Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home & Crematory - Tidewater Drive Chapel
Hollomon-Brown's primary function is to be of assistance to those who have the responsibility and the right to care for a family member who has died. It is our desire to help the next of kin with that responsibility in any way possible. To accomplish that, we offer many services and funeral merchandise along with the most up to date facilities at each one of our funeral homes. Our job is to explain any and all options available; and the next of kin makes the choice as to the type of funeral arrangements they desire.
We have ten convenient locations serving the Hampton Roads area that are designed to make a difficult time a little easier for the families that we serve. The funeral of a loved one is a time in which family and friends gather to honor a life lived and to support the next of kin. It is comforting for the family to know that they have chosen a facility that provides a gracious place with ample room, to receive their guests. Families have long looked to Hollomon-Brown for superior facilities and services.
Our Obituaries
Davis Sheu Sun Wong
April 4, 1938 - February 8, 2012
Davis "David" Sheu Sun Wong, surrounded by family, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. David was born in China on April 4, 1938 to Park F. Wong and Soon G. Eng and immigrated to the U.S. in 1950. After graduating from Maury High, he started working at his family's noodle business, Norfolk Noodle Factory. There David found his passion for...
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Martha J. Frieh
February 8, 2012
Martha J. Frieh, 93, passed away February 8, 2012, in Ahoskie, NC. She was a native of Gates County, NC and was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer E. Frieh. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 10, 2012, at 11 a.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Lcdr Joe Carl Curtis Jr., USN
July 28, 1927 - February 7, 2012
Retired LCDR Joe Carl Curtis, Jr., passed away on February 7, 2012. Joe was born in Macon, Georgia on July 28, 1927. He was predeceased by his parents, Joe and Jimmynell Curtis; and his brother, Lt. Col. James Allen Curtis. Joe attended Castle Heights Military Academy before enlisting in the Navy in 1944. Joe served on various ships and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He loved his service to...
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Mary Lou Hill Darden
November 14, 1921 - February 6, 2012
Mary Lou Hill Darden, age 90, passed away on February 6, 2012, at BayPointe Medical. She was born on November 14, 1921 in Johnston County, North Carolina to Ralph and Suzannah Hill. She completed school and went on to become a bookkeeper. In 1950 she married Joseph Allen Darden. Together, they had two wonderful children, Mary Beth and Joseph. She was lucky to receive 4 grandchildren: Abby,...
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Lawrence F. Burleigh, Sr.
February 4, 2012
Lawrence F. Burleigh, Sr., 91, of the 1600 block of Cougar Ave., Norfolk, VA, died Feb. 4, 2012, in a Richmond hospital. He was born in Newport News, VA and was the son of the late Lawrence and Bertha Burleigh. Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife, Lucielle T. Burleigh. Lawrence is survived by two sons, Lawrence Burleigh, Jr. and wife Sherry of Midlothian, VA and Richard G. Burleigh...
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Ishana Mercedes Sanchez
February 3, 2012
Ishana Mercedes Sanchez, 17, of Blackwell Ct., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away Feb. 3, 2012, at her home. She was born in Salem, MA and was a senior at Tallwood High School. She loved playing volleyball for Tallwood and other leagues. She enjoyed dancing and spending time with family and friends. She was a blessing to all of us and always kept us smiling no matter what. Ishana is survived by...
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Margaret Ruth Smithwick Clay
August 8, 1926 - February 3, 2012
Born at home on August 8, 1926, on Lafayette Boulevard, Margaret Ruth Smithwick Clay was a daughter of Thelma Lee Head Smithwick and Bruce L. Smithwick, the widow of Walter Bernall Clay, and the mother of Diane Clay White. Her three beloved grandsons are Richard (Nicole), Daniel (Jana), and David, led by their father, Dale Scott White. Precious great-grandchildren are Charlotte, Miles, and...
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George Milton Beaton, Sr.
February 3, 2012
George Milton Beaton, Sr., 87, was received in the arms of the Lord on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012. Raised in Sedley, VA, he was a retired Aircraft Mechanic from Norfolk Naval Air Station after 32 years. He was a member of Ocean View Baptist Church for 65 years and N.A.R.F.E. Chapter 66. He was a wonderful husband and father, and showed patience and love to everyone he met. Milton was preceded in...
