, Jan. 11, at Bright Lilly Disciples Church of Christ, 27167 Bishop Poquoson Road, Newsoms, Va., with pastor, Elder Mary Stephens delivering the eulogy. The interment will be in Mount Tabor Church Cemetery. On the day of service, his remains will be placed in church for viewing by 10:30 a.m. The family will assemble at the funeral home for the processionby 11:15 a.m. A traditional service with dignity will be conducted by Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home Inc., 224 South Main St., Franklin. Please share your condolences with the family at www.wmjohnsonandsons.com |
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Josephine L. Clary WAVERLY - Josephine Lockey Clary, 76, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy ..... |
Claude H. "Bud" McCloud BRISTOL, Va. Claude H. "Bud" McCloud, age 87, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Franklin Woods Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn. He was born in Lebanon, Va., the son of George M. and Sylvia Puckett McCloud. After graduating from Lebanon High School, Bud enlisted in the, Air Corps and was stationed in the South Pacific during World War II. Upon returning home to Virginia, he was employed by the Virginia Department of Highways, where he worked for 45 years. During the later part of his career, he was the resident engineer at the Abingdon Residence office. He was a charter member of Midway Baptist Church, and helped to build the current church. He served as a deacon for over 40 years and was active at the Brumley Cove RA Baptist Camp. He had a special place in his heart for children and was affectionately know as "the candy man" by the children who attended Midway Baptist Church. Bud's sense of humor was well known and he never passed up an opportunity to tell a joke or tease someone. He participated on the Lebanon baseball team and was well respected for his ability to play second base and his aggressive playing style. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, George M. McCloud Jr. and Cecil McCloud; and four sisters, Ruth Orr, Wilma Bostic, Elizabeth Lambert, and Virginia Roark. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Freeda Bartley McCloud; four sons, Michael and wife, Linda, James and wife, Brenda, Danny (Butch) and wife, Barbara, and Jeff and wife, Shannon; three daughters, Susan Griffith and husband, Billy, Liesa Estep and husband, Dan, and Christa Shannon and husband, Casey; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Jim McCloud and wife, Betty; and two sisters, Peggy Page and Betty Jo Coley and husband, David. He is also survived by special friends and neighbors Ron and Joan Harrington, Roger and Peggy Duff and the Midway Baptist church family. The family would like to express a special thank you to the emergency room and ICU staff of Franklin Woods Medical Center for the kindness shown and tender care given to our father. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Midway Baptist Church, Bristol Virginia Funeral services for Bud McCloud will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at Midway Baptist Church in Bristol with Pastor Dexter Terry officiating. Committal services will follow at the Colonial Chapel Mausoleum at Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Deacons of Midway Baptist Church will serve as pallbearers. His grandchildren are his honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at the Chapel at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, Va., near the Virginia Highlands Airport. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
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Regina Mary Clifford NORFOLK - Regina Mary Clifford, the former Regina Gaddis, died at 4:05 p.m. Jan. 6, 2011. She was 84 years old. ..... |
HAMPTON - Mother Constance Mae Douglas was born Aug. 18, 1933, to the late Mr. Lucious Turner and Edna Gaye in Harlem New York. She lived in Meriden, Conn., and Hampton, Va., most of her life. |
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In Loving Memory Of Ossia S. Corprew Sr. (Shorty) January 7, 1925 January 6, 2002 We love you. We will always miss you. Your ..... |
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Elizabeth Costenbader VIRGINIA BEACH - Elizabeth Iglesias Costenbader, 51, died quietly surrounded by her family Thursday afternoon, Jan. 6, 2011, at Sentara Virginia Beach ..... |
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Lisa Cowden VIRGINIA BEACH - Lisa Cowden 47, crossed over Jan. 5, 2011. She leaves behind her sisters, Patricia Sears, Carolyn Bennett, Susan Mullins, ..... |
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CULPEPPER - Daisy We miss and love you. Your family & friends |
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Charlie R. Darden WINDSOR - Mr. Charlie Roy Darden of Courthouse Highway, passed Jan. 4, 2011. The Southampton County native was born May 16, ..... |
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Ethel Daughtery NORFOLK - Ethel Daughtery passed away Dec. 30, 2010. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, is in charge. ..... |
MATHEWS - David Bruce Love, 62, passed away unexpectedly Jan. 6, 2011. He was the son of the late Marion C. Love, Sr. of Elizabeth City, N.C., and the late Virginia Smith Love of Mathews, Va. |
Remembering.... David L. Burton Dave left his family, friends and the Little Theatre of Norfolk two years ago today. |
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Neal David Michael Neal, 62, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at his home. He was a well-known bluegrass musician and performed with many local bands. Survivors include his daughter, Lacy Neal of Chilhowie; his brother, William Neal of Roanoke; his significant other, Lisa Barker, and her daughter, Samantha Robertson, both of Troutdale; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Friday, Jan. 7, at 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with Elder Larry Blevins officiating. The family received friends Friday from 6 p.m. until the time of service at Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at, . Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
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Jan 7, 2011 David Ray "Little Bull" Bullins, 62, of 15 Circle Drive, Martinsville, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Edgewood Manor in Lucasville, Ohio. Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway is handling arrangements. |
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Dorothy Breeden Mench Dorothy Breeden Mench, 87, of Amherst, passed away peacefully Friday, December 24, 2010, at the home of her daughter, Melinda Harlow., She was the wife of the late James F. Mench, who preceded her in death., Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, September 3, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Olmer and Helen Breeden., After the war, she married a fellow World War II veteran, Navy pilot Lt. James F. Mench. In the following years, she had two daughters, Melinda, Joan and a son, James Jr. The family was stationed on numerous military installations, including an overseas stint in Morocco. That posting allowed her to pursue her love of history and travel extensively in Europe and the Mediterranean area. Her husband eventually retired from the Navy and they moved to Orange County., While living in Orange, she was active in the Garden Club, President of the Women's Club, and for a time, was a county reporter for the Charlottesville Daily Progress. She also loved to play bridge and read., She is survived by two daughters, Melinda and her husband, Morgan Harlow, of Amherst, and Joan and her husband, David Clark, of Unionville; a son, James F. Mench Jr. of Long Beach, California; five grandchildren, Alexis, Sydney, Caroline, Katy and Sarah; and two great-granddaughters, Morgan and Hannah., A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2011, at Arlington Nation Cemetery., The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville, Virginia, or to the charity of choice., Hill and Wood Funeral Service of Charlottesville is serving the family. |
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Dorothy Mae Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - A funeral will be held at 12:30 p.m. Monday in St. James Missionary Church, 5724 Providence Road, Virginia Beach. A visitation will be held Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. in Beach Funeral & Cremation Services Inc. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director. |
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Jan 7, 2011 Douglas Michael Dunford, 42, of Bassett, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Stanleytown Health and Rehab Center. Bassett Funeral Service will handle arrangements. |
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Jan 7, 2011 The graveside service for Douglas Wayne Moxley, 62, of Bassett, who died Jan. 5, 2011, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 11 a.m. today in Roselawn Burial Park with the Rev. Don Reynolds officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 to10:45 a.m. at Bassett Funeral Service before going to the cemetery. Moxley was born in Martinsville on Feb. 13, 1948, to Curtis Brooks Moxley Sr. and Effie Moore Moxley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Curtis Brooks Moxley Jr. and Michael Moxley. He retired from Bassett Furniture, where he worked for 28 years. He was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are one sister, Nannie Farmer of Bassett; a brother, Franklin Moxley of Bassett; and two nieces. |
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Jan 7, 2011 The funeral for E. Beverly "E.B." Hawkins, 88, of Martinsville, who died Jan. 2, 2011, was held Thursday at Starling Avenue Baptist Church with the Rev. Susan Spangenberg officiating. Entombment was in the Sanctuary of Hope at Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Phillip Hawkins, Barry Wilson, Rudy Hawkins, Rudy Hawkins Jr., Wayne Wilson, Donnie Wilson and Dwayne Hawkins. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville. |
Elbert Lewis Browley Elbert Lewis Browley, 48, of Forest died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was a former employee of R.R. Donnelley. He is survived by his wife, Jean Rose; three children, Lewis Bryant, April Bryant and Terrence Rose; 3 grandchildren, 3 sisters, Ann Woods (Zeke), Janet Crews, and Nora Taylor; aunts, uncles, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, at Bedford Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Rodney Jackson, eulogist. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Baptist Church cemetery, Bedford. Friends may call the funeral home Sunday after 12 noon. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home. |
Elizabeth Costenbader VIRGINIA BEACH - Elizabeth Iglesias Costenbader, 51, died quietly surrounded by her family Thursday afternoon, Jan. 6, 2011, at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eileen Kelleher Blanchard and grandparents. Elizabeth is survived by her husband, David; her father, Edwin Iglesias; her sisters, Eileen Iglesias, Margaret Iglesias-Dougherty, Claire Iglesias-Loxtercamp; and brother, John Iglesias. Condolences are extended to the Costenbader, Iglesias, Hogan and Lawson families over the tragic loss of a kind, gentle soul. Elizabeth loved her family, her dogs and volunteering. A memorial service will be held at Eastern Shore Chapel, 2020 Laskin Road, at noon today, Jan. 8. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Queen Anne's County (www.hospiceofqueenannes. com/fundraising2.html) and Hope for Life Animal Rescue (www.hopeforliferescue.com) are gratefully encouraged. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, are handling arrangements. |
Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church Denbigh, 3628 Campbell Road, Newport News, Va., at 11 a.m. on Jan. 12, 2011. The interment will follow immediately after the service at Peninsula Memorial Park. Viewing for Mrs. Joseph will be held at Carter Funeral Home, 251 Richneck Road, Newport News, Va., on Jan. 11, 2011, from 7 to 8 p.m. A guestbook is available at |
Emma Sheads Humphreys, Emma Sheads Humphreys, 90, of Crozet, died Wednesday, January 5, 2011., She was born in Rixeyville, Virginia, November 11, 1921, the daughter of the late Woodie W. Sheads and Bula Kines Sheads., She was preceded in death by her husband, John Randolph Humphreys; a sister, Mary K Sheads; and a brother, George W. Sheads., She is survived by one brother, Woodie W. Sheads and Mrytle; of Rixeyville., She retired from Con Agra in February 1982., Family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2011, at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel., A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Crozet United Methodist Church., Interment will follow at Rockgate Cemetery, with the Reverend Doug Forrester officiating., Family suggest that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911., Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
BENNETT, Erna Kranzusch, 82, of Richmond, formerly of Germany, passed away January 7, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Elsine Weiss Kranzusch; and was preceded in death by her husband, Horace E. Bennett; and two brothers, Albert and Hans. Mrs. Bennett leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Laura B. Tate; sons, Dennis (Tammy), Mark and Glenn (Pam); nine grandchildren, Mandy, Matthew and Daniel Tate, Jason, Eric, Michael and Jessica Bennett, Amber Beekman and John Harris; great-grandchildren, Molly, Lucas, Kara, Maddox, Taylor and Chesney; a sister, Annaliese Peckmann; a brother, Hermann Kranzusch (Hannalora); sister-in-law, Cristel Kranzusch; and a brother-in-law, Ernest Bennett. She was a devoted member of Webber Memorial Baptist Church. Her heartlight shined brightest for the children she loved to care for in the church nursery and for the many children she cared for in her home. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull St., where the family will receive friends Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m., and where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday. Interment to follow at Maury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Webber Memorial Baptist Church. |
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Ethel Daughtery NORFOLK - Ethel Daughtery passed away Dec. 30, 2010. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, is in charge. |
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Alonzo Etheridge Jr. NORFOLK - Alonzo Etheridge Jr., 79, of the 700 block of Forbes St., passed away Jan. 5, 2011. He was born ..... |
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Jan 7, 2011 Eva Rachel Akers Prillaman, 87, of Bassett, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Stanleytown Health and Rehab Center. She was born in Franklin County on July 16, 1923, to Clora Alice Stone Akers and Elmer Russell Akers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandsons, Shawn Harrington and Bruce Lee Prillaman; and a sister, Colleen Akers Stone. She attended The Church at Mercy Crossing. Surviving are two daughters, Anne P. Prillaman of Douglasville, Ga., and Brenda P. Church of Bassett; a son, Gerald "Sam" Prillaman of Richmond; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Christine Cahill of Collinsville and Judy Meece of Bassett; five brothers, Franklin Akers of Monroe, N.C., Fred Akers of Martinsville, and Russell Akers, David Akers and Dennis Akers, all of Roanoke; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bassett Funeral Service with the Rev. David Prillaman and Pastor Jimmy Wood officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends an hour before the service Saturday at the funeral home. |
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Carl Clifton Flowers HAMPTON - Carl Clifton Flowers Jr. passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. ..... |
Frank R. Ward VIRGINIA BEACH - "Behold I show you a mystery; we shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed in a moment, in a twinkling of an eye." Frank heard the call and returned to God, Jan. 1, 2011 at Westport Rehabilitation Center in Richmond, Va. We start the new year on a note of renewal, just as Dad would have it. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., April 16, 1917 to the late Willard and Mae Ward, he grew up in New York and Miami Beach, Fla. Frank was an Eagle Scout and was acknowledged by President Woodrow Wilson. He graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. and Columbia University, with a M.S. in chemical engineering. He went on to work on the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, Tenn., and the discovery of nylon at Dupont. In 1956, Frank left the Atomic Energy Commission in Washington, D.C., and moved his family to Lynchburg, Va., where he worked for Babcock and Wilcox and then retired with Kavanaugh Industries in Virginia Beach. His many interests included golf, horse racing and baseball with the Baltimore Orioles being his favorite team. He was a member of the Norfolk and Virginia Beach Sports Club and the Day Lily Society. He loved his flowers. Frank is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan Ward of Virginia Beach; his son and wife Chris and Laurie Ward of Richmond and daughter and husband, Debbie and Rob Roberson of Virginia Beach. Surviving grandchildren are, Megan, Colin, Sean Roberson and wife Kay, Amy Culicerto, Jennie Ward of Virginia Beach, Evan Berry of Richmond and Tara Fudge of Atlanta and his great-grandchildren, Camille, Seamus and Charlotte Roberson, and June Culicerto. He was predeceased by his daughter, Sandy Ward in 2006. A memorial service will be held today, Jan. 8, at the Eastern Shore Chapel in Virginia Beach at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Macular Degeneration Foundation, Box 531313 Henderson, NV 89053. Visitors are welcome following the memorial service at the home of Robert and Debbie Roberson. |
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Gladys C. Martin Gladys Virginia Chrisley Martin, 85, of Max Meadows died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at her home. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. at the River of Life Ministries (Poplar Camp Church of God of Prophecy) with the Rev. Samuel Hall officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery. She was born May 6, 1925, in Wythe County. She was a member of the River of Life Ministries and a retired supervisor for Dublin Garment Co. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Buford Ray Martin; a daughter, Brenda M. Corder; and a grandson, Terence Martin. Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Freida Bonham of Virginia Beach, Linda and Eddie Townley of Bland, and Connie and Curt Lovell of Max Meadows; a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry L. and Barbara Martin of Max Meadows; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two stepgrandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; and special niece, Bonnie Lindamood. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
BALK, Harold, U.S. Navy (Ret.), 78, of Rockville, passed away December 22, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Johnetta White Balk; his daughter, Nora Ward Case and her husband, Gary; his son, Stephen Michael Balk and his wife, Jennifer; his sister, Charlotte Balk; his sister-in-law, Laura Balk; four grandchildren, Andrew, Brust and his wife, Christie, Johnetta Lynn Brust, Stephen Wyatt and Michael Brody Balk. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011 at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the or Bon Secours St. Francis Care Fund. |
Harold Balk ROCKVILLE - Harold Balk, U.S. Navy retired, 78, of Rockville, Va., passed away Dec. 22, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Johnetta White Balk; his daughter, Nora Ward Case and her husband Gary; his son, Stephen Michael Balk and his wife Jennifer; his sister, Charlotte Balk; his sister-in-law, Laura Balk; four grandchildren, Andrew, Brust and his wife Christie, Johnetta Lynn Brust, Stephen Wyatt and Michael Brody Balk. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the or Bon Secours St. Francis Care Fund. |
Hattie Bernice Hamilton, departed this life Saturday, December 25, 2010, after suffering a long illness., She is preceded in death by her parents, Reese and Mattie Hamilton; brother, Cecil Hamilton; sisters, Verdia Ragland and Marion Hicks; niece, Nancy Eccles; and nephews, Bobby and Pete Hamilton., She is survived by a sister, Marie Bryant; and a brother, Warren Hamilton; and a host of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews; as well as life long friend, Margaret Harris., She was a member of the Hinton Avenue Methodist Church for 61 years. Bernice retired from Centel Telephone and was a member of the Pioneers., Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2011, at Holly Memorial Gardens on Seminole Trail, Charlottesville., In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Hinton Avenue Methodist Church, Hospice of the Piedmont, or Hospice of Virginia. |
Helen Grace Cooper Helen Grace Cooper died January 6, 2011 at home in Woodbridge, Va. She was born 1921 in Alexandria, Va., She was the daughter of William and Mabel Waybright. Her husband Thomas P. Cooper Sr., died in March in 2009., She is survived by six children, Thomas P Cooper Jr. and Joyce of Wood-bridge, Jacquelyn Cooper Hurst and Charles of Lake Ridge, Anna Cooper Carroll and Dave of Woodbridge, Donald W. Cooper and Cathy of Catlett, Gerald D. Cooper and Kathryn of Woodbridge and Ronald W. Cooper and Deborah Jo of Dumfries., The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday January 9, 2011 at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home, 9902 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA. The funeral will be Monday 10 a.m. January 10, 2011 with burial at Fairfax Memorial Park. |
Henrietta King VIRGINIA BEACH - Henrietta "Tini" King, 88, of Lake Smith Terrace, passed away Jan. 6, 2011 in her home. A native of Texas, she was the daughter of the late Fletcher and Ella Newsome and the widow of Lt. Col. John W. King, of the 82nd Airborne, whom she married in London in 1944. She was a U.S. Army nurse during World War II. Tini is survived by her two daughters, Suzanne K. Brown of Murfreesboro, N.C., and Katy Emerson and husband Ray of Chesapeake; her son, Mike King and wife Connie of Virginia Beach; three grandsons, David Brown and wife Jeannie, John King and Harrison King; three granddaughters, Amber King, Avery and Ashlee Emerson; and two great-grandchildren, Haley Ryan Brown and Alysa Danielle Emerson. A funeral will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel. The burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
