Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Virginia Obituaries 09/16/08

Judith
Barbara Dirkes Adams, 61, of Goodview, Va., died Saturday, September
13, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Smith
Mtn. Lake, 540-721-9375.

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will conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at Gardner
Funeral Home Chapel, with the Reverend Josh Kilbourne and the Reverend
Stanley Hawkins officiating. Interment will follow at Willis Cemetery.
Friends may call at Gardner Funeral Home on Tuesday after 1 p.m. where
the family will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Arrangements are being handled by
Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd.
Andrew
Taylor Ashworth, of Roanoke, Va., went to his final peace on Saturday,
September 13, 2008, after a long and rich life of 93 years. He was born
on November 1, 1914, in Spencer, Va. He served in the Army and Army Air
Corp before the War. During World War II he joined the Navy and was
commissioned a Lieutenant jg. training pilots to fly F4U Corsairs. He
was preceded in death by his parents, Garland and Lilly Ashworth; his
brother, George; sisters, Margaret, Helen and Louise; and his grandson,
Eric Lee…
2 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, in Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707.
BANTLEON,
Agnes Monson, died August 19, 2008. Her family invites all who knew and
loved her to come and celebrate her life at a memorial service at the
Church of God in Ashland this Thursday, September 18 at 7 p.m.
BAYLOR,
Edith Delores Terrell, went home to be with the Lord at an early hour
on September 11, 2008 at her home in Ruther Glen, Va. She leaves to
cherish her memory, seven loving and devoted children, Jerome Baylor of
Sparta, Va., Raymond Baylor (Bessie) of King William, Va., Lillian B
Thornton (Charles), Julia B. Jones (Robert) of Ruther Glen, Va.,
Cecilia B. Messiah (Rev. Carl Messiah) of Fort Washington, Md., Lou
Melvin Baylor Jr., and Teresa L. Vaughn of Ruther Glen, Va.;
daughter-in-law, Marion P.…
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will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White
Gate, with Pastor Jim Conley officiating. Burial in the Mountain Field
Cemetery, Hollybrook. Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday
from 6 to 8 p.m.
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The family will receive guests at 4515 Miarfield Ave. Metropolitan
Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be
offered to the family at
s will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 200,8 at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home in Peterstown, W.Va.
Dorothy
Sadler Campen CHESAPEAKE - Dorothy Sadler Campen, 88, passed away Sept.
14, 2008, in Norfolk. A native of Hobucken, N.C., she was the daughter
of the late Benjamin and Sally Sadler, and the widow of Sherrill Grey
Campen Sr. She was a former member of Hobucken United Methodist Church
in Hobucken. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy C. Gates and
husband Raymond of Virginia Beach; three sons, Sherrill Grey Campen Jr.
of New Bern, N.C., William Brinson Campen and wife Brenda of Chesapeake
and…
CARTER,
Madeline "Nanny" Jordan, 85, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord
September 13, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin
L. Carter, and great-grandson, Jason Franck. She is survived by her
daughter, Carolyn Pride; grand-daughters, Robin Fortier, Melody Franck
and Theresa Starkman and her husband, Martin; great-grandchildren,
Trudy and Jay Wingfield, Brian Fayman, Alishia Fortier, Michelle
Fayman, and Danielle Fortier; great-great-grandchildren, Alexis
Wingfield and Joel…
Lucille
P. Cartin VIRGINIA BEACH - The family of Lucille P. Cartin would like
to thank the staff of Beacon Shores Nursing and Rehab for the caring
and kindness shown to Lucille and family during her illness.
Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, is handling the
arrangements.
Eugene
Boothie Casey Jr., 41, of Florida, and formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed
away Sunday, September 14, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home
and Cremation Service, 540-345-9100.
s will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel, Bassett, Va.
