Sunday, October 26, 2008

Virginia Obituaries 10/26/08

  • Abdi, S. Wali

    s will be held Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. David Hurd officiating. Interment will follow in the Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Auston Abdi Education Fund c/o SunTrust Bank. Thanks and prayers to all friends and colleagues from the family. The family will receive friends Monday, October 27, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg.

    • Aguirre, Socorro

      Socorro Marie Aguirre, of Colonial Heights, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard.

      • Anderson, Mary Scott

        to celebrate her life will take place on Sunday, November 2, 2008, at 3:30 p.m. at the West Side Church of Christ, in Salem. In lieu of flowers, contributions made in her name may be made to the West Side Church of Christ at 1705 Starview Drive in Salem, Va. 24153. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Anderson family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441.

        • Anderson Sr., William A.

          ANDERSON, William A. Sr., of Richmond, departed this life October 25, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later.

          • Armandt, Milton Earl "Butch"

            ARMANDT, Milton "Butch" Earl, 61, of Barhamsville, Va., died October 24, 2008. He was a Vietnam army veteran. His father Ralph E. Armandt preceded him in death. He is survived by his mother, Virginia P. Hutson; a brother, Robert Armandt; and niece, Courtney Armandt, all of Barhamsville. A memorial graveside service will be held Thursday 11 a.m. in Tabernacle United Methodist Church Cemetery, Barhamsville, Va. Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, West Point, handling arrangements.

            • Bain, Jean

              Jean Gibson Bain JACKSON - Jean Gibson Bain, 84, died Oct. 25, 2008. A funeral will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Jackson Baptist Church. Massey Funeral Home is in charge.

              • Berry Jr., Howard

                with full military honors will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Princess Anne Memorial Park on Great Neck Road. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Disabled American Veterans. We will miss him dearly., Charities

                • Bigler, H. Paul

                  will be held there at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, Roanoke, Va., 540-989-3131.

                  • Bolen, Benjamin H.

                    s noon Monday, October 27, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va.

                    • Bottomley, Eugene

                      s 2 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at Bishops Chapel Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home.

                      • Brickhouse, Calla

                        Calla S. Brickhouse EDENTON - Calla Dora Snell Brickhouse, 84, of the 400 block of Rocky Hock Creek Road, died Oct. 24, 2008, in Three Rivers Nursing Center, Windsor, N.C. Mrs. Brickhouse was born in Washington County, North Carolina, was the daughter of the late James Bennett Snell and Dora Smith Snell Mitchell. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Edna and a brother, James. A homemaker, she was a member of Philippi Church of Christ in the Cherry community of Washington County. Surviving are her…

                        • Brown, Adrian N.

                          Adrian N. Brown, 19, of 141 Windsor Ave., Colonial Heights, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, (804) 732-7841, www.blandenterprisesinc.com.

                          • Brown, Edna Clara Belle Jones

                            s 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Mount Ivy Christian Church. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va.

                            • Brown Sr., Kennard

                              BROWN, Mr. Kennard Sr., departed this life October 18, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Graveside services will be held Monday, 11 a.m., at Oakwood Cemetery. Family and friends kindly assemble at the funeral home at 10 a.m.

                              • Campbell, Kevin W.

                                CAMPBELL, Kevin W., 57, died October 14, 2008. Survived by sister, Claudia Rae DeFilippis; three nieces, two nephews, six great-nieces, two great-nephews, one great-great-nephew. He had been a longtime volunteer for Sgt. Santa. A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, October 30, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue.

                                • Carper, Melissa Lynn Brooks

                                  Melissa Lynn Brooks Carper, 44, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel.

                                  • Cash, Toni Darnell

                                    3 p.m. today at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bedford, 540-586-7360.

                                    • Choate, William

                                      William L. Choate PORTSMOUTH - William L. Choate, 87, of the 2500 block of Evergreen Place, died Oct. 22, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. Mr. Choate retired after 35 years from the U.S. Postal Service and was a lifelong member of Emanuel AME Church in Portsmouth. He was an Army veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict, member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Mount Gilead No. 2 Lodge of Masons and was affiliated in many other capacities as well. The widower of Minnielena Choate, he is…

                                      • Christian, Brenda L.

                                        CHRISTIAN, Ms. Brenda L. of 1230 N. 37th St. departed this life October 24, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later.

                                        • Clark, Mary

                                          Ms. Mary A. Clark of 1203 Arlington Road, Hopewell, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 at John Randolph Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. You may send condolences to the family on our website; www.blandenterprisesinc.com

                                          • Claytor, Ruth Williams

                                            Ruth Williams Claytor, 84, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home.

                                            • Coffey, Moda R.

                                              Moda R. Coffey, 96, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke.

                                              • Cooley Jr., Samuel

                                                Mr. Samuel Eli Cooley Jr., of 2420 Marina Drive Apt. K, Richmond, departed this life Wednesday Oct. 22, 2008 at his residence after a hard fought battle with congestive heart failure. Sam, or "Juney" as he was so fondly known, was born April 21, 1958, in Roxbury, Mass., to Samuel Eli Cooley Sr. and the late Bessie Louise Laury Cooley. In 1960 the family moved to Baltimore, Md., where Sam was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System. He was very bright and had a knack for making people…

                                                • Covey Jr., James Vinton

                                                  s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va.

                                                • Craighead, Sherman T. (Memoriam)

                                                  In Loving Memory of Sherman T. CRAIGHEAD 1915 2005, On His Birthday, Carmen, Eddie, Margie, David Nancy, Marilyn, Bobby, Michael Marie, Angela, Brandon, Lauren Jarrett, Emily and Ean

                                                  • Crowther, Dorothy C.

