Our Obituaries
Willene McGuire
August 9, 1924 - May 20, 2013
Willene McGuire, former resident of Carson City, Nevada, died peacefully on May 20th, 2013, while living with her daughter in Williamsburg, Virginia. She was 88 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lynn McGuire in 2003, and is survived by her daughter, Lynnette Cabrera, son Bill McGuire, son-in-law Lou Cabrera, daughter-in-law Charlotte McGuire, and 3 grandchildren, 5 great...
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Samuel Haddaway Blades
May 20, 1932 - May 19, 2013
Samuel H. Blades, 80, of Williamsburg and formerly of Annapolis, MD, passed away on May 19, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Blades; his sister, Lola Bentley; and his brother, Alfred Blades, Jr.
Samuel proudly served in the U.S. Army. After his military service, he was the owner of a 7-11 store and after retirement, worked part-time at Sam's Club. He cherished time spent with...
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Darrell Winston Sheppard
December 17, 1955 - May 18, 2013
Darrell Sheppard, 57, who was born December 17, 1955, passed away on May 18, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Sheppard and brother, Wayne Sheppard. He was a caregiver to Virginia Harris and everyone's repair man. He also served in the U.S. Army. Hobbies included Gold NASCAR and football, with his favorite team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is survived by his mother, Claremont...
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Virginia Jefferson Bruner
November 24, 1919 - May 18, 2013
Virginia Jefferson Bruner, age 93, died May 18, 2013. She was a lifelong resident of Alexandria, VA prior to retiring to Williamsburg in 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Arthur J. Bruner, CPA. She is survived by their daughters, Susan B. Morris of Newport News, VA and Martha B. Amborn of Chicago, IL.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 PM at...
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Joann H. Walker
April 2, 1943 - May 18, 2013
Joann H. Walker, 70, of Lanexa, passed away on May 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Walker; her mother, Annie Ruth Sutphin; and her father, Justin H. Sutphin.
A devoted wife, mother, and homemaker, Joann loved children and time spent with friends. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed trips to the ocean. She was also a member of Liberty Baptist Church, Lanexa.
She is...
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Ruth Casey Newton Brown
August 21, 1926 - May 16, 2013
Ruth Casey Newton Brown, 86, of Williamsburg, passed away on May 16, 2013. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Estill and Allen Casey, and Harry and Frances Newton, of VA; mother, Grace Newton; father, Robert Newton; sisters, Cora Whitfield and Alberta Hogge; brothers, Audrey Newton, Robert Newton, Elton Newton, and Malvin Newton.
Ruth was a graduate of Achilles High School. She was...
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Jennifer Moody Stout
April 2, 1952 - May 15, 2013
Jennifer Moody Stout, 61, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on May 15, 2013 after a brief and sudden battle with leukemia. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Moody.
Jennifer had been employed at the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail since 1996. She had previously worked for the Williamsburg Sheriff's Office. She was a member of Christ Community Church and loved fishing and boating,...
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James Valentine, Jr.
May 20, 1928 - May 15, 2013
James Valentine Jr., 84, born May 20, 1928, passed away peacefully at his home in Williamsburg on May 15, 2013. He was predeceased by his father and mother, James and Emma Valentine, and his son, Vincent Valentine. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 55 years, Charlotte Valentine and son, Michael.
James was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in Richmond, VA, where he was the drum...
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Richard Arthur Whaley
April 2, 1936 - May 14, 2013
Richard A. Whaley, 77, passed away on Tuesday, May 14 in Williamsburg, VA. He was born April 2, 1936 in Wheaton, Minnesota.
Richard is survived by his wife, Maureen Whaley; his two daughters, Rachelle Whaley of Los Angeles and Christine Beaty and her husband, Bob, of Canton, Illinois; eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; four sisters, and one brother. He was preceded in death by...
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Sandra Ruth (Hull) Boyd
July 5, 1936 - May 12, 2013
Sandy, an avid runner, came in second place to a very aggressive form of cancer on Sunday, May 12, 2013, in Williamsburg, surrounded by her family. Those that knew her knew she was, in fact, a true winner in every way.
Sandy was born to the late William E. and Ruth H. Hull in the far West Texas oil patch of Iraan, Texas on July 5, 1936.
In high school, she was a very popular student, volleyball...
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William B. Rohn
May 12, 1927 - May 10, 2013
William B. Rohn of Williamsburg, husband of Nanci Harding Rohn died May 10, 2013 at home.
Mr. Rohn was born in Owensboro, KY on May 12, 1927, son of the late Ross W. Rohn and Frances Barber Rohn. He developed an interest in electronics in service in the U.S. Navy in World War II. In 1951, he graduated from the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn and spent most of his career with the Bell...
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Margaret Elizabeth Dooley Riley
March 14, 1923 - May 8, 2013
Margaret Elizabeth Dooley Riley, 90, of Williamsburg, passed away on May 8, 2013. Born on March 14, 1923, in Cinderella, West Virginia, Margaret became a service man's wife, traveling with her husband for assignments in Japan and Germany. Her favorite pasttimes were bowling, searching for items to add to her collectibles, and traveling with her husband in their motor home. She treasured time...