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Eva Kate McAtamney
February 3, 2012
Eva Kate McAtamney, 84, of the 4600 block of Coronet Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, passed quietly Feb. 3, 2012, at SVBGH. She was born in Halle, Germany to the late Bernhard and Gertrud Wolff. Eva had worked as an Assistant to the area manager of the U.S. General Accounting Office. She was an avid reader and enjoyed the beach. Eva is survived by her husband, Charles; a son, Patrick and fianc...
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Virginia M. Evangelista
October 5, 1932 - February 3, 2012
Virginia M. Evangelista, 79, of the 400 block of Woodview Ave., Norfolk, VA, passed away Feb. 3, 2012, in a local hospital. She was born in Cotabato, Philippines and was the daughter of the late Mariano and Irene Mojica. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Gill R. Evangelista. She was a homemaker and member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Virginia is survived by four sons, Gener M....
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Evelyn Keen Alexander
February 3, 2012
Evelyn Keen Alexander, 74, of the 4100 block of Bonney Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, died Feb. 3, 2012. She was born in Norfolk, VA, and was the daughter of the late George and Dorothy Keen. Evelyn is survived by her husband, Horace Alexander; and a son, Douglas E. Alexander. She was predeceased by a son, Michael Lee Alexander. A service will be held at a later date in Albert G. Horton, Jr....
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Mary Bost Herbert
February 1, 2012
Mary Bost Herbert, 71, of the 600 block of Charlecote Dr., Virginia Beach, VA, died Feb. 1, 2012, in a local hospital. She was born in Morganton, NC and was a retired assistant Principal with the Virginia Beach Public Schools. Mary is survived by her husband, John A. Herbert of Virginia Beach; mother, Lee Lee Bost of Lenoir, NC; sister, Nancy McLaine and her husband Gary and their daughter...
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Harry Hightower
February 1, 2012
Harry Hightower, 87, passed away on Feb. 1, 2012. He was born in Muhlenberg, KY to the late Willie Collins and Frank Hightower. He received the Admiral Zumwalt "Best in Navy" Award twice, served in the US Navy for 30 years as a MCPO and retired after 21 years in the civil service (GS-11). He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, The International Order of Alhambra, Atlantic Shores Baptist...
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Mary M. Thornton
February 23, 1922 - January 31, 2012
Mary M. Thornton, 89, a resident of Homewood at Martinsburg, PA, formerly of Norfolk, VA, and Roaring Spring, PA, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at Homewood. She was born in Roaring Spring, PA, daughter of the late Jesse W. and Edith F. (Appleman) Malone. She married Roy D. Thornton, who passed away March 8, 1989. Surviving are two stepchildren: Sharon Knight and...
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Donald C. Campbell
March 10, 1926 - January 31, 2012
Donald C. Campbell, 85, passed away on January 31, 2012. He was born March 10, 1926 in Ashland, Ohio. He graduated from Ashland High School and Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism. He served two years in the US Army as a Master Sergeant and head of Army News Center in Kanas City, MO. Donald was Manager of General Electric Company in Cleveland, OH; Danville, IL; Milwaukee, WI,...
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Renate P. Moore
January 29, 2012
Renate P. Moore, 84, passed away January 29, 2012. She was born in Nurnberg, Germany and was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert. She is survived by her daughters, Monica Moore and Maureen Steele and husband Michael; son, Michael Moore; grandchildren, Ryan and Mark Steele, Carl and Chad Moore. She was a member of the Little Creek Altar Guild and Catholic Daughters of America. A memorial...
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Jennifer Ann Fisher
January 28, 2012
Jennifer Ann Fisher, 35, died Jan. 28, 2012. She attended the Church of the Epiphany as a child and teen. She later joined Deep Creek Baptist Church. She was employed at Cummings Atlantic, Chesapeake. She was predeceased by her mother, Katrina Ann Merrell. She is survived by her father, Gary Stocks; her grandmother, Loretta Salazar; two daughters, Tiffany Fisher and Katrina Carver; a son,...
