| Raymond M. Agee, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-982-2100. 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,… William Michael Allen, 53, of Bedford died Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St. Bedford, 540-586-7360. Elmer Lee Alley, 71, of Austinville died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at his residence. Funeral service was held Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 2 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Barnes officiating. Interment was in the Bethany United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was born Aug. 17, 1937, in Carroll County, son of the late Roby and Hazel Sisk Alley. He was a member of the Sheeptown Church of God and was retired from Branch Highways Inc. of Roanoke. He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law,… Leonard Michael Arnold, 55, of Newport News died Sunday, Oct, 26, 2008. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Revs. Don Scott and Don Sizemore officiating. He was an employee of the Casey Auto Group. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Lillian Arnold; and father-in-law, Lee Arnold. Survivors include his wife, Marguerite Arnold of Newport News; son, Michael "Tug" Arnold Jr. and wife Lisa of Jacksonville, Fla.;… Ann Freeman Ashworth, 57, of Bristol, Tenn., formerly of Wythe County, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol. Funeral service will be held Friday, Oct. 31, at 11 a.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Randy Morris officiating. She was born Feb. 14, 1951, in Wythe County, daughter of the late William R. and Ruth Cox Freeman. She was a 1971 graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. She worked in the banking industry for 25 years, most recently with J.P. Morgan… s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, in the Barnett Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Randy Morris officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, October 30, 2008, from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., is in charge of arrangements. ATKINSON, James E. II, of Chesterfield, Virginia, left this life on Monday, October 27, 2008. Jim was born in West Virginia, and resided in Colorado and Virginia for the balance of his years. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force in Texas, New Hampshire and Germany. Jim was pleased to visit as many places as possible in those locales. Most recently, he was a valued associate of Walmart in Richmond. He completed his lifelong studies of history and politics with the attainment of both a B.A. in History and… AYLOR, Louise Kuhn, of Madison, died October 27, 2008 in Mountain View Nursing Home. She was born on October 1, 1925 in Mountaindale, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Edward Lewis Kuhn and Mary Hahn Kuhn; and wife of the late Edwin E. "Billy" Aylor Jr. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at Oak Grove United Methodist Church, with interment in the church cemetery. Rev. Henry Daniel Aylor and Rev. Brian Copeland Buckles will officiate. The family will receive… s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Kevin Meadows officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cave Spring Rescue Squad or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. s 11 a.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Greenfield Baptist Church. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, at the Gethsemane Baptist Church in Radford with Pastor Jerry Gibson and the Rev. Glennard Quesenberry officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Burial Park in Radford. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, October 30, 2008, from 6 until 8 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Radford-Fairlawn Daily Bread, 503 Norwood Street, Radford, Va. 24141 or your favorite charity. The Bain… family and friends are invited to the home of June Alley, Middle View Drive in Forest. Memorial contributions may be sent in memory of James to Big Island Fire Department or Rescue Squad or your favorite charity. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, Va., 434-239-2405, is assisting his family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family by visiting heritagefuneralandcremation.com. following at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000. s will be held in Nashville on Saturday, November 1, 2008. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home Blacksburg. Horace J. Baskette Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Horace Julian Baskette Sr. passed away Oct. 28, 2008, at his residence. He was born in the Ocean View section of Norfolk, and was a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach. He grew up in Ocean View where he was a familiar regular amongst the Ocean View Golf Course crowd, and was a City of Norfolk Golf Champion as a teenager. Horace enlisted and served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, later attending the Norfolk Division of William & Mary (ODU) while playing… 1 p.m. Thursday at Orchard Cemetery, Ballard. Arrangements by Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W. Va. BEVERLY, Miss Cornelia Leona, 98, retired Richmond Public Schools teacher, entered eternal rest on October 25, 2008. She is survived by her cousins, Ossie Milton Beverly Sr., Thelma Wellman, Yvette Scipio, Sandra Jones and Ossie Milton Beverly Jr.; nieces, Priscilla Taylor, Beverly Sloan, Renee D. Sloan, and Sheila Forman; caregiver, Bessie Smith; and devoted friends, Imogene Hackett, Susie Holmes, and Ann Coppege; and a host of other relatives. Her remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home,… s are private., Charities BLACK, Nicholas C. Jr., 90, a former Heritage Oaks resident, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Va. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Helen Bemis Black; a daughter, Helen B. Jureidini and her husband, Paul Jureidini, of Mechanicsville; a son, Nicholas C. Black III of Sullivans Island, S.C.; a sister, Eleanor Hunter of Orangeburg, S.C.; a niece and two nephews in South Carolina; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was the son of the… will be held today 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 Mrs. Katherine "Katy" Litz Bradley, 85, a former well-known resident of Abingdon, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, in Lexington, Ky. She was the widow of the late Abram "Mack" Bradley of Abingdon. Born in Catlettsburg, Ky., she was a daughter of the late Hershel Litz and Nell Rous Litz. She was a current resident of Lexington, where she had resided since 2004. She was a member of Abingdon United Methodist Church. Survivors include her son, Philip Bradley of Richmond.; daughter, Elaine… . Arrangements by the Eagle Rock Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-884-2276. Abigail P. Brady LEXINGTON, Ky. - Abigail "Abi" Page Brady, gone too soon at 35, passed away Oct. 26, 2008, from a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Portsmouth, she was a daughter of Robert W. Brady of Lakeland, Fla., and Rebecca A. Brady of Virginia Beach. In addition to her parents, other survivors include a sister, Casandra (David) Biggers of Lexington, Ky., and a brother, Patrick (Judy) Brady of Virginia Beach; grandparents, William and Juanita Page of Virginia Beach and Robert M. Brady of… BRAGG, Allison Bruster, 27, of Midlothian, died Saturday, October 25, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Jeremiah; daughters, Madison and Dane; and son, Austin. She is also survived by her parents, Shirley and David Bruster; brother, Alex Bruster; and her grandmother, Dorothy Blease of Georgetown, S.C. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 1, 1 p.m. at Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church, 1100 Mt. Pisgah Dr., Midlothian, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mt. Pisgah United… James W. (Buster) Brooks, 94, of Pearisburg, Va., died on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. Marie Camper Broughman, 71, of Roanoke passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. Graveside 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008 in Fair View Cemetery, Buchanan. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 366-0707. Brenda C. Brown SUFFOLK - Brenda Lee Coleman Brown, 50, of the 1000 block of Nansemond Parkway, died Oct. 26, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Pulaski Baptist Church. Crocker Funeral Home is in charge. Mr. Adrian A. Brown, 19, of 2705 Timberline Court, Colonial Heights, Va., was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday morning, Oct. 25, 2008 at VCU Medical Center. He was born Sept. 7, 1989 in Richmond to Alexander Brown Sr. and Samantha R. Brown, deceased. Adrian lived with his grandmother, Sylvia R. Lee, and his aunt, Monica Jones, and graduated from Chesterfield Community High School, Chester. He dedicated his life to the Lord at an early age and was a faithful member and usher of The… 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. Funeral services for infant baby Sakii Lenell Brown will be conducted at noon Saturday from the Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Elder Vincent Harris will officiate. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, A.A. Tucker funeral director. BRYANT Charles Duvall Sr., 83, dearly loved husband, dad and "Pop-Pop," passed into a new life at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, with his family at his bedside at home, after a valiant fight with a brief illness. Generous to a fault and sought widely by family and friends for his sensible advice and helpful hand, Charlie lived every day seeking fulfillment and happiness in giving to others and appreciating the simple joys of life. An avid gardener, Charlie shared his own unique arrangements of… CAPPETTA, Dominic Joseph, 66, of Gastonia, N.C., died Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. and the son of Nettie Bisulca of Bronx, N.Y. and the late Frank J. Cappetta. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2008, McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 30, 2008, Founders Chapel, McLean Funeral Directors - Gastonia. Interment Gaston Memorial Park. Rev. Tim Elliott… Oct 29, 2008 The funeral for Carrie DeHart Via Westmoreland, 95, of Stuart, and formerly of Horsepasture, who died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Center in Stuart, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. Pastors Dean Eaton and Wayne DeHart will officiate. Burial will be in the Old Spoon Creek Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. until time for the funeral Thursday at the funeral home. She was born in Patrick County on April 7, 1913, to Elder… Mabel Beatrice Carroll, 92, of Bland, the Crandon community, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Wythe County Community Hospital in Wytheville. Funeral service was held Thursday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Tom Maurer officiating. A graveside service was held Friday, Oct. 17, at 11 a.m. at the Mechanicsburg Cemetery. She was born Sept. 1, 1916, in Bland County, daughter of the late Arnold Patton and Ida Miller Austin. She was a lifelong member of the Mechanicsville… Alvin Roy Caviness, 84, of Shorts Creek went to be with the Lord and be reunited with his wife on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, surrounded by his family at the home of his daughter Wanda. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 2 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Chapel with the Revs. James Lawson, Ronnie Stuart and Carl Forrester officiating. Interment will be in the Memorial Christian Church Cemetery at Draper. He was born Sept. 22, 1924, in Carroll County, son of the late George and Georgie Caviness. He was… CHAPPELL, Shirley Johnson, 83, of Victoria, Va. widow of Sidney B. Chappell, Sr. died October 28, 2008. She retired as Treasurer for the Town of Victoria. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Sidney B. "Chippie" Chappell Jr and Nancy of Kenbridge and her daughter and son-in-law, Penn C. Shultz and Steve of Chester; four grandchildren, Sidney B. Chappell III and wife, Bonnie, Sarah P. Shultz, Thomas L. Chappell and Catherine S. Shultz; two great-grandchildren, Austin T. Chappell and… 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 s will be held on Friday, October 31, 2008, at the Pentecostal United Holy Church, 16th Street Extension with Elder Arnold Jones officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. with the funeral immediately following. Interment at West Dublin Cemetery, Dublin, Va. The family is served by Penn's Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. Online condolences can be sent to the family at pennsfuneralhome@gmail.com. . In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Saint Paul United Methodist Church in memory of Ruth Williams Claytor. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va. , 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 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel. COLEMAN, Allen N., 54, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, after a battle with cancer. Allen is survived by his wife of 31 years, Wanda Shelton Coleman; his mother, Ruth Wells Hubbard; his father, Neal and his wife, Pat; his sister, Wanda Overmann and her husband, Ed; two nephews and their wives, Eddie and Elizabeth Overmann and Scott and Jen Overmann and their families; mother-in-law, Estelle R. Shelton; sister-in-law, Jeannie Carneal; brother-in-law, Andy Shelton; and two nieces, April D. Williams and her… DUGSPUR- Avis H. Collier, 81 of Dugspur, VA went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, October 21, 2008. Mr. Collier was born in Dugspur on October 10, 1927, the last surviving member of the six children of O.C. Collier and Mattie Webb Collier. Avis was a retired Texaco/Citgo dealer and member of Bethel Brethren in Christ Church, as well as former four-term member of the Carroll County Board of Supervisors, former member of the Carroll County School Board, and Dugspur Rescue Squad founding member. Construction… COLLINS, Lewis O., age 63, of Jarratt, Va., died on Monday, October 27, 2008. He was born in Richmond, Va., the son of the late Orice O. and Frances Beasley Collins. Mr. Collins was retired from Dupont after 38 years or service. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman and a member of the Last Chance Hunt Club of Jarratt. Mr. Collins is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda L. Collins; children, Tracie C. Goldman and husband, Bryan of Spartanburg, S.C., Christina C. Evans and husband,… 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 will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at the Rocky Mount First Church of the Brethren with the Rev. John Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, 140 Floyd Ave. Rocky Mount, Va. 24151. Cletia Nuckolls Corvin, 88, of Wytheville died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at Montgomery Regional Hospital in Blacksburg. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 2 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Harvey Atkinson officiating. Interment will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. She was a retired manager from Jafree Shirt Co. and was employed in food service at Carrington Place at Wytheville. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Hattie Felty Nuckolls; and her… CRAWFORD, David Lee, 69, of Bumpass, Va., died Monday, October 27, 2008. He is survived by his wife, June E. Crawford; two sons, David L. Jr. (Jennifer) and Willard (Sandy); two daughters, Tammy Bennington (Albert) and Dawn Wirt (Bunkie); 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. His remains rest at the Lacy Funeral Home, Rte. 522, Mineral, Va., where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, with interment in Bethany Christian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home… Crowder Jr., James Alexander (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of James Alexander Jr. CROWDER 10-29-1979 08-18-2007, Jimmy, I know you are smiling because you know that we would never forget your "special day." We are thankful you were a part of our lives. We miss your sweet, mischievous smile and your wonderful humor, but you left us great memories. We love and miss you so much! But you will always be alive in out hearts., Love you Jimmy,, Mom, Kellye, Kristi & all of your friends CRUMP, Gladys I., of Richmond, formerly of Charles City, died September 27, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. beginning at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Alzheimer's Association., Charities will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Christ United Methodist Church. Salyer Funeral Home is in charge. Rose Cirillo DiGiuseppe, 103, of Cloverdale, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangement by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 540-345-9100. DODL, Calvin L., 81, of Richmond, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008. He now awaits the resurrection at the return of the Lord Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife, Martha Crafton Dodl; daughter, Anita Sue Dodl Bryan (Al); son, Rodney Dodl (Lydia); sister, June Dodl; and six grandchildren. He was a member of the Forest Hill Christadelphian Ecclesia and was a dedicated employee of Froehling and Robertson with 63 years of service. His remains rest at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot… 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. 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… Irene C. Dudley, 86, of Union Hall, Va., died on Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va. Oct 29, 2008 Early Reed Hairston, 72, of White Plains, N.Y., and formerly of Bassett, died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at White Plains Hospital. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in Garrett Funeral Home-Ashley Chapel, 205 NC Hwy. 42 West, Ahoskie, with the Rev. Dr. Jesse J. Croom and Rev. Ronald McSwain officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 until 8:30 p.m. today and other times at the home of her daughter. Flowers are welcome or memorial donations may be made to St. John Baptist Church, 1644 NC Hwy. 461, Ahoskie, NC 27910 or to the Ahoskie Rescue Squad., Charities Mrs. Alma Argana Elswick, of Richlands, Va., passed away Thurs., Oct. 16, 2008 in an Abingdon, Va., nursing home, following a lengthy illness. She was born in Coeburn, Va., and was the daughter of the late James Gilbert and Arabelle Carpenter Woody. She had made her home in the Richlands area most of her life and was a LPN at the Mattie Williams Hospital. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Richlands, Va., and was a member of the Bluefield Chapter #102 O.E.S. and the Rebekah's… Mrs. Mabel A. Farmer went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008. She was born the youngest daughter of William Harve and Lular Miller Farmer on Jan. 6, 1911, in Hemlock, N.C. She moved to West Virginia when she was married. Mrs. Farmer worked for Ritter Lumber Co., Red Jacket Coal Corp. and Island Creek Coal Co. as Club House Manager at Madison, Coal Mountain, and Bartley, W.Va. She was a charter member of the Coal Mountain Church of Christ and later in Bartley, she attended the Community… Mr. Virgil Monroe Farmer, age 97 of Tazewell County, Va., died Mon., Oct. 13, 2008 at the Golden Age Retirement Home at Claypool Hill, Va. Born Jan. 4, 1911 in Grayson County, Va., he was a son of the late Walter Farmer and Luevada Sheets Farmer. Mr. Farmer was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired coal miner, having been employed by the Pocahontas Fuel Company and was a member of the UMWA Local 1498, District #17. Mr. Farmer had also been employed at Compton sawmill. In addition to his parents, he was… 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1, 2008, at Shiloh United Methodist Church, Hillsville. Arrangement by Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va. 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… Rachel Jones Fatherly CHESAPEAKE - Rachel Jones Fatherly, 81, of the 2300 block of Ardmore Ave., went to be with the Lord Oct. 27, 2008, in Norfolk. A native of Franklinton, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Howell G. and Pearl Wilder Jones and the wife of the late James Henry Fatherly III. She was a faithful member of South Norfolk Baptist Church where she was a member and former director of the Women's Missionary Union, leader of the Zack Deal Circle and Inreach coordinator of the church. She… 11 a.m. Friday, October 31, 2008, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cotton Hill Road. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. Dorothea L. Finch SUFFOLK - Dorothea Loretta Finch, 71, passed away Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at her home after a courageous battle with lymphoma. Born March 7, 1937 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Rose Gillen O'Rourke and Joseph O'Rourke. She was a talented portrait artist and a member of the Church of St. Therese. Dot is survived by her loving family, including her husband of over 52 years, Herbert J. Finch; two sons, Herbert Joseph Finch of Smithfield and Robert Paul Finch and… Marshall Edward Fiorini, 91, of Wytheville, formerly of Latrobe, Pa., died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, in Galax. A graveside service will be held Friday, Oct. 31, at 10:30 a.m. at the Unity Cemetery in Latrobe, Pa. He was born Jan. 15, 1917, in Loyalhanna, Pa., son of the late Isaac and Enes Boscoli Fiorini. He was the last of his four brothers and one sister. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Louise Tranquilla Fiorini; four brothers, Billy Fiorini, Chester Fiorini, Bert Fiorini and James Fiorini;… Wayne Graham Fisher, 65, of Max Meadows died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at his residence. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. at Fellowship Baptist Church with Pastor Donald E. Drake and Pastor Charles Wright officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery with American Legion Post 9 conducting graveside military rites. He was born Sept. 2, 1943, in Wytheville, son of the late Robert A. and Margaret Dodgion Fisher. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. He was a retired brick… Oct 29, 2008 Floyd Saunders Tinsley, 51, of 381 Diamond Hill Road, Axton, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Martinsville. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home. Andrew J. Foray Jr. FRANKTOWN - Andrew J. Foray Jr., 86, of Wellington Neck Road died Oct. 23, 2008. A funeral will be held today at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, Wayne, N.J. B.D. Holland Funeral Home, Nassawadox, is in charge. Dorothy L. Freeman SUFFOLK - Dorothy Mae Lassiter Freeman, 79, passed away Oct. 28, 2008. A native of Hobbsville, N.C., she was the daughter of the late John T. Lassiter and Maxie L. Piland. She was also predeceased by her husband, John Edward Freeman and brother, Frank Lassiter. Dorothy retired from Planters Peanuts and was a member of First Baptist Church in Suffolk. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia M. Hagman of Capron, Va.; son and daughter-in-law, Earl L. Monds Jr. and K. Maria Monds of Newport… will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Virginia Heights Baptist Church, 1251 Kempsville Road, Norfolk. Arrangements by Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel., Charities GLOVER, Katherine "Kittie", 73, of Goochland, Va., departed this life Sunday, October 26, 2008. She is survived by her only daughter, Vivian Renee; and son-in-law, Juan Anthony Sr.; two grandsons, Juan Pertell "Jay" and Justin Mykal; two sisters, devoted Ella Gray of Goochland and Mable Trent of Powhatan; eight brothers, devoted Rush, Earl, Eddie, George and Julius Pace, all of Goochland, Howard and Paul Pace, both of Richmond, and Arthur Pace of Philadelphia, Pa.; six sisters-in-law,… conducted 11 a.m. today from Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford. s 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Eula J. Greer, 49, of Rural Retreat died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at her residence. Funeral service was held Thursday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. at the Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Derek Cowan officiating. A graveside service was held Friday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. at the Greer Family Cemetery in Rural Retreat. She was born June 30, 1959, in Galax. She is survived by her husband, Perry B. Greer Jr. of Rural Retreat; son, Josh Greer of the home; daughter, Doddie Greer of the home; parents, J.L. and… Mrs. Nell Price Hagy, 97, a lifelong resident of Washington County passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was born March 18, 1911, in Washington County, the daughter of late John Richard and Annie Lee Maiden Price. Her life was filled with happiness, joy, taking care of her family and caring for others. She was a member of Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Abingdon. She was dedicated to her church, neighbors and in her later years to the many friends she took to… Early Reed Hairston, 72, of White Plains, N.Y., and formerly of Bassett, Va., died on Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett, Va. HAMILTON, Wanda Turner, 40, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her father, Grover Cleveland Turner Jr. Ms. Hamilton is survived by her life mate, Roy F. Yowell; mother, Angela C. Moore and stepfather, 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,… Mr. Joseph Harper Jr., 66, former sheriff of Petersburg, passed away on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Mr. Harper was the first African-American to be appointed as sheriff of Petersburg City. Sheriff Harper will be greatly missed by the City of Petersburg and many, many friends and loved ones. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, James Harper and Moses Harper. Mr. Harper was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, for over 45 years. Joseph Harper… HARRIS, Charlie, 74, of Amelia, Va., died Saturday, October 25, 2008 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Louise Mondrey Harris; and their sons and their spouses, Lonnie (Mary) of Kernersville, N.C., Christopher (Hattie) of Newport News, Va., Michael (Shirdine) and Gregory (Valarie) of Amelia, Va.; 14 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lillian Hicks, Gertrude Wise (George), Annie Tyler and Juanita Jones; two brothers, Aubrey and Douglas Harris;… 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,… Helen Z. Harris VALENTINES - Mrs. Helen Z. Harris, 89, died Oct. 27, 2008. She is survived by her children, Steve Harris of Sharpsburg, Md., Mike and Netsa Harris of Mechanicsville, Va., and Billy and Susan Harris of Cary, N.C. Also surviving are seven grandchildren; one brother, Joseph Zebertavage of Reading, Pa.; and two sisters, Anne Panchari of Seltzer, Pa., and Margaret Lengle of Reading. Mrs. Harris was preceded in death by her husband, William G. "Bill" Harris. A graveside funeral will be… HARRIS, Mrs. Helen Z., age 89, of Valentines, died Monday, October 27, 2008. She is survived by her children, Steve Harris of Sharpsburg, Md., Mike and Netsa Harris of Mechanicsville, and Billy and Susan Harris of Cary, N.C. Also surviving are seven grandchildren; one brother, Joseph Zebertavage of Reading, Pa.; and two sisters, Anne Panchari of Seltzer, Pa., and Margaret Lengle of Reading, Pa. Mrs. Harris was preceded in death by her husband, William G. "Bill" Harris. A graveside funeral service… s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, at the Floyd United Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Gregory officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Floyd United Methodist Church, 417 East Main Street. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Floyd United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 55, Floyd, Va. 24091 or the Floyd Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 257, Floyd, Va. 24091 or the Floyd Volunteer Fire… Elna Maidelle Hatcher, 83 , of Hillsville, Passed away on October 15, 2008. She was born on August 20, 1925 to the late David Clarence and Laura Elizabeth Hatcher. She was preceded in by one sister, Iona Faye Burgess. Survivors Brothers and Sister-in-laws Bert and Linda Hatcher Donnie Royce and Jo Ann Hatcher David C. Hatcher, Jr. and Madeline Hatcher Nephews Lane Hatcher Gary Hatcher Darrell Hatcher Vincent Hatcher Victor Hatcher Chad Hatcher Nieces Charliene and Lindel Belcher Lori and Ben Greenfield… 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., Danville, Va., Coldwater, Mich., Darien, Conn., and Atlanta, Ga. In retirement, she… 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. will be held Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in Cape Charles Cemetery. Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home is in charge. 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. Wayne E. Hovencamp Sr., 65, of Wytheville went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. Funeral service was held Friday, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ed Richardson officiating. Interment was in the Rosewood Memorial Gardens at Rural Retreat with American Legion Post 9 conducting graveside military rites. He was born Sept. 5, 1943, in McAfee, N.J., son of the late Everett and Thelma Reed Hovencamp. He served as a medic in the U.S.