Louise
Knox Castelloe WINDSOR - Louise Knox Castelloe, 88, of the 500 block of
Wakelon Road, died Sept. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at
11 a.m. in Ross Baptist Church. Walker Funeral Home is in charge.
will
be held at St Mary's Church, 2 N. William St., Bridgeville, Del., on
Wednesday at 2 p.m. Expressions of care may be sent to: Episcopal
Relief & Development, P.O. Box 7058 Merrifield, VA 22116-7058
is being held September 18, 2008, at the Discovery Center and Pavilion on Mill Mountain, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
CLAIBORNE,
Mrs. Roberta Beatrice, departed this life on Friday, September 12,
2008, at Memorial Regional Hospital in Mechanicsville, Va. She leaves
to cherish her memory two daughters, Mrs. Joyce C. Streater (Robert)
and Mrs. Derbria C. Morris (Al); three sons, Clarence H. Claiborne
(Sena), Alvin H. Claiborne (Doris) and Ellis H. Claiborne Jr.; two
stepchildren, Frances and George Claiborne; nine grandchildren, Rev. C.
Diane Mosby, Edward and Wayne Greene, Edgar, Monica and Denise
Claiborne, Michelle…
Phyllis
J. Clark, 65, of Chesterfield, passed away on Sept. 14, 2008, at
Southside Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late
Frank C. and Dorothy Tolson Clark. Miss Clark was a member of the
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Colonial Heights. She is survived
by her sisters and brother, Helen C. Gilbert of Richmond, Deborah M.
Clark of Chesterfield, and Robert H. Clark and wife, Sandy, of
Chesterfield; two nieces, Michelle C. Fudala and husband, Brent, of
Frisco, Texas, and Kelly…
Charlie
L. Collins PORTSMOUTH - Charlie L. Collins, 79, of the 3300 block of
Clover Hill Drive, died Sept. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held
Wednesday at noon in Fisher Funeral Home Chapel.
Blake
H. Congleton Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Blake Harrison Congleton Jr., 91,
passed away Sept. 14, 2008. Blake was born Nov. 16, 1916, in
Portsmouth. He was the son of the late Blake Harrison Congleton Sr. and
the late Birdie Hope Congleton. He was predeceased by his first wife,
Dora Eubanks Congleton. He was also predeceased by his half sister,
Thelma Harrell and her two daughters, Phyllis Harrell Bradford and
Norma Harrell Ortt. Blake was a lifetime member of Court Street Baptist
Church, Portsmouth, and…
Thomas
F. Conn, 69, of Troutville, Va., passed away Monday, September 15,
2008. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909.

will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.
2 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, Coyner Springs Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.
CRISP,
George Harding, 87, of Partlow, died Sunday, September 14, 2008 at Mary
Washington Hospital. Mr. Crisp was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and
later became a building inspector for Spotsylvania County. He was a
lifelong farmer. He was a member of the Wallers Baptist Church and
Ruritan Club in Partlow. Survivors include his wife, Edna M. Peggy
Crisp; his son, Donald E. Crisp and his wife, Karen, of Partlow; three
brothers, James Crisp of Colonial Beach, Clarence Crisp and his wife,
Joan, of…
will
be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans
Cemetery by the Rev. Walter C. Hunting with full military honors. The
family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth
Blvd. Chapel, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Margaret K. Davis, 88, of Blacksburg, Va., died Monday, September 15, 2008. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va.
DONAHUE,
Tima Hoy, 88, of Jarratt, widow of Paul J. Donahue, died Friday,
September 12, 2008. Survivors include nephews, Michael Hoy and Tim Hoy;
and nieces, Linda Doughty, Judy Hoy and Sharon Hoy. A graveside funeral
service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at High
Hills Memorial Cemetery, Jarratt, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family
suggests memorial contributions be made to Greensville Volunteer Rescue
Squad or the Jarratt Volunteer Fire Department. Owen Funeral Home is in
charge of…
will
be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is in charge of
arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the
Alzheimer's Association, 20 Interstate Corporate Center, Suite 233,
Norfolk, VA 23502, in memory of her late husband. Condolences may be
offered to the family at
Sep
16, 2008 Edward Steven Palasthy, 85, of 800 Kings Way Road,
Martinsville, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at King’s Grant Health Care.
