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Wayne Rhodes

February 4, 2012

Wayne "Buddy" Rhodes, entered into eternal peace Feb. 4, 2012, at the age of 69. Wayne served four years in the Army and fifty years as an ironworker. His love for baseball reared him twenty-one years as a coach for the South Norfolk and Greenbrier Association. He is survived by his wife of 21 ½ years, Anita Lynn Rhodes; one daughter, Sherrie Wilson and husband Donovan of Chesapeake, VA...
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George Leroy Sykes

February 1, 2012

George Leroy Sykes, 79, of the 5900 block of Blackpoole Ln., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Feb. 1, 2012. He was born in South Norfolk to the late John Sykes and Georgia Ingram. He was the widow of Marian Sykes and Christine Sykes. He was a member of the Atlantic Baptist Church in Atlantic, VA. Left to cherish his memory are his sons, G. Timothy Sykes and wife Jennifer, and Mark S. Sykes;...
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Stuart Ryland Park

January 25, 2012

Stuart Ryland Park, 87, died at his residence January 25, 2012, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his parents, A. Griffin and Carrie Park; and a brother, A. Griffin Park, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Alverna (Verna); a nephew, A. Griffin Park III and wife Carolyn of Chesapeake, VA; a niece, Melody Somers of St. Mary's, GA. Also his loving...
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Jacqueline Marcia Gesslein

January 23, 2012

Jacqueline Marcia Gesslein, 88, of Windsor, VA, passed away January 23, 2012, in Lake Prince Woods, Suffolk, VA. A native of Kansas City, MO, she was the daughter of the late Conrad and Irma Bodden and the widow of John P. Gesslein. She was a retired Ward Clerk for North Shore Hospital on Long Island, NY. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. She is survived by her two...
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SgtMaj Charles T. Foreman USMC

January 21, 2012

Sgt. Major Charles T. Foreman, USMC (Ret.), 83, of the 400 block of Lake Crest Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 21, 2012, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of New York City, he was the son of the late Eugene and Dorothy Foreman. He retired from the United States Marine Corps in 1974 as a Sgt. Major after 30 years of service. He also taught for 18 years at the Albany Academy for Boys where he...
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Freda Mae Farley

January 10, 2012

Freda Mae Farley, 74, of the 1200 block of Club Point Rd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 10, 2012, in her home. A native of Ronda, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Glen and Ethel Herron. She was an active member of Messiah United Methodist Church, belonged to the Methodist Women for many years and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She lived for her...
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Lisa Nicole Allen

December 28, 2011

Lisa Nicole Allen, 22, of the 2200 block of Churchill Dr., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on December 28, 2011. Born in Gaithersburg, MD, Lisa worked for Chili's Restaurant and attended Sonlight Church of Chesapeake. She is survived by her parents, Calvin and Kathleen Allen of Chesapeake, VA; maternal grandmother, Mary Ann Barton of Myrtle Beach, SC; paternal grandparents, Willie and Annie Allen...
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Gilmer H. Allen

December 26, 2011

Gilmer H. "Buddy" Allen, 77, of the 4300 block of Fontana Ave., Chesapeake, VA, passed away December 26, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was the son of the late Raleigh and Mabel Allen. He was a retired Marine Electrician. He was predeceased by his wife, Wilma Elaine Allen. He is survived by his two sons, Jerry H. Allen and wife Brenda and Kenneth Lee Allen, both of...
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Leyvonne Alston Smith

December 24, 2011

Leyvonne Alston Smith, 60, of the 3200 block of Eight State Way, Chesapeake, VA, passed away December 24, 2011, in her home. A native of Charleston, SC, she was a 1st grade teacher at Brighton Elementary School in Portsmouth, VA. She is survived by her beloved husband of 37 years, Robert E. Smith; two daughters, Robin K. Smith of Chesapeake, VA and Adrienne Bracy and husband Sean of Norfolk,...
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Joseph D. Holland

December 13, 2011

Joseph D. Holland, 74, of the 1200 block of Grenadier, Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011, after a long illness. A native of Richmond, VA, he was born to the late William and Zuleime Robertson Holland. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and business owner for thirty years, operating Joseph D.Holland Truck and Equipment Repair and JDH Trucking. Joseph is survived by his wife,...
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Shirley Yvonne nee Meade Rineer

December 11, 2011

Shirley Yvonne nee Meade Rineer, age 65, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away at home with her husband by her side on Sunday, December 11, 2011. Shirley is survived by her husband of 33 years, Doug Rineer; and sister, Marsha (Danny) Kelley. She had a great love of gospel music and was a former member of The Chapel Keys Gospel Singing Group for many years. Shirley was a very strong Christian. Funeral...
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Gordon Marsh Payne, Jr.

December 7, 2011

Gordon Marsh Payne, Jr., 64, of the 700 block of Whisper Walk, Chesapeake, VA, passed away December 7, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Scranton, PA, he was the son of the late Jeanette and Gordon M. Payne, Sr. He retired from Volvo Rents as a Salesman. He was an Army veteran of Vietnam and Cambodia. He is survived by his daughter, Whitney J. Payne of Chesapeake, VA; and a brother, Jerry M...
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Linwood C. Berry

July 5, 1945 - November 27, 2011

Linwood C. Berry, born Jul. 5, 1945, passed away Nov. 27, 2011. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Dec. 3rd from 5-7 PM at Q-Masters Billiards, Princess Anne Rd., Va. Beach. Food will be provided.
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Paul Webster Young, Jr.

