| ABRUZZESE, Barbara M., age 74, of Chesterfield, Va., died Sunday, October 26, 2008. She was the widow of Robert L. Abruzzese; and is survived by a daughter, Kathryn; two sons, Robert L. II and his wife, Dana, and Thomas P. Abruzzese and his companion, Mary Aldrich; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted 7 p.m. Thursday, October 30, at the Chesterfield Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Parkway. Interment private. Socorro Marie Aguirre, of Colonial Heights, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Manuel Gonzales and Petra Martinez. Mrs. Aguirre is survived by her husband, George Aguirre; four sons, James Richard Aguirre and wife Kaye of Newport News, Edward George Aguirre and wife Colleen of Raleigh N.C., John Thomas Aguirre and wife Rita of Poquoson, Patrick Joseph Aguirre and wife Debra of Midlothian; two daughters, Victoria A. Conner and husband Robert of Colonial Heights,… s and in lieu of flowers, please make donations to The UDT Seal Museum, 3399 S. U.S. Highway 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982,, . or (772) 595-5845. Arrangements are by National Cremation Society of Port Charlotte. BALL, Wilma P., 82, of Richmond, peacefully went to be with her Lord on October 25, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Morris Ball; and eight siblings. She is survived by one daughter, Myra J. Bugbee and her fianc‚, Roger A. Hirshbein, of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; two sons, Morris R. Ball and his wife, Lorrie, of Richmond, Va., and Sidney W. Ball of Williamsburg, Va.; one grandson, Evan C. Ball; and the many lives she touched as a teacher and volunteer. The family will receive friends… s 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Reed Island Springs Baptist Church. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Home, Stuart. Christine Watts Barco, 78, of 1316 Root Trail, Martinsville, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born in Tabor City, N.C., July 30, 1930 to Raymond Haywood Watts and Effie Lena Hewett Watts. She was an active member of Forest Hills Presbyterian Church since 1963 as a choir member, Sunday School teacher, Presbyterian Women of the Church, and other activities. In addition, she was a volunteer for 20 years at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville-Henry… noon Thursday, October 30, 2008, Forest Hills Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. s will be held 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at the Bradley's Funeral Chapel, Chilhowie, Va. Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Benjamin H. “Ben” Bolen, 91, of Martinsville, who died Oct. 24, 2008, was held Monday at Norris Funeral Services Chapel with Dr. Dennis Knight officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were John Grooms, William Peal, Kevin Cox, Sam Jensen, Scott Bowen, David Collett, Broderick Havens and Paul Caruso. Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Benjamin Carr Winn, 76, of Martinsville, who died Oct. 23, 2008, was held Monday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. Gerald Robinson officiating. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery. Pallbearers were Roger Scott, Roy Harrell, Glen Carey, Joseph A. May, Pete Carey, Jimmy Winn, Jack Shipe, William T. Love and Arthur Taylor. BERGMAN, Adelaide Hubbard, 91, formerly of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on October 26, 2008. Born and raised in Brookline, Mass., she trained to be a concert cellist at the New England Conservatory of Music, where she received her degree in 1940. While in Conservatory, she spent summers at the Berkshire Music Center in Tanglewood, Mass., sharing the stage with her childhood friend, Leonard Bernstein. Married in 1942 to Rabbi Leo A. Bergman, the two moved to Rockford, Ill. before her husband, who… John R. Blessing NORFOLK - John Richard "Rick" Blessing passed away Oct. 26, 2008, in a local hospital. He was born Aug. 26, 1954, in Norfolk. He was predeceased by his father, John Heilman Blessing and sister, Joann Blessing. He graduated from Kempsville High School, Class of 1972, he was an electrician at NORSHIPCO for many years and the owner of Rick's Trucking Inc. for the last 14 years. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, JoAnne Campbell Blessing; his mother, Evelyn M. Blessing of… will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Tracy Bradshaw officiating with a reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the , 119 S. Witchduck Road, Suite No. 85, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Condolences can be made to the family at, Charities Bourhill, Carrie Hall Robinson Carrie Hall Robinson Bourhill, 76, of Marion, Va., died peacefully at her home on the Saturday, October 24, 2008. Carrie was a devoted nurse, wife, mother and grandmother. She was a graduate of Konnarock Training School in 1949. She then attended LenoirRhyne College in Hickory, N.C., and later went on to receive her registered nursing degree at Watts Hospital in Durham, N.C., in 1953. Carrie retired from Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute in 1976 as the Director of Nursing. After her retirement, she… Carol Constance Boyer, 82, of Denver, Colo., died on Friday, October 17, 2008, at the Hospice of St. John, Lakewood, Colo. She was born July 21, 1926, at Lodi, Ohio, to Franklin and Edna Mae Younker. She married Max Boyer on August 27, 1946. He survives. She was Valedictorian of the Class of 1943 at Central High School in N. Manchester, Ind., and violinist for five years in N. Manchester Civic Symphony. She worked her way through college with a BA in chemistry, zoology and German and graduated in 1946 from… . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mountain Regional Hospice Volunteers, P.O. Box 637, Clifton Forge, Va. 24422 or the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by the Eagle Rock Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-884-2276. from the International Longshoreman Association Local 1248. He was predeceased by his parents, Randolph and Emma Braithwaite; a brother, Jessie Braithwaite; and a stepdaughter, Sherri Britt. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Consievella Braithwaite; three sisters, Mary Welch, Inez Braithwaite and Deloris Jones; two brothers, Anthony Braithwaite and Ned Braithwaite; three stepchildren, Yvette Collins, Beverly Dupree and Wesley Dupree; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a dedicated… Branch, Patrick Balbus (P.B.) (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Patrick Balbus (P.B.) BRANCH 10/28/1932 10/5/2008, Pat,, You endured a valiant struggle to see your 76th Birthday here on earth. We were so longing to celebrate with you. The Lord also wished to celebrate your birthday with you. He called you home to make you new again and free you of your battles here on earth. While we sorrow that our day of celebration will not be now, we rejoice in knowing you will be dancing with the Father on your birthday. You are missed here on earth. But we know… BRANKLEY, Sarah "Adelaide," was born November 1, 1930 and died on October 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob "Jake" and Annie Brankley of Mecklenburg, Va. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, James D., Willie Lee and Robert Brankley; and her in-laws, Barbara Brankley and Luther Sodat Sr. She is survived by sister and brothers, Martha "Polly" Sodat, Harrell Brankley, Henry (Agnes) Brankley, Tommy (Barbara) Brankley; and sisters-in-law, Gladys,… Mrs. Delia Macklin Briggs, formerly of 606 Spain Drive, Petersburg, died Monday afternoon, Oct. 27 at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, now serving three locations. will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008 in Fair View Cemetery, Buchanan by Pastor Michael Huffaker. The family will receive friends from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road. 366-0707. Mr. Adrian A. Brown, 19, of 2705 Timberline Court, Colonial Heights, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at VCU Medical Center, Richmond. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now serving from three locations. (804) 732-7841. Please send condolences to: www.blandeterprisesinc.com. Infant baby Brown died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 at the Women's Hospital in Greensboro, N.C. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., A.A. Tucker, funeral director. In Loving Memory of Bobby W. Sr. BROWN 4/12/1945 10/28/2005, To my husband, Father and Friend. It seems as though it was yesterday when the Lord came and carried you home. We miss you., Your loving Wife and Children Calloway, Vernelle A. (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Vernelle A. CALLOWAY 2/18/1924 10/28/2003, STILL MISSING YOU, Love, Your Family Melissa Lynn Brooks (Missy) Carper, 44, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 24, 2008. She was a member of First Baptist Church and had fought a valiant fight with breast cancer. She was active in Breast Cancer Awareness Programs and was a nurse at Roanoke Orthopaedic Center. She was a 1983 graduate of Patrick Henry High School. She is survived by her husband, James A. Carper; son, Andrew C. Carper; daughter, Alayna C. Carper; her loving parents, Hubert and Jean Dillon Brooks; many… Oct 28, 2008 Carrie Via Westmoreland, 95, of Stuart, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Center in Stuart. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. 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 Milton Carnell Clark, 81, of Pulaski, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. s 1 p.m. Saturday, November 1, 2008, at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. James A. Cobb NORFOLK - James A. Cobb, 92, of the 3500 block of Mangrove Ave., passed away peacefully Oct. 24, 2008, at his home. James Cobb was affectionately known as "Bo-Peet." He was a retired longshoreman. He also served his country in the Army. He was predeceased by a daughter, Addie Gill. He leaves to cherish his memory one son, Willie Lee Smith of Chestnut Ridge, Pa.; four daughters, Inzoria K. Bowe, Brenda D. Lewis, Osceolia D. Craddock and Lisa Braswell of Norfolk; one sister, Ella Odom… , after which interment will take place at East Hill Cemetery, Salem, Va. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Roanoke, Va., and to the Salem Museum and Historical Society. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. s will be held 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Gerald Carter officiating. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Salem Chapel. s will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Lotz Funeral Home Chapel. COONS, Norman M., Col. U.S. Army (Ret.), 87, of Richmond, a native of Jamestown, N.Y., died Sunday, October 26, 2008. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, June Wilcox Coons of Richmond; son, Conrad F. Coons of Solomons, Md.; daughter, Deborah C. Boze and husband, William H. Boze; and their sons, William H. Boze Jr. of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Ryan C. Boze of Fairfax; his sister-in-law, Helen Livesay of Richmond; and her two daughters, Helen and Maurice Robinson and Jinx and Dickie Robinson and their families;… s 11 a.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, Rocky Mount First Church of the Brethren. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va. CREECH, Stephen Douglas, 50, of Jarratt, died Friday, October 24, 2008, after a brief illness. Survivors include his mother, Nellie Anna Creech; brother, Ric Creech; cousin, Warren Maitland, all of Jarratt; and numerous other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Centenary United Methodist Church, in Jarratt, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. s. Our sincere thanks to Bon Secours Hospice, Dr. V. Tenekjian and staff, Dr. James Cochran and staff and the Cremation Society of Virginia for their assistance. In Loving Memory of Franklin (Pete) CROWDER on his birthday, 10/28/1955, Happy Birthday Pete!, We all love you and miss you so much. You are with us in our hearts and thoughts. Our love is with you forever., Momma, Debbie, Steve, Brian, David, Dale, Delecia Chase & our little Ray of Sunshine, Britta Theresa G. Cummings PORTSMOUTH - Theresa Grippe Cummings, 89, a former resident of Cradock, died Oct. 26, 2008, in her home surrounded by her family. Mrs. Cummings, a native of New York City, was a longtime member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and was active in the Holy Angels Sewing Club. The family would like to thank her caregivers, Lillie, Sharon and Barbara and Bon Secours Hospice for the loving care they all gave to Theresa. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Russell R. Cummings; three… Dr. Michael John Cunningham, 56, of Lexington, Va., died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008, in Stonewall Jackson Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1951, in Boston, Mass., a son of the late James George Cunningham and Pauline Laschober Cunningham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Cunningham., Dr. Cunningham was a cum laude graduate of Washington University, St. Louis, Mo., (1970 to 1974) and St. Louis University Medical School (1974 to 1978). He served his Family… Angela D. D'Arco ROANOKE RAPIDS - Angela DeVivo D'Arco, 60, died Oct. 26, 2008. A funeral will be today at 7 p.m. in Massey Funeral Home, Jackson. DAVIS, Marilyn T., 60, of Sandy Hook, passed away October 25, 2008. She is survived by her very devoted husband, Donald E. Davis; daughter, Christina M. Neale and her husband, Howard; one grandson, Connor D. Neale; brother, Edward Skoog; and close family friends, David and Jennifer Wax, David and Christy Steward, and Anthony and Dale Winslow. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St., also where a funeral service… s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from Flora Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Melvin Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Friends may call after 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 9 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va. will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday in Pinewood Memorial Park in Greenville. Hillside Funeral Service, Washington, N.C., is in charge. 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… Leroy Dull VIRGINIA BEACH - Leroy Dull, 84, of the 5500 block of Stewart Drive, passed away Oct. 26, 2008, at a local hospital. Born in Clifton Forge, Va., Leroy was a quality assurance specialist with NADEP. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy and a member of VFW Post 4809. He was also an active member of Kempsville Baptist Church for 46 years and served on the board of Deacons. He is survived by his wife, Treevin H. Dull of Virginia Beach; a daughter, Karen Meade and husband Bill of Smithfield;… s will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Duncan, Franklin Cecil "Snooty" s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Stevens Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. Epperly, Marquee Marie (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Marquee Marie EPPERLY 10/28/1988 7/16/2005, Happy 20th Birthday, My heart still aches in sadness, My silent tears still flow, For what is meant to lose you...Marquee.. No one will ever know. It's lonely here without you, we miss you more each day, for life is not the same to us, since you were called away., We love you, Mom, Dock Brandon, Ron, Granny Pawpaw, Aunt SueSue, Uncle Chris, Hailea, Sidney Sierra, Brittney & Eddie 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… Featherstone Jr., James "Stoney" . In his later years, he began a diligent and regular Bible study with Jehovah's Witnesses and began putting faith in the grand promises of the Bible. Prior to his death, he expressed the desire to serve Jehovah God; he had begun conforming his life to do so. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Christine Featherstone of Portsmouth; two daughters, Linda Mclin of Chesapeake and Debbie Scott (Michael) of Portsmouth; one son, Anthony James Featherstone (Pat) of Chesapeake; four sisters, Delores… Mary H. Felton MURFREESBORO - Mary Kathleen Hurst Felton, 76, died Oct. 26, 2008. A funeral will be Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Mount Tabor Baptist Church. Garrett Funeral Home is in charge. Andrew John Fiedler KILL DEVIL HILLS - Andrew John Fiedler, 17, of Colington Harbour, passed Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in Outer Banks Presbyterian Church. Gallop Funeral Services Inc. in charge. s will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, at the Unity Cemetery, Latrobe. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. s 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, 540-977-3909. Otis Forbes Jr. NEWPORT NEWS - Capt. Otis "Kennedy" Forbes Jr., 81, a lifelong resident of Newport News, passed away Oct. 24, 2008. He was the son of the late Otis K. Forbes and Catherine Mugler Forbes formerly of Newport News. After graduating from Morrison High School, now Warwick High School, in June 1943, he worked in the Newport News Shipyard on tugboats until 1944 when he began an apprenticeship with the Virginia Pilot Association. In conjunction with the apprenticeship, he was activated… s will be held 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. Robert E. Garner SUFFOLK - On Sunday Oct. 26, 2008, Robert Everett Garner went home to be with the Lord. Robert was born May 3, 1921, in Nansemond County, Virginia. He was one of seven children born to Benjamin Ocie and Ida Holland Garner. He was known to his family and friends as Rob. Rob spent his early years farming with his father in Nansemond County. He later went to work for the Norfolk City Water Works where he retired in 1983. After retirement, Rob moved to Eastern Shore of Virginia, where he… Sandra J. Gavagan PORTSMOUTH - Sandra Jean Gavagan, 55, of the 100 block of Wyoming Ave., died Oct. 24, 2008, in Chesapeake. A native of Reidsville, N.C., she was a bookkeeper. Survivors include her parents, James M. and Frances Harville Watlington of Portsmouth; two sisters, Janice Thompson and husband Thomas of Kansas City, Mo., and Kaye Silling and husband Rick of Portsmouth; three brothers, Phillip B. Watlington and wife Nicki of Leeward, Kan., Ron Watlington of Portsmouth and David Watlington and wife… s will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Greenwood Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Hundley officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service. s will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. J. Richard Gottshall officiating. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909. GRIMM, Nellie F. Harlow, 87, of 500 C. Street, Apt. 102, Staunton, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center, Fishersville. A granddaughter, Tina Carrillo, as well as many other survivors, survive her. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, in the Staunton Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes, 18 West Frederick Street. Interment will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Staunton. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October… Margaret W. Gudac SUFFOLK - Margaret Weaver Gudac, 89, passed away Oct. 27, 2008, in her residence. She was a native of Seaboard, N.C., and was the daughter of the late Frederick "Buck" and Mary Weaver. She retired as a church secretary of Woodland Heights Baptist Church, a member of Ocean View Baptist Church of Kill Devil Hills, N.C., a Maury High School graduate and a former volunteer at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank Joseph Gudac Sr. Survivors… will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Martin Memorial Gardens. Biggs Funeral Home is in charge. HAMILTON, Wanda Turner, 40, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her lifemate, Roy F. Yowell; mother and stepfather, Angela C. Moore and Thomas L. Moore of Sandston; two brothers, Gerry W. Turner and David L. Turner; two sisters, Joyce A. Dollison and Suzette M. Bowe; grandmothers, Gota S. Cooke and Helen D. Yowell; numerous nieces and nephews; her dear pets, Puppiey, Bottie But, Cry Baby and Blackie. A funeral service will be held 11… will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from Diamond Hill Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va. will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Tabernacle Christian Church, Dr. Carlton Upton officiating. Interment will be in Nansemond-Suffolk Cemetery. The family will assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Thursday for the funeral procession. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Tabernacle Church Operation Fund. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities 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… 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… A funeral service for Deacon George N. Harris will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at First Baptist Church, 236 Harrison St., Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Eastview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 at the funeral establishment. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the church. The family will assemble at 10 a.m. at 2105 Anderson St., Petersburg,… Vernon T. Harris, 96, of Floyd, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va. s 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from the Airlee Court Baptist Church. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Carol Parham Hawkins, 94, died Oct. 23, 2008, at The Petersburg Ladies Home in her hometown of Petersburg, Va. She took pride in being the first girl born on Westover Avenue in Petersburg. Her parents were I. Val Parham of Petersburg and Lucille Loyd Parham, formerly of Lynchburg. She was a 1937 graduate of Randolph–Macon Woman's College. After her marriage in 1940, she lived with her family in Williamsburg, Va., Danville, Va., Coldwater, Mich., Darien, Conn., and Atlanta, Ga. In retirement, she and… HAWKINS, Carol Parham, age 94, died October 23, 2008 at The Petersburg Ladies Home, in her hometown of Petersburg, Va. She took pride in being the first girl born on Westover Avenue in Petersburg. Her parents were I. Val Parham of Petersburg and Lucille Loyd Parham, formerly of Lynchburg. She was a 1937 graduate of Randolph-Macon Woman's College. After her marriage in 1940, she lived with her family in Williamsburg, Va., Deltaville, Va., Coldwater, Mich., Darien, Conn., and Atlanta, Ga. In retirement,… Elizabeth E. Hedge NORFOLK - Elizabeth Mae Epperly Hedge, 87, passed away at Pinewood Inn Assisted Living Facility in Norfolk. Mrs. Hedge was the daughter of the late Thomas M. and Essie Mae Trail Epperly of Blacksburg, Va., and the widow of Gerald E. Hedge, U.S. Navy retired, of Dublin, Va. Elizabeth was born April 11, 1921, in Newbern, Va., and grew up in Dublin, Va. She was also a highly-skilled seamstress and quilter. Elizabeth was predeceased by a brother, Raymond D. Epperly formerly of Newport, Va.