Norris Funeral Services and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
Sep
16, 2008 Ethel Donovant Rakes Keith, 78, of Ridgeway, died Monday,
Sept. 15, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in
Henry County on Jan. 21, 1930, to James and Ethel Sands Donovant. In
addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, Wilson Rakes; her second husband, Virgle Keith; a stepson,
Edward Rakes; sister, Mary Martin; brother, John David Donovant; and a
grandson, Harold Durham III. She retired from Pannill Knitting as a
seamstress, and she was a…
Sharon
Aline (Garber) Evick Sharon Aline (Garber) Evick, 63, of Franklin, West
Virginia, died at home on Monday, September 15, 2008. She was born
January 29, 1945, in Staunton, Virginia, daughter of the late John
Lawrence Garber and Martha Jarman Wilberger Garber. Sharon graduated
from Wilson Memorial High School in 1962. She was a member of Laurel
Baptist Church, VFW Ladies Auxiliary #6454 of Verona. She was married
June 20, 1964, to Buddy Lee Evick, who survives. She is also survived
by one son, Fred…
Sep
16, 2008 The funeral for F. Winford “Hoss” Moore, 66, of Ridgeway, who
died Sept. 13, 2008, was held Monday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral
Home, Martinsville Chapel, with the Rev. Lewis Harris and Pastor Roger
Jones officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were
Scott Barnes, Mitch Barnes, Jim Campbell, Todd Moore, Larry Campbell,
Doug Kidd, David Barker, Tyler Moore, Noah Moore and Brayden Moore.
Howard
Leonard Faulconer Jr. Howard Leonard Faulconer Jr. passed away Sunday,
Sept. 14, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of
Gladys Long Faulconer, his wife of 50 years, and was a member of Beulah
Baptist Church. Born July 11, 1923, in Lynchburg, he was the son of the
late Howard Leonard Faulconer Sr. and the late Mary Sue Bertha Tyree
Faulconer. He was preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Faulconer
Harris. A self-made man, he worked as an independent paint contractor
and was later…
11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel.
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4 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, Deacon Family Cemetery.
Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va.
Sep
16, 2008 George “Bill” Dillon, 73, of Bassett, died Monday, Sept. 15,
2008, at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was the husband of
Dorothy Catron Dillon of the home. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge
of arrangements.
will commence at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Calvary Chapel Church. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, is in charge.
Mr.
James Owen Hall, "Jen Owen," departed this life on Saturday, Sept. 13,
2008, at the Southern Regional Medical Center in Emporia, Va. He was
born on Aug. 29, 1929, to the late Hugh and Elsie Hall. James was
preceded in death by his wife, Della Hall; and two brothers, Melvin and
Mack Hall; and one sister, Alma Hill. He will truly be missed by all
who know him and loved him. He leaves to cherish his memories seven
children, Thomas Hall (Doris), Cindy Hall, Clarence Chambliss (Sonya)
of…
Lucy
C. Hall AHOSKIE - Lucy C. Hall, 99, of the 1400 block of US 13 S., died
Sept. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in
Pleasant Plains Baptist Church. Hertford County Undertakers is in
charge.
Mr.
Herbert Harrell, 79, of 202 N. Park Drive, Petersburg, died Monday,
Sept. 15, 2008, at McGuire Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been
entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now
serving from three locations; (804) 732-7841;
www.blandenterprisesinc.com .
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Burial in Evergreen Cemetery will be private. Memorial donations may be
made to Meals-on-Wheels. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel,
540-981-2100.

Julia
B. Hirsch NORFOLK - Julia Berger Hirsch of the 1600 block of Claremont
Ave. died Sept. 14, 2008, in her residence. She was a native and
lifelong resident of Norfolk. She was the daughter of the late Nathan
and Eva Amdursky Berger and was preceded in death by her sister, Lee
Berger Sartorius. Julia graduated from Maury High School and was the
office manager of A. Bartley and Sons for more than 50 years. She was a
member of B'Nai Israel Congregation and was a life member of its
sisterhood and the…
will
be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home. Memorial
donations may be made to a charity of choice. Friends may send tributes
to www.mem.com.
s 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Mt. Olivet Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home.