November 13, 2011

Paul Webster Young, Jr., 55, of the 100 block of Hall Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away November 13, 2011, in his home. A native of Charleston, WV, he was the son of the late Peggy L. and Paul W. Young, Sr. He was formerly employed with Schwerman Trucking Company as a driver. He was a member of Great Bridge United Methodist Church. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Anita Marie...
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David Houston Pettit

November 8, 2011

David Houston Pettit, 80, of the 300 block of Woodbridge Dr., Chesapeake, VA, passed away November 8, 2011, in his home. A native of Mt. Sidney, VA, he retired from the National Guard after 30 years and as a Field Representative for Grumman Aerospace after 20 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Ann Pettit; his...
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Richard Stanley Button, Sr.

November 7, 2011

Richard Stanley "Dick" Button, Sr., 81, of the 100 block of Cedar Rd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on November 7, 2011. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 13 years, Julia Eaves Button of Chesapeake, VA; daughters, Susan Bowen and husband Thomas, Gayle Wilson and husband Jerry, Claire Yandle and husband James, all of Virginia Beach, VA, Cassandra Hampton and husband Scott of...
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Kenneth Mitchell Callihan

October 31, 2011

Kenneth Mitchell Callihan, 79, of the 1300 block of Elbow Rd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2011. Kenneth was a retired machinist from Berkley Machine Works and Foundry. He is survived by his wife, Rose Marie Callihan of Chesapeake, VA; sister, Lucile Spicer of Chesapeake, VA; several nieces and nephews; and his caregivers, James, Sandra and Andrew Lescallette and Celeste...
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Laura C. Mayo

October 27, 2011

Laura C. "Kitty" Mayo, 95, longtime resident of Norfolk, VA, passed away October 27, 2011. Laura was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Mayo, of 56 years; parents, Warren and Nancy Ross; sisters, Edith Lewark, Bessie Sterling, and Juanita Porter; and brother, Warren Ross, Jr. Children left to cherish her memory are son, T. Ross Mayo and wife, Peggy; daughter, Peggy McLaughlin and husband Ted...
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John L. Wyszatycki

October 26, 2011

John L. Wyszatycki, 45, of the 1200 block of Alamoot Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away October 25, 2011, in Chesapeake Regional Hospital. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was an Electrical Supervisor with SPSA. He was a wonderful father, husband and son, was loved and cherished by family and friends and will be greatly missed. He was a sincere and compassionate man who handled his struggles with...
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Willie Vee Nash

October 22, 2011

Willie Vee Nash, 82, entered her eternal home on October 22, 2011. She was born in Copiah County, MS and was the widow of John W. Nash, Jr. She was a member of Azalea Garden Church of God where she sang in the choir for many years and was also active in the Bible Study Group at Shorewood Cove Senior Apartments. She is survived by her children, Charles Richard Parsons, Donald Ray Parsons,...
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Roger Paul Bedard

August 18, 1918 - September 30, 2011

Roger Paul Bedard, 93, of the 900 block of Captains Ct., Chesapeake, VA, died September 30, 2011. He was born in Nashua, NH, and was the son of the late Rudolph and Yvonne Bedard. Roger was a retired glazier and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a lifetime member of Boston Local #1044 and DAV Chapter #26, Chesapeake, VA. Roger is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Elizabeth...
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Mallory G. Clark

September 23, 1931 - September 26, 2011

Mallory G. "Jay" Clark, 80, of the 2600 block of Eastwood Ave., Chesapeake, VA, passed away September 26, 2011, in Suffolk, VA. A native of Colerain, NC, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Martha Lassiter, and the widow of Horace S. Clark. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church. She is survived by her two sons, Michael G. Clark and wife Tina of Suffolk, VA and Stanley N. Clark...
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Gladys L. Pecsek

February 4, 1926 - September 23, 2011

Gladys L. Pecsek, 85, of Knotts Island, NC, passed away on September 23, 2011. Gladys was born on February 4, 1926 to Burlie W. and Sallie C. Lowry. She was the widow of George Pecsek. Gladys is survived by her sons, George L. Pecsek and his wife Gloria of Perry Hall, MD and William L. Pecsek and his wife Signe of Chesapeake, VA. Also surviving her are four grandchildren, Eric Pecsek, Jason...
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Shirley Ann Moore Marlowe

October 31, 1928 - September 22, 2011

Shirley Ann Moore Marlowe, of Chesapeake, VA, 82, died September 22, 2011. She was born October 31, 1928 in Scotland Neck, NC to the late Andrew Paul Moore Sr. and Ora Webb Flowers. She was long-time member of Centerville Baptist Church. She was predeceased by two sisters, Pauline Parker and Virginia Hughes; and three brothers, A.P. Moore, Jr., Marvin "Bud" Moore, and Robert Moore. She is...
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Almae Cahoon Brickhouse

April 15, 1922 - September 14, 2011

Almae Cahoon Brickhouse, 89, of the 3100 block of Cedarville Rd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away September 14, 2011, in her home with her children by her side. A native of Norfolk County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Grover W. and Josephine S. Cahoon, and the widow of Albert L. Brickhouse. She is survived by her four children, Joyce Dilday of Portsmouth, VA, Dallas Brickhouse and wife...
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Ruth E. Castellow