A funeral service for Mr. Hubert Pope Jr. "Mann" will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at Pocahontas Temple Baptist Church, 10234 Branch St., Wakefield, Va., the Rev. Lewis Allen, pastor, officiating. Interment will be at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, in Alberta G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veteran Cemetery, 5310 Milner's Road, Suffolk, Va. Remains will rest at the church one hour prior to service. Viewing will be from 3 to 7 p.m. today at Pocahontas Temple Baptist Church, Wakefield, Va. The family is receiving relatives and friends at the resident of his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. Herman (Diann) Delk, 10800 Roland Road, Petersburg, Va. The family is asking that relatives and friends assemble at 10800 Roland Road, Petersburg,Va., at 1:30 p.m. day of service., Funeral arrangements by T.E. Cooke Overton Funeral Home, 405 Johnson Ave., Suffolk, Va. The Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr., funeral director. |
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BERRY, James David, 53, of Henrico, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2011. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Shirley Berry; sister, Nancy (Bill) Lahocki; nephews, Chris Lahocki, Todd and Troy Berry; niece, Tracy Lahocki. James retired from Philip Morris after 30 years of service. The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 9, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street. A graveside service will be conducted Monday, January 10, at 12 noon at Augusta Memorial Park in Waynesboro, Va. |
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CUFFEE - James P. March 14, 1928 - Jan. 6, 2009 We still love you and miss your wisdom. The Family |
A funeral service for Mr. James Lee Creighton, will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at the chapel of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor of First Baptist Church Harrison Street, Petersburg, will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Ford, Va. The family is asked to assemble at the home of his sister, Mrs. Bessie Jones, 1617 Randolph Ave., Petersburg., Arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. You may visit our website at |
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James N. Robinson PORTSMOUTH - Services for James Nathaniel Robinson will be held at 1 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. |
James A. Nottingham VIRGINIA BEACH - James A. Nottingham, 74, departed this life Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. He was the only child born to the late Agnes Nottingham in Northampton County, Virginia. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley A. Nottingham and grandson, Derrick A. Nottingham Jr. He is survived by two daughters, Denita Jackson (Carlton) and Tawana Nottingham Alston (Timothy); two sons, Dr. Derrick A. Nottingham (Robin) and Steve A. Nottingham (Andrea); a devoted special friend, Aulandrea Harris; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Bank St. Memorial Baptist Church, 7036 Chesapeake Blvd. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday with the family receiving friends from 2 to 3 p.m. in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
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Janice Goodwin Shaffer Janice Goodwin Shaffer, age 69, went to be with her personal Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at UT Medical Center after a six-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Mildred Penley Goodwin; grandparents, George and Pearl Goodwin and Lee and Lottie Penley; and husband, Marvin L. Shaffer. Janice lived most of her life in the Bristol area. She was a manager at the L.M. Berry and Company and later with Sprint for 39 years. Janice was a longtime member of Fellowship Chapel in Bristol Virginia. She loved to serve her family and friends by cooking wonderful meals. She served her church by caring for the young children. She also was an avid supporter of missions. Survivors include son, Jeff S. Ward and wife, Amber, of Knoxville, Tenn.; step-sons, Marty Shaffer and wife, Karen, of Bristol Virginia, and Greg Shaffer and wife, Carol Ann, of Bristol Virginia; grandchildren, Kerrigan and Morgan Ward and Tyler and Jessee Shaffer; stepmother, Frances Goodwin; brothers, Ronald Goodwin and wife, Cindy , Terry Goodwin and wife, Cindy, the Rev. Don Hawkins and wife, Kathy, and Dennis Goodwin and wife, Sheri; sisters, Edna Atler and husband, Jerry, Ann Saddler and husband, Delmer, Barbara Jones and husband, Ralph, Connie Stout, Sandra Baun and husband, Glen, Robin Feathers and husband, Jeff; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral service will be held Jan. 8, 2011, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Scott Price officiating. The entombment will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Glenwood Mausoleum. The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service at Weaver Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Ronald Goodwin, Terry Goodwin, Don Hawkins and Dennis Goodwin. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jeff Feathers, Chris Holmes, Josh Holmes and Daniel Goodwin. The family would like to extend a special thank you to her caregiver, Chandra Edlin. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fellowship Chapel Mission Fund at 201 Crockett St., Bristol, VA 24201. Online condolences may be registered at |
Jean is survived by her sons, Michael Kutsch, daughter-in-law, Linda Kutsch whom Jean considered with great love a daughter; daughters, Judy Higgins and her husband, John, Pam Fahey and her husband, Martin, Nancy Shalvey and her husband, Keith, Amy Mason and her husband, Steve; and son, Andy Kutsch. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. |
CASTANON, Jersey Airah Rain, age three months, lost her courageous battle with heart disease on Tuesday, January 4, 2011. She had endured the first of three surgeries at just 10 days old. Jersey is survived by her loving parents, Genry and Teresa Graham Castanon; siblings, Jaguar, Kiah and Stryder; and grandparents, Ronnie Graham, Lotus Goyne, Maria Cordova and Guillermo Everardo Castanon. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Sunday, January 9, 2011, from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral services will follow on Monday, January 10, 2011 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Jersey Memorial Fund at any Wachovia Bank. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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CUNNINGHAM - In loving memory of Johnita Lynn Cunningham. None knew her but to love her. None named her but in praise. Gregory, John Sr., & Family |
WAVERLY - Josephine Lockey Clary, 76, of Waverly, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. |
Josephine L. Clary WAVERLY - Josephine Lockey Clary, 76, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Franklin Lockey and Lilly Jane Blackmon Lockey; husband, Wesley Thomas Clary; and brothers, Roy Franklin Lockey Jr. and Albert James Lockey. She is survived by her children, Walter A. Gwaltney Jr., Roy C. Gwaltney and Sidney B. Gwaltney; 11 grandchildren, who include, Roy C. Gwaltney Jr. and wife Yvonne and Patricia A. Price and husband Jim; 16 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Pauline Umphlett and husband Bobby and Ann Harrell. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Jan. 8, at the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, at the funeral home with the Rev. Anne Beale officiating. Burial will follow in the Waverly Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Waverly Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 583, Waverly, VA 23890. Condolences may be posted at www.jtmorriss.com. |
Davis (Goodwin), Joyce Always thinking of you, truly missing you. Your children, Helen, Claude, William Jr., Loretta and Jerome |
JOYCE LAMBERT SINGLETON Joyce Lambert Singleton, 81, of Three Creeks Rd., Gladys passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Brookneal. She was the wife of the late Charles E. (Edgie) Singleton Sr. Mrs. Singleton was born in Petersburg, July 11, 1929, a daughter of the late Boston M. Lambert and Odessa Wheeler Lambert. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, a former employee of General Electric and a retired employee of Campbell County School System Department of Transportation. She is survived by, four sons, Jack J. (Linda) Montgomery, of Nathalie, Charles (Frances) Singleton Jr., of Rustburg, Glenn A. (Bonnie) Singleton, of Gladys, Dennis Blake Singleton, of Ft. Dix, N. J.; ten grandchildren, Paige Singleton, Derek Singleton, Kim (Travis) Firebaugh, Kevin (Lisa) Singleton, Tanya (Jesse Jr.) Blankenship, Branden (Nicole) Singleton, Kerri (Jason) Stallings, Chad Montgomery, Shanna Montgomery, Angela Dowdy; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Boston Lambert Jr. and Ralph Lambert both of Rustburg; one sister Barbara Johnson, of Concord. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Grady Lambert, Don Lambert. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Ava Mitchell with interment to follow in Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at Henderson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Brookneal. Memorial contributions may be made to the Citizens Rescue Squad. |
ALLEN - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Julia R. Allen, who passed January 5, 2008. A heart so wonderfully kind, sweetly tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear Mother, that we do not think of you. Daughters: Jean A. Greene, Joyce A. Morrow Grandchildren: Juanne V. Greene, Benjamin H. Morrow and Great-grandchildren. |
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Henrietta King VIRGINIA BEACH - Henrietta "Tini" King, 88, of Lake Smith Terrace, passed away Jan. 6, 2011 in her home. A native of ..... |
Kristin L. Gardner Joyner Kristin L. Gardner Joyner, 61, of Aventon N.C. went to be with the Lord on Jan. 4, 2011. Mrs. Joyner is survived by her husband, Albert and son Michael, both of the home. She is also survived by her daughter, Kimberly Vest (Patrick), of Camden, S.C. as well as her son, Dennis Ridenour (Sherry), of Lynchburg. In addition to her children, she leaves to cherish her memory three grandchildren, Kara, Erik and Sarah all of Camden, S.C. Memorial service is Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011 at her home church in N.C. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Lead Poisoning Help Association Inc., P.O. Box 403, Riverside, NJ 08075. |