HOLLOMAN,
Ernestine Morgan, 85, of Dillwyn, widow of Rev. H. Curtis Holloman,
died Monday, September 15, 2008. Ernestine, or "Teen," is survived by a
son, Marc M. Holloman of Roanoke; a daughter, Connie H. King and her
husband, Russell, of Wise, N.C.; two grandchildren, Brandon R. King of
Wise, N.C., and Jennifer R. King of Greenville, N.C.; and a brother,
John C. Morgan Jr. and his wife, Dorothy "Dot." A graveside service
will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday at Bethel United Methodist Church,…
Antoinette
E. Huntzinger VIRGINIA BEACH - Antoinette E. Huntzinger, 85, of the
1200 block of Shenvalee Drive, died Sept. 14, 2008, in a local
hospital. She was a native of Lowell, Mass., and a resident of Hampton
Roads since 1959. She was the widow of James Huntzinger and was
preceded in death by her son, Eric Joseph Huntzinger. She was a Roman
Catholic and member of St. Marks Catholic Church. Survivors include her
daughter, Marie Byrne and her husband Hugh of Conshohocken, Pa.; and
her son, J. Huntzinger…
JACKSON,
Theodore "Teddy" Alvin Jr., of Richmond, departed this life Sunday,
September 14, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St.
Funeral notice later.
JEFFERSON,
Miss Corita Charlsetta "Pooh Bear," born June 3, 1972 to Argorita Reese
"Tuggie" of 2614 Redwood, Richmond, Va. She quietly entered eternal
rest on September 10, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory three
children, Anthony Depriest Jefferson, Champayne Argorita Jefferson and
Mr. Levon Antonio Murray; her devoted mother, Mrs. Argorita Reese; and
devoted stepfather of 17 years, Mr. Robert J. Reese; grandparents, Mr.
Herman Tyler Sr. and Mrs. Alice J. Tyler; stepgrandmother,…
Lewis
E. Johnson, of 1901 Lansing Road, Petersburg (Prince George County),
died Sunday evening at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell. Remains
rest at the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A.
Tucker, funeral director.
JONES,
Joseph Franklin Sr., of Richmond, departed this life Monday, September
15, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral
notice later.
Ruth
Jones CHESAPEAKE - Ruth S. Jones, 85, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, in
her home in the 2400 block of Sir Lance Drive, Chesapeake. She was born
Ruth Marjorie Simpson in Johnson City, Tenn. Her parents were Charlie
and Virginia Simpson. She was raised in Mount Airy, N.C., by her
grandparents, John and Mattie Lou Simpson. She was a member of Indian
River Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Floyd
T. Jones; four children, Linda McGrath and her husband Thomas McGrath
of Statesville,…
Sep
16, 2008 Joy Hale Cassell, 67, of 1441 Boxwood Lane, Bassett, died
Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at her home. She was born in Franklin County on
Sept. 24, 1940, to Posie Brown Hall and Cora Quinn Hale. In addition to
her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Woody; a
brother, Leonard Hale. She retired from Bassett Walker and was a member
of Fieldale Outreach Ministries. Surviving are two daughters, Melissa
Cassell of Patrick County and Michele McGrady of Saltville; two sons,
Randy Cassell of…
2 p.m. Wednesday at Freedom Baptist Church, Martinsville. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel.
Richard E. (Ricky) Kessinger, 50, of Pembroke, died Monday, September 15, 2008. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home, Pembroke.
Sep
16, 2008 Kimble Reynolds Sr. Kimble Reynolds Sr., 72, of 2099 Terry’s
Mountain Road, Martinsville, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Duke
University Hospital in Durham, N.C. Hairston Funeral Home will announce
arrangements.
Debbie
Burnette Lodge Debbie Burnette Lodge, 49, of Bedford, died Sunday,
Sept. 14, 2008. She was the wife of Clark W. Lodge and an employee of
Schewels Furniture Company. Graveside services will be conducted at 11
a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at Thaxton Baptist Church Cemetery. The
family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 16, 2008, at
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory. Arrangements are by Tharp Funeral
Home and Crematory, Bedford, (540) 586-3443., Michael George Rosenow
Sr. Michael…
Mrs.
Gertrude Hall Lewis, 93, of Gretna, Va., passed away Sunday, September
14, 2008. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va.,
434-656-1243.
Sep
16, 2008 The funeral for Lucy S. Martin, 80, of Stuart, who died Sept.
11, 2008, was held Monday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev.