June 21, 1931 - August 23, 2011

Ruth E. Castellow, 80, of the 200 block of Woodbridge Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away August 23, 2011, in her home. A native of Norfolk County, VA, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary Curles, and the widow of Robert "Cecil" Castellow. She retired from Roses Department Store in Great Bridge as Operations Manager. She was a member of Heritage Community Church of Chesapeake. She...
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Samuael R. Hines

August 11, 2011

Samuael R. Hines, age 4, of Greystone Lane, Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011, in his home. Born in Ethiopia, he is survived by his parents, Robert and Jennifer Hines, brother, Daniel Hines, sister, Madelyn Hines, all of Chesapeake, VA; maternal grandparents, Dr. Jeffrey and Diane Kreutzberg of Moyock, NC; paternal grandparents, Dr. Darrell and Yvonne Hines of Redmond, WA;...
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Iva M. Blackburn

February 13, 1938 - August 1, 2011

Iva M. Blackburn, 73, of the 100 block of Blue Heron Cove, Moyock, NC, passed away August 1, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Bristol, RI, she was the daughter of the late Sarah and Alvin Edler, Sr., and the widow of William Blackburn. She retired as a Clerk with the City of Chesapeake Commissioner of the Revenue Office. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. She is survived...
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Kristin Sue Mahan

August 1, 2011

Kristin Sue Mahan, 23, of the 7600 block of Newport Ave., Norfolk, VA, passed away on Monday, August 01, 2011. A native of Norfolk, VA, Kristin was a nursing student at the Medical Careers Institute and a U. S. Army veteran of Enduring Freedom in Iraq where she served with the Military Police. She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Kathryn and William Shipp of Chesapeake, VA; father and...
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Grace Evengeline Thompson

July 29, 2011

Grace Evengeline Thompson, on Friday July 29, 2011, at age 87, has slipped on her golden slippers and is dancing all over God's Heaven. Grace, a native of Illinois and the widow of Julian Clark (Tommy) Thompson, loved to sing praises to the Lord and was an active member of Trinity Christian Fellowship. She was a retired cafeteria worker at Great Bridge High School and Currituck County High...
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Hazel Mae Brandon

May 24, 1926 - July 26, 2011

Hazel Mae Brandon, 85, of the 200 block of Hickory Road East, Chesapeake, VA, passed away July 26, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Amherst County, VA, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Mattie C. Massie, and was predeceased by her sister, Betty Lou Massie. She is survived by her sister, Mildred M. Enga of Chesapeake, VA. The family would like to give a special thanks to her...
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Sarah E. Floyd

October 17, 1923 - July 17, 2011

Sarah E. Floyd, 87, of Chesapeake, VA, died July 17, 2011, in a Chesapeake Nursing Center. All services will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel is in charge of services.
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George Ortiz

November 18, 1918 - July 4, 2011

George Ortiz, 92, of the 4200 block of Sunny Fields Rd., Portsmouth, VA, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2011. Born in Puerto Rico, George was a lithographer. He is survived by his wife, Monserrate; daughters, Carol Ortiz and Esther Dodge husband Mark; sons, Luis Rodriguez and wife Monin and Jorge Ortiz and wife Sheryl; sisters, Tonia Ramos and Alicia Morales; nine grandchildren; thirteen great...
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Leon Thomas Pratt, Sr.

March 6, 1936 - June 30, 2011

Leon Thomas Pratt, Sr., 75, of the 700 block of Ridge Circle, Chesapeake, VA, passed away June 30, 2011, in Chesapeake Regional Hospital. A native of Terrell County, NC, he was the son of the late Collins and Mary Pratt. He retired from Teamsters Local #822 as a Truck Driver. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Margaret A. Pratt; a daughter, Lisa A. Lawrence and husband Michael of...
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Betty L. Glasgow

July 11, 1933 - June 28, 2011

Betty L. Glasgow, 77, of the 2500 block of Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2011. Betty was the widow of Luther B. Glasgow, and is survived by three daughters, Nora Cross and husband David, Ruth Reusing and husband Barry, Dixie Kasmark and husband John; grandchildren, Craig and Brent Reusing, Amy Sklar, Steven, Matthew and Kevin Perry; five great grandchildren;...
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George Pecsek

December 7, 1921 - June 24, 2011

George Pecsek, 89, passed away June 24, 2011, at his residence in Gibbs Woods, NC. George was born on December 7, 1921 in Hewitt, WV to the late Frank and Theresa Pecsek. George served his country in the Army during World War II and had retired from Ford Motor Corporation after over thirty years of employment. He is survived by his wife, Gladys L. Pecsek; sons, George L. Pecsek and wife Gloria...
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Yvonne Dale Nelson

September 8, 1948 - June 22, 2011

Yvonne Dale Nelson, 62, of the 1500 block of Hazel Ave., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Born in Norfolk, VA to the late Viola and Sanford Williams, Yvonne was a member of the Ephesus Church of God. She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Roger Nelson; two daughters, Sherry Baker and husband Joseph and Angela Rigdon and husband Tony; five grandchildren, Angel...
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Mildred S. Suggs

June 21, 2011

Mildred S. Suggs, 95, of the 200 block of Taxus Street, Chesapeake, VA, passed away peacefully June 21, 2011, in her home. A native of Beaufort, NC, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Lilly Mae Ambrose Sparrow, and the widow of Leon L. Suggs. She was a homemaker and mother. She was a member of Fairview Church of Christ. Mrs. Suggs is survived by her four daughters, Loula M. Brown,...
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Robert Castellow, Sr.

