| William H. Aldridge, 77, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. Goldie M. Amos, 82, of Troutville, Va., died Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Celebration of life will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Bonsack Baptist Church. Arrangements Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services. will conducted 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2008, from the Updike Funeral Home Chapel in Huddleston, Va. AVANTS, Elizabeth Fahed, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord and her family on October 15, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Owen Avants; three daughters, Elaine and Dana Hughes and Christina Radford; two sons, Eddie and Michael Hughes; two sisters, Marie Davenport and Shirley Coulbourn; 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her daughter, Betty Hughes. A private mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Catholic Church.… BAKER, Cynthia Ewell, age 74, entered eternal rest on October 10, 2008. She was born on November 19, 1933 in New Rochelle, New York, to Mary Turner Ayers and the late Douglas Ewell. She is survived by her mother, Mary Turner Ayers. She was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Ewell; and stepfather, John R. Ayers; and devoted aunt, Lucy T. Baugh. Leaving those devoted to cherish her memory are Lateefah Madyun (Nadine), Willie Richards (Sonny), David Ayers, Calvin Hopkins, Robbin and Sylvester Bryce,… . Mildred F. Barnes MURFREESBORO - Mildred Fleetwood Barnes, 77, of the 400 block of S. Fourth St., died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Parker's Grove Baptist Church. Wilder's Funeral Home is in charge. R. Glynn Bashford VIRGINIA BEACH - On Oct. 16, 2008, R. Glynn Bashford lost his courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by wife, Fawn; two daughters, Erin and Sheri; mother, Lora; brother, Neal; and grandson, Trevor. Services will be held at King's Grant Presbyterian Church Saturday at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, make donations to the The Lukemia & Lymphoma Society or to the King's Grant Presbyterian Church memorial fund., Charities time on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Oakey's East Chapel, Cloverdale Road, Bonsack, Va., 540-977-3909. Joseph Benton III PORTSMOUTH - Joseph Benton III, 61, formerly of the Brighton section, died Oct. 5, 2008, in Waianae, Hawaii. Born in Portsmouth, Mr. Benton graduated from I.C. Norcom High School, Class of 1964 and Hampton Institute, Class of 1968. He was a Navy veteran. Survivors include his daughter, Jadda Patterson; mother, Grace Benton; three sisters, Thelma Spruill (Robert), Alice Benton and Sharon Benton; two brothers, Stanley Benton and Ronnie Benton; two grandchildren, Natalia Alonzo and Jaron… BERDUGO, Gregory Kane. A life cut short, Gregory Kane Berdugo, of Glen Allen, Va., fondly known as Greg, left this earth on October 11, 2008, as a result of a tragic auto accident just three days after his 22nd birthday. Greg was a 2005-graduate of Hunterdon Central High School, Flemington, N.J. More recently he was pursuing a Business Administration degree at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, Va. His parents, Mishela Monce and Richard Berdugo, and his brother, Shaun, ask that you join… Florence K. Bohannon VIRGINIA BEACH - Florence Kathryn Bailey Bohannon, 88, passed away peacefully Oct. 16, 2008. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com. . Condolences may be offered to the family at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Riverbend Park, Marion. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, Va. s will be held noon on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. Dr. Michael Palmer and the Rev. Jesse H. Powell will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Military Honors by the U.S. Navy. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-382-1237. On Oct. 13, 2008, Ronald Jeffery Butcher departed this life at ODU Hospital in Oklahoma. He confessed Christ at an early age and joined Hunting Quarter Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by John and Hazel Butcher. He is survived by his wife, Greta Butcher; stepson, Eddie. He also leaves behind nine siblings, Calvin (Mary) Winfred, William, John Butcher, Annie (Clifton) Poarch, Valerie (Thomas) Parham, Addie Alexandre, Brenda (Kenrick) Willis and Virginia Taylor; uncles, James (Neveda) Butcher, James… will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Barry Mumpower, Dickie Green, Jan Nichols, Tommy Cornett, Bill Barnes and Carl Seavers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cassidy United Methodist Church, 5801 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport, TN, 37664. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, Charities CARNES, Myrna Ann Ragan, 71, of Chesterfield, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson. Myrna is survived by her daughters, Tammi Mence and Tracey Temple; six grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Southside Baptist Church. A viewing will be held 30 minutes prior to the service with a time of visitation with the family immediately following the service. The family is being… s 11 a.