… at the First Missionary Baptist. Church, Pocahontas, Va. Pallbearers will be members of the family. Rodriguez Pocahontas Funeral Home, Pocahontas, Va., is serving the Henry family. For more information, or to have the funeral home pass along your condolences, visit www.RodriguezFuneral.com. 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. s 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Jackson Memorial Hall, VMI Campus. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Service. A funeral service for Ms. Hazel M. Hicks will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at Good News Baptist Church, 1920 Dupuy Road, Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. John Coleman, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The family will assemble at 1 p.m. at 1640 Johnson Road, Apartment 121A, Petersburg, the day of the services. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms.… Hikes, Zenobia (Featured Guest Book) Zenobia Hikes, Virginia Tech's vice president for student affairs, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. She was 53. Vernon Milton Hinton GATESVILLE - Vernon Milton Hinton, 77, of Hall Lane, died Oct. 24, 2008. He is survived by his one daughter, Cheryl Hinton Parker of Murfreesboro, N.C.; two sons, Charlie E. Hinton of the home and Victor Hinton of Gatesville; two sisters, Theodosia Riddick of Newark, N.J., and Elise Hinton Tharpe of Sunbury, N.C.; and five grandchildren. A funeral will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Lebanon Grove Baptist Church. Stallings Funeral Home is in charge., Charities Betty Jean Holcombe PORTSMOUTH - Betty Jean Holcombe, 66, died Oct. 26, 2008, in her home. She was the widow of Charles Wilburn Holcombe Jr. Survivors include three daughters, Diana Lynn Smith and husband Garry of Chesapeake, Christina Marie Collins and husband Dave of Mobile, Ala., Kimberly Holcombe Rodriguez and husband Jose of Portsmouth; and one son, Charles Earl Holcombe and wife Trixie of Portsmouth; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers and three sisters, all of Chesapeake. A… Anthony Lee Humphrey, 56, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. and full military honors will be in Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. HUNT, PFC Elijah Kane, of King William, died at Fort Riley, Kansas, where he was stationed with the U.S. Army, and the world lost one of its most wonderful people October 20, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Yvette Shrewsbury; dad, Dusty Wheeler; and father, Scott Hunt. He leaves behind three brothers, Gage Hunt (mother Michelle Just), Zach and Nathaniel Russell (mother Janine Wheeler). His grandparents are Florence Joyce, Jon and Carol Joyce, Binnie and Charles Price, Judith Covey and Kenneth Hunt.… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) JESSEE, Robert William, M.D., 84, of Richmond, died peacefully on October 25, 2008. Born in Cleveland, Va., he was preceded in death by son, Robert W. Jessee Jr.; and is survived by his wife of 63 years, Betty Counts Jessee; son, Allen W. Jessee and wife, Vicki, of Richmond; and sister, Peggy Jessee Adams of Crestview, Fla. A graduate of University of Tennessee at Memphis, he served as a Naval physician before setting up practice in Southwestern Virginia, where he later joined the Virginia Department of… Oct 28, 2008 A graveside service for Johnnie Aaron Forbes, 86, of Bassett, who died Oct. 24, 2008, was held Monday at Henry Memorial Park with Dr. Joey McNeill officiating. The Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard performed military honors. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Johnsie L. Fontaine, 95, of Martinsville, who died Oct. 21, 2008, was held Saturday at Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. Thurman O. Echols Jr. and Bishop James C. Richardson officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were James B. Draper, Kenneth R. Horne, Herman Frazier, Reginald Johnson, Jackie Holland, Allen Miller, Gilbert Horne, Louis Pritchett and Jerry Williams. 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… 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Seaver-Brown Funeral Chapel, Marion, Va. Ishmael A. Jones, 84 of Callaway, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. Fred Jordan CHESAPEAKE - Fred Jordan, known to his Maury schoolmates as "Fatha" Jordan, was called home to Jesus Oct. 26, 2008. At his side were his beloved companion and also his daughter. Born into a family of seven, Freddie grew up between the Lafayette Winona section of Norfolk and spent summers in Willoughby Spit, enjoying a simpler life in then-thriving Norfolk. His employment began at age 12, when he worked a milk route for Marr's Dairy. From then on he found no area of work… JUSTICE, Willie Thomas, age 93, of Richmond, died on Saturday, October 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Lingerfelt Justice. Survivors include two sons, William T. Justice and wife, Carolyn of Wilmington N.C., Robert W. Justice and wife, Susan of Richmond; grandchildren, Katherin Schill, Teresa Justice, Barbara Justice, Deborah Robinson, Sherie Black and Pamela Justice; great-grandchildren, Kelly, Melody, Berkeley, Brittney and Thomas; great-great-grandchildren, Thomas, Madison and… will be held today at 2 p.m. in Grace United Methodist Church. Williams-Parksley Funeral Home is in charge. In Loving Memory of Marguerite KELLEY 10/20/1918 10/28/1997, Sadly missed by,, Paula, Robert, Richard, Erin, Sean and Brian 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008, Bread of Life Assembly of God Church, Pulaski. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, Radford, Va. Ms. Yvonne Kirkland, 70, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home, 540-345-9100. Tiffany Skylar LaPrade, 16, of Vinton, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Infant Brayden Russell Lackey went to be with the Lord Oct. 23, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center. Brayden was preceded in death by his great grandfather, Russell E. King. He is survived by his mother, Diana Lackey; and his father, Jeff Chappell II; grandparents, Vicky and Steven Braverman, and Wesley and Dee Lackey; his great grandparents, Betty Belshan and John Belshan; great-great grandmother, Pauline Cole; aunt, Amber Lackey; uncles Keith Lackey, Kevin Lackey, and Rusty Owens; and a cousin,… Edna Josephine Lafon, 89, of Narrows, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Riffe's Funeral Service, Inc. in Narrows, Va. Angelo M. Lee CHARLOTTE - Angelo McKanzy Lee, 27, of the 1400 block of Peachtree Lane, died Oct. 23, 2008. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. today in Gethsemane Baptist Church, Davidson. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc., Aulander, is in charge. Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Lewis R. Turner Sr. of Martinsville, who died Oct. 23, 2008, was held Monday at Rufuge Temple Ministries with the Rev. Alfred Booker officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Jerome Salda, Sam Norman, Rodney Draper, Melvin Carter Jr., Donald Turner Jr. and Walter Penn. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Christ Episcopal Church. The family will receive family and friends today at 2127 Rivershore Road, Elizabeth City. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Little's name to the Albemarle Hospice, 311 Cedar St., Elizabeth City, NC 27909 or to the Organ Fund at Christ Episcopal Church, 220 McMorrine St., Elizabeth City, NC 27909. Twiford's Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, is assisting the Little family. To sign the… LOCKE, Lizzie Moyer "Liz", n‚e Hayes, 88, of Highland Springs, left this life Friday, October 24, 2008. She was the widow of Rolen Moyer and Harry Locke. She is survived by five children and their spouses, Judy Schwerdt-feger (Charlie) of Highland Springs, Rolen Moyer (Ginger) of Disputanta, Robert Moyer (Mary) of Toano, Janet Moyer Schaale (Greg) of Claremont, Mike Locke (Lynda) of Richmond; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Evelyn Mueller and Dorothy Whitton. The… James K. (Jimbo) Lusk, Jr., 62, of Smith Mountain Lake, went to be with the Lord, Friday, October 24, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, James K. Lusk, Sr. and Lucille White Lusk and his brother, John Marshall Lusk. James was the life of the party at Bernard's Landing and was known as an avid outdoorsman and agriculturist. Surviving are his sisters, Sandra T. Rodney of St. Louis, Mo., and Connie Russell of Lakeland, Fla.; brother, Jay Michael Lusk of Clements, Calif.; numerous nieces,… Marcum, Virginia Dell Lena Moore will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, in the chapel of Roselawn Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. Margaret G. Marek, 86, of Colonial Heights, died on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Marion “Arlene” Whitaker, 72, of Martinsville, who died Oct. 23, 2008, was held Monday at Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. James R. Cohen Sr. and the Rev. Ruben Martin officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Mike Hairston, Anthony Hairston, Leon Hairston, Lenell Hairston, Marty Hairston and Leonard Carter. Oct 28, 2008 Mary Elizabeth C. Mize, 88, of Preston, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Patrick County on June 25, 1920, to Cleveland Craddock and Eva Wiggington Craddock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank B. Mize; and a son Harry Wayne Mize. She retired from Pannill Knitting Co. and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are three sons, Billy L. Mize and Lawrence B. Mize, both of Preston and James D. Mize of Martinsville;… MASSUCCO, Doris Martin, 86, of Richmond, passed away October 27, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Massucco Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Debra M. Haynes; grandson, Christopher Haynes; granddaughter, Stephanie Massucco; a nephew, Charles T. Rao Jr. Bliley's-Central is handling the arrangements. Funeral notice later. s 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2008, First Brethren Church. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home, Buena Vista, Va. William L. Mitchell VIRGINIA BEACH - William Lee "Mitch" Mitchell, 56, of the 4300 block of Moosewood Court, died Oct. 24, 2008. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel, with a funeral at 11 a.m. Thursday. MOORE, George E Jr.., 79, of Bon Air, passed from this life October 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Betsy Cosby Moore. Survivors include five children, George E. Moore III and his wife, Janet, Betsy M. Smith and her husband, Mike, John S. Moore and his wife, Donna, Margaret Moore Nealy and her husband, David, Michael Moore and his wife, Laurel; eight grandchildren, George E. Moore IV, Christy P. Moore, John S. Moore Jr., James P. Moore, Julia L. Moore, Gabriel A. Nealy,… will be held at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Non-military attendees must enter through gate 3 and provide a photo identification. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church Food Pantry. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Charities Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Neal “Tommy” Thomas Banks, 63, of Stuart, who died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Reed Island Springs Baptist Church with Pastor Marshall Banks officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour before the service Wednesday. Banks was born in Patrick County on Dec. 5, 1944, to Avery and Elsie Webb Banks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carlene Charnock.