March 17, 1930 - June 16, 2011

Robert "Cecil" Castellow, Sr., 81, of the 200 block of Woodbridge Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away June 16, 2011, in a local hospital. A native of Norfolk County, VA, he was the son of the late Romie and Susie Castellow. He was the retired Owner and Operator of C&R Hauling. He was a member of Heritage Community Church. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Ruth E. Castellow, two...
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Clara Ward Evans Moore Pierce

June 15, 2011

Clara Ward Evans Moore Pierce, age 83, a longtime resident of Chesapeake, VA, passed away in her home on June 15, 2011. Mrs. Pierce was a member of Great Bridge Baptist Church where she was actively involved with her Sunday School and in the Senior Ministries. She worked for Stanley Home Products and retired from the Customer Service Division of the Chesapeake Public Utilities. Mrs. Pierce was...
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Anna Harrington Phibbs

April 9, 1916 - June 14, 2011

Anna Harrington Phibbs, 95, passed away on June 14, 2011. Services will be held Saturday at 12 Noon at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home in Galax, VA. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel handled local arrangements.
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Ralph Lee Linton, Sr.

April 12, 1942 - June 13, 2011

Ralph Lee Linton, Sr., 69, of the 4000 block of 4th Street, Chesapeake, VA, passed away June 13, 2011, in his home. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was the son of the late Harry H. and Lillie S. Linton. He retired from Metro Machine Corporation. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Dorothy J. Linton; his daughter, Brenda L. Hanbury and husband Arlin, and son, Ralph L. Linton, Jr. and...
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William Harris Hamric Sr.,

May 31, 2011

William Harris Hamric, Sr., 60, was granted his angel wings on May 31, 2011. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that lives he touched in his memorable life. He is preceded in death by his parents, James Raymond Sr. and Evelyn Marie Peterson; and two brothers, David Lee Hall and James Raymond Hamric Jr. He is survived by his brother, Joseph Gary (Babe) Hamric Sr.; two...
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Herman Hurst

September 16, 1921 - May 20, 2011

Herman Hurst, 89, passed away peacefully on 20 May, 2011, due to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease. He was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on September 16, 1921, the son of Luther and Bessie (Phillips) Hurst. He was a proud member of the United States Marine Corp, serving as a Corporal in the Third Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Regiment, 1st Marine Division during World War II. He...
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Carrie Staylor Miranda

September 3, 1976 - May 18, 2011

Carrie Staylor Miranda, 34, passed away unexpectedly May 18, 2011, in her home in Virginia Beach, VA. She was born September 3, 1976 in Norfolk, VA. She was a bookkeeper and student at the Edgar Cayce Foundation. She is survived by her mother, J.J. Lewis of Virginia Beach, VA; her father, Jack Staylor and his wife Julie of Chesapeake, VA; maternal grandparents, Kay and Stephen Hartnett, Sr. of...
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Lillian Elks Harrell

August 6, 1921 - May 9, 2011

Lillian Elks Harrell, 89, of the 1500 block of Campostella Rd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away May 9, 2011, in a local hospital. A native of Grimesland, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late William and Mattie Elks. She was a member and Past Matron of Berkley Chapter #52, Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra S. Mann and husband Pastor Chuck Mann; her son,...
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Deborah Judd Kinney

May 4, 2011

Deborah Judd Kinney, 60, of E. Ocean View Ave., Norfolk, VA, passed away May 4, 2011, in DePaul Hospital. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late Cora and Charles E. Judd, Sr. She was a homemaker and formerly worked at Hoffheimer's Shoes. She is survived by her daughter, Stacy S. Ferrell and husband Steve of Rustburg, VA; her son, Timothy J. Adams of Lynchburg, VA; two...
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Murrell Whitehurst Grimsley

March 12, 1928 - May 1, 2011

Murrell Whitehurst Grimsley, 83, of the 400 block of Fall Ridge Lane, Chesapeake, VA, passed away May 1, 2011, in Norfolk, VA. She was the widow of Roy G. Grimsley. Mrs. Grimsley is survived by her two daughters, Dana E. Cassidy of Norfolk, VA and Rebecca K. Halstead and her husband Lawson of Chesapeake, VA; her son, Thomas P. Grimsley and his wife Virginia Voltz of Virginia Beach, VA; four...
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Evelyn G. Ferrill

October 22, 1918 - April 26, 2011

Evelyn G. Ferrill, 92, of the 800 block of Hidden Harbor Ct., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on April 26, 2011. Evelyn, beloved mother, was a member of the Eastern Star and Daughters of the Nile. She is survived by a daughter, Janet Swann and husband Bill of Chesapeake, VA; granddaughter, Rebekah Swann of Orlando, FL; and several distant cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and...
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Mary Barbara G. Whitehurst

September 8, 1920 - April 25, 2011

Mary Barbara G. Whitehurst, 90, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away April 25, 2011, in Chesapeake General Hospital. A native of Gary, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late William and Anna Gleichmann, and the widow of Stanley E. Whitehurst. She retired from the Virginia State Board of Medicine as a Secretary. She was a member of Deep Creek Baptist Church and its Joyful Sound Choir. She had been a...
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Katherine Louise Heins