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, in the Mechanicsburg Cemetery. Arrangements by A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate. Sharon Denise Carter EDENTON - Sharon Denise Carter, 45, of the 300 block of East Church St., died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Providence Missionary Baptist Church. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. CARTER, Booker T. of Glen Allen, Va. departed this life October 15, 2008 at McGuire Hospital. He is survived by his devoted wife, Iris; son, George; three grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mary J. Brown; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. His remains rest at the Henry W Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy. Ashland, Va. Funeral services will be held at the Brown Grove Baptist Church, 9328 Ashcake Rd. Ashland, Va. at 12 noon. Rev. Earl Hall, officiating. Interment, Roselawn Memory… CARTER, Mollie Virginia Bass, 80, of Chesterfield, widow of Hubert Elden Carter Jr., went to be with the Lord October 14, 2008. She is survived by two sons, Elden Eugene Carter and Ronald Hubert Carter and his wife, Lois; daughter, Linda Ann Jarvis and her husband, Gary; brother, Wray Bass; sister, Ruth Elaine Thorpe; devoted caregivers, Margie Wright and Susie Custalow; nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many other loving family and friends. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8… will be held noon on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. 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 Mr. Thomas Edward Clements, 65, of Rocky Mount, Va., died on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va. s 11 a.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, at Green Ridge Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Geraldine Hillas (Gerry) Cox, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. A longtime member of St. Andrews Catholic Church, she was a member of St. Andrews choir for over 60 years. For many years, Gerry led tours of St. Andrews Church, which is a registered State and National Historical Landmark. Gerry contributed a chapter on the History of the Stained Glass Windows in the book, "On the Hill" St. Andrew's Parish Roanoke, Va., by Margaret Maier Cochener. Gerry was… s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2008, at the Faith Bible Church. Arrangements by Pulaski Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Roy Law will officiate. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. DAVIS, Tilton Ray, 66, of Dunnsville, died Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at his residence. He was a retired employee of VDOT. He was preceded in death by his son, James. Tilton is survived by his wife, Etta Cox Davis; one son, Tilton Ray Davis Jr. of Dunnsville; one brother, Calvin Davis of Dunnsville; and one sister, Ann Schools of Ashland. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Marks-Bristow Funeral Home, Tappahannock. Interment will follow in Rappahannock Christian Church… 3 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707. Carlo R. Didio PORTSMOUTH - Carlo Rocco Didio, 88, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth and member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, died in his home Oct. 16, 2008. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and a dear friend to many. He is survived by his sons, Joseph and wife Anne, Carl and wife Sharon, Jerry and wife Dona and Louis; daughters, Teresa Baker and husband Brian, and Joan Blanchard and husband Skip; grandchildren, Matthew Didio, Mark Didio, David Didio, Devin Farley,… s, but his family will receive friends anytime at the home of his sister, Mae Dooley, 1152 Edwards Dr., Bedford. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bedford, 540-586-7360. 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… Duckhardt, William Charles "Bill" DUCKHARDT, William Charles "Bill," 76, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Born on December 28, 1931, in Short Pump, Virginia, he leaves behind his bride of 53 years, Ray Dian Allen Duckhardt; their daughters, Melonie Wood (Fred) and Wendy Zigler; two granddaughters, Tiffany Lynn Luckey (Matthews) and Kara Zigler; great-grandsons, Chad Daniel, David Patrick and Ryan Christopher Luckey; a sister, Rosemary Whittington (Gil); brother, Donald Duckhardt; sister-in-law, Bobbie Garrett (Buddy);… Frances Louise Clark (Frances) Dudding, 80, died Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home, 434-237-9424. Gregoria F. Ellorin VIRGINIA BEACH - Gregoria F. Ellorin, 83, of the 200 block of Golden Maple Drive, passed away Oct. 15, 2008, in her home. A native of Las Pinas, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Monica Fuerte and the widow of Antonino L. Ellorin. She was a member of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. She is survived by her two daughters, Lourdes E. Gandia and husband Dominador and Teresita E. Riel and husband Macario; six sons, Juanito F. Ellorin and wife Erlinda, Rodolfo F.