… , serving in Vietnam and Desert Storm. He was a native of Roanoke. Surviving are his daughters, Angela Humphrey, of Henrico, N.C., Michelle Winner, of Roanoke; four grandchildren, Zachary Terry, Alex Wilkins, Matthew Winner, Jr. and Amber Winner; his mother, Ellen Humphrey, of North Carolina; sister, Gloria Humphrey; nephews, David Lindsey, III and Matthew Ramsey, all of Roanoke; and good friend, Joyce Moore, of Roanoke. Services will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel and… 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.… William Lee Jackson Jr. NORFOLK - A native of Norfolk, William Lee Jackson Jr., 60, of the 500 block of Liberty St., departed Oct. 26, 2008. He was born Dec. 26, 1947. He was a former dispatcher and cab driver for Yellow Cab Company. He was predeceased by his father and mother, William and Mildred Jackson and two daughters, Pia and Pina Jackson. William Jackson is survived by his wife, Saloma Jackson; daughter, Pamela Jackson-Monroe and sons, Earl and Trevor Jackson; sister, Jean Turner of Portsmouth; also… Nadine F. Jackson died Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, after a heroic battle with ALS. Funeral service was held Monday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Cindy Privette officiating. Entombment was in Rosewood Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Born July 23, 1931, to the late R.T. and Mamie J. Frazier, she grew up and lived in the Poplar Camp/Browntown area of Wythe County surrounded by many friends and family. As a child she developed a love for the piano which continued to blossom throughout… William A. Jackson Sr., 57, of Wytheville died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church Cemetery with Pastor Larry Cline and Ray Cantrell officiating. He was a retired dairy farmer. He was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Jerry Wheeler. Survivors include his wife, Wanda C. Jackson of the home; daughter and son-in-law, Angela C. and Larry D. Ashby; two sons and daughter-in-law, William A. "Jay" Jr. and… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) JOHNSON, Mozelle Warren, 80, passed away October 27, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia W. Abel (Billy); two stepchildren, Cheryl Fleischer and Wayne Johnson; one grandson, John McCraw Jr. (Stephanie); "adopted" granddaughter, Pam Roark; seven stepgrandchildren; great-grandchildren, Shauna, Hunter and Kayla McCraw; several stepgreat-grandchildren; one sister, Adele Robertson; and one brother, Robert Warren (Danise). The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at… 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… will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Riverside Cemetery, 1000 E. Indian River Road, Norfolk. The Rev. Joseph A. Huxford of Southside Church of Christ will officiate. A visitation wll be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Francis Gay Chapel of Oman Funeral Home, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. The family has extended an invitation to visit with the family at the family home. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at .com. Patricia Ann Whately Jones, 45, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in London Bridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Tom Armbrister officiating. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities Oct 29, 2008 Juanita Slaughter Cline, 80, of 547 Susan Drive, Collinsville, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Patrick County on Dec. 7, 1927, to Luther E. Slaughter and Susie Conner Slaughter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Basil “Buddy” Cline Jr.; two sisters, Pauline Martin and Jean Goard; and three brothers, Waitman Slaughter, Wacho Slaughter and Wayne Slaughter. She graduated from Woolwine High School,… from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Spirit of Liberty, Loudon Ave., Roanoke. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home. 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,… LACY, Vernon S. Sr., 89, of Richmond, passed away October 28, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Lacy; and son, Vernon Lacy Jr. "Bubba." He is survived by his children, Hunter Lacy and Danythe Hoyle; four grandchildren, Shannon Haynie, Jessica Berlin, Nicholas Hoyle and Meredith Hoyle; one great-grandchild, Corinne Haynie; and brother, Ed Lacy. Funeral services will be held 12 noon on Friday, October 31, at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, where the family will… s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Kathleen Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows. The family will receive friends at Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. The family requests that those sending memorial contributions, please consider Kathleen Memorial United Methodist Church. Online condolence messages to the family can be sent to www.riffes.com. s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Vinton Baptist Church with Pastor Brian Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Rosa Mae Lawrence VIRGINIA BEACH - Rosa Mae Shaw Lawrence, 91, passed away Oct. 26, 2008. She was born May 7, 1917 in Wilson County, North Carolina, to the late Grocer and Nettie Peacock Shaw. She was predeceased by her husband, Trustee Thomas Cecil Lawrence Sr. Rosa lived in the West Munden section of Chesapeake for over 45 years. She was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, Berkley. She was one of the founders for Workers for Christ Ministry, vice president of the Pastor's Aid for 13 years, former… Ruby M. Lawson PORTSMOUTH - Ruby M. Lawson, 76, of the 2500 block of Graham St., died Oct. 25, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. Beatrice Arata Lee NORFOLK - Beatrice Arate Lee, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died peacefully in her sleep Oct. 26, 2008. Beatrice was born into a large (seven children) happy family in New York City, and at age 98 was the last survivor of that family. In 1982, she and her husband Howard (deceased 1995) moved to Virginia Beach to be near their son and grandchildren and soon felt at home. She is survived by her son, Howard V. Lee of Virginia Beach; her daughter, Dawn Flittie of San Francisco; four… LEWIS-ABDULLAH, Mrs. Ada, of Richmond, departed this life October 28, 2008. She is survived by two daughters, Mary McKnight and Lucinda Shamsid-Deen; two sons, Mathew Lewis Jr. and Harry Charles Lewis; 15 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two daughters-in-law, Angelina Lewis and Barbara Lewis; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave., where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday. Imam… will be conducted 11a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2008, at Eden United Methodist Church. Arrangements by McLaughlin Funeral Home, Hot Springs, Va. will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel, Covington, Va. Reginald E. Mack NORFOLK - Reginald E. Mack, 57, of the 500 block of S. Main St., passed away Oct. 26, 2008 at the Veterans Hospital, Hampton. He was born Jan. 24, 1951 in Norfolk and was a member of Tabernacle Church of Norfolk. He retired in 1977 from the U.S. Marine Corps. He was predeceased by his father, James E. Mack. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Deborah Mack; one son, Reginald M. Mack (Leslie); his mother, Thelma Mack; two sisters, Shirley Haywood and Yolanda Thornton; four brothers,… Robert John Mackey VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert John Mackey, retired U.S. Navy, died Oct. 27, 2008, at the age of 61. Mr. Mackey was born in Troy, N.Y., and was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis Butler and John Benjamin Mackey. Known as "Papa," he is survived by his wife of 39 years, Dolores Mackey; their two children: daughter, Joseanna Marie Henry and husband Lawrence and their three children, Meighan, Cameron and Jordan currently residing in Rota, Spain; son, Patrick John Mackey and wife… Altrolee "Altro" Madison, 17, of 12416 Baltimore Road, Ford, Va., died suddenly Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney. 478-4411 Margaret G. Marek, 87, a lifelong resident of Petersburg and Colonial Heights, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 at the Colonial Heights Health Care Center. She was the daughter of the late Alvin A. and Sadie Patillo Goulder, and was the widow of Herbert C. Marek, having been married for 59 years. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alvin Goulder of Colonial Heights, and Preston Goulder, who was killed in the D-Day invasion during WWII. Mrs. Marek was a retired bookkeeper, a charter member of Colonial… MARTIN, Noel L. Sr., age 86, a WWII U. S. Navy veteran, passed peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2008 at Memorial Regional Hospital. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Thelma Mae Martin. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Margaret Crouch Martin; son, Noel L. Martin Jr.; a daughter, Diane Hufner (Rick); granddaughter, Angela Parker (Steven); grandson, Andy Urban; great-grandson, Anthony G. Urban; and one great-granddaughter, Kimberlynn Parker, all of Mechanicsville; one brother, Rumely Martin; a… 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 her daughter, Debra M. Haynes; granddaughter, Stephanie Massucco; grandson, Christopher Haynes; her nephew, Charles T. Rao Jr. The family will receive friends from 11 to 1 and 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. Irene Wright Mathews, 88, of Wytheville died Monday, Oct. 22, 2008. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church with the Revs. Norman Wilhoit and Jeff Callahan officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery. She was born April 1, 1920, in West Virginia, daughter of the late Clarence and Myrtle Spraker Wright. She was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Luther… Corston McNeal Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Corston McNeal Jr. of the 3900 block of Windsor Woods Blvd. died Oct. 25, 3008. A funeral will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception, Norfolk. Riddick Funeral Service is in charge. MEADE, Kenneth, went to his eternal home on October 27, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Sandra L. Meade; parents, Swanson and Sue Meade; brothers, Dennis Meade (Jeanette) and John Meade (Kim); sister, Belinda Wade (Jimmy); and several nieces and nephews. Kenneth was known for his kindness and generosity to help others and to know him was to love him. We know he is smiling down at us. His family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where funeral… Leatha Ann Miller, 84, of Wytheville died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008. Funeral service was held Sunday, Oct. 19, at 3 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery with American Legion Post 9 conducting graveside military rites. She was born July 8, 1924, in Richmond, daughter of the late John Mills and Annie Lee. She was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in World War II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eberett Lee Miller. Survivors include a son, Eric Mario Miller of… , Mr. Minch retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier in Virginia Beach. He served in the Marine Corps for 16 years, obtaining the rank of captain and was a Purple Heart recipient during the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Minch; daughter, Jessica Barber (James) of Chesapeake; stepson, Chance Townley (Nicole) of Norfolk; grandchildren, Ryan Kirkoff, Rachael Townley, Nicholas Townley and Madison Barber; sister, Evelyn Minch of Annapolis, Md.; brother, Donald Minch of Albion, Pa.… William L. Mitchell VIRGINIA BEACH - William Lee "Mitch" Mitchell, 56, of the 4300 block of Moosewood Court, passed away Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Interment will be at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel, Bassett, Va. Rose Marie "Ree" Mondrage, 86, of Abingdon passed away on Friday, Oct. 17, 2008 in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Born in Clintwood, she was a daughter of the late Dewey and Marilyn Mullins. She was a resident of Sandlick in Dickenson County before moving to Abingdon in 1978. She was baptized into the Freewill Baptist Church in Clintwood. She was preceded in death by a son, Bill Mondrage; an infant granddaughter, Kathryn Cox; two sisters, Ruby Hicks and Kathryn Wright. Survivors include her husband,… MOORE, Sanford "Vear", 87, of Jarratt, widower of Ruby R. Moore, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008. He is survived by three sons, Franklin Bernard Moore Sr., John Wayne Moore and Linwood Earl Moore; one daughter, Barbara Moore Jones, all of Jarratt; 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by one son, Louis Sanford Moore Jr. Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Owen Funeral Home, Jarratt, Va., where the funeral… Violet Amanda Nelson, 83, of Bland died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008. Funeral service was held Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. at the Highland Bland Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jim Conley officiating. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 11 a.m. at the Muncy Cemetery. She was born April 3, 1925, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Levi Clinton and Minerva Jane Peak Baxley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Nelson Sr.; son, Cecil Nelson Jr.; grandson, Cecil Nelson III;… s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Lotz Salem Chapel with Ministers Roy Miller and David Workman officiating. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home in Salem. s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Franklin Memorial Park with the Rev. Ben Layman officiating. In lieu of flowers and food, donations in Evelyn's memory can be made to Ferrum Rescue Squad, c/o Captain Lisa McCaul, 1392 Jamison Mill Road, Henry, Va. 24102. Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, with her family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in St. John's Episcopal Church, Portsmouth. Interment will be private. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the , 2730 Ellsmere Ave., Norfolk, VA 23513 or St. John's Episcopal Church, 424 Washington St., Portsmouth, VA 23704., Charities 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.