                                                    CROWTHER, Dorothy C., age 88, of Heathsville, Virginia, died Friday, October 24, 2008. Mrs. Crowther was a retiree of Northumberland County Schools, where she taught for 36 years. She was a graduate of Virginia Intermont College and Farmville State Teachers College, and a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the teacher's professional sorority. Mrs. Crowther was the widow of Otis C. Crowther of Heathsville, Virginia, and the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Roy L. Crumley of Bristol , Virginia. She is survived…

                                                    • Crumble Sr., Johnnie Edward

                                                      Johnnie E. Crumble Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Johnnie Edward Crumble Sr., also known as "John Boy," of the 1400 block of Petite Court, passed away Oct. 23, 2008, in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Linda Crumble; two daughters, Linda Crumble and Tamaka Williams (Tremaine); two sons, Johnnie Crumble and Latony Crumble, all of Virginia Beach; mother, Dessie Mabine; two sisters, Joyce Dozier and Shirley Crumble; four brothers, Albert Crumble, James Crumble, Willie…

                                                      • Daniel, A. Harris

                                                        DANIEL, A. Harris, 87, of Blackstone, Va. died Friday, October 24, 2008. He is the widower of Phyllis Rancke Daniel. Harris is survived by a son, Harris W. Daniel and his wife, Patricia of Williamsburg; grand-daughter, Meredith D. Ensign and her husband, Will; grandson, Liam Ensign, all of Chattanooga, Tenn.; brother, Arthur Radcliff Daniel Jr. and his wife, Eva of Emerald Isle, N.C.; and a sister, Dorothy D. France of Uniontown, Ohio. He served as a Major in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII and was a…

                                                        • Delp, Jessie Dean

                                                          Jessie Dean Delp, 92, of Woodlawn, Va., passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. Family will receive friends Sunday from 1 until 2 p.m. at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.

                                                          • Dobbins, Mae V.

                                                            .com. The Dobbins family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va.

                                                            • Dodson, Clara Hill

                                                              DODSON, Clara Hill, 98, of Richmond, passed away October 21, 2008. Preceded in death by her husband, W.B. Dodson, she is survived by her daughters, Ann D. Tyler and Maxine Fraser of Richmond; and son-in-law, Hal Tyler; two grandchildren, John A. Tyler (wife, Janet) of Richmond and Frances T. Brown (husband, Jim) of Columbia, S.C.; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Dodson was a member of Third Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in the…

                                                              • Donald, Daryel Glen

                                                                Daryel Glen (Joe) Donald, 49, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

                                                                • Dowdy, Virginia

                                                                  will be held at the graveside Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Cool Springs Baptist Church. The Rev. Megan Dowdy will officiate. The family will gather at the home, 202 North Main St., Winton. Memorials may be made to Winton Rescue Squad or Cool Springs Baptist Church. Garrett Funeral Home is serving the Dowdy family., Charities

                                                                  • Dozier Sr., Gordon Hubbard

                                                                    . From retirement until he moved to North Carolina in 2004, he was an active member of the VEPCO retiree club, the Gas House Gang, and a frequent attendee of the Wednesday Morning Bible Breakfast at Calvary Temple. An avid sportsman in his younger years, Gordon played semi-professional football, baseball and amateur basketball. His intensity and physical prowess in athletics earned him the well-deserved nickname of "Rough House." In his later years, he learned to love golf and played three days a…

                                                                    • Draper, Leslie R.

                                                                      Leslie Randall Draper, 76, of Hopewell died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 in John Randolph Medical Center. Mr. Draper was born in Martinsville, Va. and had been a long time resident of Hopewell. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He retired at Fort Lee as a M/Sgt with 23 years of service. Following his tenure in the military, he was employed with Firestone Corporation and Virginia Power Company. Mr. Draper was the son of the late Frank L. Draper Sr. and Gladys Parcell…

                                                                      • Duncan, Dorothy

                                                                        Dorothy G. Duncan YORKTOWN - Dorothy Ann Gayle Duncan, 87, died Oct. 23, 2008. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in Amory Funeral Home, Grafton.

                                                                        • Duncan, Edna Mae Coffman

                                                                          s will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. Pastor Michael Huffaker will officiate. Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                                                                          • East, John Edward

                                                                            s will be conducted Monday, October 27, 2008 at 2 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bob Goldstein and the Rev. Greg Webb officiating. Interment will follow in the Reesedale Cemetery, Ironto. Friends may call any time after 12 noon Sunday and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, Blacksburg.

                                                                            • Farnell M.D., Patrocinio M.

                                                                              Patrocinio Mendoza Farnell, M.D., of Petersburg, Va., died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 at Inova Fairfax Hopital in Northern, Va. Dr. Farnell was born on Nov. 14, 1915 in Magalang, Pampanga, Philippine Islands. She was preceded in death by her former husband of 25 years. Lt. Col. (Ret) Eric C. Farnell; both of her parents, Jose Mendoza and Fidela Ordonez Mendoza; her brothers, Libertado, Teodosio, Heraclio, and Nicias Mendoza; her sisters, Emerenciana M. Valencia, Araceli M. Moran, Fidela M. Henson, and…

                                                                              • Fell, Michael Steven "Fred"

                                                                                FELL, Michael Steven "Fred," 54, of Richmond, originally from New York, went to his cigar store in the sky Tuesday, October 21, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Donna L. Fell; two daughters, Kelly L. Ford and Nicole M. Stoll and her husband, Brian M. Stoll; son, Len Szweda; grandson, Hayden Stoll; brother, Larry Fell and his wife; nephew, Alex Fell; his cockatiel, Joey; pit bull, Brooklyn; devoted friends, Marilyn and Gary Sager; and very close friends, Cassandra Warren, Ansley and Gaven Ogden,…

                                                                                • Foley, Curtis Ray

                                                                                  will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Oakey's East Chapel with Dr. Michael Conn and Pastor Donald Hughes officiating. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, 540-977-3909.

                                                                                  • Forbes, Johnnie Aaron

                                                                                    s 11 a.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at Henry Memorial Park. Arrangements by CollinsMcKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett.

                                                                                    • Forwood, Dale

                                                                                      with Masonic rites and military honors will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. The Rev. Marie Pogorelec will officiate. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at, . The family would like to thank Chesapeake Regional Hospice, especially Joan, Valerie, Pam and Linda, for all their loving and compassionate care. Memorial contributions may be made to the , 4416 Expressway…

                                                                                      • Frost, Katherine L.