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Eleanor S. Gilpin
May 21, 1912 - May 5, 2013
Eleanor Sarah "Sally" Gilpin died peacefully in her room at Woodhaven at The Williamsburg Landing on Sunday evening, May 5, just 16 days shy of her 101st birthday. She exited this world as gracefully as she lived her life. She was born on May 21, 1912 in Flushing, N.Y., the older child of Oscar and Helen Holcombe. She was a graduate of Cliffside Park High School in New Jersey in 1929 and the...
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Jewell Pindar Reilly
August 31, 1919 - May 5, 2013
Jewell Pindar Reilly, 93, died May 5, 2013 at Hospice House of Williamsburg. She was born in Weehawken, NJ, graduated from Teaneck High School and attended the College of St. Elizabeth. Before raising her children, Mrs. Reilly worked at New York Insurance Company in Manhattan.
Her husband of 67 years, James Donald Reilly, died in 2009. She was also predeceased by two sons, Christopher Lee...
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Cheryl Diane Bashlor
August 15, 1948 - May 4, 2013
Cheryl Diane Oliver Bashlor Gibson, 64, of Williamsburg passed away on May 4, 2013 after a long battle with COPD. She was born on August 15, 1948 in Portland, Maine and has been a Williamsburg, Virginia resident since 1975.
Cheryl dearly loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother.
She leaves to cherish her memories her loving husband, Bobby Dean Gibson,...
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Philomena Phyllis Maher
March 5, 1913 - May 4, 2013
Philomena "Phyllis" Maher passed away peacefully on May 4, 2013, in Williamsburg, Virginia at the age of 100. Mrs. Maher was predeceased by her husband John, after 62 years of marriage, and her grandson James Patrick Maher. She is survived by her four children, John Maher (Cassie) of New York, Patricia Wilson (John) of Virginia, Phyllis Meyers (Robert) of Florida, and Thomas Maher of New Jersey;...
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Robert T. Cronau, Jr.
September 19, 1924 - May 1, 2013
Robert T. Cronau, Jr., 88, died May 1, 2013. He was the son of the late Robert Theodore and Kathryn Darden Cronau. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dorothy Womble Cronau and his sister, Jacqueline Cronau Moser. He is survived by his daughters and their spouses, Kathryn Bearden (James) and Cynthia Lee (Wayne).
Bob was born September 19, 1924 in Fort Sam Houston, TX and spent his...
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William Innes Watson, Jr.
March 19, 1928 - April 28, 2013
William Innes Watson, Jr., 85, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 28, 2013. A Dallas, Texas native and Southern Methodist University graduate, Will was a Virginia resident for over 50 years, retiring from NASA after 33 years as an electrical engineer. An avid lover of outdoor sports, he especially enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and bird watching.
Will is survived by Ardeth Watson, his...
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Arvid John Olin
August 21, 1936 - April 27, 2013
Arvid John Olin, 76, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 27, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian and Walter Olin and his beloved dog, Muffin.
Arvid proudly served in the U.S. Army. Following his military duty, he began a 35 year career with the U.S. Postal Service, retiring after many years of dedicated service.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Virginia E....
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Vivian Linda Villasenor
July 10, 1947 - April 26, 2013
Vivian Linda Villasenor, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 26, 2013.
Here we come to celebrate the life and mourn the death
of Vivian, the beautiful, loving and compassionate wife
and best friend of Thomas Phelps;
caring mother of Juan and Daniel Serrano
(and Daniel's wife, Laura);
dearest Abuela of Danny and James Serrano;
affectionate sister of Tina McCarthy and Victor...
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Rosemary Prosser
February 6, 1940 - April 25, 2013
Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Beloved Friend, Administrative Assistant
Rosemary Prosser, 73, of Williamsburg, died peacefully at home on the evening of April 25 after living a full life for five-and-a-half years with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her family and friends.
She was born to Martin and Margaret (Turjanica) Panigall in Greensburg, PA and grew up in Youngstown, OH. She and her...
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Roger Kim Cheadle
April 13, 1964 - April 23, 2013
SSG Roger Kim Cheadle, at the age of 48, died unexpectedly on April 23, 2013 in Ludocici, GA. He was raised in Williamsburg, VA and graduated from Bruton High School. He was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army, Infantry Division currently stationed at Ft. Stewart, GA. Roger served one tour in Iraq and two tours in Afghanistan. He received various medals, including the Bronze Star.
He was...
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Lorraine B. Rogers
October 21, 1918 - April 23, 2013
Lorraine B. Rogers, 94, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 23, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles O. Rogers; son, Charles (Tim) Rogers; brother, Elmer Benson; and sisters, Marguerite B. Kinde and Mildred B. Bryan.
Lorraine was a compassionate and skilled registered nurse, formerly employed by Johnston-Willis Hospital, Richmond and the Williamsburg Community Hospital. She was...
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Adli A. Alliss
May 11, 1927 - April 23, 2013
Adli A. Alliss, 85, of Williamsburg VA died April 23, 2013 surrounded by family. Mr. Alliss was a member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church. He earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Civil Engineering from N.C State University and was a member of Tau Beta Pi honorary engineering fraternity. He was employed by Tidewater Construction Corporation in 1954 and served for 35 years. Prior to...
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Mark A. Salsman
July 7, 2000 - April 22, 2013
All of us have a desire to make a difference in this world. This is true with children as well. Few have been as successful as our son, Mark. In his brief twelve years, the little boy with the light brown hair, big brown eyes and the sweetest voice in the world charmed all who knew him.