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Ltc William Stuart McKee USA
January 28, 2012
Lt. Col. William Stuart McKee, USA (Ret.), 77, passed away January 28, 2012, in his home. He was born in Irvington, NJ and retired from the US Army in 1981 after 25 years of service, and was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Louise Knierim McKee. He is survived by two daughters, Karen L. Page and husband Asa of Virginia Beach, VA, and Jane E. Garrell and husband Douglas of Clifton, VA;...
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Shirley Irene Terry
January 27, 2012
Shirley Irene Terry, 88, passed away January 27, 2012, in her home. She was born in Maumee, Ohio and was the co-owner of Terry's Delicatessen and was a registered nurse. She was a member of Bayside Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder, was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, past president of Suburban Womens Club and a member of the Town and Gown Club. She sang with the Beach...
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Carol Bee Grandon
January 26, 2012
Carol Bee Grandon, 62, passed away on January 26, 2012. She was a native of North Little Rock, AR. In 1981, Carol moved to Norfolk, VA with her sister, Cheryl. Since then, she has worked in the financial services and insurance industry with Lincoln Financial Group. She was predeceased by her two loving parents, Raymond N. & Marjorie Grandon. She is survived by her daughter, Caroline ...
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Glenn Brooks McClanan, Sr.
January 26, 2012
Glenn Brooks McClanan, Sr., an attorney who represented Virginia Beach in the General Assembly, died on Thursday, January 26, 2012. As a legislator, he built a reputation advocating consumer and environmental causes. McClanan introduced legislation that helped Virginia Beach obtain its primary water source of Lake Gaston. He chaired the Agriculture Committee and was a member of the General Laws...
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Louise Marie Moore
January 26, 2012
Louise Marie Moore, 94, of Chesapeake, VA, died Jan. 26, 2012, in a local hospital. She was born in Newport News, VA, and was the daughter of the late Claude and Mattie Spivey, and preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Lee Moore, Sr. Louise was formerly employed as a hairdresser and was a Baptist. Louise is survived by a son, Eugene Lee Moore, Jr. and wife Linda of Chesapeake; tow sisters,...
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Joseph Michael Carney, Jr.
January 26, 2012
Joseph Michael Carney, Jr., 49, of the 100 block of Landale Rd., Norfolk, VA, died Jan. 26, 2012, in Virginia Beach, VA. He was born in Dubois, PA and was a concrete supervisor for J.M. Briggs Concrete Company. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Carney; girlfriend, Daria Hohman; father, Joseph M. Carney, Sr. and his wife Susan; five sisters, Brenda Carney of Bradenton, FL, Debbie Yeager of...
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Bobby Lee Emmons
January 26, 2012
Bobby Lee Emmons, 66, died Jan. 26, 2012. He was born in Shefield, Alabama, and worked as a truck driver. He is survived by his wife, Donna Emmons; daughter, Winter Emmons and husband Danny Danenberg; two grandchildren, Raven Danenberg and Coby Danenberg; step-mother, Carrie Thorp of Shefield, AL; sister-in-law, Janice Davis; nieces, Stephanie Davis and Tiffany Johnson; and many great nieces and...
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Anne Joyce Roy
August 6, 1928 - January 25, 2012
Anne Joyce Roy, died January 25, 2012, after a courageous and unrelenting battle with Alzheimer's. Known to family and friends as Joyce, she was an incredible wife and mother, beloved granny and a special friend. Joyce was born in London, England on August 6, 1928 to Harry Grive and Alice Maude (Spooner) Grive, and was raised in a loving family which included her brother, Roy Grive who preceded...
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William G. Temple, Jr.
May 12, 1919 - January 25, 2012
William G. "Bill" Temple, Jr., 92, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 25, 2012, surrounded by his family. He was born May 12, 1919 in Portsmouth, VA, the son of the late William Grimes Temple and Alice Virginia Hudgins Temple. He resided with his family in Coleman Place in Norfolk and was a graduate of Norview High School Class of 1937. In 1939 he joined the Army Air Corps. His...