                                                                                        Katherine L. Frost, 98, of Fairfield, died Friday, October 24, 2008. Service 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington

                                                                                        • Gilliam, Theodore

                                                                                          A funeral service for Mr. Theodore R. Gilliam will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Mount Poole Baptist Church, 9515 Baltimore Road, Ford, Va. The Rev. Stephen Pugh, pastor, officiating and Pastor Darryl Jennings of Abundant Praise Christian Fellowship, Richmond, Va., eulogist. Interment to follow at church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at the funeral establishment. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the…

                                                                                          • Glass Sr., Thomas William

                                                                                            GLASS, Thomas William Sr., 87, of Mechanicsville, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Dolly Sue Glass; sons, Thomas W. Glass Jr. of West Virginia, Frank Myers Jr. of Mechanicsville, and Toby Myers (Rhonda), of New Kent; daughters, Sally P. Glass of West Virginia, and Christina Myers-Smith (Michael), of Mechanicsville; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Glass was a retired employee of the State Corporation Commission. He served in the U.S. Army…

                                                                                            • Goad, William

                                                                                              , 540-254-3000.

                                                                                              • Greene Sr., George H.

                                                                                                will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Oakey's East Chapel with Dr. Robert G. Moore, III and Woody Turner officiating. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Ronda, NC with Military Honors. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bonsack Baptist Church Food Bank, 4845 Cloverdale Rd., Roanoke, Va., 24019, the Civitan Club of Roanoke, P.O. Box 14211,…

                                                                                                • Gribbin, Catherine

                                                                                                  Catherine Norton Gribbin VIRGINIA BEACH - Catherine Frances Norton Gribbin of Burlington Township, N.J., and formerly of Virginia Beach passed away Oct. 22, 2008, in Burlington, N.J. A native of Scranton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late John A. and Kathryn D. Norton and the widow of John Maurice Gribbin Sr. She retired from Edgewood Regional High School in Camden County, New Jersey, school system as a teacher. She was a graduate of Marywood University and a member of The Catholic Church of St. Mark.…

                                                                                                • Hagemann, Anna Elizabeth Jude

                                                                                                  HAGEMANN, Anna Elizabeth Jude, 92, of Midlothian, died Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Hagemann; her mother and father, Maude and Norman Jude; her brother, Bernard Jude and his wife, Verga. She was retired from Prudential after many years of service. She was a member of St. Luke Episcopal Church. She leaves behind several cousins; a loving and caring caregiver, Betty Hobson; close neighbors and friends, Patsy and Herbert Rudd, Hazel and Ed Marshall; and many…

                                                                                                  • Hall, Josephine

                                                                                                    Mrs. Josephine H. Hall of Petersburg, Va., passed away on Oct. 23, 2008, at the Southside Regional Medical Center following a period of declining health. She was born in Petersburg, Va., to the late Joseph E. Hathaway and Pearl A. Hathaway. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Carl Walker Hall Sr.; two sisters, May H. Gailey and Ruth A. Stewart. She is survived by two children, daughter Betty Jo Hall Townsend and husband Charles of Colonial Heights, Va., and son, Carl Walker Hall Jr. and…

                                                                                                    • Hancock Sr., Henry Stephen

                                                                                                      s 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, Emmanuel Wesleyan Church, Roanoke. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, Daleville, Va., 540-992-1212.

                                                                                                      • Hand, Edward

                                                                                                        with military honors will be conducted Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel, Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                        • Hanley, Ron

                                                                                                          , there will be a memorial ride to Boneshakers on General Booth Boulevard to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ron's name for the benefit of his children to TowneBank, 109 East Main St. branch, Norfolk, VA 23510. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at

                                                                                                          • Harper Jr., Joseph

                                                                                                            Mr. Joseph Harper Jr., 66, former sheriff of Petersburg, passed away on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Mr. Harper was the first African-American to be appointed as sheriff of Petersburg City. Sheriff Harper will be greatly missed by the City of Petersburg and many, many friends and loved ones. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, James Harper and Moses Harper. Mr. Harper was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, for over 45 years. Joseph Harper…

                                                                                                            • Harris, Dorothy

                                                                                                              Dorothy D. Harris GATESVILLE - Dorothy D. Harris, 53, of the 700 block of Hwy. 37 South, died Oct. 22, 2008, at Pitt Memorial Hospital, Greenville. She was predeceased by her mother, Sarah B. Dildy. She is survived by her father, Charile Dildy of Gatesville; her son, Cedrick E. Harris of Suffolk; a brother, Charile Dildy Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla.; and two grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in Lebanon Grove Baptist Church. The Rev. Michael Williams will officiate. The viewing will be held…

                                                                                                              • Harris, Charlie

                                                                                                                HARRIS, Mr. Charlie, of Amelia, departed this life Saturday, October 25, 2008 in a Richmond hospital. Remains rest at Michael W. Hawkes Funeral Home, Amelia. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                • Harris, Forrest E.

                                                                                                                  Forrest Edwin Harris, of Bowie, Md., died on Oct. 5, 2008. Services were held at the Randall Memorial United Methodist Church, Washington, D.C. on Oct. 9, 2008. Forrest, the son of Mrs. Hester W. Harris and the late Robert P. Harris, was born in Petersburg, Va., on Oct. 8, 1949. He was baptized into membership at First Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. at an early age. Forrest graduated from Petersburg High School in 1967 and from Virginia State College (now known as Virginia State University) in 1971. After…

                                                                                                                  • Harris, George N.

                                                                                                                    Mr. George Nathaniel Harris went home to be with the Lord at his residence on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008. He was born Aug. 27, 1926, in Sutherland, Va., to the late George Douglas and Lottie Alice Johnson Harris. Early in life, George confessed Christ and was baptized at the Rocky Branch Baptist Church in Sutherland, Va. He proudly served his country as a sergeant in the United States Army during World War II. George was a retiree of the United States Postal Service where he served as a letter carrier. He also…

                                                                                                                    • Harvell, Mary Frances Sutherland

                                                                                                                      s. To send condolences to the family, go to www.whittenfuneralhome.com.

                                                                                                                      • Haupt, Daniel Jacob

                                                                                                                        Daniel Jacob (Danny) Haupt, 78, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel.

                                                                                                                        • Hess, Mary Katherine Russell

                                                                                                                          celebrating her life will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, in the Richfield Nursing Home, the Jane Morgan Harris Chapel with Chaplin Tom Clay officiating. Inurnment will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, at Lee Cemetery in Craig County. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707.