G. Joseph Carter officiating. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers were Benny King, James Houchins, Brian Morris, Ryan Morris,
Lamont Holland and Ricky Penn.
MacLELLAND,
Elizabeth "Woofie," 74, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord September
15, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter S.
MacLelland III. She is survived by her son, John MacLelland and his
wife, Virginia, of Mechanicsville; daughter, Mary Ann Talley and her
husband, Glenn, of Mechanicsville; grandchildren, Christopher
MacLelland and his wife, Jessica, Joseph Talley and his wife, Rebekah,
Wyatt Talley, Megan Talley and Tommy Jeter; great-granddaughter,
Abigail Talley; and…
Sep
16, 2008 The funeral for Elder Malvin Smith Jamison, 75, of
Martinsville, who died Sept. 11, 2008, was held Monday at Rock Hill
Primitive Baptist Church with Elders Leon Gravely and Percy Stockton
officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert
Eggleston, Roger Jamison, Horton Jenkins Jr., Dennis Jamison, Caleb
Jenkins and Early M. Stockton. Arrangement were by Stanfield-Miller
Funeral Home.

MATHEW,
Mrs. Mariamma M., 68, of Richmond, passed away on September 14, 2008.
She is survived by her son, Dr. Sunil T. Mathew; two daughters, Suja S.
Amir and Sojy Mathew; grand-daughter, Iram M. Amir; grandson, Adam S.
Amir; two brothers, C.M. John and C.M. Mathew; four sisters, Achamma
Abraham, Annamma Daniel, Aleyamma Abraham and Susamma Paul. Mrs. Mathew
was a retired registered nurse from Henrico Doctors' Hospital. The
family will receive friends Thursday, September 18, 2008 from 5 to 8
p.m. at the…
Mary
M. Mc Keever NASSAWADOX - Mary Magdalene Mc Keever, 96, formerly of
Birdsnest, died Sept. 10, 2008. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuedsay in
Holy Unity Commandment Church of God in Treherneville. Gray's Funeral
Home in Cape Charles is in charge.
Mr.
John Wesley Gilmore McCoy, of 509 Harding St., Petersburg, Va., died
Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at McGuire Veterans Medical Center, Richmond,
Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson
Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804)
732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com .
Arthur
Darrell McRoberts, SSgt., Ret., 71, of Austinville, passed away Monday,
September 15, 2008. Arrangements by Reese Funeral Home.
MEEKINS, Albert T. "Mickey", 68, formerly of New Kent, Va., departed this life September 14, 2008. Arrangements by
Miss
Cynthia L. Miller, 50, of 5129 Rosewood Place, Fairburn, Ga., died
Monday, Sept. 15, in the Emory Crawford Long Memorial Hospital,
Atlanta. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the staff of William
N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg.
1 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. I
s 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.
MOORE,
Christine McCray Moore, 67, of Powhatan, Va., went home to be with her
Lord on Sunday September 14, 2008. She is survived by her devoted
husband of 43 years, Bobby E. Moore Sr.; daughters, Anita M. West
(Curtis), Charity Moore (Cookie); son, Bobby "Bubba" E. Moore Jr.
(Heather); grandchildren, Meghan West, Jared West, Bryce Moore, Hailey
Moore and Erin Moore; sisters, Nellie Woodzell and Doris Martin. She
was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas James and Etta Robertson
McCray;…
Funeral
services for Mrs. Madeline Smith Nesbitt, of 222 Elm St., Petersburg,
who died Thursday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center, will be
held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, Dinwiddie,
with the Rev. Kevin Northam officiating. Interment will be in the Smith
family cemetery, Dinwiddie. The remains will lie in state at the church
on Wednesday from 1:15 p.m. until the hour of service. Relatives and
friends will assemble at the church at 2:15 p.m. The family will
receive…
William
B. "Bill O'Donnell William B. "Bill O'Donnell of Amissville, VA died on
September 14, 2008 at his home. He was born on January 28, 1937 in
Pittsburgh, PA to the late Joseph and Susan O'Donnell. Bill was a
member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Washington, VA, member of the
Legion of Mary and was a Eucharistic minister at St. John's Catholic
Church, Warrenton, VA. He is survived by his wife, Carol O'Donnell and
his children, Constance O'Donnell of Stow, OH,…
11 a.m. Wednesday at Mountain Valley Memorial Cemetery, Big Rock, Va. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home.