God gives children with cancer something extra. Mark used his extra to bring joy and happiness to...
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Robert L. Horton
January 13, 1939 - April 22, 2013
Robert L. Horton, 74, of Providence Forge, died on April 22, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, grandfather and grandmother.
A graduate of the Hampton High School Class of 1957, Robert was a self-employed salesman, and had retired and was more fully enjoying his woodworking hobby. He was a member of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond. He especially treasured...
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Arthur F. Johansen, Jr.
December 9, 1935 - April 21, 2013
Arthur F. Johansen, Jr. of Williamsburg, VA died on April 21, 2013 of complications from Parkinson's. He was born on December 9, 1935 in Plainfield, NJ, the son of Arthur F. & Kathryn Johansen. Art grew up in Westfield, NJ. A graduate of Rutgers University, he began his career in advertising at Ted Bates & Co in Manhattan.
Mr. Johansen is survived by his wife, Anne Bennett Johansen of...
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Lynda Christine Beck Farrell
April 7, 1959 - April 20, 2013
Lynda Christine Beck Farrell, 54, of Williamsburg, died peacefully Saturday, April 20, 2013 at The Gardens of Warwick Forest in Newport News. Born at Langley Air Force Base on April 7, 1959, Lynda was the daughter of Harley Robert Beck, Jr and the late Agnes Welter Beck.
Nothing made Lynda happier than mothering her two sons, Nolan and Logan Farrell of Gloucester, VA. They carry her compassion...
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Joseph D. Brown IV
February 8, 1959 - April 19, 2013
Major General Joseph D. Brown, IV and his wife, Sue Stanger Brown were killed on April 19, 2013, when their small airplane crashed in Williamsburg, Virginia. They are survived by their children, Daniel and Emily.
Joe was born in Charlottesville, VA on Feb 8, 1959 and grew up in Williamsburg, VA where he graduated from Walsingham Academy 1976. He was a 1980 history graduate of Virginia...
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Sue Stanger Brown
April 19, 2013
Major General Joseph D. Brown, IV and his wife, Sue Stanger Brown were killed on April 19, 2013, when their small airplane crashed in Williamsburg, Virginia. They are survived by their children, Daniel and Emily.
Joe was born in Charlottesville, VA on Feb 8, 1959 and grew up in Williamsburg, VA where he graduated from Walsingham Academy 1976. He was a 1980 history graduate of Virginia...
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Anthony L. Gibson
July 31, 1942 - April 17, 2013
Born July 31, 1942 in the Vinegar Hill section of Brooklyn, New York, Reverend Gibson grew up under the careful watch of his mother, Catherine, and older brother, Bill. He spent most of his early years playing in the neighborhood where he grew up and in the nearby Brooklyn Navy Yard. He attended Boys High School in Bedford-Stuyvesant when it was still an all boy's school. He went on to...
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Fred Buffin Calhoun, Jr.
December 19, 1930 - April 17, 2013
Fred Buffin Calhoun, 82, went to his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on April 17, 2013 after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage as a result of a fall due to Parkinson's and dementia. He was a faithful servant in many church activities and ministries throughout his life, but enjoyed singing for the glory of God the most with his beautiful tenor voice.
Fred was born in Montgomery...
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Charles Drury Rynex
September 11, 1927 - April 16, 2013
Charles Drury Rynex, 85, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 16, 2013. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Pattie Mae Cruise; his second wife, Helen May Hawkins; and his son, Paul H. Rynex.
A lifelong Hokie fan, Charles graduated from Virginia Tech in 1951. Following graduation, he surveyed and helped in the building of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, a project of which he was...
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Jerry Lucian Dawson
November 24, 1937 - April 15, 2013
Dr. Jerry Lucian Dawson, 75, died on Monday, April 15, 2013 at his home in Williamsburg.
He was born in Newport News and attended Hilton Elementary School. Jerry graduated from Warwick High School and earned his undergraduate degree from Randolph Macon College. After earning a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia, he served in the U.S. Veterinary Corps for two years.
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Shirley T. Alexander
October 17, 1924 - April 15, 2013
Shirley T. Alexander, of Williamsburg, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2013 at the age of 88. Shirley was born on October 17, 1924 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was preceded in death by her mother, Addie Copeland Thompson, her father, George W. Thompson, Sr. and her brother, George W. Thompson, Jr.
Shirley graduated from Churchland High...
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Claudia Murphy Ely
September 29, 1921 - April 12, 2013
Claudia Murphy Ely, of Williamsburg, peacefully passed away on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the age of 91.
Claudia was a native of Richmond and a resident of Williamsburg since 1977. She enjoyed playing golf, watching sports, and being surrounded by her family.
Claudia was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, C.M. "Jimmie" Ely. She is survived by her four daughters, Lynne Eismann ...
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Albert Walter Schumann
August 11, 1933 - April 12, 2013
Colonel Albert Schumann, USAF (Ret.) died on Friday, April 12, 2013 following a lengthy bout with viral meningitis. He was 79.
Al was born in New Jersey on August 11, 1933 to Walter and Isabella (Ludlow) Schumann, who preceded him in death, as did his only sibling, Robert Arthur Schumann.
He graduated from Rutgers University in 1955 and entered Air Force pilot training, graduating in 1957....
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Andrew John Joseph Dippre
October 12, 1927 - April 11, 2013
Andrew John Joseph Dippre, 85, of Williamsburg, died on April 11, 2013.