March 9, 1943 - April 25, 2011

Katherine Louise Heins, 68, passed away April 25, 2011, in Norfolk, Virginia. She was born in Aberdeen, MD, March 09, 1943. A retired Civil Servant, Katherine was working in the College of Business and Public Administration at Old Dominion University. She is survived by her son, Bernard Ciamarichello and wife Robin of Jacksonville, FL; and Katherine's daughter, Lisa Gay Heins of Chesapeake, VA;...
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Cristina Nicole Abbate

January 27, 1984 - April 24, 2011

Cristina Nicole Abbate, 27, passed away April 24, 2011. A native of Bogota, Columbia, Cristina was born January 27, 1984, to John Manning and Linda Bond Manning, who survive. She leaves behind to cherish her memory three children, Kai Abbate, Careva and Kaleb Wessman, all of Suffolk, VA; one brother, Kevin Manning of Virginia Beach, VA; and maternal grandmother, Gertrude Vitiello of Tennessee....
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Gloria L. Ramsey

December 31, 1927 - April 21, 2011

Gloria L. Ramsey, 83, passed away peacefully in her home on April 21, 2011. She retired from the City of Norfolk as an Eligibility Supervisor for the Department of Social Services in 1988. She enjoyed mystery novels, Crossword puzzles, and spending time with family. She is survived by her two daughters, Sallyanne Cole and husband Fred of Chesapeake, VA, and Dorothea Felder and husband Lanny...
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Christopher Alan Williams

May 16, 1987 - April 17, 2011

Christopher Alan Williams, 23, of the 500 block of Bradwell Reach, Chesapeake, VA, passed away April 17, 2011, in his home. Born May 16, 1987 in Raleigh, NC, he worked construction, loved surfing, skateboarding, motorcycles, the beach and most of all his family. He is survived by his parents, Carl and Laura Williams; his brother, Gary Williams; his special sisters, Trish and Kristy; his...
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Josephine Adams Clark

June 24, 1914 - April 9, 2011

Josephine Adams Clark, 96, formerly of Giles Drive, in Great Bridge, passed away on Saturday, Aril 9, 2011, at Allzwell Assisted Living. Josephine was the widow of W. Archie Clark and retired as an accountant from Civil Service after 20 years. She was a 20 year member and Sunday School teacher of Lafayette Presbyterian Church of Norfolk. She was a member of Chapter 1682 of N.A.R.F.E. where she...
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Michael A. Madaloni

April 18, 1943 - April 6, 2011

Michael A. Madaloni, 67, of Chesapeake, VA, died Wednesday, April 6th in a local hospital. Nick was a retired barber and US Navy Veteran. He is survived by a son, Kyle M. Madaloni of Chesapeake, VA. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel from 12 noon to 1:30 p...
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Linda A. Fitzgerald

September 24, 1943 - April 6, 2011

Linda A. Fitzgerald, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2011, in her home. She was born in Norfolk, VA to the late Frank W. and Marion R. Benton. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, David R. Fitzgerald; 3 children, Dawn F. Queen and her husband Randy, Craig Fitzgerald and his wife Kathleen and Diana F. Holton and her husband O.T.; her sister, Dana B. Dekker; and her brother, Kevin...
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Susan Marie Griffin

March 15, 1966 - April 5, 2011

Susan Marie Griffin, 45, of the 1700 block of Blue Bill Court, Chesapeake, VA, passed away April 5, 2011. Born March 15, 1966 in Portsmouth, VA, she was the daughter of the late Carl D. Griffin, Jr. and Peggy Jo Johnson Griffin. She was a baker. She is survived by her three children, Jamie L. Griffin and companion Phillip and Matthew C. Griffin of Chesapeake, VA and Jeremy R. Howard of...
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Ernest Hill Harrison

September 20, 1927 - March 31, 2011

Ernest Hill Harrison, 83, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away on March 31, 2011. He joined his wife Christine and his son James Ernest Harrison in Eternal Glory. He was born in Windsor, North Carolina and was the son of the late William Howard and Caston Elizabeth Harrison. He was a retired Sheet Metal Worker and attended Living Water Church of God in Chesapeake. Ernest is survived by his three...
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Helen June Byrd

June 16, 1929 - March 31, 2011

Helen June Byrd, 81, of the 3900 block of Spring Meadow Crescent, Chesapeake, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 31, 2011. A native of Chadburn, NC, she was the daughter of the late Dennis and Effie McCleney, and the widow of Grady S. Byrd. She was a Manager in the Pharmaceutical business. She is survived by her daughter, Helen D. Barbato, her son, James G....
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Sarah L. Roberts

August 31, 1935 - March 31, 2011

Sarah L. Roberts, 75, of the 700 block of Forest Glade Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away March 31, 2011, in Portsmouth, VA. A native of Saulsville, WV, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Sarah Holland Dixon. She was a member of Virginia Beach Free Will Baptist Church and enjoyed sewing, yard work, and caring for her beloved dog Hoku. She is survived by her husband, Jay Cee Roberts;...
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Clifton Augustus Ruffin, Sr.

February 14, 1953 - March 25, 2011

Clifton Augustus Ruffin, Sr., 58, of Stafford, VA, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2011. Clifton was a U.S. Air Force veteran and worked for the U.S. Coast Guard as an Internet Technician Analyst. He is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years, Rhonda H. Ruffin; mother, Mary Ruffin of Chesapeake, VA; four children, Nichol Burchett of Arkansas, Latrice Brown of Tennessee, Chevelle Parker of...
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Robert V. Nails, Jr.