… Ruby S. Paxson VIRGINIA BEACH - Ruby Paxson passed away at age 87 on Oct. 28, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Charlie and Lillie Mae Steffey; her husband, Nicholas Wise Paxson; her brothers, Charles Steffey, James Brown Steffey; and her sisters, Helen Marie Steffey and Stella Virginia Steffey. Surviving her are her daughter, the Hon. Deborah M. Paxson and husband Michael S. Brewer; her son, Nicholas Wise Paxson II and wife Sandra W. Paxson; her grandsons, Nicholas Wise Paxson III and Robert… will be conducted Friday at 10 a.m. by Pastor Palmer Zerbe in Alliance Church, 5809 Portsmouth Blvd. Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, SEVA Chapter, 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23502., Charities Elizabeth Layden Perry ELIZABETH CITY - Elizabeth Layden Perry, 92, of the 500 block of Okisko Road, died Oct. 27, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel. s. The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the Chesapeake City Ambulance Service. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is assisting the family. PRESTON, Howard J. "Egghead," departed this life October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Estelle L. Pruden NORFOLK - Estelle L. Pruden, 86, passed away Oct. 28, 2008. Services are private and under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach., 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,… 5 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2008 at Glasgow Baptist Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. s will be conducted 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at College Lutheran Church, Salem, Va. Gilbert E. Roberts, 93, of Elk Creek, Va., died October 28, 2008. Funeral Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 2 p.m. in Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va. s will be held on Friday, October 31, 2008 at Dry Pond Primitive Baptist Church at 2 p.m. with Elder Reuben Hawks and Elder Melvin McGrady officiating. Burial will follow in the Dry Pond Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel on Thursday, October 30, 2008 from 6 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dry Pond Church, c/o BB & T Bank in Hillsville or Dugspur Rescue Squad, 118 Double Cabin Road, Dugspur, VA 24325. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is… s will be held noon on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Jean Robinson, 75, of Carson, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Audrey Herzner of Gulfport, Fla.; two granddaughters, Amy Jorgensen of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Valerie Jorgensen of Gulfport, Fla.; five great-grandchildren; two nephews and five nieces; two sisters, JoAnne Frye of Stony Creek and Sue Holt of Franklin. Mrs. Robinson was a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Babb and was also preceded in death by a sister, Peggy. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday,… Sarah A. Ruffin NORFOLK - Sarah A. Ruffin, 69, of the 5400 block of Tidewater Drive passed away Oct. 26, 2008. She was predeceased by her beloved father, Alonzo and her son, Milton. She leaves behind six daughters, Phyllis, Alafia of Utica, N.Y., Verna, Venetta of Queens, N.Y., Kim and Ronda of Virginia Beach; 13 grandchildren, Sakina, Paris, Dakota, Sirdell, Milton, Keyshawn, Breani, Rasheeda, Burleigh, Vernell, Javon, Sarah, Caden; and one great-grandchild, with a host of family and friends. "We saw… will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, from Stevens Funeral Chapel with Pastor Mike Coleman officiating. Burial will follow in the Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin with Pulaski VFW Post #1184 conducting the Military Graveside Rites. Visiting will be held on Wednesday evening, October 29, 2008, from the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. Santarelli, Dr. John Anthony "Doc" SANTARELLI, Dr. John Anthony "Doc", 85, died Tuesday October 28, 2008, peacefully at home. The eighth of ten children, he was born to Italian immigrants Lucia Lucente and Tobia Santarelli, who arrived on Ellis Island in 1905 for the first time. His mom and pop owned a small grocery store in their own home which they lost in the Great Depression. Doc's earliest years were lean and he took various jobs to support the family including as a butcher and a tailor. He attended Juniata College in… 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… A funeral service for Ms. Donna J. Scott will be held at 2 p. m., Friday, Oct. 31, 2008 at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. Douglas Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Jones Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 19600 Little Road, Petersburg and may be contacted by calling (804) 590-2593. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Scott online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may… Florence B. Sellers NORFOLK - Florence Jane Bradshaw Sellers, 89, passed away Oct. 27, 2008, in her residence. Born in Edenton, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Ila Byrum Bradshaw and Darden H. Bradshaw and was the widow of Dr. John Greaton Sellers. She was a graduate of Maury High School, Class of 1937 and a graduate of Sullins College, Class of 1939. She was a member of Talbot Park Baptist Church, Norfolk Yacht and Country Club, Colony Point Circle of the Children's Hospital of The King's… s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. John B. Senter Jr. NORFOLK - Dr. John B. Senter Jr., 83, passed away Oct. 27, 2008. Born in Norfolk, he was the eldest son of the late John Boules and Wilma Rhoades Senter. Jack was a lifelong resident of Tidewater. He was raised in London Bridge, Princess Anne County and graduated from Oceana High School. Jack attended Virginia Military Institute and served in World War II with the U.S. Army, 76th Infantry Division, in the European Theater. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantryman's… In Loving Memory of Griffith M. SHORT 08-08-1908 10-29-2001, "Gone Home 7 Years", We cherish our memories of you. The BEST Daddy & Pa, that God ever made., We Love & Miss you, Daughter & Family will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Parksley Cemetery. Williams-Parksley Funeral Homes is in charge. Olive Evenson Smith NORFOLK - Olive Evenson Smith, 93, went to be with the Lord Oct. 26, 2008. She was born Oct. 26, 1915 in Norfolk to the late Ole and Martha Evenson. Olive was very proud of her Norwegian heritage and was a member of the Sons of Norway. She was a long- time member of Norview United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women, a member of the Home Demonstration Club, an extension of Virginia Tech, the Good Sam Club and the New Kent Chapel Association. Olive was a very brilliant woman,… Mrs. Estelle Smith of 21206 White Oak Road, Petersburg (Dinwiddie County), died on Tuesday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, A.A. Tucker, funeral director. SMITH, Joseph P., 69, of Sandston, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Argyll and Berniece Smith. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Gloria; his two daughters, Wendy Prewitt and her husband, Robbie, of Ormond Beach, Fla.; Amy Whirlow of Raleigh, N.C.; a stepdaughter, Valerie Henshaw of Quinton; stepson, Kris Henshaw of Sandston; two grandchildren, Britton Prewitt, Trey Whirlow; and a brother, Argyll M. "Jack" Smith, Jr. of Holly Hill, Fla.