Lewis Glover Harvey Lewis Glover Harvey, 78, of Redfields Rd., Appomattox, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Shirley Austin Harvey. Born in Evergreen, on June 6, 1932, he was a son of the late Edward Larkin and Manie Clark Harvey. Lewis was a member of Liberty Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and sang in the choir. He was a US Navy veteran, a retired pattern maker and estimator for the Lynchburg Foundry and a retired AFLAC agent. Lewis sang with the Singing Christians Quartet, the Liberty Strings, was a fiddler for the Falling River Band, and the owner and manager for Harvey's Red Barn Opry. He is survived by four daughters; Linda H. Kidd, Sue Francis and her former husband Steve Francis, Anita H. Hubbard and her husband Robert, of Appomattox, Charlene Mitchell and her husband David, of Red House; one brother, Henry Harvey, of Richmond; four sisters, Nettie Deadman, of Petersburg, Mary Phelps and husband Twyman, Martha Conner and Roberta Mitchell all of Appomattox; six grandchildren, Darin and Cheryl Kidd, Brad and Crystal Kidd, Brandon and Destiny Kidd, Gina Robertson, Robbie and Ashleigh Hubbard; thirteen great-grandchildren, Taylor, Tyler, Wyatt, Riley, Kinley, Bradley, Dylan, Hayley, Cayden, Chloe and Lindsey Kidd, Tye and Jaden Robertson; numerous nieces and nephews, his devoted caregiver Daisy Green, former son-in-law Steve Tanner, and his faithful Chihuahua "Little Bit." He was preceded in death by a brother, James Edward Harvey and a son-in-law, Percy Kidd. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, in Liberty Baptist Church by the Rev. Rusty Small with burial following in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30p.m., today, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at Robinson Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Those wishing to make memorials, please consider a charity of your choice. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family, and an online condolence may be sent at www.robinsonfuneral.com. |
Lucille T. Morse Lucille Toliver Morse, 87, of Lovingston departed this life Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at the Lovingston Health Care Center. Born in Nelson County, Mar. 11, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Charlie and Louise Ann Page Toliver. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lewis Morse "Johnny". She was a member and Deaconess of Little Zion Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories three sons, John E. Morse and William C. Morse (Sinath) all of Charlottesville and Thomas H. Morse (Loretta), of Amherst; three daughters, Mary Loving and Bettye M. Martin (Gerald) all of Arrington and Geneva Martin (Julian), of Charlottesville; one sister, Carrie R. Gaskins, of Lovingston; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other loving relatives and friends. She is also survived by one sister-in-law, Margaret Morse, of Piney River. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by six brothers and one sister, one grandson, William Loving and one great-grandson, Quincy Twitty, a son-in-law, Harry T. Loving and former son-in-law, Gilbert Martin. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011 at Byrum-Parr Funeral with the Rev. Robert Meredith, Officiating and the Rev. Maynard Jones, Eulogist. Burial will follow in Little Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home one hour prior to funeral service. Friends may call other times at the home of her daughter Bettye in Arrington. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Lovingston Health Care Center and Hospice of the Piedmont for the loving care they gave their mother. |
Larry O. Ehrenberg of Crozet, Virginia, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, January 6, 2011, from cancer. He was 64 years old., Larry was born to Paul H. and Dorothy M. Ehrenberg on July 12, 1946, in Baltimore, Maryland, where he grew up and attended school graduating from Edmondson High School in 1965. He joined the Air Force in 1966 and was honorably discharged in 1969., He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Peggy Selvage Ehrenberg; daughter, Erika Ehrenberg Pugh; son-in-law, David Pugh; granddaughters, Kayleah and Lacey Pugh, all of Crozet. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Kenn E. Sweeney and Gregory J. Sweeney of Madison, Wisconsin., Larry was man of simple needs who worked as a carpenter most of his adult life. He loved growing hot peppers, working outdoors, and was quite the artist working in wood as well as pen and ink drawings. He was very proud of his family and always enjoyed his time with them., The family will receive their family of friends at Anderson's Funeral Home, Crozet, from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011., In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to Crozet Park Aquatics and Recreation Center (PARC), P.O. Box 171, Crozet, VA 22932. |
In loving memory of Lawrence A. Bryce Jr. Thinking of you and still missing you. ~Family and Friends |
A Memorial Service will be held at New Life Church at 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7. The Homegoing Celebration will be held noon Saturday at New Life Church. Pastor Arthur Rogers will officiate. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Lillian Foster Grimm GROTTOES, Lillian Foster Grimm, 84, of Grottoes, passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., She was born November 9, 1926, in Kentucky, daughter of the late William and Hazel Shifflette Foster., Mrs. Grimm loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed her dog, Ginger and doing jigsaw puzzles., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John M. Grimm., Survivors include one son, Harold W. Baugher of Grottoes; three daughters, Connie Marie Parker of Weyers Cave, Brenda Sue Bower of Fishersville and Joan E. Grimm of Grottoes; two grandchildren, Charles William Baugher and Tara L. Seay; three great-grandchildren, Kaila Templeton, Austin Seay and Lauren Shenk; two brothers, William Foster of Oregon, and Kenneth Hicks of Kentucky; five sisters, Dorothy M. Ledgar and Helen M. Hoskins, both of Kentucky, Virginia Ward of Ohio, Diane McDonnell of Maryland, and Darlene Messmear of Kentucky., A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, January 10, 2011, at Augusta Memorial Park, with Pastor Bob Johnson officiating., Memorial contributions may be made to the Grottoes Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1187, Grottoes, VA 24441., Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Waynesboro is handling arrangements where there will be no viewing or visitation., The family will receive friends anytime at their homes over the weekend., Family and friends may view the obituary and sign the guest register on line at |
Lisa Cowden VIRGINIA BEACH - Lisa Cowden 47, crossed over Jan. 5, 2011. She leaves behind her sisters, Patricia Sears, Carolyn Bennett, Susan Mullins, nieces Toni, Tracy, Terri Heather, Danielle; nephews, Norman, Robert; and many great-nieces and -nephews. Your passing has left a hole in our hearts. May you have found the peace, love and happiness you desired. A remembrance service will be at a later date. Those wishing to attend contact patricia.sears@hotmail.com. |
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Lloyd F. Fleenor BRISTOL, Va. Lloyd F. Fleenor, age 82, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 6, 2011 at Wellmont Hospice House. He was born in Bristol a son to the late Benjamin and Ollie Ringley Fleenor. Mr. Fleenor was retired from Beecham Laboratories and was a U.S. Army veteran. He served as a deacon at Friendship Baptist Church and was preceded in death by sisters, Eula, Juanita, and Janice; and a great- granddaughter, Adyson Meade. Survivors include wife of 56 years, Joyce Barker Fleenor; daughter, Sandra Bailey and husband, Nick; grandchildren, Angela Odum Meade and husband, David, Nathan Odum and wife,Tatum, Jon Odum and wife, Ashley; sister, Ernestine Hartsock; great grandchildren, Kinley, Ely, and Emerson Meade, Macy and Luke Odum, and Ruby Odum; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at Victory Baptist Church with the Rev. Dennis Burnette and Dr. Austin Cook officiating. Committal service will be held in the Mountain View Mausoleum on Monday at 11 a.m. Honorary pallbearers include deacons at Friendship Baptist Church, Bobby Barker, Douglas Barker, and friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-3:45 p.m. at the church prior to the service. The family would like to say a special thanks to Dr. Roger McSherry, Dr. Forrest Swan, and Dr. Maureen Ross, 4 West nurses and staff at Bristol Regional Medical Center, and nurses and staff at Wellmont Hospice House. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Victory Baptist Church Children's Center and AWANA, Friendship Baptist Church, or the Cancer Outreach Center in Abingdon, Va. Online condolences may be registered at |
Lucille Toliver Morse, 87, of Lovingston, departed this life on Tuesday, January 4, 2011, at the Lovingston Health Care Center., She was born in Nelson County, March 11, 1923, a daughter of the late Charlie and Louise Ann Page Toliver. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lewis Morse "Johnny". She was a member and Deaconess of Little Zion Baptist Church., She leaves to cherish her memories three sons, John E. Morse and William C. Morse (Sinath), all of Charlottesville, and Thomas H. Morse (Loretta) of Amherst; three daughters, Mary Loving and Bettye M. Martin (Gerald), all of Arrington, and Geneva Martin (Julian) of Charlottesville; one sister, Carrie R. Gaskins of Lovingston; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other loving relatives and friends. She is also survived by one sister-in-law, Margaret Morse of Piney River., In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by six brothers; one sister; one grandson, William Loving; one great-grandson, Quincy Twitty; a son-in-law, Harry T. Loving; and former son-in-law, Gilbert Martin., Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, with the Reverend Robert Meredith officiating and the Reverend Maynard Jones, Eulogist. Burial will follow in Little Zion Baptist Church Cemetery., The body will lie in state at the funeral home one hour prior to funeral service., Friends may call other times at the home of her daughter, Bettye in Arrington., The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Lovingston Health Care Center and Hospice of the Piedmont for the loving care they gave their mother. |
ANDERSON - In loving memory of our dear aunt, Malinda Anderson, who passed away three years ago, January 6, 2008. Always remembered. With love, Dorothy, Richard, Carla, Richard Jr. and Pamela |
Mabel Margaret Hill Mabel Margaret Hill, 73, of Rustburg passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at Lynchburg Centra Hospice. Born June 9, 1937 in Salisbury, Md., she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Ethel Guenthur Baker. Mabel was a member of the Rustburg Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by four daughters, one brother, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1291 Bear Creek Road in Rustburg with Morgan Chewning and Thomas Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers those wishing to make a donation in Mabel's behalf are invited to send it to Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of PA, Attn: Treasurer's Office, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11201-2483. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, (434) 239-2405 is in charge of arrangements. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com |