… Elmore Sr., Calvin Sherwood "Shorty" ELMORE, Calvin Sherwood "Shorty" Sr., 58, of Beaverdam, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Deborah C. Elmore; two sons, Calvin S. Elmore Jr. and Angelina Elmore, and Kevin W. Elmore; one daughter, Tammy L. Elmore and Michael LaForce; two grandchildren, Leanna and Emma Pritchett; one brother, Jack Elmore; one nephew, Phillip Elmore; one niece, Christina Elmore; and his special friends, Jim Mulligan, Vanessa Cole-Elmore (his Sugar Bo) and Chris Capozzi, Larry… s at the Dudley Memorial Mortuary, Bluefield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Activities Dept. of Heritage Hall, 121 Ben Bolt Ave., Tazewell, VA 24651, Attn: Donna Jones. Kathryn L.M. Falk VIRGINIA BEACH - Kathryn L.M. Falk, 68, after a courageous 8-year battle with cancer, died Oct. 14, 2008, in Virginia Beach. She was born in Norfolk, the daughter of the late Mary A. Owens and James Earl Moore Sr. and was preceded in death by her brother, James Earl Moore Jr. Survivors include her husband, Charles Edward Falk Sr.; her daughter, Janet Falk; son, Charles Edward "Eddie" Falk Jr. and wife Susan; grandchildren, Jamie Sanford, C.E. Falk, Wesley Falk, all of Virginia… 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… Anthony Joseph Fiorentino, 76, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. A Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Salem. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Oct 17, 2008 Frances Gardner Hodges, 89, of Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at Pulaski Community Hospital in Pulaski. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel, is handling arrangements. Glen F. Friday, of 25113 Floyd Ave., Petersburg (Dinwiddie County), died Wednesday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral and burial services will be held in Jackson, Miss. A complete obituary will appear in Sunday's edition. Remains rest at the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. time. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707. Oct 17, 2008 Gloria Ann Beal, 59, of Mt. Vernon, N.Y., and formerly of Martinsville, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in Mt. Vernon. Hines Funeral Services is handling arrangements. GOODE, George S. Jr., of Richmond, departed this life, October 15, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. GREEN, Mrs. Ollie Mae, of Richmond, departed this life October 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Green Sr. She is survived by her son, Willie Green Jr.; two grand-children, Jenifer Megan Green and Willie Green III; one great-granddaughter, Jeylan Raeshelle Moody; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, among them, Singie Rump and Bennie Lee Holman Jr. (Mary Catherine); one daughter-in-law, Raerusselle R. Green; one brother-in-law, Shellie Green (Jackie); and other relatives and… GREENWOOD, James Bunnie "J.B," 78, of Litwalton, died October 15, 2008. Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Marie S. Greenwood; daughters, Jean G. Redd of Lively and JoAnne Crowther of Warsaw. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Currie Funeral Home, Kilmarnock. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Kilmarnock. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Virginia, P.O. Box 2098, Tappahannock, Va. 22560. s will be conducted 8 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel, Abingdon, Va., 276-628-2131. 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… or other times at the residence. Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Edenton United Methodist Church, 225 Virginia Road, Edenton, NC 27932. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the many wonderful caregivers for the love and care shown to their mother in recent years., Charities HARRIER, Dwight Charles, 91, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Born on June 4, 1917 in Allentown, Pa., he is survived by Jean, his loving wife of 62 years; four children, Gregory; Linda Diamond and husband, Ron; Jayne Sharpe and husband, Ronnie; and Douglas and wife, Susan; seven grandsons and one granddaughter. Honorably discharged from the United States Navy in 1946, Dwight graduated from Indiana Technical College in 1949. He was employed by the Virginia Department of Highways for 35 years, as… 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… . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home. Online condolences sent to www.maberryfuneralhome.com. Merle Junior Hayes WINDSOR - Merle Junior Hayes, 60, of the 900 block of US 13-17 South, died Oct. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in World Harvest Christian Center. Wilder's Funeral Home is in charge. s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday October 18, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. Interment with Military Honors will be in Mill Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, and Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221 HEISTAND, The Rt. Rev. Joseph T., passed away at his home on October 14, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Roberta Lush Heistand; his three daughters, Hilary Long and husband, Henry P. Long Jr., Andrea Boyd and husband, The Rev. Lawrence Boyd, and The Rev. Virginia Heistand; seven grandchildren, Henry P. Long III, Joseph Thomas Heistand Long, Caroline Richmond Long, Hilary Wynn Long, Henry Harrison Heistand, Emily Ann Heistand, and Elizabeth Caroline