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Marion Vaughan Tripp
December 1, 1911 - January 24, 2012
Marion Vaughan Tripp, age 100, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2012, at Sentara Nursing Center in Hampton, VA. Mrs. Tripp was born December 1, 1911, in Franklin, VA to the late Lemuel W. Vaughan and Mary Ricks. She was the eleventh child and had fond memories growing up on the farm surrounded by a large loving family. Mrs. Tripp married the late Stuart A. Tripp and they made their home...
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Jeffry Lyle Huber
January 24, 2012
Jeffry Lyle Huber, 57, died Jan. 24, 2012, in his home. No services are planned at this time. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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John Harvey Kinch
January 24, 2012
John Harvey Kinch, 57, of the 1400 block of Kearney Rd., Norfolk, VA, passed away January 24, 2012, in his home. A native of Pennsylvania, he was an Auto Technician with Yellow Cab of Virginia Beach. He loved his family, was very family oriented. He was a hard worker, very giving and loving, always smiling and passionate about his work and loved fast cars. He is survived by his wife, Michelle...
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John William Nemier, Sr.
November 14, 1925 - January 24, 2012
John William Nemier Sr., 86, of Norfolk, Virginia, who was currently residing on West Hartford Ct., Norfolk, VA, died Tuesday, January 24, 2012. He was born November 14, 1925 in Pueblo, Colorado, the son of the late Ervin Henry Nemier and Catherine Byrkell Nemier. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances R. Nemier. Mr. Nemier was a World War II Navy veteran. Mr. Nemier was a devoted...
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Francis Harris Cohan II
January 23, 2012
Francis Harris "Butch" Cohan II, of Virginia Beach, VA, left us on Jan. 23, 2012. He was a graduate of Princess Anne High School, attended Old Dominion University, and earned his Bachelor's degree in 1968 as a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon. Butch was a self-made successful businessman, as the proud owner and President of Virginia Equipment & Development (VED INC.) who would genuinely do and...
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Norman Seth Downes
January 23, 2012
Norman Seth Downes, 61, residing in Gates, NC, passed away January 23, 2012, in Norfolk, VA. A native of Washington D.C., he was formerly active in the Boy Scouts of America where he obtained the rank of Eagle Scout. He is survived by two daughters, Jenny (Kevin) Cowan of Gates, NC and Emily Downes of Tapiola, MI; a son, James Downes of Virginia Beach, VA; three grandchildren, Brandon, Austin...
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Kenneth Wells Howard, Sr.
November 25, 1936 - January 23, 2012
Kenneth Wells Howard, Sr., 75, passed away in his home January 23, 2012. He was born November 25, 1936 in Pikeville, KY to Joseph and Rose Howard. It was there that he met and married his childhood sweetheart Mary Lee Taylor, he being 18 and she being 16 at the time of their marriage. Ken and Mary enjoyed 57 years together as man and wife and, most of all, best friends. Kenneth served honorably...
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Hal J. Bonney, Jr.
January 22, 2012
Honorable Hal J. Bonney, Jr., Father, Teacher and Federal Judge, died on January 22, 2012, in his home in Norfolk, VA, surrounded by his family. He was 82. A native of Norfolk, VA, Judge Bonney was the son of Hal J. and Mary Ellen Shackelford Bonney. He was educated in the public schools of Norfolk, Elizabeth City and Richmond and earned his B.A. and M.A. Degrees from the University of Richmond...
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James C. Meacham
January 22, 2012
James C. Meacham, 62, of the 800 block of Lord Leighton Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away January 22, 2012, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of New York City, he was the son of the late Ruth C. and James C. Meacham. Jim served in the US Army, 24th Infantry Division as a Medical Specialist. Jim was also a published author of various works. He is survived by his wife, Helen; three daughters,...
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Christopher A. Swalley
January 21, 2012
Rev. Christopher A. Swalley, 64, of the 100 block of Suburban Pkwy., Norfolk, VA, passed away January 21, 2012, in Sentara Leigh Hospital. A native of East St. Louis, IL, he was the son of the late Chester and Alice Swalley. He was a Southern Baptist Minister who was ordained as an evangelist minister at Oak Grove Baptist Church. He is survived by his daughter, Elaine Grovar of California;...