Marcella M. Reid Marcella M. Reid, age 92, of Lake Ridge, Virginia died on January 4, 2011 at Potomac Hospital., Marcy lived a long and rich life as a school teacher, a devoted wife and mother. Born in New York City in 1918, she lived in Brooklyn and on Long Island until 1968 when, with her husband and children, she moved to Virginia. She lived in both Fairfax and Prince William Counties. Marcy is preceded in death by her husband, William F Reid, and will be laid to rest with him at Quantico National Cemetery., Marcy is survived by her daughter Marcy Pustorino and her husband, Ernie with whom she lived; sons Paul and his wife, Betsy; Bill and his wife, Sue; and Anthony and his wife, Sue; ten grand children and one great granddaughter., A service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, VA 22172. The family will receive visitors on Friday, January 7 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA 22192-4222., The family requests no flowers because of allergy concerns. In lieu of flowers a contribution may be made to ACTS (Action in Community Through Service), PO Box 74, Dumfries, VA 22026. |
Margaret "Peggy" McKenna Margaret "Peggy" Elizabeth Mattox McKenna, 87, of Huddleston and formerly of Lynchburg died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Bedford Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family. Born, Feb. 2, 1923, in Huddleston, she was the daughter of the late Nathan Davis Mattox and Margaret Black Balfour Mattox. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Floyd Knight McKenna. Following graduation from Classical High School in Providence, R.I., she received an academic scholarship to Madison College. She left Madison College during WWII when she was called to serve with the Chemical Warfare Service as the Executive Assistant to Colonel Herd, Director of U. S. Army Chemical Warfare Systems. Following the war she and her husband returned to Lexington where he completed his BS at Washington & Lee University. After graduation they moved to Lynchburg where Peggy maintained an active life. As well as being a devoted wife and mother, she took great pride in her seamstress skills benefiting her family and community. Peggy believed the secret to staying young was an active life. She taught swimming and tennis; she also volunteered as a choir mother for 24 years for the children's choir at Westminster Presbyterian Church. She was a member of Mariners Landing Ladies Golf Club where she enjoyed playing golf with her dear friend, Virginia Purdy, until two weeks before her final illness. Peggy is survived by her brother, Dr. Balfour Davis Mattox, of Falls Church; her sister, Ruby Mattox Klutz, of Mooresville, N.C.; three children: Joan Knight McKenna, of Leonardtown, Md., Kathryn McKenna Miller, of Boonsboro, and Cindy McKenna Baldwin and her husband, Harry "Pete", of Huddleston; eleven grandchildren: Camden Mosesmann, Carrie Patterson Toti, Ingrid Taylor, Knight Miller, Autumn Nesbitt, Summer Miller, Jennifer Mackowiak, Grant Burks, Walker Davis Baldwin; Christy Baldwin Johnson, and Debbie Baldwin Howell; and ten great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at Fort Hill Memorial Park, Lynchburg. A celebration of Peggy's life will be conducted at her home church, Patmos United Methodist in Huddleston at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, with The Rev. Dr. Carl H. Douglass Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude's Research Hospital c/o Aplastic Anemia Research ATTN: Memorial, Dept 142, PO Box 1000, Memphis, TN 38148 or Bedford Community Health Foundation, PO Box 1104, Bedford, VA 24523 for patient care at Oakwood Manor. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses, doctors, and staff of Bedford Memorial Hospital, Oakwood Manor, and Runk & Pratt Smith Mountain Lake Retirement Village at Westlake for all their generous care and concern shown to Peggy. With grateful hearts, the family extends thanks to Dr. Daniel Temeles, Dr. Eugene Lowe, and Bedford Hospice Care. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford (540) 586-3443. To send condolences online, please visit www. tharpfuneralhome.com. |
Margaret C. Jones Margaret Carol Jones, 66, of Rural Retreat died on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011. Funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lindsey Funeral Chapel with the Rev. William Wagner officiating. A committal service was held Friday, Jan. 7, at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. She was born July 20, 1944, in Smyth County, daughter of the late Homer Edgar Atwell and the late Edna Virginia Atwell. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill Atwell and Doug Atwell. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Jimmy Jones; her children, Ronald Jones and wife, Karen, Kathy Buck and husband, Tim, and Steve Jones, all of Rural Retreat; a granddaughter, Devan Michelle Buck of Rural Retreat; three sisters, Shirley Gragg of Rural Retreat, Nancy Shupe of Asheboro, N.C., and Sharon Cole of Hickory, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. The family requests that those who prefer may make memorials to the Rural Retreat Emergency Services. Lindsey Funeral Home in Rural Retreat was in charge of the arrangements. |
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Mark Linne Burton, Mark Linne Burton, 59, of Barboursville, passed away peacefully in his home, December 16, 2010., He was born April 27th, 1951, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Clark Decker Burton and Eva May Burton., At Hall's Auto Body, Mark served Charlottesville and surrounding communities as a professional auto body mechanic for over 25 years., During his time off, his athleticism and mastery of the waterways and its vessels was indeed something to behold - as an expert sailor and skier he set the bar for the rest of us. Even in the air, Mark would occasionally surprise neighbors with a fly-over in his powered paraglider in the skies of Albemarle County., Through to the end, the same quality of character he impressed upon his business associates and customers was well known among those closest to him. Mark was a good guy. For all who were fortunate enough to know him, he leaves behind a social legacy of integrity, confidence, and responsibility., He will be missed by close family members, good friends and business associates in Albemarle and surrounding counties., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m.Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Sanctuary 2 of the Covenant Church, 1025 Rio Road East, Charlottesville, VA 22901., Flowers and contributions in memory may be submitted to the Covenant Church, 1025 Rio Road East, Charlottesville, VA 22901. |
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Jackson Mary Sue Jackson, 52, died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon. She attended First Baptist Church in Beaver, W.Va. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Jackson. Survivors include two sons, James N. Rose of Johnson City, Tenn., and Christopher L. Rose of Princeton, W.Va.; four sisters, Betty Cardwell and husband, Elmer C. "Noonie" of Saltville, Patricia Brubaker and husband, Sam, of Bell Buckle, Tenn., Alice Rose of Princeton, W.Va., and Ruby Johnson and husband, Devon, of Roanoke; three brothers, Darrell Rose of Tannersville, Mitch Rose of Hamptonville, N.C., and Gene Rose of Tannersville; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Peggy Ratliff and Angie Bennett, both of Beaver, W.Va. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 6, at D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Ronnie Thompson officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the Crabtree Cemetery in Tannersville. The family received friends Thursday from 6 until 8 p.m. prior to the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made by friends and family toward funeral expenses. Online condolences may be made at, . D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements. |
Maudie Belle Street HONAKER, Va. Mrs. Maudie Belle Street, age 66, passed away Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, in a Bristol Tennessee hospital. Born November 24, 1944 in Russell County, Va., she was a daughter of the late Shade and Myrtie Hess Griffith. A lifelong resident of the area, she was of the Holiness faith. She was a disabled seamstress, having been employed at several of the area sewing factories. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Street; one sister, Sarah Barton; and two brothers-in-law, Doug Bailey and Ezra Barton. Survivors include one daughter, Vickie Stinson and husband, Dwayne, of Honaker; one son, David Street and wife, April, of Honaker; special companion, Michael Hodgins of Honaker; one sister, Judy Bailey of Honaker; four brothers, Silas Griffith and wife, Betty, of Williamsburg, Va., Robert Griffith and wife, Polly, Clarence Griffith and wife, Shirley, and Birchard Griffith and wife, Louise, all of Ohio; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Arnold and Rhonda Street, John L. and Sue Street, Jimmy Lee and Alice Street, Curtis and Tammy Street, Geneva Justus, Anita Justus, and Gracie and N.J. Garrison; and four grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Virginia, with the Rev. Gary Street and the Rev. Darrell Sutherland officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Mike Griffith, Matt Hilton, Rodney Coleman, Jackie Fields, Tim Street, Ronnie Justus, Larry Cole, Randy Street, Johnny Hodgins, and Chris Bailey. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday, where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Burke Hess officiating. Online condolences may be made at |
Maxine L. Twisdale NORFOLK - Maxine L. Twisdale, 69, went to be with the Lord Jan. 6, 2011. She was a member of Bethany Free Will Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her parents, Mildred LaMonica and Howard Lesner. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Charles; daughters, Tammey Etheredge and Catherine Sutherland (James); and son, Bryan Consolvo; daughters-in-heart, Roxie Davis and Michelle Umphlett; sisters, Linda King and Judy Terry (Lambert); and brother, Raymond Lesner; grandchildren, Christopher Etheredge, Joshua Cogsdale, Jason Etheredge and Brooke Consolvo; and one great-grandchild, Arianna Etheredge. A memorial service will be held in Bethany Free Will Baptist Church, 2430 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk, VA 23513 Monday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m. Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to www.altmeyer.com. |
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Jan 7, 2011 The funeral for Michael Leon Holland Sr., 57, of Callands, who died Jan. 2, 2011, was held Thursday at New Life Apostolic Church in Callands. Bishop Charlie Witcher officiated. Burial was in the Holland-Harris family cemetery. Pallbearers were Corey Holland, Darryl Holland Jr., Hakeem Mease, J. Rondell Worrell, Jaimen Holland, Edward Worrell, Leon Tarpley, Anthony Harris and Leroy Harris. Arrangements were by Hairston Funeral Home. |
Michael L. Spizzirri CHESAPEAKE - Services for Michael L. Spizzirri will be held at 11 a.m. today in The Alliance Church, with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. |
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Jan 7, 2011 The funeral for Nancy Marie A. Cassell, 72, of Bassett, who died Jan. 3, 2011, was held Thursday at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville with the Rev. Tim Wood officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Mark Arrington, Ronnie Elliott, Joe Elliott, Keith Elliott, David Kendrick and Chris Nowlin. Bassett Funeral Service handled arrangements. |