Mary
M. Ollar KITTY HAWK - Mary M. Ollar, 75, formerly a resident of Kitty
Hawk, passed away at Britthaven Nursing Home, Nags Head, Friday, Sept.
12, 2008. She was born Jan. 4, 1933, the daughter of Linyear Mayo
Wallace Sr. and Fidelia Woolard Wallace. Surviving are three children,
Harold E. Oehrli of Elizabeth City, Mary Kathryn Ollar Martinez of
Dallas and James M. Oehrli of Kill Devil Hills; a sister, Jean Baldwin
of Delaware, Ohio; brothers, L.M. Wallace Jr. of Woodland, N.C.,
Merrill W. Wallace and…
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will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at the chapel of
John M. Oakey and Son, Salem with the Rev. Samuel J. Huntley
officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The
family will receive friends Tuesday, September 16, 2008, from 2 to 4
p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences to the
family may be made at www.johnmoakey.com.
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will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Bolling, Grose
& Lotts Funeral Chapel with High Priest Garvis Wheeler officiating.
Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. The family will receive
friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at Bolling,
Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va.
Edward
Steven Palasthy, 85, of Martinsville, Va., died Sunday, September 14,
2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory.
s will be private. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Service, Roanoke Va., 540-562-1182.
PITTS,
Oscar E., formerly of Springfield, Va., died on September 13, 2008 at
7:03 a.m. at Beth Shalom Home in Richmond, Va., after a long illness
with COPD and CHF. He was born on February 27, 1917 in Ft. Payne, Ala.,
the son of the late George Henry and Ida Belle Pitts. Mr. Pitts served
his country with dignity and honor in the USMC during WWI, and was an
active member of the John Lejune Masonic Lodge for 53 years. He was a
member of First Baptist Church of Alexandria for 54 years and also
worked at Lorton…
will be held Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel.
PUMA,
Vinny, 42, of Midlothian, died September 13, 2008. Survivors include
his wife, Lisa Puma; two children, Bryan and Alyssa Puma; his parents,
Vincent and Marianne Puma; one brother, Chris Puma; and two sisters,
Liz Puma and Donna Hopta. Vinny was a Spanish teacher at Cosby High
School and was a den leader for Cub Scout Troop #831. His remains rest
at the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, where
the family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today). A
memorial service…
RHODES,
William R. "Bill," 57, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on
September 14, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Virginia
"Ginny" Rhodes; two children, Matthew W. Rhodes and Lauren A. Rhodes;
one brother, Ed Rhodes and wife, Christine; and one niece, Stephanie R.
Levy and husband, Jonathan. William had a great love for the Lord, and
worked in the Ministries of Campus Crusade for Christ, the South
American Missionary Society, and the Ambassadors for Christ…
Joyce
H. Roberts WINDSOR - Joyce Hedgepeth Roberts, 70, a loving wife, mother
and grandmother, died Sept. 15, 2008. Born in Isle of Wight County,
Virginia, she was the daughter of the late George H. and Sarah Estelle
H. Hedgepeth. Joyce was a member of Windsor Baptist Church and the L.T.
Hall Sunday school class. Survivors include her husband of 51 years,
Burrell David Roberts; daughter, Estelle R. Stradley and husband Joe of
Windsor; granddaughter, Sarah Jo Stradley of Windsor; sisters, Lois
Nelms and Ann…
Barbara
Hardison Ross WILLIAMSTON - Barbara Hardison Ross, 65, of the 1000
block of Dixie Trail, died Sept. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held
Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Memorial Baptist Church. Biggs Funeral Home is
in charge.