                                                                                                                          • Hicks, Anna Brooks

                                                                                                                            HICKS, Anna Brooks, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord October 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Janet Dobbins; sister, Jean Reid; and two brothers, Franklin and William Brooks. She is survived by her children, Joyce Berkheimer, Gloria Fredrich, Jo Anna Pritchard, and Robert Hawkins; grandson, Howard Dobbins III; 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert and Edward Brooks, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4…

                                                                                                                            • Hodges, Lana

                                                                                                                              Lana Hodges CHESAPEAKE - Lana Hodges died Oct. 22, 2008. She was cremated. Chatman/E.A. Hughes Funeral Home is in charge.

                                                                                                                              • Howard, Martin

                                                                                                                                Martin J. Howard VIRGINIA BEACH - Martin J. "Marty" Howard, 56, passed away Oct. 18, 2008. Mr. Howard was born in Woodside, N.Y., Nov. 25 1952. He is survived by wife, Sharon Howard; three stepdaughters Terri Henline, Denise Miller and Christine Means; four grandchildren, Heather Joyner, Christina Miller, Bret Henline and Tanner Miller; and three great-grandchildren, Tessa Joyner, Jordyn Miller and Jasmyn Miller. He is also survived by his mother, Doris Howard; sisters, Donna Mackie and Cathy…

                                                                                                                                • Huff, Della Ferguson (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                  In Loving Memory of our Mother Della Ferguson HUFF October 1921 October 2006, YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED EACH DAY, Darlene Daughter, Kelly and Family Son, Barbara & Family ~ Daughter-in-law

                                                                                                                                  • Jacobsen, Brian M. - Brian M. Jacobsen LHS Student Brian M. Jacobsen, age 17, of Nokesville, died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He was born in Washington, D.C. ....

                                                                                                                                    • James, Rudolph

                                                                                                                                      JAMES, Mr. Rudolph of Timmonsville, S.C. departed this life October 24, 2008. Remains will be forwarded to Bacote-Eaddy Funeral Home in Timmonsville, S.C.

                                                                                                                                      • Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                        • Jessee, Sara May

                                                                                                                                          JESSEE, Sara May, died peacefully on October 23, 2008 of Alzheimer's disease. Born on April 15, 1922 in Richmond, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Mary Brown May and Samuel Davidson May of Tazewell, Virginia. Sara was the mother of two Richmond physicians, Dr. Edgar Forrest Jessee Jr. and Dr. Samuel Davidson Jessee, deceased. Survivors include her devoted husband of 63 years, Dr. Edgar Forrest Jessee; two daughters-in-law, Rebecca and Melissa; six grandchildren, Forrest, Lindsay, Sara, Blake,…

                                                                                                                                          • Johnson, Robert Stanton

                                                                                                                                            JOHNSON, Robert Stanton, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2008 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He was 80 years old. He was one seven children born to the late Sarah Cain and Floyd C. Johnson on July 27, 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He served his country proudly as a member of the United States Navy. Mr. Johnson was stationed on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Rendova as an aircraft ordinance man from 1949 to 1952. Following graduation from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Mr. Johnson…

                                                                                                                                            • Jones, Mary Louise "Moma Jones"

                                                                                                                                              JONES, Mary Louise "Moma Jones", of Varina, departed this life October 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Robert Jones; and brother, Ernest E. Jones. She leaves to cherish her memory two devoted and loving sisters, Ruth L. Jones, Aretha Washington (Matthew); one devoted niece, Aretha Ellett (Lawrence); two devoted cousins, Rachel and Cecilia Hill; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be…

                                                                                                                                              • Joyner, E. Philmore

                                                                                                                                                . Baker-Foster Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk, is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at

                                                                                                                                                • Justice, Willie T.

                                                                                                                                                  JUSTICE, Willie T., age 93, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. Funeral arrangements incomplete.

                                                                                                                                                • Kappes, Elsie

                                                                                                                                                  will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 3609 Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, with Pastor Matt Stewart officiating. The family will receive friends at Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel, Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. Please share a memory with the family at

                                                                                                                                                  • Knutson, Christine

                                                                                                                                                    will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Chrissy Fund-Wigs For Women Experiencing Hair Loss due to Chemotherapy. This fund is being established by her family at this time. Donations may be made out to her husband Richard Knutson and mailed to P.O. Box 15468, Chesapeake, VA 23328. The family will be ever grateful for your contribution to keep Chrissy's memory alive. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                    • LaPlante, Constance

                                                                                                                                                      will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1396 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach.

                                                                                                                                                      • Lawson, Doris E.

                                                                                                                                                        Doris E. Lawson "Grandma" 75 of Prince George passed away on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 40 years William Lawson. She is survived by her two sons, Kenneth Lawson and his wife Carolyn and Donnie Lawson and his wife Patricia, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and numerous other family and friends. She was a member of Power's Memorial Baptist Church for many years. She enjoyed being with her family, shopping and being "Grandma"…

                                                                                                                                                        • Layden, Catherine

                                                                                                                                                          s at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens with Pastor David Cobb officiating. Condolences may be expressed to the family at

                                                                                                                                                          • Layell Sr., Leland E.

                                                                                                                                                            LAYELL, Leland E. Sr., 95, of Glen Allen, passed away October 24, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia G. Layell, and is survived by one son, Leland E. Layell Jr. and his wife, Shirley; two daughters, Carolyn Haley and her husband, Doug, and Margaret Potter and her husband, Steve; ten grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; one niece and one nephew. Mr. Layell was a hunter, fisherman, an avid gardener, and a lifetime member of the Sportsman Hunt Club. He retired…

                                                                                                                                                            • Ledbetter Jr., Donald (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                                              In Memory of my dear son and a loving Daddy Donald "Phyllow" Jr. LEDBETTER, on his first birthday in Heaven, Oct. 26, 1968 July 19, 2008, "Phyllow" Honey, we miss you so much and we will always love you in our hearts and in our memories., Mama, Allen, Harley, Dylan, Marie, Christy and Plowboy

                                                                                                                                                              • Lipscomb, Helen C.