BLANKS, Mrs. Nannie Elizabeth Moorefield, of the Providence Community, died January 6, 2011 at Halifax Regional Hospital. She was born in Mecklenburg County on October 21, 1922 and was the daughter of the late Otie and Nannie Elizabeth Moorefield. Mrs. Blanks is survived by her husband of 70 years, Keister M. Blanks; her son, Keister M. "Butch" Blanks Jr. and wife, Pam; her daughter, Carolyn Blanks Slayton and husband, Wayne. Mrs. Blanks is also survived by three grandchildren, Todd M. Blanks and wife, Rae, Kim A. Blanks and Angela P. Slayton-Sargent; three great-grandchildren, Brandon S. Garner, Tyler D. Garner and Nicholas B Sargent; two brothers, Watt Moorefield and wife, June, Wayne Moorefield; and one sister, Mary Ellen "Till" Hall and husband, Gene. She was preceded in death by one brother, Clyde "Bay" Moorefield. Mrs. Blanks was a founding member and first president of the Staunton River Garden Club, president of the Blanks Memorial Foundation, which was instrumental in the restoration of Historic Halifax Church. She was a devoted member and past deacon and elder of Providence Presbyterian Church, where she served as the church historian for over 25 years. She was a retired Title I para-professional of Clover and Scottsburg Elementary Schools. The service and burial will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 9, 2011 at Providence Presbyterian Church. Memorial Contributions may be made to Historic Halifax Church, 5020 Morton's Ferry Road, Nathalie, Va. 24577. Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfunerals.com. Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, Va. |
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James A. Nottingham VIRGINIA BEACH - James A. Nottingham, 74, departed this life Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. He was the only child born to ..... |
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Dorothy Mae Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - A funeral will be held at 12:30 p.m. Monday in St. James Missionary Church, 5724 Providence Road, Virginia ..... |
Pansy Leona Steele BANDY, Va. Mrs. Pansy Leona Steele, age 94, passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a lengthy illness. She was born Aug. 23, 1916, in Canebrake, W.Va., and was the daughter of the late George Vince and Hattie Christian Bandy. Pansy was a lifelong Christian, devoted mother, wife, and grandmother. She was a member of the Bandy Chapel Church, where she served faithfully for 62 years as the church pianist. She was recognized as the church "Mother." Her first love was her love for her God. She was a member of the Red Hat Club and was as avid gardener and had a gift with flowers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Steele; two sons, Vinson Steele and William Steele Jr.; seven siblings, Kathleen Beavers, George Vince Bandy Jr., Bobby Bandy, Janice Reid, Medarae Barnett, Herman Bandy, and Delbert Bandy; and one grandchild, Mark Steele. Survivors are four daughters, Shirley Rust and husband, Robert, of Johnson City, Tenn., Peggy Hawthorne and husband, Bill, of Atlanta, Katye Ramey and husband, Jim ,of Bluefield, Va., Bonnie Niemi and husband, Richard, of Draper, Va.; three sons, Buddy Steele and wife, Joan, of Knoxville, Md., Doug Steele of Cedar Bluff, Va., and Jimmy Steele and wife, Judy, of Bristol Virginia; two daughters-in-law, Linda Steele and Mary Steele of Cedar Bluff; two sisters, Rosa Bell Altizer of Amonate, Va., and Joanne Copeland of Wetumpka, Ala.; two brothers, Bernard Bandy of Baptist Valley, Va., and Bill Bandy of Pounding Mill, Va.; 15 grandchildren, Todd Steele, LaRhonda Lindsey, Shane Steele, Tamitha Durham, Kim Payne, Teresa Reid, Denise Marchigiani, Crystal Frey, Melissa Muir, Anthony Steele, Latisha Steele, Jeff Farmer, Bridgette Brown, Marty Garrett, and Bryant Garrett; 30 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild also survive. Funeral services for Pansy Leona Steele will be conducted Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011. at 2 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Va., with the Rev. Walter Jessee, the Rev. Barry Jessee, and the Rev. Bob Steele officiating. Interment will follow at the Steele Family Cemetery near Bandy. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Bandy, Baylor Guy, the Rev. Max Linkous, Richard Bentley, and Johnny Sparks. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Saturday evening at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at |
WILLIAMSBURG - Paul Franklin Dillon, 87, of the 4700 block of Sanford Arms, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. |
Mrs. Pearlie Elizabeth Birchette, 73, of 94 Union St., Apt. 706, Jersey City, N.J., died on Thursday, Jan. 6. 2011, at the Jersey City Medical Center, N.J., Arrangements to be announced by William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
SMITHFIELD - Pearlie Monette Manning, 79, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at Riverside Convalescent Center. |
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Phyllis Maxine Landes, Phyllis Maxine Landes, 68, of Mechanicsville, widow of Aubrey R. Landes Sr., passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2011., She is survived by son, Aubrey R. Landes Jr.; daughter, Loretta Lynn Halpin and her husband, Michael, both of Waynesboro; four granddaughters, Jennifer and Kayla Landes, and Lindsey and Brianna Halpin; brother, Hubert Hall and his wife, Suzanne; two sisters, Carolyn Howell and her husband, Lester, and Joyce Fisher; and a host of special nieces and nephews., Mrs. Landes was a member of Pole Green Church of Christ., Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2011, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Committal services will be held 1:30 p.m. in Riverview Cemetery, Waynesboro., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pole Green Church of Christ, 8319 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. |
Phyllis S. Shook VIRGINIA BEACH - Phyllis S. "Shu" Shook passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2011. The daughter of Charles and Alice Struse, Shu was born April 23, 1925 and grew up outside Philadelphia in Roxborough, Pa. She graduated from Roxborough High School in 1943 and went on to attend The College of William and Mary where she met her future husband of 56 years, the late Henry Aden Shook. Shu graduated in 1948. Shu was active over the years in many volunteer organizations and was a generous supporter of the arts. She was a member of the Princess Anne Country Club and the First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach. Shu loved music and singing and was an avid tennis player. She also had a great love of travel which took her and Henry to many parts of the world. Together they also enjoyed many winters at Johns' Island in Vero Beach, Fla. Shu is survived by her daughter, Amy Shook-Perez and son-in-law Simon Perez; a son, Marc Shook and daughter-in-law Cynthia; and two grandchildren, Lindsay C. Shook and M. Aden Shook Jr. The family would like to express its deepest appreciation to their mother's caregivers and the entire staff of the The Memory Center for their compassionate support and quality of life provided to Shu. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, at the First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach, 36th Street and Pacific Avenue. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to William and Mary Athletics - Tribe Club, Women's Tennis, P.O. Box 399, Williamsburg, VA 23187. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road, is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.hdoliver.com. |
ATKINS, Ruby P., 89, formerly of Cullen, Va., passed away January 6, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Carter Atkins. She is survived by two sons, Roger J. Atkins Sr. and Donald J. Atkins Sr. and his wife, Lynn; three granddaughters, Lisa Zimmerman and her husband, Bill, Beth Atkins and Kimberly McComb and her husband, John; two grandsons, Donald J. Atkins Jr. and Roger J. Atkins Jr. and his wife, Tammy; and 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Grace Mohr; two brothers, Courtney M. Parsons and his wife, Lena and Fred Parsons. The family thanks Diane Harris, her caregiver of the past 10 years, for her devoted care and love. Ms. Atkins obtained a master's degree in education from Longwood University and committed her entire professional career to public education in Appomattox and Charlotte Counties. She retired as principal at Charlotte Elementary in Charlotte Courthouse. She has lived in Midlothian, Va., near her family for the past 16 years. The family will receive friends at 1:30 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2011 at Oakview Presbyterian Church near Cullen. Funeral services will follow at 2:30 p.m., with burial in the Oakview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Oakview Cemetery Fund in her memory. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, Va., is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to browningduffer.com. |
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Regina Mary Clifford NORFOLK - Regina Mary Clifford, the former Regina Gaddis, died at 4:05 p.m. Jan. 6, 2011. She was 84 years old. A native of New York, Mrs. Clifford attended schools in Eastchester, N.Y., and Charleston, S.C. She graduated from the Barbizon School of Modeling in New York City in 1947. Mrs. Clifford married U.S. Navy Ensign William Clifford in 1948 in Charlotte, N.C., and spent the next 30 years as a Navy wife making many moves and making their home in Hawaii, Italy, France, as well as many ports on both coasts of the United States. Rear Adm. Clifford retired in 1978, and the Cliffords lived in Clearwater and Sun City Center, Fla., for the last 30 years where Mrs. Clifford was an avid golfer. She relocated to Virginia Beach in 2010. She is survived by her two daughters, Deborah Regina Paul of Northport, N.Y., and Susan Elizabeth Collins of Norfolk, as well as two grandchildren, Kristin Harmon and John Rathjen of Virginia Beach. She will be inurned at the U.S. Naval Academy at a later date. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Richard Lee Jackson, 80, passed away suddenly and naturally Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. A service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Denbigh Chapel, Newport News, Va. Services will also be held at Fort Eustis Chapel later this week. Online condolences may be made by visiting |
Richard A. Ward PORTSMOUTH - Richard Albert Ward, 80, of Tyron Place and a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, passed away Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011 in a local hospital. He was born March 25, 1930 to the late Rudolph and Frances Ward. Richard retired from the Ford Motor Plant in Norfolk and enjoyed his hobby of building miniature buildings and sculptures from matchsticks. He is survived by his sister, Jacqueline W. Strobel of Suffolk; two nieces, Janet Bartley of Suffolk and Kathy Triplett and husband Heyward of Portsmouth; a nephew, Douglas McCain of Portsmouth; and seven great-nieces and -nephews. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Gene Primm. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com. |
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Virgil Arthur Rives WINDSOR - Virgil Arthur Rives, 90, died December 29, 2010. Mr. Rives was born in Dinwiddie County Dec. 8, 1920, the ..... |