Heistand. "Joe" Heistand was born… Holder, Joseph Franklin "Frank" HOLDER, Joseph Franklin "Frank," age 91, died October 15, 2008. He is survived by his devoted wife, Adeline S. Holder; one son, Joseph E. Holder (Cathy); two daughters, Judy H. Traylor (Frank) and Karen H. Daniel (Junie); four grandchildren, Neal Hawthorne (Elyse), Traci Jalette, Jason Holder (Hilary), Meghan Holder; and three great-grandchildren, Christa Sue Holder, Molly Jalette and Andrew Hawthorne. He is also survived by many friends and loving family members, including five devoted nieces and… celebrating Ople's life will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at the Mount Pleasant Methodist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Liz Mortlock officiating. Online condolence may be made to www.lotzfuneralhome.com. HUGHES, Mrs. Hazel M., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. She is survived by her son, William F. Hughes Jr. (Kimberly); daughter, Naomi R. Gaines; three grandchildren, Antoinette Pride, Robin Pride and Marinda Fogan; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St., where the family will receive friends Friday (today), 6 to 7 p.m. and where funeral service will be held Saturday, October 18, at 11… , he graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1954 with a B.S. in industrial engineering. He was a member of the Georgia Tech Marching Band and served as captain. He had a full career with Burlington Industries for 31 years, retiring as an Executive Vice President. During his life, he served in many volunteer capacities to include the Jaycees, the Boy Scouts of America in Virginia, the Rotary Club in Arkansas, President of the Youth Council of Monticello, Ark., Board member of Commercial Bank… Helen B. Irby, 88, of Bedford, Va., died on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. JACKSON, Catherine R., of Doswell, Va., departed this life October 13, 2008. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 18, 2008, 1 p.m., at the Jerusalem Baptist Church, Doswell, Va. Interment Providence Baptist Church, Ashland, Va. Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Oct 17, 2008 The funeral for John Thomas Oliver, 84, of College Drive, Martinsville, who died Oct. 13, 2008, was held Thursday at Norris Funeral Services with the Revs. Haywood Alcorn and Ron Gardner officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Jason Oliver, Bryce Oliver, Mathew Oliver, Wesley Oliver, Sherman Oliver, J.W. Beck, Roger Doyle, David Moose, Brian Bowles and George Stanley. Paul Tull Johnson WATTSVILLE - Paul Tull Johnson, 53, died Oct. 8, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Friendship UM Church. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge. Bessie F. Johnson CHESAPEAKE - Bessie Frances Johnson, 82, passed away Oct. 14, 2008, at Bay Pointe Medical Rehabilitation Center. Bessie was a member of the Living Waters Church of God, a faithful member of the Women's Willing Workers - Ladies Ministries and former Sunday school teacher. Also, she was a former clerk and Sunday school superintendant of the Benson Church of God in Benson, N.C. Surviving are her loving husband of 59 years, Kirby E. Johnson and her children Kirby L. Johnson Sr. and wife… JONES, Clifton L. Sr., of Richmond, died October 15, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. Rosa Brown Joyner EDENTON - Rosa Brown Joyner, 101, of the 100 block of E. Carteret St., died Oct. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at noon in the Edenton United Methodist Church. The body will be in the church at 11 a.m. Saturday. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. KIMBROUGH, Mr. Stanley Dallas, journeyed from this life into God's eternal care on October 15, 2008. A kind, gentle, and loving husband, son and friend, he believed Christ's promise, "...I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever liveth and believeth in Me shall never die." (John 11: 25-26). Stan was a retiree of the Richmond Police Department, and was owner of the former 332nd Hobby Shop of Richmond. He is survived by… celebrating Agnes' 94 years will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at the Troutville Church of the Brethren, 5133 Lee Highway, Troutville with the Rev. Chris Foster and the Rev. J. Weldon Myers officiating. Interment in Daleville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider The Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825-A Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018 or The , 4504 Starkey Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24014. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va. Mollie W. Kiser, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held noon on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Robert Copenhaver officiating. Arrangements are by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. Cornelia Callie Lark, 88, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. was held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in Holly Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations will be accepted on behalf of Katrina's minor children by her aunt, Sharon Ange, at 408-6598. James Davis Leftwich, 88, of Pittsboro, N.C., formerly of Colonial Heights, Va., passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jefferson Davis Leftwich and Sarah Woolridge Leftwich, and his brothers, Herman, Preston and Thomas Leftwich. James is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sue Marshall Leftwich; children, Steve Leftwich, and Ann Leftwich Stewart and her husband, Charles Thomas Stewart; grandchildren, Ben, Jeff, Danny and Hilary Stewart; and his younger brother,… Eva Mae Lilliston TASLEY - Eva Mae Lilliston, 66, died Oct. 10, 2008. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Metompkin Baptist Church, Parksley. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge. s 11 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va. s will be conducted noon on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Parkway Temple. Online condolences can be made at James N. Matthews MERRY HILL - James Norfleet Matthews, 75, of the 400 block of Farless Road, died Oct. 15, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Riverside Baptist Church. Walker Funeral Home is in charge. .com s will be 1 p.m. Monday, October 20, 2008, at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. McBRIDE, Anna M. Buschauer, of Midlothian, Va., peacefully joined her husband and son with Christ on October 15, 2008. Born February 22, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, she relocated to Midlothian, Va., in 1971. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar L. McBride; and a son, Gary J. McBride. She is survived by her children, Allen J. McBride of Rougemont, N.C., and Deborah M. Jessie McBride of Midlothian, Va.; siblings, Margaret Rubrich, George Buschauer and Mary Weiss, all of Chicago, Illinois;… will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family at Andrewsmortuary.com. McCOY, James Arthur, departed this life October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Mary McNabb, 73, of Fincastle, Va., died on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Daleville, Va. MEEKINS, Mrs. Rebecca Workman, of Richmond, departed this life October 16, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Manasseh V. Melton Jr. WINDSOR - Manasseh Vernon Melton Jr. of the 22400 block of Courthouse Hwy. died Oct. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Crocker Funeral Home Chapel. Barbara Ann C. Moore COLERAIN - Barbara Ann Chamblee Moore, 64, of the 100 block of Perry School Road, died Oct. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Greater Wynn's Grove Baptist Church. Wilder's Funeral Home is in charge. Moore, Elizabeth F. (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Elizabeth F. Moore March 26, 2007, Happy Anniversary!, Today is our 39th Wedding Anniversary. Our second with my "Sweetie Elizabeth" in Heaven with the Lord. She was beautiful from the inside out here on earth. Now she has no pain and has a beautiful new body of Heavenly design. We were as one here on earth and I feel we still are, although I'm still on earth., She is sorely missed by me and the rest of our family Eric L. Moore AYDLETT - Eric Lynn Moore, 33, of the 800 block of Aydlett Road, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at his residence surrounded by his loving family and friends. Mr. Moore, born in Norfolk, was the son of Carl Marrion Moore and Jessie Naomi Parker Moore of Aydlett and the husband of Miriam Nayeli Mojarro Moore of the residence. He was a painter at Performance Chevrolet and a member of Sharon United Methodist Church. Besides his parents and wife, he is survived by a sister, Kathryn Beyersdorf and… s will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Elmo McLaurin officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Mr. Edward William Murdock Sr., 86, of 428 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, Va., departed this life on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. Edward was born on Nov. 4, 1921, in Washington, D.C. He was a retired tractor trailer driver and cab driver. He also served on the Alexandria, Va. Association of Taxicabs where he served as the secretary. He was preceded in death by his father, mother and sister. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Gladys V. Murdock of Petersburg, Va.; children, David Murdock of… Oct 17, 2008 The funeral for Nancy Marie Ferrell Davis, 69, of Ridgeway, who died Oct. 14, 2008, was held Thursday at Wayside Baptist Church in Ridgeway. The Rev. Billy Hicks officiated, and burial was in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers were Craig Hicks, Chad Stallard, Jonathan Hicks, Joshua Hicks, Charles Anderson and Christopher Stallard. NUNNELLY, Mrs. Thelma Lewis, 80, of Durham, N.C., formerly of Blackstone, Va., died Wednesday, October 15, 2008. She is the widow of Eugene M. "Scritch" Nunnelly. Thelma is survived by two children, Mrs. Gene N. Swedish and her husband, Joseph, of Novi, Mich., and Wallace E. Nunnelly of Durham; three grandchildren, Ian Swedish of Ann Arbor, Mich., Evan Swedish of St. Paul, Minn., and Erin Swedish of Toledo, Ohio; sisters, Virginia Peel, Rayzelle Meredith and her husband, Pete, and Carolyn… James A. Orlowski VIRGINIA BEACH - James Anthony Orlowski, 44, of Richmond, formerly of Virginia Beach, died suddenly Oct. 6, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Blanca; children, Chad