                                                                                                                                                                LIPSCOMB, Helen C., 92, of Richmond, died Saturday October 25, 2008 at the Beth Sholom Home of Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Charles Wright and Annie Rainey Crowder and the widow of Leonard Harold Lipscomb. Mrs. Lipscomb was a member of First Baptist Church Hopewell, and the Singing Saints of First Baptist Church. She was also a former volunteer with the John Randolph Medical Center Auxiliary. She is survived by two sons, Leonard W. Lipscomb and wife, Debra of Richmond and Michael S. Lipscomb…

                                                                                                                                                                • Lowrance, Johnsie Jackson - Johnsie Jackson Lowrance Johnsie Jackson Lowrance was born on June 12, 1929, in Chatham County, N.C. She departed this life on Tuesday, October 21, ....

                                                                                                                                                                  • Martin, James

                                                                                                                                                                    James Winborne Martin CONWAY - James Winborne Martin, 89, died Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be held today at 3 p.m. in Conway Baptist Church. Bridgers Funeral Home Inc. is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                    • Martin, LeRissa Europa - LeRissa Europa Martin LeRissa Europa Martin, age 19, beloved daughter of Sophia Martin of Dumfries, Va. and John Martin, Jr., of Antiock, Tenn., went ....

                                                                                                                                                                      • Martin, Viola

                                                                                                                                                                        Viola M. Martin CHESAPEAKE - Viola M. Martin, 91, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, of the 2000 block of Smith Ave., died Oct. 24, 2008, at Leigh Memorial Hospital in Norfolk. She was born in Jamesville Sept. 27, 1917, daughter of the late James A. Manning and Alice Brown Manning. Mrs. Martin was a native of Jamesville, N.C., and recently moved to Chesapeake to reside with her daughter. On Nov. 24, 1935, she was married to Georgie E. Martin who preceded her in death in 1979. Mrs. Martin…

                                                                                                                                                                        • McDonald, Edith

                                                                                                                                                                          Edith Goldberg McDonald N. WILMINGTON, Del. - Edith Goldberg McDonald, 65, died Oct. 15, 2008, in the Kutz Home after her courageous 28-year battle against a malignant brain tumor. Edie, born and raised in Suffolk, was the daughter of the late Meyer R. and Miriam P. Goldberg. She was educated in Suffolk public schools and graduated from Mary Washington College in 1965 where she was a member of the Mortar Board National Honor Society. After teaching several years in Newport News, Edie went to work for the…

                                                                                                                                                                          • McKenzie, Mamie Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                                                            will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at McKenzie Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                            • McLeod, Anna Lou Murray

                                                                                                                                                                              Anna Lou Murray McLeod, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008. She and her twin, Alice, were born in Hollins on July 11, 1924, the daughters of the late Gordon and Floella Patterson Murray. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard W. "Mac" McLeod Sr.; sisters, Fay Dove, Ruby Halsey, Ola Hurt, and Lucy Williams; and a brother, Lawrence. She is survived by her four sons and their wives, Richard Jr. and Sandy, of Starkville, Miss., Gordon and Jan, of Roanoke, Neal and…

                                                                                                                                                                              • McMillian, Garnetta Powell

                                                                                                                                                                                s will be conducted from the graveside at Franklin Memorial Park at 2 p.m. Monday with Pastor Joe Dillon officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday at Flora Funeral Service, S. Main St., Rocky Mount.

                                                                                                                                                                                • Merchant Sr., Weldon Spencer

                                                                                                                                                                                  On Tuesday, October 21, 2008, God welcomed Mr. Weldon Spencer Merchant Sr. into His kingdom. He was born on March 18, 1943, in Clifton Forge, Va., to the late Frank J. and Mattie L. Merchant. Mr. Merchant was educated in the Botetourt County School system, and from there, he joined the United States Army. Mr. Merchant was a highly decorated soldier when he was honorably discharged, receiving the purple heart and the silver star. Mr. Merchant confessed his faith in Christ at an early age. He later joined…

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Meyers, Richard Henry

                                                                                                                                                                                    MEYERS, Richard Henry, former Maidens, Va., resident, age 64, died at his home in Phoenix, Arizona, on September 13, 2008. He was born on September 22, 1943, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to Dolores Rosemary (Gigler) and Richard H. Meyers Sr. Beloved husband, father, son, and grandfather to wife, Judith (Ridley Streiner) Meyers of Phoenix; daughter, Kristin Lynn Coe; son, Todd R. Meyers; stepchildren, Rachael C. Streiner and Justin M. Streiner; mother, Dolores Meyers, all of Pittsburgh; one granddaughter, Lauren A.…

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Michaux, Louis Arthur

                                                                                                                                                                                      MICHAUX, Louis Arthur, 74, died Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at his home in Richmond, Va. He was the beloved husband of Carol Wilson Michaux. Born October 6, 1934 in Richmond, he was the son of the late William W. and Nancy Arthur Michaux, who were determined, in spite of being born with Cerebral Palsy, to give him as normal a childhood as possible. Having a facile and inquisitive mind trapped in an unresponsive body, he eagerly attended St. Christopher's School on an oversized tricycle, known throughout…

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Michaux (Continued)

                                                                                                                                                                                        MICHAUX (continued) love of sports was spawned as a child listening to baseball games on the radio and attending nearly all of the games at St. Christopher's School. It grew in the 1940's when his father took him to see the minor league Richmond Colts at the old Mooers Field. He kept up with major league baseball and could cite the records of practically all the major league players. In his early years, he was a Cleveland fan in the American League, and was for the Giants in the National. Later, the…

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Morris, Dennis Wayne - Dennis Wayne Morris Dennis Wayne Morris 52 passed away on October 20, 2008 at his home in Manassas Virginia. Everyone he ever met he ....

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Murphy Sr., Fred Lee

                                                                                                                                                                                            . Friends may call on Sunday afternoon, October 26, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Musgrove, James C.

                                                                                                                                                                                              James C. Musgrove, 68, of Madison Heights, died Saturday, October 25, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424.