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Robert Jackson Davis, 67, went to be with God on Wednesday, January 5, 2011., He was a dedicated and loving husband to his wife, Margaret, of 46 years, father and friend to his son, Barry and his wife, Kathy, and granddaughter, Kaitlin, his son, Scott and his girlfriend, Gwenda, and grandson, Parker, and Gwenda's sons, Ricky and Matthew. He is also survived by his step-daughter, Barbara Morris, her children, Theresa, Lisa and Amy and her husband, Roger, and step-son, Larry Snead and his wife, Marie, and their daughter, Tracy; and two sisters, Eleanor Jones of South Carolina and Kathy Jones of Madison, Virginia., He was a faithful and long serving member of Charlottesville Church of the Brethren, retired from R.D. Wade Builders after 32 years of service and will be sorely missed by many close family members and friends., A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, January 10, 2011, at Charlottesville Church of the Brethren with the Reverend Tom Williams officiating. A graveside service will then be conducted in Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends from 3 until 5 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Teague Funeral Home. |
Anderson Robert Seth Anderson, 24, died on Dec. 30, 2010, at home. He always had a big heart and a big smile. He never met a stranger, and he never failed to tell you he loved you. He worked as a pipeline helper and plumber, Local 106 and Fred Badon Plumbing. He was a proud father, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and a good friend. Survivors include his son, Dax Waylon Anderson; his parents, Willis and Bonnie Anderson; sisters, Johnnie Gail Anderson Ardoin and husband, Mike Ardoin, and Brandy Anderson Trahan; grandmother, Kathleen Venable; and several aunts and uncles and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, at Chatham Hill Methodist Church on Mill Dam Road in Rich Valley with Howe Campbell officiating. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville is in charge of arrangements. |
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James N. Robinson PORTSMOUTH - Services for James Nathaniel Robinson will be held at 1 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. ..... |
In Loving Memory Of Rodney G. Dietrich May 23, 1973 January 8, 2002 In my heart, In my soul, You'll be my treasure as I grow old. Love, Pop, Family and Friends |
The family will receive friends on Friday, Jan. 7, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Parklawn–Wood Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Fox Hill Road Baptist Church, 335 Fox Hill Road, in Hampton, on Saturday, Jan. 8, at 1 p.m., with military honors, and officiated by the Rev. Tommy Larson. Interment will be held privately. |
Services of Celebration and remembrance Entrusted to M. E. Fisher Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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Jan 7, 2011 EDEN, N.C. — Ruby Crouch Talbert, 92, of Eden, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Palliative Care and Hospice of Catawba Valley in Newton. She was born in Rockingham County on April 11, 1918, to Robert Giles Crouch and Mary Alice Davis Crouch. In addtion to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Laskey Pue Talbert. She was a member of Sandy Ridge Christian Church. Surviving are six children, Carolyn Thornton of Eden, Linda Woody of Claremont, Iris Dixon of Eden, Oneda Mason of Ferrum, Va., Larry Talbert of Lawrenceville, Ga., and Britt Talbert of Martinsville, Va.; 19 grandchildren; and a number of great and great-great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Fair Funeral Home. Burial will be in Overlook Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. |
BROCKINGTON - Sarah In memory of our mother on her birthday. Happy Birthday! Love, Children |
Benjamin, Sammie Happy Birthday Dad! We love and miss you so much. ~Your Children and Grandchildren |
SARAH "TONI" GILES In loving memory of Toni, a proud and courageous lady. Her sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, cousins, Anthem family and friends thank God for giving us the opportunity to share in her life. We found comfort in knowing "weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning." Psalm 30-5B NIV Love, Alden & Annie |
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Selestene Hunter Denny, 79, formerly of 109 Beckworth Drive, Taylors, S.C., widow of Duane J. Denny, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at the National Healthcare of Mauldin., A native of Arkansas, she was a daughter of the late Velvia Hunter Stallings, a retired employee of Stone Manufacturing and member of Mauldin First Baptist Church., Surviving are three daughters, Debbie O'Barr and her husband, Terry of Taylors, S.C., Sharon Voit and her husband, Reinhard, of Gastonia, N.C., and Janis D. Brown and her husband, Donnie, of Simpsonville, S.C.; four grandchildren, Whitney Abatte, Tracy Mauch, Christopher Voit and Justin Voit, and three great-grandchildren, Andrew Hoffman, Ashley Hoffman and "J.J." Jonathan Mauch Jr., She was also predeceased by a grandchild, Tina Hoffman., Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Mauldin First Baptist Church, conducted by the Rev. Wade Leonard. Entombment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum., The family is at their respective homes. Visitation will be held 6-8 p.m. Saturday at The Wood Mortuary., Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society of Greenville County, 113 Mills Ave., Greenville, S.C. 29605 or the American Lung Association, 84 Villa Road, B-2, Greenville, S.C. 29615., Online condolences may be made to the family at |
The funeral service for Mrs. Shirley A. Goode Parker Edwards will be held noon, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor eulogist. The interment in Dinwiddie Memorial Park., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 11:30 a.m. at the church., The family will assemble 11 a.m. at 1628 Darby Drive, Petersburg, the day of the service and may be contacted by calling (804) 732-7831., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Edwards online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, |
Shirley Ann K. Sloan STATESVILLE - Shirley Ann Kennedy Sloan, 73, of the 100 block of Brookmeade Drive, passed away unexpectedly Jan. 5, 2011 at Davis Regional Medical Center in Statesville. Mrs. Sloan was born July 22, 1937 in Iredell County to the late Archie Marion and Ann Jones Kennedy. Shirley was married to Robert William Sloan at the First Baptist Church of Waukegan, Ill., July 2, 1956. Shirley grew up in Statesville, N.C., graduated from Statesville Senior High School, and attended Boulevard Methodist Church. After marrying in 1956, Shirley, as a Marine Corps wife, lived with her husband Bob and their five children at numerous Marine Corps bases including Camp Lejeune, N.C., Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Va., Marine Corps Auxiliary Air Station, Mojave, Calif., Marine Corps Air Station, New River, N.C., Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Naval Air Station, Washington, D.C., the Great Lakes Navy Base, North Chicago, Ill., and the U.S. Navy Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. After retiring from the U.S. Marine Corps in 1980, Bob and Shirley resided in Virginia Beach for 18 years before moving back to Statesville in 1995. For 26 years, she and her husband co-owned and operated the Bit of England Dart and Game Shoppe in Virginia Beach. Mrs. Sloan enjoyed flower gardening, lake fishing, cross-stitching and playing darts (team captain for four years). She loved her family dearly. She treasured her traveling adventures with her beloved husband and visiting her children and grandchildren. She was at the bedside for the birth of every grandchild. She was the best wife, mother, and grandmother anyone could ever have. Mrs. Sloan was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Harvey Ray Kennedy; and two granddaughters, Sarah Lynne Sizemore and Melissa Ann Sloan. In addition to her husband, Shirley is survived by one son, Randy M. Sloan (Ethel) and four daughters, Patricia Ann Kovacs (Michael), Denise Lynn Sizemore (George), Robin Marie Sloan Gutkin and Donna Kaye Vegoe (Mark). Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, Jessica Ann Philips (Matthew B.), Theresa Michelle Sloan, Erica Jean Sloan, Kennedy Ann Sloan, Christopher George Sizemore, Emily Marie Sizemore, Sloan Alexandra Gutkin, Claire Elisabeth Gutkin, Shelby Ann Vegoe, Kyle McKinley Vegoe, Zachary Daniel Vegoe, Jesse Reece Vegoe, Danielle Rose Kovacs and Eric Michael Kovacs Sr. (Amy); and five great-grandchildren, Hayden Christopher Sizemore, Carter Ted Phillips, Marissa Jane Kovacs, Brionna Nicole Kovacs and Eric Michael Kovacs Jr. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. today, Jan. 8, at Fairview Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Eanes officiating. The family will receive friends today from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church and other times will assemble at the Sloan residence, 115 Brookmeade Drive, Statesville after the services. Active pallbearers will be Michael F. Kovacs, Randy M. Sloan, Mark T. Vegoe, Kyle M. Vegoe, Christopher G. Sizemore, Barry T. Sloan and David R. Sloan. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Fairview Baptist Church, 349 Turnersburg Road, Statesville, NC 28677 and online condolences may be made to www.nicholsonfunerals.com Arrangements are in the care of Nicholson Funeral Home of Statesville. |
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Phyllis S. Shook VIRGINIA BEACH - Phyllis S. "Shu" Shook passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2011. The daughter of Charles and Alice Struse, ..... |
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Thomas C. Baker DAMASCUS, Va. Thomas C. Baker, age 68, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at his residence. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio and had lived in Cincinnati for 27 years prior to moving to Damascus in 1991. He was a veteran of the U.S., during the Vietnam era and was a member of the American Legion Post No. 135 in Damascus. He was a retired electrician from, in Fairfield, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Baker; one son, Thomas Todd Baker of Damascus; one sister, Dolly Winkler of Hamilton; one brother, Charles Baker of Fairfield; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, in the Riverview Chapel at Garrett Funeral Home with Mr. Kenneth Couch Jr., minister, officiating. Military honor rites will be conducted by the Highlands Veterans Honor Guard and the Virginia National Guard Honor Guard. The family will gather and fellowship with friends immediately following the funeral service Sunday at the funeral home until 3:30 p.m. A private entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum in Damascus. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be sent to the American Legion Post No. 135, P.O. Box 860, Damascus, VA 24236. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting |
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Maxine L. Twisdale NORFOLK - Maxine L. Twisdale, 69, went to be with the Lord Jan. 6, 2011. She was a member of Bethany ..... |