SADLER,
Annie P., 91 wonderful years, of Chesterfield County, departed this
life September 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her first
husband, Thaddus Colley; and her second husband, Joe Sadler. She is
survived by her children, Tom Colley and his wife, Maxine, Carole
Johnson and her husband, Inman, Jane Sadler Brittingham and Jo Ann
Mulligan and her husband, Craig; grandchildren, Brian Snipes, Sandra
Snipes, Frank Giardina, Keith Colley, Jerry Wright, Christel Wright and
Chris Mulligan; and her…
will
be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1489 Laskin Road, Virginia
Beach, Sunday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks
that contributions be made to Crossroads Lutheran Church, 8511 Shelley
Mullis Road, Indian Land, SC 29707. McEwen Funeral Service, Pineville
Chapel, Charlotte, N.C., is in charge of all local arrangements.

SCOTT,
Mrs. Lena, of Richmond, departed this life September 15, 2008. Remains
rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice
later.
Bradford
"Brady" Glenn Sensabaugh Bradford "Brady" Glenn Sensabaugh, 83, a
resident of Evergreene Meadows in Stanardsville, Virginia, formerly of
Saluda, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2008, from
Alzheimer's related illnesses. He was born January 26, 1925, the eldest
son of the late Carl A. and Katrina Belle Sensabaugh, of Kerrs Creek,
Lexington, Virginia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
death by his wife, Elsie Hostetter Sensabaugh; and two brothers,…
SHELTON,
Isaiah, of Richmond, entered into eternal life September 11, 2008. He
was preceded in death by his two sons, William and Henry Tunstall. Left
to cherish his memories are a loving wife, Lucille Robertson Shelton;
three sons, Ivory Shelton, Isaiah and James Tunstall; three stepsons,
Haywood Tunstall, Alonzo Robertson and Anthony J. Taylor; three
stepdaughters, Ashley Robertson, Carrie Venable and Dorothea Durant; a
host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lizzie
Thomas and Emma…
,
including the Gladiator Award, Customer Service Award and the
Presidential Award. Hank had a passion for boating and was a very
giving person to others and he was deeply loved by family, friends and
the community. Hank was preceded in death by his father, Harry Simlick
Jr. and mother, Carolyn Anderson. Hank is survived by his only
daughter, Danielle Simlick and her mother, Judy Simlick, of Chesapeake.
Hank is also survived by the mother who raised him, Margie Simlick and
brother, Fritz Simlick, both from…
s
will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Green Hill
Cemetery with the Rev. John Choi officiating. The family will receive
friends anytime at the home. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts
Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va.
will
be held Friday at 2 p.m. at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans
Cemetery with Pastor Tony Peaks officiating. Condolences may be
registered online at
. A guestbook is available at www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
will
be officiated by the Rev. David R. Drinkard. A private burial will be
held in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk at a
later date. The family suggests memorial contributions to Aldersgate
United Methodist Church. Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is
handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at
Joseph
Allen Sutphin, 54, of Blacksburg, Va., died Sunday, September 14, 2008.
Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va.
Mark
David Swirsky VIRGINIA BEACH - Mark David Swirsky, 67, of the 3500
block of Terrazzo Trail, passed away Sept. 12, 2008, in his home. Mark
was born in Bronx, N.Y., March 9, 1941, to the late Sam and Lillian
(Poretz) Swirsky. He was a beloved brother of Francine and devoted son.
Mark graduated from Glens Falls High School and enlisted in the U.S.
Navy in 1960. While serving his country, he received a meritorious
promotion to become first class petty officer and he retired in the
fall of 1979. He was a…
TAYLOR, Virginia B., departed this life September 14, 2008. Arrangements by
Sep
16, 2008 The funeral for Thelma A. Martin, 73, of Reading, Pa., and
formerly of Martinsville, who died Sept. 9, 2008, was held Monday at
Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. Ernest D. Martin officiating.
Burial was in the Hailey family cemetery, Martinsville. Pallbearers
were Vincent Price, Nathaniel Law, Ricardo Price, Richard Price, Danny
Morton and Mel Morton.
Nelson
Winslow White Nelson Winslow White, 84, of Meadow Drive, Crozet,
Virginia, passed away Friday, September 12, 2008, at 1:25 p.m. at the
Cedars Nursing Home in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was born July 10,
1924, in Albemarle County, the son of the late Charles Nelson and
Minnie Bowman White. He was a retired employee of the Department of the
United States Navy Air Station, Patuxent, Maryland, and a member of the
Union Baptist Church in Avon, Virginia. Besides his parents, he was
preceded in death by…
Clarence
H. Vann Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Clarence Herbert Vann Sr., 86, formerly of the
300 block of Dwight Drive, died Sept. 11, 2008. A funeral will be
Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. Corprew
Funeral Home is in charge.