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Nash III, Charles

                                                                                                                                                                                                with military honors will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at The University of Virginia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please support the charity of your choice. Friends may send condolences to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Newbill, Elisabeth G. "Liz"

                                                                                                                                                                                                  NEWBILL, Elisabeth G. "Liz", age 92, of Urbanna, widow of Leslie A. Newbill, died Friday, October 24, 2008. She was a member of Urbanna Baptist Church and owner and operator of Liz's Dress Shop in Urbanna for 48 years. She is survived by her daughter, Bobbie Jo Eubank of Midlothian; three grandchildren, Billie Pat Eubank of Urbanna, Lansing Eubank of Richmond, and Bob Eubank of Urbanna; four great-grandchildren, Chris, Candice and Caitlin Groseclose and Cameron Wines; and a special friend,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Newton, Larry

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Larry Leon Newton GRANDY - Larry Leon "Lennie" Newton, 53, of the 100 block of Dot Sears Road, died Oct. 23, 2008. A funeral will be held Monday at 2:30 p.m. in the Grandy Assembly of God Church. Twiford's Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Nichols, Gary Wayne

                                                                                                                                                                                                      s 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Rest Vale Cemetery, Floyd County. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Parham, Ernest S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        A funeral service for Deacon Ernest S. Parham of Petersburg, who departed this life Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Providence Baptist Church, Prince George, with Bishop Marcus Campbell officiating. The interment will be held in the Church Cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence, 505 Jefferson St., Petersburg, at noon. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home now serving from three locations. (804)…

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Peyton, Rebecca Virginia Miller

                                                                                                                                                                                                          PEYTON, Rebecca Virginia Miller, 89, died October 18, 2008, at Shore Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox, Va., after a short illness. Mrs. Peyton was the widow of Courtland C. Peyton, Assistant Superintendent of the Southampton Correctional Facility near Capron, Va. (1950 to 1960), and Superintendent of the Virginia State Penitentiary (1960 to 1969). Mrs. Peyton recently moved to Exmore, Va., from Richmond, where she had lived for 68 years; she was originally from Alexandria, Va. Mrs. Peyton is survived by three…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Phillips, Ralph

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Ralph Phillips, 59, of Wytheville, Va., passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pierce, Pauline Rose

                                                                                                                                                                                                              Pauline Rose Pierce, 83, of Montvale, Va., died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born on August 28, 1925, a daughter of the late Franklin Pierce and Matilda McMillan DeKizer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheela McCoy; and a brother, Earl Pierce. Pauline is survived by two daughters, Jackie Inge and husband, John, of Montvale, and Linda Simpson and husband, Terry, of Conway, Ark.; a son, John Boot, of Coldwater, Mich.; a brother,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Plopper, Kenneth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be conducted at a later date in Virginia Beach and Spokane. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405, is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Quant, Bertha L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  s will be held 2 p.m. Monday at Oakey's South Chapel with Pastor David Skole officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Oakey's South Chapel.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Redd, Denise M. "Neisy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    REDD, Denise M. "Neisy," departed this life October 22, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Charlie C. Redd Sr.; four daughters, Tiffany Wiggins (Glen), Sharon Mayo (Damion), Denise Woody and Kayla Franklin; two sons, James Churchwell and Charlie Redd Jr. (Tina); nine grandchildren; seven sisters, Faith Williams, Greselda Woody, Gail Singleton, Susan Dickerson, Hilda Tune (Joseph), Wanda Woody and April Kelsaw; four brothers, John Woody Jr., Melvin, Ronald (Rhonda) and Wayne Woody; a host of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sankey, Doris C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SANKEY, Doris C., 70, wife and grandmother, passed away on October 21, 2008 at Saint Clare's Hospital in Denville, N.J. She was a resident of Mine Hill, N.J. for 42 years. She was born in Chester, Va. to James and Irene Clark. She graduated from Carver High School in Chester and Tuskege University in May of 1959 with a B.S. degree in physical education and health. She taught in the Dover (N.J.) Public Schools for 34 years and retired in June 1996. Her motto for the students of Dover was "What's…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Santivasci Sr., John Daniel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        John D. Santivasci Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - John Daniel Santivasci Sr., 83, of the 600 block of Whitechapel Drive, a retired United States Navy commander and Naval flight officer, died Oct. 23, 2008. Cmdr. Santivasci was a decorated World War II, Korean and Vietnam War veteran receiving numerous awards and citations, including the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V, the Army Commendation Medal, the Good Conduct Medal with Two Stars, the Navy Occupation Service Medal and Korean Service Medal with One Star. In…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Saunders, Kimberly

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SAUNDERS, Kimberly, 42, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was preceded in death by her son, Brandon. Survivors include her seven children, Ashley, Randy, Kristina, Brooke, Makayla, Kevin and Justin; one grandson, Trey; her three sisters, Sherri, Tammy and Lisa; brother, Brock; mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Burns; father, George Haymore; grandmothers, Hazel and Phyllis; grandfather, Dick; as well as other loving family and friends. A memorial service will…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Sawyer, Gladys

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Gladys M. Sawyer SUFFOLK - Gladys M. Sawyer of the 500 block of Third Ave. died Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Rising St. James PHC. Crocker Funeral Home is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sensabaugh, Robert Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              s will be held at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Dean Staton officiating. Burial will follow at Collierstown Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Simmons, Caleb

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Roosevelt Cemetery. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Simms, Patricia A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  SIMMS, Ms. Patricia A., of Richmond, departed this life October 21, 2008. She is survived by her two sons, Jermaine and Jerard Simms Jr.; three brothers, Willie Whitaker Jr., Eugene and Stanley Austin; two uncles, Major and James Richardson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, best friend, Christie; fianc‚e, Joseph Anderson; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where funeral services will be held Monday, October 27, at 10 a.m. Rev. Larry C. Miles officiating.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Smith Sr., Robert Mason

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Robert M. Smith Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Mason Smith Sr., 76, passed away Oct. 22, 2008. Mr. Smith served our country proudly retiring from the United States Navy. He was also retired from Gypsum Co. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Rosalie Ann Smith and four children, Rosalie Ann Brunson, Robert Mason Smith Jr., Wayne Richard Smith Sr. and Roy Wilson Smith; 14 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Smith, Thomas Floyd