Virgil Arthur Rives WINDSOR - Virgil Arthur Rives, 90, died December 29, 2010. Mr. Rives was born in Dinwiddie County Dec. 8, 1920, the son of Sarah Ferguson and Aubrey Tucker Rives, and the stepson of William F. Jordan. He was predeceased by his brothers, Aubrey Tucker Rives Jr. and James Talmadge Rives. He was a lifelong Christian and attended the Methodist church. In 1943, Mr. Rives joined the U.S. Navy. After basic training, he departed from Norfolk on the Destroyer Escort USS Lough. He spent most of his navy time fighting the war in the Pacific. He saw action in the Battle for Leyte Gulf and could tell harrowing tales of Kamikaze attacks. He was honorably discharged in 1946. He returned to Norfolk where he met the "Sunshine of his Life," Ruth Hard. They traveled to her home in Massachusetts to marry Oct. 11, 1947. Afterwards, they lived in Norfolk until he retired from his career at Moon Engineering Co. in 1982. After retirement, Ruth and Virgil lived in Surry County before moving to Windsor. He never forgot the pleasures of his childhood and spent many of his happiest hours hunting in the fields, fishing the local waters, and growing vegetables and flowers to give to his many friends. He was a member of the Jamestown Society and the Union Hunt Club. His memory will live on forever in the hearts of his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; his daughters, Susan Rives McRee, Charlotte Rives Carr and Nancy Rives Lents and their husbands, Griffith, Bill and Mark, respectively; and his grandchildren, Martin Carr, Lindsey Carr, Blair McRee and T.J. Lents. The family wishes to thank the caregivers and friends at Consulate Health Care of Windsor. A funeral will be conducted today, Jan. 8, at 2 p.m. in St. Luke's Church, Smithfield, with internment in the old cemetery immediately after. R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory, 509 W. Washington St., Suffolk is serving the family. It is requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Historic St. Luke's Church, 14477 Benn's Church Blvd., Smithfield, VA 23502 or the Alzheimer's Association , 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23430. Condolences may be registered to the family at www.rwbakerfh.com. |
BULLOCK, W. Murray Jr., peacefully died January 7, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, The Rev. W. Murray Bullock Sr. He is survived by his mother, Bobbe Sue Bullock; three daughters, Lindsay Janson (David), Mary Bullock and Laura Bullock; his son, William Murray Bullock III; two grandsons, Brendan Janson and Harrison Bullock; his granddaughter, Emily Grace Nelson; his loving sister, Lou Ellen Lavender (Mark); three nieces, Morgan, Grace and Margaret Lavender; and his aunt, Betsy James. Murray served with the Henrico Division of Police for 27 years, achieving the rank of Assistant Chief of Police. The family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Church of the Holy Comforter, 4819 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23230. Memorial contributions may be made to Law Sons and Daughters, P.O. Box 38369, Henrico, Va. 23231. Interment private. |
CUMMINGS - Walt 04/05/53 - 01/08/09 We hope you are resting in peace - we still miss you. |
Upon retiring from Vienna, Va., to Ford's Colony in Williamsburg he spent time solving crossword puzzles, coupon clipping, reading, bowling, playing bridge and visiting friends and relatives across the country. Walt was a devoted, giving and caring husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and friend. |
Walter Franklin Washington, April 23, 1931, until December 30, 2010., Walter Franklin Washington, stepped on board "The Old Ship of Zion", Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital., Walter was born at home in Freetown, a small community near Crozet, on April 23, 1931, to Marvin and Helen Mills Washington, both predeceased. Also, preceding him in death was his brother, Mason Washington of Richmond; and sister, Martha "Betty" Washington Jackson of Charlottesville., He is survived by his sister, Margaret W. Porter of Atco, New Jersey. He was educated in the Albemarle County School system and graduated from Albemarle Training School., October 1, 1953, Walter married his "Angel", Anita Delores Wrice, of Yancey Mills. Their 57 year union is blessed with five children, Ceadric L. Washington (Gail Kuehn), of Watonga, Oklahoma, Trustee Ronald D. Washington (Jacqueline M. Washington) of Yancey Mills, Virginia, Zelita R. Washington (Jesse Johnson) of Richmond, Virginia, Deacon Randolph F.W. Washington of Columbia, South Carolina, and Gwynda D. Williams (Dr. Amos C. Williams Jr.) of San Antonio, Texas. A loving son/nephew, James A. Jackson, cherishes his memory. Walter and Anita have 11 grandchildren, Franklin Washington of Charlottesville, Virginia, Clifton Walker of Whiteman AFB, Missouri, Marvin Washington of Arlington, Virginia, Ronald "Lee" Washington of Yancey Mills, Virginia, Christopher O. Washington of Quincy, Massachusetts, Marcus D. Washington of Springfield, Massachusetts, Destiny D. Washington of Watonga, Oklahoma, Christian S. Washington of Columbia, South Carolina, Joshua T. A. Williams and John A. G. Williams, both of San Antonio, Texas, and Maximus J. Washington of Watonga, Oklahoma. They have four great-grandchildren, Tianna Washington of Charlottesville, Virginia, Diamon S., Dejah I. and Adara M. Walker, all of Atlanta, Georgia., Walter also leaves to mourn his loss, sisters-in- law, Ruby Stradford Boston of Yancey Mills, Virginia, and Louise Jones of Chicago, Illinois; Aunt, Magdalene McClenon of Baltimore, Maryland; Uncle, Ellis Jackson of Louisville, Kentucky; and a multitude of close relatives and friends., Walter Washington was employed by Beaumont Juvenile Complex, Greenwood Reality, Albemarle County Public School Transportation Department, Acme Visible Records, Morton Frozen Foods and Richmond Beneficial and Universal Life Insurance Company. Walter retired as a State of Virginia employee from Albemarle/Charlottesville Joint Complex., Walter was very active with Piedmont Baptist Church and the community. He served as a Deacon at Piedmont Baptist Church for close to 40 years and sang with Piedmont's choir for longer than most can remember. Walter served on the Charlottesville/ Albemarle Deacon and Deaconess Council and Youth Division. He served as past President of a Local (AFLCIO) Teamsters Union at Acme Visible Records. He was a member of American Legion and Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW). Walter served faithfully as Secretary of FAAYM Pride of VA 122 Charlottesville, VA Masonic Lodge, where he also earned the distinction of honorary past Worshipful Master. Walter's deep bass voice afforded him singing opportunities with famous groups like The Ink Spots and The Platters. He performed with 88 Keys Wilson, Billy Hearns and a number of "Battle of The Band" local competitions as well as fundraising events for Chihamba's African American Cultural Arts Festival scholarships. His bass singing talent was heard with the Gospel Crusaders, Gospel Uniques and a host of other gospel choirs and groups throughout Virginia and other states. Walter's voice was so loved by many that he was called upon often to render impromptu solos. Walter was honored to serve when his grandsons requested he take on the role of Santa Clause at Western Albemarle High School in early 2000. It was Walter's joy to sing and to serve., Most would agree that in one minute, Walter was a man you had not met before but, he would make you feel like you had been friends forever. That first meeting with Walter Washington would feel like a reunion with an old friend. Walter's smile was warm and inviting, his laughter was infectious, his handshake dependable, listening to his deep baritone/bass voice whether he was talking, telling a story or singing "Tis The Old Ship of Zion", you were mesmerized with spirit, awed with wisdom, and captured with love., Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Saturday January 8, 2011, at Crozet Baptist Church, 5804 Saint George Avenue, Crozet, VA 22932., Interment will follow at Piedmont Baptist Church Cemetery, Yancey Mills, Virginia., Family visitation will be held at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the start of the funeral., Anita and the family extend heart felt wishes of thanks to the excellent team of health care providers at Martha Jefferson Hospital; Dr. Bruce Clements; Dr. Stefan Gorsch and HOPE Center staff; ICU and 6th floor medical staff. We sincerely appreciate all of the acts of love and kindness that you have extended to each of us., Anita and the family request that you make donations to Piedmont Baptist Church Rebuilding Fund, In Memory of Walter F. Washington, P.O. Box 593, Crozet, VA 22932, in lieu of flowers., J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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William Howard Tester BRISTOL, Va. William Howard Tester, 70, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born in Bristol, Virginia on Sept. 4, 1940, a son of the late Paul Tester and Dorothy Gross Tester. He loved to shoot pool and enjoyed the outdoors. Mr. Tester was a loving and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was an active member of Antioch Baptist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Shirley Tester; daughter, Zipporah Rosenbaum and husband, Michael, of Bristol Virginia; three sisters, Jeanette Foster and husband, Jackie, and Frances Durman, both of Piney Flats, Tenn., and Rachel Crusenberry and husband, Donnie, of Charlotte, N.C.; brother, Michael Tester and wife, Joann, of Bristol Virginia; two grandchildren, Emily and Isaac; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 7:45 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011 at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The funeral service will follow at 8 p.m., with the Rev. Donnie Crusenberry officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 2011 in High Point Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting |
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SMITHFIELD - William 'Bill' R. Hood, 70, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Mary Immaculate Hospital. He was a native of the Peninsula and retired to Smithfield in 1998. |
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Glenda F. Williams VIRGINIA BEACH - Glenda Carolyn Feazel Williams, 76, peacefully went to be with her maker Jan. 6, 2011. Glenda was born ..... |
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Shardez L. Wilson NORFOLK - Shardez L. Wilson, 18, of the 2300 block of Wyoming Ave., passed away Jan. 3, 2011 at Sentara Leigh ..... |
Yvonne Gaines Mason, Yvonne Gaines Mason, 88, of Charlottesville, died peacefully on Saturday, January 1, 2011. She was born on March 29, 1922, in Charlotte Country, Virginia., She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, one sister, and her husband, Jesse Mason., She is survived by her nieces and nephews and many friends., Yvonne was lovingly and gratefully employed for many years by the Sigma Phi Fraternity along with her husband, Jesse, as a cook. She was like a family member of the Forrest and Helen Towe family for many years. She played a big role in raising their sons, Darden and Jim., She was a member of Chapter 43, Order of the Eastern Star. After suffering a stroke, she resided at the Cedars for the past few years. Their kindness and care for her is most appreciated as well as the care and compassion of Hospice of the Piedmont. We will all miss her sharp wit and good sense of humor., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 12, 2011, at Oakwood Cemetery, with the Reverend Ellis Hill officiating. |
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