and Hunter Orlowski, Cory and Angelica Golding, all of Richmond, and Michael Knutsen of Virginia Beach; his parents, Thomas and Joan Orlowski of Virginia Beach; sister, Karen Orlowski of Virginia Beach; brothers, Paul Orlowski of Virginia Beach, Tom and Vincent Orlowski of Knotts Island, N.C. A memorial Mass will be held… will be held Saturday at noon in Loving Funeral Home, Portsmouth. Dorothy M. Peele, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16,2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Ellis Phelps EDENTON - Ellis Phelps, 69, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at noon in St. Mary Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ, Creswell. Puckett-Puckett Funeral Service is in charge. PINNEY, Johnathan Christopher, age 29, of Midlothian, Va., departed this life on Thursday, September 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William W. Beasley Jr., and Wilbur S. and Peggy Beasley Pinchbeck. He is survived by his loving parents, Terry and Linda Pinney; two sisters, Ashley and Katie Pinney; his grandmother, Eloise Pinney; and a great-uncle, Paul H. Fox. He was a member of Salisbury Presbyterian Church, where he was also a Boy Scout. He attended Riverside School, Benedictine… Willard Claude Pulley VIRGINIA BEACH - Willard Claude "Dick" Pulley, 76, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at the Hampton Veterans Medical Center. He was born in Richmond to the late William Bernard and Helen Fifer Pulley, and was also preceded in death by his sister, Jean Lalich. He served his country in the Korean War and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He graduated from University of Richmond and was one of the original founders of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Some of his philanthropic work included him… will be held at a later date. Altmeyer Funeral Home, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach, is handling the arrangements. Condolences can be made at, Charities s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at the Copper Hill Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Branan Thompson and Dr. Jeff Scott officiating. Interment in the Restvale Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 17, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home in Floyd, Va. will follow at 3 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the , P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058., Charities REED, Sharon Foster, 43, of Glen Allen, passed away October 16, 2008. She was preceded in death by her brother, Steve B. Foster. She is survived by her husband, Jack Reed; two sons, Daniel Foster and Zack Reed; her parents, Henry and Joyce Foster; two brothers, Henry Foster Jr. and his wife, Brenda, and Thomas Foster and his wife, Melody; four nieces and one nephew; also her father and mother-in-law, Jerry and Linda Reed; sister-in-law, Leslie LeBlanc; and a very close cousin, Pam Melton. The family will… s will follow in Cedar Wood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hertford United Methodist Church, 200 Dobbs St., Hertford, NC 27944., Charities .com. ROBINSON, Walter W., 76, of Varina, departed this life October 15, 2008 at St. Mary's Hospital. He is survived by a wife, children, family and friends. No memorial services. Remains will be cremated. ROBINSON, Eldridge Jr., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. Remains rest at the Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home, 2200 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. The family may be contacted at 218-0187. James Preston Robinson Sr., 84, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. s are private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is in charge. Aaron Rome Jr. EDENTON - Aaron Rome Jr., 62, of the 1400 block of Virginia Road, died Oct. 14, 2008. A funeral will be held today at 11 a.m. in Beaver Hill Cemetery. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. s. Those wishing to share memories or condolence messages with the family may do so online by visiting www.MercerFuneralHome.com. Mercer Funeral Home & Crematory of Bluefield, W.Va., is serving the family of Rumley family. Helen Ham Saunders, 74, of Salem, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. SCHAEFER, Herman Fred, 85, of Orange, Va., formerly of Rapidan, died October 16, 2008 at the Dogwood Village of Orange. Born September 22, 1923 in Chicago, Illinois, he is survived by his wife, Alice Peyton Taylor Shotwell Schaefer of Orange. A memorial funeral service will be held at a later date. Preddy Funeral Home of Orange is in charge of arrangements. Robert Jordan Shoemaker, 77, of Lexington, Va., died on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. Sigmon, Clara Theora Guilliams Clara Theora Guilliams Sigmon, 100, of Callaway, Va., a loving mother and grandmother went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. She loved the Lord, reading her Bible, her family, her mountain home and her two dogs, "BB" and "CC." Preceding Clara in death were her loving husband of 60 years, James Norman Sigmon; son and daughter-in-law, Marvin Mansfield Sigmon and wife, Eva; parents, Henry Lee and Charlotte Belle Mason Guilliams; sisters and brothers,… James M. Simmons, 61, of Sutherland, died Oct. 15, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. The Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, will announce funeral arrangements. SMITH, Mr. Henry L. "Smitty," of Henrico, departed this life October 13, 2008. He is survived by one daughter, Maria M. Bentley; one brother, James Smith (Alma); two sisters, Justine Williams and Henrietta Plummer; three grandchildren; his beloved fiancee, Shirley M. Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where the family will receive friends Friday (today) from 7 to 8 p.m., and where funeral services will… Robert Emil (Bob) Soler, 89, of the Elks National Home, Bedford, Va., died on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Bob was a truly warm and loving man; he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on January 30, 1919, a son of the late Sophie Lastra and his stepfather, Joaquin Lastra. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Lawrence Soler, who was the mother of his children; his son, Steven Robert Soler; and his brother, Antone Soler.,… Stephens, Latreesa Fay Ferrell On Saturday, October 11, 2008, God whispered to his angel, Latreesa Fay Ferrell (Pokey) Stephens, "Come unto me, peace be thine." Latreesa was born on May 14, 1967, to the late Evangelist Rosa Lee Ferrell Hickman and Freddie Fralin in Roanoke, Va. She graduated from Patrick Henry High School class of 1985 and attended National Business College., Latreesa was preceded in death by her mother, Evangelist Rosa L. Ferrell Hickman; brother, Oddy Fralin; and grandfather, Harvey Harris., Latreesa was… Mrs. Melody S. Stovall, 55, of Salem, Va., transitioned from this life on Friday, October 10, 2008, at home in the presence of her family. She was born in Salem, Va., on November 7, 1952, to the late Joshua and Mildred Stewart. She graduated from Andrew Lewis in 1970 and attended Hampton Institute (University) where she received her B.S. in marketing in 1974. Melody was the first executive director at The Harrison Museum of African American Culture. For the past 10 years she was the self-sufficiency… STRICKLER, Mildred Anne, born November 19, 1928, died October 15, 2008. She was the widow of Frank N. Strickler. She was preceded in death by her brother and sister, Ernest Horner and Phyllis Heath. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra S. Barnes; her son and daughter-in-law, Frank W. and Karen C. Strickler; her sisters, Doris Howell of Charlotte, N.C., Susie Hall of Richmond, Va., and Linda Scearce of Midlothian, Va.; five grandchildren, Edwin T. Barnes (Crystal), Christopher S. Strickler (Helen), Michael… s will be 11 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, in the Gethsemane Baptist Church conducted by Pastor Jerry Gibson with interment to follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. The full obituary will be in Saturday's paper. Arrangements are being handled by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. David Nathanial Swain, 76, of Salem, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2008. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 19, 2008, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Sons, Salem, Va. Oct 17, 2008 The funeral for Tamara Ferguson Young, 37, of Bassett, who died Oct. 13, 2008, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Pentecostal Holiness Assembly Building with the Rev. Avery Preston presiding and the Rev. Terry Hairston officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. She was born in Franklin County on April 19, 1971, to Ronald and Annie Ferguson. She graduated from Bassett High School and… THAXTON, Ronald C. "RC," entered eternal rest peacefully in his home on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late John Thaxton Sr. and Kathleen C. Thaxton. He is survived by his devoted wife of 20 years, Claudia T. Thaxton of Mechanicsville, Va.; his five children, eight grandchildren, and one great-grandson; his brothers, John Thaxton Jr. (Jean) and Norman Thaxton; two aunts, Hilda Giovanni and Lucy Hughes; dearest and devoted friends, John and Irene Loving;… .com. The Tiller family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Massey Funeral Home Chapel of Aulander. Jean L. Traylor GATES - Jean Longshore Traylor, 85, of Hackley Road, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008 in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk. Mrs. Traylor was born May 24, 1923, in LaGrange, Ga., and was the daughter of the late Lillian S. Longshore Holmes and George Curtis Longshore Sr. A graduate of Center High School, she had retired from the Albemarle Regional Library and was a member of Eure Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Bill Joe Traylor.