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Smith Jr., Leonard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Leonard Smith Jr. PORTSMOUTH - Leonard Smith Jr., 51, of the 200 block of Choate St., passed away Oct. 22, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He was born and raised in Portsmouth. He was employed by the City of Chesapeake as a sanitation manager. He leaves to cherish his memory a wife, Janice P. Smith; two daughters, two sons, mother, Maxine Smith; two sisters, three brothers, nine grandchildren and a special friend. Also left to cherish his memory are a host of other relatives and friends.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Smith Jr., Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Thomas W. Smith Jr. RICHMOND - Thomas W. Smith Jr., 89, formerly of Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully Oct. 23, 2008, after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Wright Smith; two sons, Thomas W. III (Rosie) and David (Angela); and four grandchildren, Andrew (Shannon), Leslie, Kyle and Claire. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Alice Tillotson; a brother, Hugh McIntyre Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Beryl…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Smith Jr., Thomas W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            SMITH, Thomas W. Jr., 89, formerly of Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully October 23, 2008, after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Wright Smith; two sons, Thomas W. III (Rosie) and David (Angela); and four grandchildren, Andrew (Shannon), Leslie, Kyle and Claire. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Alice Tillotson; a brother, Hugh McIntyre Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Beryl; and a sister, Beryl Beam…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sparrow, Freddie J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SPARROW, Freddie J., of Richmond, departed this life October 23, 2008. He is survived by three daughters, Keosha, Tarsha and Keona; three sons, Detwon, Damien and Cedric; 14 grand- children; his father and mother, Fred and Della Mae Sparrow; his maternal grandmother, Linear Jackson; one sister, Francine Sparrow; four brothers, Willie, James, Richard and Cornelius Sparrow; four aunts, Terry Gilmore, Linda Jeffress, Debbie Dean and Juanita Womack; six uncles, Eddie and Ernest Jeffress, William Jackson,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Spears, Iva Hollingsworth Webb

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                SPEARS, Iva Hollingsworth Webb, 83, of Chesterfield, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008. She was the widow of Glenn Hollingsworth, Robert Webb and Charles Spears. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Marie H. and F. Wayne Bass; grandson, Christopher Wayne Bass and his wife, Maria; granddaughter, Holly Bass Peters and her husband, David; grandson, Brian Glenn Bass and his wife, Natalie; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Virginia Bass, Peyton and Reagan Peters, Adam and Sam Bass; one niece,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Street, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  s will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sturman, Bertha West

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    STURMAN, Bertha West, 83, of Richmond, died Friday, October 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Sturman; and her son, William Sturman. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia S. Sanders; her grandchildren, William L. Sturman Jr., Laura S. Biltz, Katherine E. Phillips, M. Corey Hall and Zachary T. Hall; nine great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ruby Sturman and Emma Mae Palmer. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sykes, Janeice

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Janeice S. Sykes PORTSMOUTH - Janeice S. Sykes, 32, of the 500 block of Roosevelt Blvd., died Oct. 21, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center after having lost the battle with diabetes. She was the only child of Janice P. Sykes of Portsmouth and Dennis L. Sykes of Chesapeake. Cherishing her memory are her daughter, Ebony Nicole Sykes; her mother, Janice; father, Dennis; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and many devoted friends. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Corprew Funeral Home…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Taylor, Katherine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      TAYLOR, Katherine "Mammy." Our beloved Mammy passed away October 23, 2008 surrounded by her family. She was born in East Bridgewater, Mass. and moved to Seminole in 2004 from Gwynn's Island, Va. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Lawrence Taylor; her son, Bruce Taylor (Virginia); daughters, Susan Green, Kathleen Farriss, and Joyce Weatherford; son-in-law, Charles Weatherford; grandchildren, Bonney and Shawna Green, Brian and Scott Farriss, Jason Weatherford and Christy Lagorio, Katie…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Thornsbury, Hewey J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        time on Monday at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Thornton, Estelle Byrd - Estelle Byrd Thornton Estelle Byrd Thornton age 82, beloved mother and friend, passed over in peace to her Lord and Savior on the 20th ....

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Thornton, Sarah B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            THORNTON, Mrs. Sarah B., of Richmond, departed this life July 7, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Thornton; and one stepdaughter, Pauline Stringfield. She is survived by one daughter, Sarah Warden; one son, Herman L. Brown Jr.; three grandchildren, Hiram Brown, Sharon Grant and Gregory Lockhart; five great- grandchildren; one brother, Willie Vaughan; three stepdaughters, three stepsons, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one daughter-in-law, Pearl Brown; three sisters-in-law, Esther…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Tovey, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              . Arrangements are being handled by Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Unger, Eric Richard - Eric Richard Unger Eric Richard Unger, age 18 of Warrenton, Va. died October 22, 2008 the result of an automobile accident. He was born ....

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  BIRCKHEAD - Lillian L. Birck-head, of Charlottesville, died Saturday, October 25, 2008, at a local hospital. Arrang-ements will be announced by Teague Funeral Service. Published in the Charlottesville Daily Progress on 10/26/2008 Create a Memorial Website Hilker, John HILKER - John Hamilton Hilker, 78, of Charlottesville, died Friday October 24, 2008, at his residence. Arrange-ments with Hill and Wood Funeral Home are incomplete. Published in the Charlottesville Daily Progress on 10/26/2008 Create a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Upton, Doris

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Doris Cherry Upton NORFOLK - Doris Cherry Upton, 81, of the 1900 block of Edgewood Ave., passed away Oct. 24, 2008, in her home. A native of Norfolk, she was the daughter of the late Margaret and Sidney L. Cherry Sr. and the widow of Herbert Walker Upton. She was a member of the First Church of God-Anderson. Mrs. Upton is survived by her daughter, Peggy Upton Kennedy and husband Roger of Norfolk; two brothers, Thomas N. Cherry and Sidney L. Cherry Jr. and wife Shirley, all of Norfolk; one grandchild; and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Vance, Earl Junior