Andrew proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean conflict. He was then employed as the Director of Outdoor Recreation at Ft. Eustis retiring after many years of service. He was a longtime member of Williamsburg Lions Club, and loved gardening and cooking. He was a loving husband and father, and...
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Arthur Nelson Bittner
July 2, 1979 - April 11, 2013
Arthur Nelson Bittner, 33, of Newport News, passed away on April 11, 2013. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Arthur began Apprentice School as an electrical engineer at Newport News Shipbuilding in 1999, graduating in 2002, and continuing his employment there. He was currently enrolled at Old Dominion University working on his master's degree in electrical...
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Richard Joseph Falke
October 18, 1941 - April 10, 2013
Richard Joseph Falke passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 10, 2013; from complications arising from cancer.
Richard is survived by his wife, of 38 years, Hanh; and his sons, Peter and Jack; as well as Peter's wife, Courtney with grandson, Tyce; his sister, Diane and her two sons, John and Bobby; his brother, Robert and wife, Donna and their daughter, Cindy and her husband, Paul; plus...
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Ella Katherine "Kathy" Browning
December 19, 1941 - April 9, 2013
Ella K. "Kathy" Browning, 71, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 9, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rilla and Arthur Cotton, as well as her brothers-in-law, Jim and Bob.
Kathy was a member of Smith Memorial Baptist Church in Williamsburg. Her favorite pasttimes were crafting, gardening, and watching hockey. Above all, she treasured time spent with her grandchildren.
She...
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Ruth Sommer Hughes
October 9, 1924 - April 9, 2013
Ruth Sommer Hughes, 88, of Williamsburg, VA passed away April 9, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Hughes. Ruth and Tom were married 61 years at his death.
She is survived by their three children, Thomas Hughes and his wife, Frances "Dee"; Maryann Cox and her husband, Daniel; Kathleen Hughes and her husband, Armand Beaudoin; three grandchildren, Caitlin and Daniel Beaudoin...
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Ernest Patrick Hebert
July 4, 1924 - April 5, 2013
Ernest Patrick Hebert passed away peacefully on April 5, 2013 at Sentara Hospital in Williamsburg, VA. Ernie was born in Fall River, Massachusetts on the fourth of July in 1924 and was raised in New York City. During World War II he joined the United States Navy and eventually became a naval aviator. During his Navy career he was a flight instructor and flew a diverse number of aircraft...
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Elmer Donald 'Donnie' Trotter
September 23, 1928 - April 5, 2013
Elmer Donald "Donnie" Trotter passed away on April 5, 2013 at the Williamsburg Hospice House with his daughter Donna by his side, at the age of 84. He is preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie M. Trotter; parents, Peter D. and Grace Messick Trotter; and brother-in-law, Kenneth Harlan.
Donnie graduated from Virginia Tech from the school of engineering and was a big fan of Hokie football and...
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Mary Eugenia "Jean" Cheeks
December 20, 1922 - April 5, 2013
Wife, Mom, Grammy, Great Grammy – those were her favorite roles in life.
Jean was born December 20, 1922 in Rockville, MD to Lawrence and Adelaide Beane, and shared her home with brothers, Lawrence and William, and sister, Louella, all of whom predeceased her.
She met the love of her life, Worley Cheeks, in school, and told everyone she met throughout her life what a "hunk" her Worley was...
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Marjorie Hobbs Walsh
March 27, 1934 - April 5, 2013
Marjorie Hobbs Walsh, 79, of Williamsburg, passed away on April 5, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mack and Mary Hobbs. She was the beloved wife of Leo Walsh for 56 years, sister of Pat Morton, and a loving mother to her children, Timothy Walsh (Joan), David Walsh (Tracy), and Kathie McDermott. She will also be missed by her grandchildren, Bobby, Brian, David Jr., Mackenzie,...
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Dorothy "Dot" Madsen Marston
February 3, 1923 - April 2, 2013
Dorothy "Dot" Madsen Marston died on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Born February 3, 1923, and a graduate of Toano High School, Dot attended Mary Washington College. In 1944, she married George Archer Marston, Jr. and they had four children.
She was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, where she served on the church council and taught Sunday School for 25 years. She was a volunteer and served...
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Johnnie Frank "John" Samuel
October 21, 1934 - March 30, 2013
After a long courageous battle with Parkinson's disease and dementia, Johnnie Frank (John) Samuel went to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, March 30 at home with his wife and children by his side.
He was born October 21, 1934 in Deepstep, GA, later moving to Macon, GA where he met and married his sweetheart, Martha. There they raised four children and were active members in their church....
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Frances Post Eide
May 19, 1931 - March 29, 2013
Frances Post Eide, 81, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013, seven years to the day after her beloved husband, Donald Eide had died. Her family had planned to gather for Easter and birthday celebrations that weekend and now mourn her passing. Frances, called "Frankie" to her friends, was born on May 19, 1931 in Altus, Arkansas, the youngest child in a family with three brothers. Her brother,...
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Carol Lee Wilson
January 1, 1940 - March 28, 2013
Carol Lee (Campbell) Wilson, 73, of Gloucester (formerly Williamsburg) went to be with Jesus and reunited with her loving husband on March 28, 2013. She is predeceased by her husband, Ralph of 57 ½ years who passed away September 3, 2012. She leaves behind four loving children, Ralph Wilson, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Martha; Diane Wilson; Katherine Wilson Williams; Donald Wilson and daughter-in...