… will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke Chapel. Oct 17, 2008 The funeral for Truman Douglas “Doug” Young, 40, of Bassett, who died Oct. 13, 2008, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Pentecostal Holiness Assembly Building with the Rev. Avery Preston presiding and the Rev. Terry Hairston officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. He was born in Martinsville Feb. 15, 1968, to Herman Lee Young and Nannie Ruth Young of Bassett. His father… s will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2008, at Updike Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Interment, with Military Honors by American Legion Post #16, will follow in Virginia Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 19, 2008, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va. TURNER, Donald Roger, of Chesterfield, retired proprietor of Donald's Hair Style and Boutique, departed this life October 16, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. Diane Untalan PORTSMOUTH - Services for Diane Untalan will be held at 11 a.m. today in Alexander Baptist Church with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. Ruth Ann Brown Ruth Ann Brown, infant daughter of Justin J. Brown and Jennifer S. Brown, of Lignum, Virginia passed away in the Culpeper Regional Hospital, Thursday, October 9, 2008. Ruth Ann is also survived by her paternal grandparents, Rebecca Lance and her husband, James Lance, William Brown and Karen McGuire, all of Culpeper, Virginia; her maternal grandfather, John L. Swart, of Wolftown, Virginia and aunts Nancy A. Swart and April Lance. Preceding her in death is her maternal grandmother, Ruth Swart.… VASQUEZ, Rosa Orenze, of Glen Allen, born May 18, 1941, went to be with the Lord Saturday, October 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reyinigo Batataan Vasquez; her sisters, Esther and Norma. She is survived by her daughters, Lani and Jane; grandson, Rey; sister, Teresita; brothers, Arcenio and David. She was a devoted, loving and faith-filled mother and wife. A memorial service will be held 12 noon Saturday, October 18, at St. Michael's Catholic Church. On Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, God in His infinite wisdom summoned our loved one to make transition from life here on Earth to eternal rest and peace. Mrs. Luvinia S. Walker, of 1637 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., departed this life at the Golden Living Center, Petersburg, Va. She was the daughter of the late Timothy and Mahazzy Robertson. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her grandson, Morris Jones Jr., and nine siblings. Left to treasure precious memories are one son, Roger… 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.… Betty Heins Ward, 86, died on Friday, September 12, 2008, at Manor Care in Northbrook, Ill., after a long illness. Betty Heins was born on November 21, 1921, in Roanoke, Va., where she grew up as the second daughter of Elmore D. and Reba F. Heins, former owners of the Casselwold Estate, now the Roanoke United Methodist Home on Old Country Club Road. She was predeceased by her sister, Gretchen Heins Brazel, of Darien, Conn.; and is survived by her brother and sisterin-law, Robert D. and Mary Y. Heins, of… Oct 17, 2008 Warren “Dike” Cox, 81, of 977 Powell Road, Lynch Station, died Oct. 15, 2008, at his home. He was born March 9, 1927, in Lynch Station to Wyatt Reid Cox and Lockie West Cox. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 36 years, Edith Chumbley Cox; seven brothers, Richard Cox, Pete Cox, Arnold Cox, Harry Cox, Doug Cox, Milton Cox and John Cox; and a sister, Kitty Fox. He served in Germany during World War II and retired from Lane Co., where he was a supervisor… Charles G. Watson Jr. CHESAPEAKE - Charles G. Watson Jr., 58, died Oct. 11, 2008. Services were held Thursday at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Snellings Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, was in charge. will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 600 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, Va. 24060. In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Wiss requested that contributions be made in her name to her church or to Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Center, 775 Hermitage Road, Wirtz, Va. 24184. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. WRIGHT, Frances Packett, age 90, of Kinsale, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Frances was born on September 11, 1918 to Arthur B. and Eva Broaddus Packett. She was the loving widow of W. Gregory Wright Jr., having been married to him for almost 59 years. She retired after teaching for 37 years in Richmond and Westmoreland County Schools. She was an active member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, Warsaw High School Alumni Association, and of the… WYCHE, Ella Hicks, 66, of Capron, Va., and longtime resident of Southampton County, departed this life peacefully on October 14, 2008. The only child of the late Aretha Hicks, Ella was educated in Southampton County public schools and married Moses Wyche on October 16, 1965. On this road, she filled the lives of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends with love and laughter that overflowed. Those of us who have been touched by her love include her husband of 43 years, Moses; her… YARBOROUGH, Martha G., of Richmond, died October 16, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. Truman Douglas (Doug) Young, 40, of Bassett, died October 13, 2008. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2008, at the Pentecostal Holiness Assembly Building. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. |
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