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      VANCE, Earl Junior, 68, of Cordova, Tenn., and formerly of Richmond and Midlothian, Va., died October 24, 2008 surrounded by his loved ones in the comfort of his home. Earl was a devoted family man who dedicated his life to their support and care. He worked for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company for 26 years until his retirement in 2002. He began his professional career right out of high school with Western Union, starting on the teletype and working his way up to manager over 16 years. For fun, he relayed…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Walker, Matleen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Ms. Matleen "Skeeter" Walker, of Petersburg, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. She was born on March 17, 1918 in Dinwiddie County, Va. She was the daughter of the late Arthur Walker and Lelia Malone Walker. She accepted Christ at an early age at Olive Branch Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, Va. When she moved to Petersburg, she joined Mount Olivet Baptist Church. She attended school in Dinwiddie and college at Virginia State. Her early career choice was that of cosmetology.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Walsh, Bernice O'Neal Beverley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          WALSH, Bernice O'Neal Beverley, Mother, Grandmother, and dear and generous friend to many, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on October 25, 2008 at Johnston-Willis Hospital. Bernice was born at Amelia Court House, Va., on July 24, 1924, the daughter of Earl Wilson and Margaret O'Neal. Her dad died in 1930 and her mother in 1973. She is survived by her siblings Frances O. Harris and Earl Wilson O'Neal Jr. of Amelia and Charlotte Jennings of Richmond, and preceded in death by her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Walters, Floe Ella

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            s 11 a.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at the McElwee Cemetery. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Washburn, Lois

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lois R. Washburn VIRGINIA BEACH - Lois Ruth Washburn passed away Oct. 22, 2008, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Loman, Minn., to the late Jacob and Eva Wirkkula. Lois was raised in St. Paul, Minn., where she graduated from Central High School. She was of the Lutheran faith. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, George W. Washburn; sons, Jeffrey J. Beaton, John B. Beaton and wife Gwyneth, Joseph M. Beaton and wife Linda and Jason B. Beaton and wife Michelle; sisters,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Watson, Patricia Jean - Patricia Jean Watson Patricia Jean Watson age 82 died Oct 19,2008 at Gainesville Health and Rehab Center. Born on Nov 14 ,1926 she was ....

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Weatherholtz, Charles Franklin - Charles Franklin Weatherholtz After 67 years on this earth, Charles Franklin Weatherholtz passed away on October 18, 2008 at his home in Warrenton, Virginia. ....

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Webb, Reginald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    for the procession to the church. Viewing will be from noon to 5 p.m. today in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wentt, Janetta E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      WENTT, Janetta E., of Richmond, died October 25, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • White, Kathryn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel. The family is receiving guests at 1722 Seldon Ave., Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wiggins, Lauranetta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Lauranetta Wiggins SUFFOLK - Lauranetta Hyman Wiggins, 64, of the 100 block of Walnut St., passed away Oct. 22, 2008, in her residence. She was a native of Nansemond County and daughter of the late Woodrow W. and Lessie C. Hyman. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in East End Baptist Church, officiated by Dr. Mark A. Croston Sr. Entombment will be in Carver Memorial Cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Williams, Mattie M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            1 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008 at the First Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Williams, Milton Douglas

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Milton Douglas Williams, 85, of Salem, Va., went to be with his Savior on Friday, October 24, 2008. Doug was born in Williamson, W.Va. on April 21, 1923. He was preceded in death by his parents, Major and Marguarite Williams; brother, Marshall Williams; and sister, Emily Long., Doug is survived by his wife of 62 years, Virginia Williams; sons, Michael Williams, of Baton Rouge, La., and Steven Williams and his wife, Lynn, of Salem, Va.; daughter, Jennifer Paschall, of Glen Allen, Va.; five grandchildren,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Williams, Thurman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                . He was a member of Pioneers of America Old Dominion Chapter No. 43, was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II, and a member of the Community United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Hilda Kelly Williams; six children, Thurman H. Williams Jr. of Alpine, Calif., Beverly W. Perrine of Portsmouth, Vickie W. Parker of Chesapeake, Lynn W. Johnson of Chesapeake, Jerry Williams of Apopka, Fla., and Tony Williams of Seabrook, Texas; eight grandchildren, Ricky, Thurman III, Kim, Matthews, Kevin, Travis,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Winbush, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The family of the late Mr. James O. Winbush will receive friends today from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Chapel of the Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, 102 South Ave. Petersburg. Homegoing service will be held on Monday Oct. 27, 2008, at 11 a.m., at the Olive Branch Baptist Church, Dinwiddie. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home. 478-4411.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wrenn, Dr. Hugh O.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    WRENN, Dr. Hugh O., 83, of Richmond, died Saturday, October 25, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Van Brunt Wrenn; his children, Lewis R. Wrenn, Anne Poulson and her husband, Richard and Ellen M. Wrenn; a stepson, Leighton Klevana and his wife, Chandler; four grandchildren, Hundley Poulson, Anna B. Poulson, Elizabeth Klevana and Leighton W. Klevana. Dr. Wrenn was born in Richmond in 1925. He attended Hampden Sydney College before joining the Navy during World War II. He as a graduate of the Medical…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Young, Luther Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    s will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, from Flora Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Eddie Peters and Dr. Paul Stone officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to the Rocky Mount Fire Department, c/o Chief Posey Dillon, 200 Brookshire Drive, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151 or to Fork Mountain Rescue Squad, c/o Captain Doug Nunn, 1822 Fork Mountain Road, Bassett, Va. 24055. His family will be receiving friends on Saturday, October 25,…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      ZEUGNER, Robert Lloyd, 51, of Las Cruces, N.M., died Thursday, October 9, 2008 after a long struggle with a persistent lung infection. Robert was born in 1957, third son of USMC Col. Robert and Betsy Zeugner, of Petersburg Va., who both predeceased him. Robert received a B.A. from Roanoke College, worked for the Virginia Attorney General's office, made a career in the QUASAS program, and was stationed all over the world. He served with distinction in the U.S. operation Just Cause to liberate Panama.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • de Vera, Isidro

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        . He attended St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church and Holy Spirit Catholic Church. He was an active member and past president of Rotary International of Vigan, Ilocos Sur and was an integral member of the United Ilocano Association of Tidewater Inc. He was also an avid supporter of the Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia in Virginia Beach. He is survived by his sister, Dr. Rose de Vera Hipol and her husband Dr. Manuel A. Hipol of Virginia Beach; his brother, Eufrosino F. de Vera and wife Edna B. de…

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