July 31, 1953 - March 15, 2011

Robert V. Nails, Jr., 57, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away March 15, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Hartford, CT, he was employed with Richmond Cold Storage Co., Inc. as a Forklift Operator. He was a US Naval veteran of Vietnam. He is survived by his wife, Joan M. Nails; three daughters, Bobbie Lee of Chesapeake, VA, Billie Jo of Kentucky and Candice Marie of Chesapeake, VA; his mother,...
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Billie Jo Harris

March 15, 2011

Billie Jo Harris, 36, of Tulls Creek Rd., Moyock, NC, was found March 15, 2011, after a boating accident in late February. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was a longshoreman with Local 970 and attended Old Paths Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph A. Cribb. She is survived by her daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Harris; her son, Michael Allen Harris; her mother, Sharon Elizabeth...
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Antonia M. Tirado

April 6, 1922 - March 15, 2011

Antonia M. Tirado, 88, passed away March 15, 2011, in her home. She was born in Puerto Rico and the the widow of Joseph R. Tirado. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Catherine Antonaccio and husband Louis of Virginia Beach, VA; son, Joseph A. Tirado of Sausalito, CA; grandson, Joseph C. Tirado of Houston, TX; granddaughters, Diane Marie Mina and husband Michael of Novato, CA and...
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Roma Mae Wilson

February 2, 1928 - March 15, 2011

Roma Mae Wilson, 83, of the 1100 block of Chesslawn Circle, Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, in her home. Born in Norfolk, VA, Roma was the widow of Wesley F. Wilson, and is survived by a daughter, Roma M. Waterfield and husband Donald of Knotts Island, NC; a son, Toy Michael Wilson and wife Tina of Chesapeake, VA; and three grandchildren, Timothy Chance Wilson, Eric Scott...
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Helma J. Thomas

July 19, 1928 - March 7, 2011

Helma J. Thomas, 82, of the 700 block of Remington Ct., Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2011, at her home. Born in Germany, Helma was a retired supervisor for the Christopher Blind Mission. She was a member of the St. Thomas Episcopal Church and their Heart to Heart Group. She also enjoyed her German luncheon Group. She is survived by her husband of 10 years, F. David Thomas;...
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Ralph J. Stogsdill, Sr.

March 7, 2011

Ralph J. Stogsdill, Sr., 61, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2011. Born in Powhatan, Arkansas, Ralph was an U. S. Army veteran and former crane operator. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He was the son of the late Jake Stogsdill and Mary U. Stogsdill of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by two daughters, Gina Everette of Chesapeake, VA and Marilyn Newton of Norfolk, VA; three sons,...
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John Edward Speight

December 12, 1937 - March 2, 2011

John "Johnny" Edward Speight, 73, of the 4300 block of Emporia Avenue, Chesapeake, VA, passed away March 2, 2011, in his home. A native of Edenton, NC, he was the son of the late Will and Mattie Speight. He retired from Carolina Trailways as a driver. He was a member of Oaklette United Methodist Church. Johnny is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Kathryn B. Speight; two daughters, Mary...
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William James Forrell

June 20, 1932 - February 10, 2011

William James Forrell, 78, died at his residence on February 10, 2011. He was a native of Morgantown, WV, son of the late Mary and Jim Focarelli. He was predeceased by his daughter, Melissa Forrell Carrow; and his sister, Joanne. He graduated from West Virginia University where he played varsity football when WVU went to the Sugar Bowl. He retired from the United States Army with the rank of...
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Margaret Ann Pettit

August 5, 1935 - February 10, 2011

Margaret Ann Pettit, 75, of the 300 block of Woodbridge Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away February 10, 2011, in her home. She was born August 5, 1935, the daughter of the late Douglas and Bessie Wilson. She retired from Civil Service with the US Navy after 32 years as a Supervisor. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, David H. Pettit; her daughter, Tanya D. Pettit, and her son,...
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William Floyd Dalton

October 28, 1933 - February 3, 2011

William Floyd Dalton, 77, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2011. Born in Beauty, KY, he was the son of the late Frank and Nona Dalton. He was predeceased by his sisters, Ellen (Billie) Geressy, Mary Farley, Alma Dean Grissom, Betty Frost, Theresa Dalton; and brothers, Howard, Grantham, Thomas and Raymond, Albert and Francis. He was a Veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam Wars having served 20...
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Dorothy Louise Martin Coffman

June 21, 1916 - January 25, 2011

Dorothy Louise Martin Coffman passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, January 25, 2011. She was born June 21, 1916, in Thomasville, York County, PA to Joseph Martin and Elizabeth Julius Martin. She graduated from Dover High School in 1933. In 1934, she entered the School of Nursing at the York Hospital, York, PA. During World War II, she voluntarily enrolled herself in...
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Carolyn L. Greene

January 6, 1942 - January 14, 2011

Carolyn L. Greene, 69, passed away on January 14, 2011, surrounded by her family. She was an avid horse rider and competed in English riding. She was a dog trainer and founded a local kindergarten puppy training school. She was a beloved mother and wife. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Fred Greene; two daughters, Pamela Greene and fiance Darrell and...
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Gerald S. Carlson

August 6, 1933 - January 12, 2011

Gerald S. "Kit" Carlson, 77, of the 300 block of Gallenway Terrace, Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 12, 2011, in his home. A native of Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Adolph and Harriet Carlson. He retired from the United States Marine Corps, having served in Vietnam. He was a member of the DAV Chapter 20 and attended Great Bridge Church of Christ. Kit is survived by his wife,...
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Rajalakshmi Narasimhan