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Charles Michael Hudson
March 31, 1935 - March 27, 2013
Charles Michael Hudson, 77, passed away on March 27, 2013. He was born in Washington, D.C. to the late Charles Edward and Catherine Celeste Morrison Hudson.
Mike received his B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech in 1958. He went on to obtain a Masters in Engineering Mechanics (VT-'65) and a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering (NCSU-'72). He was employed by NASA for 39 years, taught...
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Marjorie Hamilton "Mardie" Gorham
November 25, 1929 - March 27, 2013
Marjorie Hamilton "Mardie" Gorham, 83, of Williamsburg, Virginia passed away March 27, 2013 at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg. She was born November 25, 1929 in Montclair, NJ to the late Raymond and Mildred Hamilton. Mardie was a graduate of Montclair High School and Colby Sawyer College in New London, NH. Her professional career included working for Gulf Oil Company...
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Clarence John Wild
January 30, 1927 - March 25, 2013
Dr. Clarence John Wild passed away at home on March 25, 2013. He was born in Rochester, NY on January 30, 1927. He graduated from the Aquinas Institute of Rochester, St. Bonaventure University, and the dental school of the University of Buffalo. After his residency at Metropolitan Hospital in New York City, he resided in Newport News for 25 years where he established an oral surgery practice...
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Larry G. Allamong
February 27, 1951 - March 24, 2013
Larry G. Allamong, 62, of Williamsburg, died on March 24, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert B. Allamong, Sr. and Diana Fox Allamong.
A graduate of Shikellamy High School, Sunbury, PA and Penn State College of Technology, Williamsport, PA, Larry worked for many years in the shipbuilding industry as a Senior HVAC Designer. He was most recently employed by Bruce S. Rosenblatt ...
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Margaret Elizabeth Fisher
August 21, 1927 - March 22, 2013
Margaret E. Fisher, 85, died peacefully after a brief illness on Friday, March 22, 2013. She was born in Middletown, NY to the late Joseph F. and Marion C. Coughlin, and grew up in Nyack, NY. She married Robert J. Fisher in 1949 and during his long career with Texaco, Inc., raised three children and lived in several states. They retired together to Williamsburg in 1986, where they were active in...
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Raymond C. Basley
June 8, 1934 - March 22, 2013
Raymond Charles Basley, CDR, USN, SC (Ret.) passed away on March 22, 2013, at the age of 78. Ray was born in Paterson, NJ, on June 8, 1934. He spent his early years in Franklin Lakes, NJ. When he was 13, he moved with his family to Pompton Plains, NJ, where he attended Pompton Plains Grammar School, where he met his future wife, Shirley, and also Butler High School. After he graduated from Butler...
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Gary Lee Brumfield
August 7, 1946 - March 20, 2013
Gary Lee Brumfield, 66, of Williamsburg, passed away on March 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Anderson and Georgia Conner Brumfield of Salem, VA.
A graduate of Virginia Tech in Forestry, Gary followed a passion for gunsmithing and came to Colonial Williamsburg to become a Master Gunsmith, running the Gunsmith's Shop for eighteen years. He furthered the research about...
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Gene B. Hansley
November 11, 1935 - March 20, 2013
Gene B. Hansley , 77, of Williamsburg, passed away on March 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Charlotte Hansley.
His family remembers him as a person who was grateful to be living in Williamsburg, where he could continue his constant interest in learning, particularly through the Christopher Wren Association of William and Mary and the wonderful public libraries.
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Denise Ann Gerard
October 20, 1964 - March 19, 2013
Denise Ann Gerard, 48, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on March 19, 2013.
She was a Program Director for the Boys and Girls Club. Denise was also an IFBB professional bodybuilder, NPC official, and dedicated childcare provider.
Denise is survived by her loving husband Henry Gerard.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.nelsencares.com.
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Patricia "Pat" Richardson
April 12, 1945 - March 19, 2013
Pat Richardson, 67, died peacefully at her Williamsburg home on March 19, 2013. Pat was born on April 12, 1945 in Norge, Virginia where she was raised in a loving family with her five brothers and sisters.
Pat had a stellar work ethic. Starting at a young age, she rode the bus after school to and from work at Schmidt's Florist on Williamsburg's Duke of Gloucester Street. After graduating...
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Edward Charles Fritsch, Jr.
November 30, 1925 - March 18, 2013
Edward C. Fritsch, Jr., 87, of Williamsburg, passed away on March 18, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward C. Fritsch, Sr. and Elizabeth Fritsch; his brother, Thomas Joseph Fritsch; his sister, Janet Fryer; and his son-in-law, Andrew Noble.
Ed proudly served as a carrier aviator in the U.S. Navy for twenty-seven years, retiring in 1969 as a Captain. Captain Fritsch commanded...
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Rita Halterman
September 27, 1950 - March 17, 2013
Rita Lee Halterman, 62, of Hayes, VA and formerly of Richmond, passed away on March 17, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Frankie Halterman; and brothers, Douglas L. "Jake" Halterman, Scott Halterman and Joseph B. Smith.
A mother and grandmother, she enjoyed feathering her nest, gardening, biking, kayaking and all things outdoors. Thoughtful and considerate, Rita never...