… SMITH, Lance Marquis, departed this life October 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Christina Cousins-Smith; two children, Aiyannah and Keon; parents, Carl and Deborah Wallace; five sisters, one brother; grandmother, Martha Jackson; a number of uncles and aunts, cousins and other relatives. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 30, 2008, 1 p.m., at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Glen Allen, Va. Interment… s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, in The Kendall Funeral Home at 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke with burial following in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening, October 29, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com. Thomas Jackson Smith Jr., 52, of Dublin, Va., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Services will be private. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va. will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. The Rev. Gary T. Fowler will officiate. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make donations to Flint Hill Baptist Church or Bedford Hospice Care. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Marjorie Stawls FREDERICK, Md. - Mrs. Marjorie Evelyn Lake Stawls, 82, formerly of Norfolk, died Oct. 27, 2008, at College View Center, Frederick. She was the wife of the late Garland Stawls. Born May 18, 1926, in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Laura Jackson Lake. Prior to moving to the Frederick area five years ago, Mrs. Stawls lived for many years in the Norfolk area. She worked in earlier years for the Virginia Electric and Power Company. She is survived by her brother,… s will be held. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge. Mary J. Stringer NORFOLK - Mary J. Stringer of the 2200 block of Keller Ave. passed away Oct. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in First Church of Christ Holiness. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes is in charge. Mark Anthony Sturdivant NORFOLK - Mark Anthony Sturdivant of the 1200 block of West 26th St. died Oct. 24, 2008. Services are private. Riddick Funeral Service is in charge. Mrs. Viola "Baby Sis" Dugger Suber, 77, of 1513 Oakdale Ave., Petersburg, Va., departed this life Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 at the Battlefield Park's Golden Living Center. Viola was born Dec. 28, 1930 to the late Robert and Viola Dugger. She received Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age at Bethany Baptist Church of Petersburg. She devoted many years of her life in service to Bethany as a faithful member of the choir and many other organizations. She grew up in the Blandford area of… William Claron Sumner Sr., 94, died on Sunday, October 26, 2008, in Roanoke, Va. Claron was born and raised on a farm in Fancy Gap, Va. He was the last surviving child of the seven children of Robert Fulton Sumner and Alverta Brendle Sumner. He attended colleges in Bluefield, W.Va., and Richmond, Va., and received his degree in dentistry from the Medical College of Virginia. Claron established a practice in Rocky Mount, Va. While making bank deposits, he met his future wife, Catherine Davis, a teller at the… 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Lotz Roanoke Chapel. TAYLOR, Maria Elnora Washburn, 67, of Prince George County, died Monday, October 27, 2008 in John Randolph Medical Center. She was born in Emporia, Va., and had been a resident of the Hopewell and Prince George area most of her life. Mrs. Taylor was a former Brownie and Girl Scout leader and was an active member of Merchants Hope Church and The Merchants Hope Foundation. She was the daughter of the late Winthrop D. and Virginia Overstreet Washburn and was the widow of Gerald Avin Taylor. Mrs. Taylor is… will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, in Williams Memorial Park. Friends may call at Serenity on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, from 2 to 8 p.m. for viewing. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The , 800-227-2345. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home. Floyd Saunders Tinsley, 51, of Axton, died Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements by Stanfield-Miller 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… James R. Ballowe James R. Ballowe, 80, of Coleman Falls, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 in Avante' At Lynchburg. He was the loving husband of Betty Parker Ballowe for over 59 years. Born July 29, 1928, in Big Stone Gap, he was the son of the late James W. Ballowe and Dora Beard Ballowe. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Mae Ballowe. James served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired supervisor from Owens Illinois with 41 years of… WAGNER, Richard John, 76, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Beverly Jane. He was the beloved father of Cheryl (Donald) Horner of Chesterfield and Deborah (Michael) Suhr of Front Royal. He is further survived by seven grandchildren, Aaron, Ryan and Kaylin Horner and Evan, Jordan, Hannah and Bethany Suhr; one sister, Marjorie Palm of Sunnyvale, Calif.; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Wagner served his country in the U.S.… 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.… WASHINGTON, Mrs. Mary Aileen, of Richmond, departed this life October 28, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va. Herbert Lee Wiggins COMO - Herbert Lee Wiggins, 69, passed away Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008 in Roanoke Chowan General Hospital in Ahoskie, N.C. He was born in Como and raised in Portsmouth. He retired from active duty in 1980 and continued working for the U.S. Army in Berlin, Germany until he returned home to Como in 1997. He was a Vietnam veteran who received a Combat Infantryman's Badge, Vietnam Service Medal and two Purple Heart medals. Cherishing his memory are his wife, Evelin R. Wiggins; two… Williams, Florence Jane Morley Mosely WILLIAMS, Florence Jane Morley Mosely, died at Landmark of Baton Rouge Nursing Facility on September 10, 2008 of natural causes at the age of 91. Florence was recognized as a great beauty and was charming, kind, witty, thoughtful, and beloved by family and friends. Florence was born June 8, 1917 in McGehee, Ark., the first child of Dean Richards and Gladys Romine Morley and she spent most of her early childhood in Rayville, La., growing up with two younger brothers, Kirk and William "Billy". She… will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Ephesus United Methodist Church with the Rev. Steve Parker and the Rev. Bill Burleigh officiating. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. at Burch-Messier Funeral Home and other times at the residence of Carlton and Tillie Witt. Memorials may be made to the Bedford Life Saving Crew. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, 540-586-7360. . The family requests that donations be made to either Bayside Presbyterian Church or to the hospice Sentara Home Care Services, 535 Independence Pkwy., Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA 23320., Charities 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, Lara 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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