… s will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, St. Brides Road W., Chesapeake. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Twiford's Colonial Chapel, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family at s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at the Lotz Salem Chapel. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lotz Salem Chapel. s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, from the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. s will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with full military honors provided by the United States Marine Corps. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Charities Charles Melvin Orton Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Charles Melvin "Piccolo" Orton Sr., 73, of the 1900 block of County St., died Oct. 21, 2008. Services will be private. Steele-Bullock Funeral Home is in charge. OSTERGREN, Elizabeth "Corrine," 89, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Rev. George A. Ostergren. She is survived by two children, Franz Blair Ostergren and wife, Joyce, and Ann Marie Samuel and husband, Douglas. Mrs. Ostergren also raised five foster children, Cecil, Billy, Wayne, Louise, and Jimmy. She is also survived by four grandchildren, one of whom is a devoted grandson, Gregory A. Dean and wife, Chelly, Christopher G.… OWENS, Maybelle Coe, 78, of Jefferson Davis Hwy., Richmond, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the wife of Dewey L. Owens. Mrs. Owens was born in Sanford, N.C., on October 13, 1930, daughter of the late Luther Harvey Coe and Nettie Mae White Coe. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by two sons, David Mann and Lewis Mann, both of Richmond; three daughters, Connie Shifflett and husband, Jerry, of Richmond, Pennie Mabon of Gladys, Virginia, Clowdis and… PATRON, Otis W., 81, of Richmond, died October 25, 2008. Memorial services will be held Thursday, 11 a.m., at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. www.scottsfuneralhome.com for the procession to the chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at Phillips Jr., Roger Kent "Snapper" s will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Maberry Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Duncan Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at the funeral home. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va. Online condolences may be sent to www.maberryfuneralhome.com will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities time at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707. Corinna Constance Pearce Reese, 89, of Colonial Heights, died peacefully on Oct. 25, 2008 at home. Mrs. Reese was born in Halifax County, N.C., but spent her life as a homemaker and surrounded by family in Petersburg and Colonial Heights. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Raymond Reese; her mother and father, Annie Vivian and John Pearce; and all her siblings. She is survived by six children and their spouses, four daughters, Juanita R. Wells, of Atlanta, Ga., Carole R. Taylor of Richmond,… RICE, Mrs. Maude B., of Richmond, departed this life October 26, 3008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. s will be conducted 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at College Lutheran Church, Salem, Va. Mary Bird Rinker, 91, of Glen Wilton, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Va. Thomas J. Robbins Sr. NORFOLK - Thomas J. "Jack" Robbins Sr., 87, passed away Oct. 26, 2008. He was born in Blacksburg, Va., and retired as a carpenter with the Carpenters Union. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 266 AF & AM. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Aline Sullivan Robbins; two daughters, Peggy R. Cason and husband Butch and Shirley R. McAlpine and husband Ed; two sons, Thomas J. Robbins Jr. and wife Betty and John L. Robbins and… ROBERSON, Marilyn, of Highland Springs, entered eternal life on October 27, 2008. Professional services of comfort entrusted to the s will be held noon on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, in charge. Oct 28, 2008 A graveside service for Ruth Gunter Ellis, 91, of Ridgeway, who died Oct. 24, 2008, was held Monday at Roselawn Burial Park with the Revs. Mike Carrow and Ben Barbour officiating. Pallbearers were Chris Brown, Ryan Ellis and Tyler Ellis. The correct address for Calvary Christian Church, where it was requested that memorials be made to, is P.O. Box 3844, Martinsville, Va. 24115. Arrangements were by Norris Funeral Services and Crematory. 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… SATTERWHITE, Preston P., 86, of Ruther Glen, died at his home Monday, October 27, 2008. Born in Caroline, he was the son of Maurice and Grace Satterwhite. He was the owner of Satterwhite's Grocery in Ruther Glen for 29 years and later retired from Swift Oil Company. He was a WWII veteran in the U.S. Army and a member of County Line Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Evelyn P. Satterwhite; a daughter, Donna M. Satterwhite of Roanoke; two sons, James A. Satterwhite and his wife,… Ms. Donna J. Scott of Petersburg, Va. died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Robert Edward Sensabaugh, 83, of Lexington, Va., died on Friday, October 24, 2008. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. s 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, Rockbridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. Pamela Smith NORFOLK - Pamela Smith, 59, passed away Oct. 25, 2008, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born in Elizabethtown, N.Y., to the late Owen and Victory Dickerson. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Kandi, Chris and his wife Rhonda, Laurence, Katie and Bryan; her two granddaughters, Lauren and Kristin; her sister, Nancy and husband Terry; aunt and uncle, Kim and Larry Beaucaire; one niece and two nephews, Nicole, Derek and Josh; her best friends, Carol and Joan; and all… Lillie Perdue Smith, 89, of Narrows, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home in Pembroke, Va. will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Harrellsville. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. Dorothy Falls Stanley, 80, of Moneta, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Mrs. Viola Suber of 1513 Oakdale Ave., Petersburg, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Golden Livingcenters Battlefield Park. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home now serving from three locations. (804) 732-7841. Please send condolences to: www.blandeterprisesinc.com. Dr. William Claron Sumner, 94, of Roanoke, Va., died on Sunday, October 26, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Sutherland, Brenda Sue (Salyers) 5 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Loomis Family Funeral Home Chapel, in Apopka. THEDIECK, Dr. Charles G. Jr., OB-GYN, Ret., 83, of Richmond, passed away peacefully October 27, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Charles and Cecilia Grasberger Thedieck of Suffolk, Va.; sister, Mary Ewald of Greenwich, Conn. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Martha Lea Thedieck; children, Charles G. Thedieck III (Ann), Frederick Lea Thedieck, Margaret Thedieck Slauter (Mark) and Henry C. Thedieck (Tina); five grandchildren, Charles IV, Ashlea, Virginia, Caitlin and… Mr. Robert Lee Thornhill Sr., 68, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home, 540-345-9100. will be held 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Indian View Baptist Church, 13349 King William Road, King William, VA 23086. Arrangements by B.W. White Funeral Home. TOWNSEND, Mary Seay, 86, of Hanover, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008. She was a caring and loving homemaker and mother who loved her Lord and her family uncondi-tionally. She now experiences a loving reunion in heaven with her parents, Levy and Estelle Seay. She was a member for many years of Hillcrest Baptist Church, and former member of Northminster Baptist Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Norris G. Townsend Sr.; children, Sandra Tucker and husband, Stanley, Norris… Malinda A. Turner STUARTS DRAFT Malinda A. Turner, 54, of Old Cider Mill Lane, died Sunday, October 26, 2008, at The University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. Complete arrangements will be announced by McCutcheon's Funeral Home. Published in the Waynesboro News Virginian on 10/28/2008 Create a Memorial Website Today's The News Virginian obituaries Questions about obituaries or Guest Books? Contact Legacy.com • Terms of use obituaries nationwide Advertisement Your Weather… James Edwin Vass Sr. HILLSIDE - James Edwin Vass Sr., 86, passed away Oct. 26, 2008, in Galax, Va. He was the son of I.G. Vass, the city manger of Waynesboro for more than 30 years. Mr. Vass graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1939 and from Fishbourne Military Academy in 1940. Mr. Vass was preceded in death by his parents, I.G. and Alice Matthews Vass and brother, Eldon Matthews Vass. He is survived by his wife, Helen Swink Vass of the home; daughter, Judith Danielian Holland of Rockville, Md.;… Oct 28, 2008 The funeral for Virginia Moore Capps Marcum, 89, formerly of Ridgeway, who died Oct. 26, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Rehab Center, Martinsville, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home. The Rev. Ron Gardner will officiate. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. today. She was born in Spencer on April 16, 1919, to Thomas Davis Moore and Ethel May Ore Moore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death… 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.… will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Catholic Church by the Rev. Father Venancio Balarote Jr. Memorial donations may be made to St. Pius X Catholic School. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities WILLARD, Marjorie Avery, Professor Emeritus, born October 12, 1921, passed away October 25, 2008. She is survived by her brother, W. Eddie Willard Jr. (Shirley); nieces, Karen Thomas (Al), and Kimberly Kruger (Jack); nephews, Steve Willard, Jeff Willard and Chuck Willard (Pamela); great-nephews, Travis and Daniel Kruger, and Jake Thomas; and numerous first cousins. Marjorie graduated from Hagerstown High School, Hagerstown, Md., Class of 1940. She received a B.S. degree from Madison College (JMU), Class of… Kenneth Ray Witt, 56, of Bedford, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008, in Bedford Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360. 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 D.W. Poulson and her husband, Richard and Ellen M. Wrenn; a stepson, Leighton Klevana and his wife, Chandler; four grandchildren, Hundley Poulson, Anna Blair 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… WUEST, Virginia Cross, widow of William L. (Jim) Wuest, died peacefully in her home October 25, 2008 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lola White Cross and John N. Cross; and a nephew, Ralph E. Mills Sr. She is survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews; a special great-niece, Lora Mills Brown and husband, David; and a special great-nephew, Ralph E. Mills Jr. and wife, Shelli; three special great-great-nephews, Seth, Mason and William Mills; great-great-niece, Jessica Peters; a… |
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