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Vid Clopton
August 28, 1921 - March 16, 2013
Vid Clopton, a soldier who lived his legacy from the beaches of Omaha to Bastogne to Pointe du Hoc and many places between, died on March 16, 2013 at the age of 91.
Vid proudly served his country as an Army Ranger and earned many distinguished honors. After being honorably discharged from his service, he entered Schuman Barber College and earned a professional barber license. He moved his...
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Dorothy Louise Voss
December 13, 1927 - March 15, 2013
Dorothy (Dottie) Louise Voss, 85, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 15, 2013. Dottie was born December 13, 1927 in Virginia, and lived the majority of her life in Maryland. She has lived in Williamsburg, Va. for the past 6 years.
Dottie was pre-deceased by her husband, Arthur Howard Voss, to whom she was married for 53 years. She was a member of the Eastern Star of Williamsburg.
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George Aristotle Contos
December 6, 1921 - March 15, 2013
George Aristotle Contos, 91, of Williamsburg, passed away on March 15, 2013. He was born in Manhattan, NY on December 6, 1921. He was preceded in death by his son Andrew Contos.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Nancy C. Contos; his daughter, Dr. Melissa Clark and her husband, Dr. Ron Clark of Richmond, VA; and his grandchildren, Kristen and Brian Clark of Richmond, VA.
The family...
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Lt. Col. William K. Harmon, US Army (Ret.)
June 9, 1945 - March 14, 2013
Lt. Col. William K. Harmon, USArmy, (Ret.), 67, of Williamsburg, passed away on March 14, 2013. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Bill will be deeply missed.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on April 18, 2013 at 4:00 PM at the Fort Eustis Club, 2123 Pershing Ave., Fort Eustis, VA.
Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, 7507 Standish Place,...
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Robyn Sue Gohsman
March 27, 1964 - March 9, 2013
Robyn Sue Gohsman, age 48, went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2013. Robyn had been a resident of Williamsburg since 1997 when she, her son and husband relocated from Vassar, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert McKenzie. Robyn graduated from Mayville High School in Mayville, MI and went on to earn degrees from Delta College and Ferris State University. Robyn had been...
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Eva Mae Wonnell
February 19, 1918 - March 9, 2013
Eva Mae Wonnell, 95, of Williamsburg, passed away Saturday, March 9 at Spring Arbor of Williamsburg. Born on February 19, 1918, Eva attended Indiana Central College (now University of Indianapolis) on a scholarship and afterwards worked as a secretary. She met her future husband, Tom, in college and was married in 1941. They eventually moved to New Jersey where they lived for 43 years, prior to...
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Ethel Thomas
September 14, 1919 - March 8, 2013
Ethel Thomas, 93, of Williamsburg, passed away March 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas, her identical twin sister, Ruth Glissman, and brother, George VanWynen. She is survived by her daughter, Jeannie Juraschek (Ted), and her son, Robert Thomas (Rosann).
Ethel was a very outgoing and social person. Ethel and her husband retired to Port St. Lucie, FL, where she and...
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Kathryn Porter Harlow
December 30, 1921 - March 6, 2013
Kathryn Porter Harlow, 91, of Williamsburg, VA passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Carroll K. Harlow, Sr.; one son, Carroll K. Harlow, Jr. "Mike" of Urbanna, VA; two sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 23 in the Mausoleum...
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Barbara Ann Rodgers
April 24, 1937 - March 6, 2013
Barbara Rodgers, 75, of Williamsburg, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2013. She was born in California on April 24, 1937, to Dorothy Sylva and Walter Dupont.
She was a retired retail saleswoman and the loving and devoted wife of Steve Rodgers for 42 years. After her retirement, Barbara enjoyed doing activities such as reading, and collecting cookbooks and recipes. Barbara was also infamous for...
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Virginia Mae Womack Finlay
December 15, 1919 - March 5, 2013
Virginia Mae Womack Finlay died on March 5, 2013 in Williamsburg, Virginia. She was 93 years old. With the exception of a few months in California during World War II and the last three years in Virginia, she lived all of her life in Texas. She was born in Ballinger, Texas on December 15, 1919. Her parents were Clarence A. Womack, who worked as a county judge, rancher, schoolteacher, and...
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Mary Joan Kirchner
November 20, 1925 - March 3, 2013
Mary Joan Kirchner, a world traveler but foremost a proud Virginian, passed away March 3, 2013, at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center after a long illness.
Mary Joan is survived by Ted Kirchner, her husband of 65 years, and by seven children, their spouses and families: John, his wife Cindy and their three children, Nicholas (married to Meagan), Peter and Alex; Robert, his wife Diane...
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Martha W. Tussing
July 23, 1934 - March 2, 2013
Martha Louise Walker Tussing, 78, died peacefully on Saturday, March 2, at Sentara Hospital in Williamsburg. She had a beautiful smile and was one of the sweetest people you could ever meet.
She was born in Pilot Oak, KY on 23 July, 1934 to James B. and Pauline Cox Walker. She was raised by her Aunt Mildred and had three brothers— James Lee, Bill, and Philip. She has lived in...
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Wilbur Clifton "Skip" Hogan III
September 6, 1929 - March 2, 2013
Wilbur "Skip" Clifton Hogan III was called by the Lord on March 2, 2013. Skip, who was 83, was born on September 6, 1929, in New London, CT. He was the eldest son of the late Wilbur C. Hogan II and Leonore (Gagnon) Hogan. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Phyllis (Phid) Silva; and the mother of his children Fern I. (Copeland) Hogan.