January 11, 2011

Rajalakshmi Narasimhan, 85, died on Tuesday, January 11, 2011, after a short illness. She was the beloved mother of five daughters, and is also survived by five sons-in-law, eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren and two brothers. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel is in charge of arrangements. For information call Dr. Soundar Rajan.
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Mary Juanita Griffith

January 11, 2011

Mary Juanita Griffith, 81, passed away January 11, 2011, in her home in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Richmond, VA, she was the daughter of the late Ruben and Mary Lee. She retired from Richmond Memorial Hospital as a Switchboard Operator. She was a member of Fairmont Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and was loved by all. She will...
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Randy Lee Watford, Sr.

October 14, 1960 - January 8, 2011

Randy Lee Watford, Sr., 50, passed away January 8, 2011, in his home. A native of Norfolk, VA, he is the son of Callie Elizabeth Watford and the late Noah Watford, Jr. He enjoyed his life work of being an auto mechanic. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Deborah Watford; three sons, William Watford, Randy Lee Watford, Jr. and John Edward Daniels III; his daughter, Maranda Watford; three...
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Queen E. Jackson-Pearson

January 7, 2011

Queen E. Jackson-Pearson, 61, of the 1900 block of Robert Hall Blvd., Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 7, 2011, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Sarah Phillips. She was a Supervisor with Naval Air Development Center (NADC). She was a member of the Chesapeake Regional Medical Center Stroke Survivor & Caregiver Group. She is survived...
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Mary Elizabeth Bunch

July 4, 1925 - December 18, 2010

Mary Elizabeth Bunch, 85, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2010, in her home surrounded by her family and beloved dog Waylon. She was born in Belvidere, NC to the late Elizabeth Ann Smith and William Askew Cartwright. She is predeceased by her husband, Garland Joseph Bunch, Sr.; and grandson, Robby Brent. Mary was a member of Belvidere-Ryland Church of Christ of Tyner,...
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Mattie Eveline Sawyer Morgan

January 27, 1922 - December 14, 2010

Mattie Eveline Sawyer "Big Mama" Morgan, 88, of the 1100 block of Inland Road, Chesapeake, VA, passed away December 14, 2010, in a local hospital. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Martha Sawyer, and the widow of Joseph M. Morgan, Sr. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service. She is survived by her three daughters, Dolores E. Dilday and her husband Daniel of...
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Dwayne Kevin Dail, Sr.

August 6, 1965 - December 8, 2010

Dwayne Kevin Dail, Sr., 45, of the 1900 block of Iris Street, Chesapeake, VA, passed away December 8, 2010, in Chesapeake, VA. He was born August 6, 1965 in Norfolk, VA. He worked as a mechanic. He is survived by his wife, Beth Dail; five children, Kevin Dail, Jr., Tessa Dail, Caila Dail, Corvette Lemons and Darrell Buckner; four grandchildren, Colin Dail, Tonio Lemons, Zay Lemons and Jay...
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Margaret J. Higgins

May 25, 1932 - November 22, 2010

Margaret J. Higgins, 78, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2010. She was born in Liberty, Indiana to the late Grace and Hubert Jones. Margaret was the retired owner of Best Appraisals of South Florida and a member of Great Bridge United Methodist Church. She was the widow of Philip F. Higgins, and is survived by a daughter, Vicki Riggan of Chesapeake, VA; a son, Terry Higgins of Atlanta, GA;...
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Beulah Benford Goin

June 16, 1926 - November 9, 2010

Beulah Benford Goin, 84, of the 100 block of McCosh Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away November 9, 2010, in her home. A native of Bedford, VA, she was the daughter of the late Ivy and Maude Shiflett, and the widow of Glenn A. Goin, Sr. She is survived by her nine daughters, Ann Grove and Mary Jones of Norfolk, VA, Debbie Anthony of Florida, Brenda Comstock of Kansas, Joyce Allison of North...
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Selma Inez Crain

November 4, 2010

Inez Crain, 89, was called home to be with the Lord Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010. She was a native of Pound, VA. She has lived in Chesapeake for 51 years. She worked for the Chesapeake Public Schools. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her son, Leonard V. Short; her parents, Andrew and Gertrude Mullins; four brothers and one sister. She is survived by three...
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John Denver Allen

May 4, 1937 - October 13, 2010

John Denver Allen, 73, of the 200 block of Bridgeview Circle, Chesapeake, VA, died October 13, 2010, at his home. Mr. Allen, a native of Chesapeake, VA, was the son of the late Raleigh R. and Mabel E. Allen. He was the loving husband of Beverly Hick Allen for 39 years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He was the co-owner of Port Allen Marine Services, Inc. He...
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Marjorie Baker Dulgher

February 21, 1917 - October 10, 2010

Marjorie Baker Dulgher, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 10, 2010, in Norfolk, VA. Marjorie was born on February 21, 1917, in Waxhaw, NC to the late Robert L. Baker and Aver C. Haywood. She grew up in the Berkley section of Norfolk and lived in the Great Bridge area for many years. Marjorie was a retired LPN who worked at VA hospitals locally and in the Chicago area before returning to...
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Golden Mackey