WAYLAND,
Robert Ramsay Jr., of Elkton, Va., passed away suddenly September 14,
2008. He was born September 15, 1935 in Lexington, Va., to the late
Robert R. and Annie Estes Wayland. In addition to his wife, Janet, he
is survived by three sons and their spouses, Charles and Alison of
Richmond, Va., Glenn and Nancy of Harrisonburg, Va., and Brian and
Tammy of Glen Allen, Va. He is also survived by his sister, Bettie
Slusser and her husband, Harry, of Kure Beach, N.C.; and his brother,
Lee of Lexington, Va. He…
.
She was predeceased by her husband, Skeeter Webb, also formerly of New
Castle. Those left to mourn her loss are her devoted Leon; daughter,
Cindy and Barry Holland, and family of Buchanan; sons, AW and Tammy
Webb, and family, of Catawba, and Ken and Rebecca Webb, and family, of
Salem; brother, Larry and Eva Elmore, of Huddleston; sister, Carole
Vasquez, of Cornado, Calif.; and many loving family and friends. Janie
was a loving Mamaw to her grandchildren and a wonderful and giving
person. She will be…
Audrey
W. Wetherington, 95, of Roanoke, Va., died August 24, 2008. Memorial
Services 11:30 a.m. Friday, September 19, 2008, at Fincastle
Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan,
Va., 540-254-3000.
Funeral
services for Emerson Whitaker Sr., of 205 Terrace Ave., Petersburg, who
died on Sunday morning at Ruxton Home Care, Richmond, will be conducted
at 1 p.m. Thursday from the Chapel of the Tucker Funeral Home, 415
Halifax St., Petersburg; the Rev. Lewis Newbell officiating. Interment
will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.
William
Henry White Sr. NORFOLK - William Henry White Sr., 68, of the 2800
block of Stanhope Ave., passed away Sept. 13, 2008. A funeral will be
held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St.
Chapel.
Nelson
Winslow White Nelson Winslow White, 84, of Meadow Drive, Crozet,
Virginia, passed away Friday, September 12, 2008, at 1:25 p.m. at the
Cedars Nursing Home in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was born July 10,
1924, in Albemarle County, the son of the late Charles Nelson and
Minnie Bowman White. He was a retired employee of the Department of the
United States Navy Air Station, Patuxent, Maryland, and a member of the
Union Baptist Church in Avon, Virginia. Besides his parents, he was
preceded in death by…
WILSON,
Hansford "Will," 61, of Richmond, died September 15, 2008 at a local
hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Richard Wilson
and Carolyn Watts Wilson, formerly of Richmond. He is survived by his
daughter, Carolyn Wilson of Charlottesville, Va.; his brothers, John R.
Wilson of Woodstock, N.Y., and Waller H. Wilson and his wife, Sandy, of
Front Royal, Va.; sister, Mary Dabney Wilson and her husband, Darryl
Lanford, of College Station and Austin, Texas; nephew, Todd Wilson and…

WILSON,
Mrs. Patricia P., of Richmond, entered eternal rest on September 15,
2008. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving
her family.
s. Online condolences may be sent by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com.
WOLKO,
Pearl Pitts Sydnor, 77, retired, of Richmond, died August 13, 2008. She
is survived by one son, Gary Sydnor of Glen Allen, Virginia.
WOODSON,
Supfronia B., of New Kent, mother of Martha Brown, Gloria Bassett,
William Woodson and Meaco Bey Jr., died September 15, 2008. Remains
rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral
notice later.
will
be held at a later date by close friends in Amarillo, Texas. In lieu of
flowers, the family requests donations be made, in Amy's name, to one
of the charitable organization very near to Amy's heart: Breast Cancer
Awareness, Domestic Violence Outreach and Awareness, or a branch of the
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Please refer to your
local directory for the address closest to you. Wright Funeral Home has
charge of arrangements.

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