His survivors include his brother, Arthur (Pud)...
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Leland Thomas Ferguson
March 1, 1925 - March 2, 2013
L. Thomas Ferguson, of Williamsburg, died at the age of 88 on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Born on March 1, 1925, he served in the Navy from 1942-1946, during which he served in the Philippines for three years. He began his career with North West Airlines in 1945, he later worked for Allegheny Airlines in 1955 as a regional sales manager. In 1967 he became the President of Lake Central Airlines and...
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Virginia Hawkins Sallick
July 30, 1922 - February 27, 2013
Virginia Hawkins Sallick of Williamsburg, 90, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2013 at Consulate Health Care. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael W. Sallick, her young son "Skippy," and her parents, Wallace Finley Hawkins and Hazel Bell Hawkins. She is survived by her brother, Wallace Finley Hawkins, Jr., of Norfolk. Virginia graduated from Maury High School in 1939....
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Raymond Duane Crocker
July 22, 1931 - February 25, 2013
Raymond "Ray" Duane Crocker, 81, of Williamsburg passed away on February 25, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Francis F. Crocker, his mother, Clara Smith Crocker, his son, Kyle Crocker, and his daughter, Teresa Crocker.
He was employed by Reynolds Metals as a manager for many years. He also proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Ray was avid golfer at...
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Fleming Aubrey Buck, Sr.
March 19, 1920 - February 23, 2013
Fleming Aubrey Buck, Sr., 92, passed away peacefully at his home on February 23, 2013. He had been a resident of Williamsburg for over 64 years. He was born in Richmond, VA on March 19, 1920 to Aubrey Fleming and Rosa Belle Buck.
He was a veteran of World War II and a businessman in Lee Hall where he owned and operated Fleming's Market with his wife, Viola for over 20 years. He was a long...
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Katherine Jean Thompson
November 11, 1948 - February 22, 2013
Katherine Jean Thompson, 64, of Surry, passed away on February 22, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Thompson; her son, Gerald Bettis; and her father, Gerald E. Adams.
Katherine retired from Colonial Williamsburg after 31 years of service. Most recently she worked at Chippokes Plantation State Park in Surry, VA for several years. Her interests included genealogy,...
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Catherine C Bailey
October 7, 1925 - February 20, 2013
Catherine C. Bailey, 87, of Alexandria, passed away on February 20, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Bailey, Sr., as well as two brothers and two sisters.
She is survived by her three children, Wilson Bailey, Jr.; Barry Bailey and his wife, Jean; and Bonnie Bailey; four grandchildren, Catherine, Lee, Brant, and Bryan; five great-grandchildren; and her sister, Anita...
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Barbara Drewry Grace
December 31, 1921 - February 18, 2013
Barbara Drewry Grace, native and lifetime resident of Portsmouth, died on February 18, 2013 in Williamsburg.
She was the daughter of the late Eva and John M. Drewry. She attended Longwood College and was retired from Portsmouth Public Schools in 1984, after 26 years. She was a lifelong member of Monumental United Methodist Church, a member of the Students' Club, the Wednesday Study Club, a...
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Amelia Betty Hampton Berenson
December 28, 1926 - February 17, 2013
Amelia Betty Hampton Berenson, 86, of Williamsburg died on February 17, 2013.
Born December 28, 1926, in New York, Amy was employed by Lawrence Township Public School as a school librarian. In later years, she and her husband retired to Williamsburg, VA. She was a shopper extraordinare for whom returning or exchanging purchases was equally satisfying. She loved lunch at Moon Asian Bistro and...
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Connie Angelina Boschetto
April 11, 1921 - February 16, 2013
Concetta Angelina Boschetto, 91, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away at Morningside Assisted Living on February 16, 2013. Connie was born on April 11, 1921 in Staten Island, NY where she lived and worked as a seamstress for many years. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her family, golfing, and could often be found outside...
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Bernice Magdaline Leake
February 5, 1921 - February 15, 2013
Bernice M. Leake, 92, of Williamsburg, passed away on February 15, 2013. A former resident of Port Charlotte, FL, Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond D. Leake and her grandson, Adam LaPorte.
She was a caring nurse for many years in Illinois, and later enjoyed twenty years of retirement with her husband in Florida, golfing and socializing with friends there. She was an amazing...
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William Walter Smith, USN (Ret)
February 6, 1945 - February 14, 2013
Captain William Walter Smith, USN, (Retired), passed away on February 14, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Bradleigh Smith, of Langdon, New Hampshire. Bill is survived by his wife of 35 years, Theresa Smith. He is also survived by his sons, Scott Smith and his daughter-in-law, Cindy of Vancouver, Washington; Mark Smith and his daughter-in-law, Kerri of Yorktown,...
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James John Fisher
June 25, 1923 - February 13, 2013
James J. Fisher, 89, of Williamsburg, died on February 13, 2013. A loving father and husband, he will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him.
James proudly served in the Marines during World War II. He retired after 35 years of service as a supervisor with Gulf Oil Company. An avid skier and ski instructor, James also enjoyed golf. He was a member of St. Bede Roman Catholic...