July 31, 1933 - October 8, 2010

Golden Mackey, 77, of the 700 block of South Lake Circle, Chesapeake, VA, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2010, in his home. Born in Currituck, NC, Mr. Mackey was a retired butcher and owner of Village Wholesale Meats. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Lena M. Mackey; a daughter, Monique Mackey Gordon of Jamaica, NY; a son, Mark L. Mackey of Jamaica, NY; two sisters, Christine...
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Anna Schmidt

December 11, 1920 - September 20, 2010

Anna Schmidt, 89, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away September 20, 2010. A native of Akron, Ohio, and longtime resident of Kill Devil Hills, NC, she was the daughter of the late John Deak and Anna Trendler Deak, and the widow of Joseph Schmidt. She is survived by her daughter, Joanne Eagen and husband Don of Chesterton, IN; two grandsons, Michael Davison of Okinawa, Japan and Jeremy Schmidt of...
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William Wesley Douglas, M.D.

February 19, 1928 - September 15, 2010

William Wesley Douglas, M.D., 82, of the 600 block of Montebello Circle, passed away September 15, 2010, in a local hospital. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, he was the son of the late Dr. Gilbert and Mary Douglas. He graduated from Birmingham Southern College with a B.S. in Chemistry, the University of Alabama with a M.S. in Biology and his M.D. degree. He served his residency in Pathology...
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Samuel H. James

August 9, 1934 - September 13, 2010

Samuel H. "Sonny" James, 75, of Broadnax, VA, passed away September 13, 2010, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Buhl, VA, he was the son of the late Matthew and Margaret James. He was a retired Chassis Supervisor with Ford Motor Company. He was a member of the United Auto Workers and an Air Force veteran. He is survived by three daughters, Teresa J. Kinsey of Currituck, NC, Tammy J. McGuigan and...
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Christie Eugene

January 8, 1928 - September 12, 2010

Christie Eugene, 82, of the 200 block of Scarlett Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away September 12, 2010, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of New York, NY, he was the son of the late Apostolos and Antigone Eugenides. He retired from the Norfolk Fire Department as Captain from station #10 after 30 years of service. He was a member of The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral. He was a graduate of Old...
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Kathleen Marie Wittman

September 6, 2010

Kathleen Marie Wittman, 57, of the 400 block of Flax Mill Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away Sept. 6, 2010, in a local hospital. A native of Schenectady, New York, she was the daughter of the late Michael Ezzo, Sr. and Elizabeth Proper Marx. She was a member of Apostles Lutheran Church. She is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, Craig P. Wittman; her daughter, Sandra M. Dail and...
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Jessie Mae Williams

August 25, 1928 - September 5, 2010

Jessie Mae Williams, 82, passed away September 5, 2010, in her residence. She was born in Lackwanana, NY and was the daughter of the late James Belton and Nellie Butts Belton. She is survived by her husband, Darcy Williams; her children, Ruth Lee, Viola Evans (James), Raymond Bass, Richard Davis, Raymond Wilson, Edward Williams, Bernard Williams, Santhony Williams, and Paulette Block; a sister,...
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Elizabeth S. Dozier

October 7, 1927 - August 28, 2010

Elizabeth S. Dozier, 82, of the 100 block of Gainesborough Square, Chesapeake, VA, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 28, 2010. Born in Norfolk, VA to the late Holland and Annie Stallings, she was the widow of Hilliard M. Dozier III and had worked as a buyer for the Border Station. We as a family have been blessed by your life and you will be truly missed by all. Mrs. Dozier is...
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Donna June Doddridge

December 24, 1930 - August 27, 2010

Donna June Doddridge, 79, passed away August 27, 2010, in Edenton, NC. She was born in Huntington, WV was a retired bookkeeper and is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Aubrey W. Doddridge. Besides her husband she is survived by her daughter, Deborah D. Flora and husband Richard of Edenton, NC; three grandsons, Richard Flora and wife Catherine, Robert Flora and wife LeAnne, all of...
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Gordon Julian Enga

January 7, 1924 - August 25, 2010

Gordon Julian Enga, 86, of the 500 block of Whitehaven Court, Chesapeake, VA, passed away August 25, 2010, in his home. A native of Westerheim Township, MN, he was the son of the late Nicholai and Mable Enga. He retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a Ship Surveyor after 25 years of service. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and a US Army veteran. He is survived by his beloved wife of...
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John Richard Little

October 25, 1940 - August 8, 2010

John Richard Little, 69, of the 700 block of Meherrin River Ct., Chesapeake, VA, passed away August 8, 2010, in a local hospital. A native of Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late Richard and Elizabeth Little. He retired as Regional Manager for UTZ Potato Chips. He is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Rebecca E. Little; three daughters, Julie M. Feddersen and husband Brett of Camp...
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Billie Jo Stephens

January 26, 1936 - August 8, 2010

Billie Jo Stephens, 74, of Chesapeake, VA, died Sunday, August 8, 2010, in her home. A memorial service will be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. at Greenbrier Church with Pastor Curtis Williams officiating. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel is handling arrangements.
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Sally Joanne More

August 2, 2010

Sally Joanne More, 75, of the 1300 block of Holly Avenue, Chesapeake, VA, passed away August 2, 2010, in Chesapeake, VA. A native of Norfolk County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Edith Morse. She had previously worked in Accounts Receivable with Delmarva and Twin B Auto Parts. She was a member of South Norfolk Congregational Christian Church, where she was church secretary, a...
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