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Ruth C. Perry
November 9, 1921 - February 13, 2013
Ruth C. Perry, 91, of Williamsburg, passed away on February 13, 2013. Born November 9, 1921, Ruth was a devoted wife and mother in White Sulphur Springs, WV. She enjoyed gardening and cooking, service to her church, and working with children as a Sunday school teacher and as a Kindergarten teacher's aide. Above all else, she was a caregiver for other members of her family and a devoted...
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Bruce Lansing Manilla
June 14, 1929 - February 13, 2013
Bruce L. Manilla, 83, of Williamsburg and formerly of Sarasota, FL, passed away on February 13, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Manilla.
An entrepreneur, Bruce was a professional artist and art show promoter. Loving nature and spending time outdoors, he was a master gardener who particularly enjoyed flowers. He was a member of Shelby Gardens in Sarasota, FL.
He is survived...
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Jean C. Keating
March 3, 1938 - February 12, 2013
Jean Clarke Keating, whose diverse life ranged from rocket science to writing about her beloved Papillon lap dogs and other animals, died at her Williamsburg home on February 12, 2013. She was 74.
Jean was born on March 3, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, home of the University of Georgia. In 1958, she graduated from the university with a degree in physics and mathematics. She was a lifelong, rabid...
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Benjamin Joseph Fleagle
April 10, 1924 - February 12, 2013
Benjamin Joseph Fleagle, 88, of Williamsburg, passed away Tuesday, February 12 at Patriots Colony Convalescent Center. The beloved husband of Muriel for 64 years, he was a retired U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sargeant, serving his country for 27 years.
A veteran of WWII and the Korean War, his missions took him all over the world as an airborne radio operator. One of his last assignments took...
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Josephine D. Austin
September 23, 1931 - February 9, 2013
Josephine D. Austin, a resident of Williamsburg, died on February 9, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, William.
Josephine taught kindergarten and first grade classes in the Virginia Beach school system. In her spare time, she enjoyed crafting and bridge. She also loved animals, and most of all, spending time with her friends and family.
She will be missed by her daughter...
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Jason David Perry
August 17, 1982 - February 6, 2013
Jason David Perry was taken to heaven on Feb. 3, 2013, to be with Jesus. He was born in Williamsburg on Aug. 17, 1982, and spent his early years in Williamsburg, attending Williamsburg Christian Academy. He moved several times with his parents and lived in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and then at age 16, he moved to London UK. Jason graduated in 2001 from the Department of Defense Dependents American...
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Anne Janet Lewis Gill
June 7, 1944 - February 6, 2013
Anne Janet Lewis Gill, of Williamsburg, VA went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2013 after a brief illness. Born June 7, 1944 in Corning, New York, Anne was predeceased by her loving husband of 35 years, Jack E. Gill; parents, Charles and Eleanor Swink Lewis; brother, Richard Lewis; sister, Beverly Bailey; brothers-in-law, Byron Eddy and Walter Little; and sister-in-law, Linda Lewis.
Anne...
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Gary D. Silvey
February 9, 1947 - February 5, 2013
Gary D. Silvey, 65, of Williamsburg, passed away on February 5, 2013. He was predeceased by his brother, Tommy, and his parents, Dannie and Theo Silvey.
A member of the Virginia Athletic Director Association, Gary was the Supervisor of Athletics and Driver Education for Newport News Schools, retiring after 38 years. During his long career, he coached wrestling, football and track.
He is...
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George Orba Bailey
January 12, 1917 - February 4, 2013
George O. Bailey, 96, of Williamsburg, passed away on February 4, 2013. He retired from Colonial Williamsburg after 28 years of service as a maintenance engineer. An avid Atlanta Braves fan, George also enjoyed fishing and gardening. He also had love and compassion for all kinds of animals. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, George cherished time spent with family. He was a member of...
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Ora Payne Rossman
November 24, 1918 - February 4, 2013
Ora Payne Rossman, 94, of Williamsburg, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 4, 2013. She was born November 24, 1918 in Huddleston, Virginia, a daughter of the late Johnnie Ward Payne and Mary Mitchell Payne. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul L. Rossman; four brothers, George, Osby, Hoyt, and Kermit; as well as two sisters, Cammie Akers and Hessie P....
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Ruth Ann Bovis
June 29, 1928 - February 2, 2013
Ruth Bovis, 84, of Williamsburg, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2013. She is survived by Bill, her husband and best friend of 63 years; her daughter, Leanne, and son-in-law, Charlie; her beloved sister, Norma Salch, and brother-in-law, Calton Salch; a devoted granddaughter, Alexis; her nieces, Karin Salch and Sande Bovis; and her nephew, Claude Salch.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be...
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Cathy E. Dunn
January 9, 1948 - February 2, 2013
Cathy E. Dunn, 65, of Williamsburg, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Dunn.
She is survived by her mother, Raydene Dunn; sister, Corrie Shaner and her husband, Thomas; niece, Tracey Hunt and her husband, Steven; two great-nieces, Shelby and Jordan; and two great-nephews, Steven and Tyler.
Funeral services will be private. Memorial...
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Ann Elizabeth Iles Sweeney
July 12, 1928 - February 2, 2013
Ann Elizabeth Iles Sweeney, affectionately known as "Gigi-Ann", died on Saturday, Feb. 2 following a brief illness. She was born in New York, New York on July 12, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert William Iles, Sr.; her sister, Emma Klypka; and her parents, Johanna and George Schrammel. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Robert William Iles, Jr. and wife,...
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