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Judith Kane Connors
January 20, 2012
Judith Kane Connors, 84, passed away January 20, 2012, at Atlantic Shores. She was born in Geneva, NY and was preceded in death by her husband, Capt. Eugene Timothy Connors, USN Ret. Among her many activities, she was a member of Ocean Park Civic League, Ocean Park Womens Club, Virginia Beach Council of Civic Organizations, Bayfront Advisory Committee, Retired Officers Wives, member of board of...
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Carolyn Daniels Voshell
August 14, 1925 - January 19, 2012
Carolyn Daniels Voshell, passed away on January 19, 2012, at the Kroontje Center in Blacksburg, VA. She was born August 14, 1925 in Wanchese, NC, where she spent her youth. She graduated from Manteo High School and attended North Carolina State Teachers College (now East Carolina University). She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for a fuel oil company in Rocky Mount, NC. She married...
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Christina D. Gabriel
December 16, 1956 - January 19, 2012
Christina D. Gabriel, born December 16, 1956, to Martha and Jose DeOliveira in Norfolk, VA, fell asleep on January 19, 2012, surrounded by her husband and children. She fought a courageous battle against Myelodysplastic Syndrome (leukemia). Those left to keep her memory alive are her high school sweetheart and husband of 33 years, Louis Gabriel; children, Noelle, Candice, Andrew and Alex; sons...
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Frances Farkas Fabian
January 15, 2012
Frances Farkas Fabian, 75, of the 3200 block of Creekwood Rd., Norfolk, VA, passed away January 15, 2012, in her home. A native of Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Theresa Farkas. She is survived by her two daughters, Jill Spoor and husband Roger and Jody Fabian and husband Billy; two sons, John Fabian and wife Julie and Joel Fabian and wife Lisa; twelve grandchildren; and...
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Ivy Dameron Artman Farley
January 15, 2012
Ivy Dameron Artman Farley, 82, of the 1000 block of Kings Cross Quay, Chesapeake, VA, passed peacefully on Jan. 15, 2012, (after a short illness) at her home with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her son's father, Joseph "Tex" Artman. She was born in Stuarts Draft, VA, and was the daughter of the late Claude and Margaret (Gilbert) Dameron. Ivy retired from C&P Telephone Company as...
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David Peery Baker
September 9, 1937 - January 14, 2012
David Peery Baker passed away Jan. 14, 2012, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital after a long illness. Born Sept. 9, 1937 in Norfolk County and attended Great Bridge High School. Preceded in death by his wife, June Kathleen Baker; his mother, Madge Cook Baker; father, Robert Lindsay Baker; and brother, Robert Lindsay Baker, Jr. He leaves behind brothers, Willard R. Baker and wife Paula of...
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Frances H. Williams
January 13, 2012
Frances H. Williams, 89, passed away on Jan. 13, 2012. She was born in Henderson, NC to the late Martha Paschall and James Hicks. She was also predeceased by her husband, Samuel W. Willams; and sons, Samuel Jr. and Gary Williams. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Linda Erbland (Chris); three grandchildren, Mark Erbland (Stephanie), Patrick Erbland, and Samuel Erbland; two great...
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Phillip Zuzolo
January 13, 2012
Phillip Zuzolo, 82, died January 13, 2012, in Virginia Beach, VA. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and was the owner of Phil's Antiques and a former member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deanie Zuzolo; daughters, Cheryl Jenkins and Diana Moore; sister, Angie Massaro; and brother, Jerry Zuzolo; and is survived by his daughter, Chris Herrit and husband John of...
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Robert L. Kennell
January 12, 2012
Robert L. Kennell (Larry), 59, of the 4700 block of Krick Street, Norfolk, VA, passed away January 12, 2012, in his home. He was born at Langley Air Force Base, Bermuda, and was a longtime employee of Kentucky Fried Chicken. He was a member of the Willis V. Fentress Masonic Lodge #296 and Memorial Spiritual Church. He was loved by all. He is survived by his parents, Alfred and Eleanor Kennell...
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Jacqueline A. Morouschek
January 12, 2012
Jacqueline A. Morouschek, 87, of the 8500 block of Carlton Street, Norfolk, VA, passed away January 12, 2012, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Ingeborg Andre'. She is survived by her husband, Leonard M. Morouschek; her daughter, Catherine L. Arrington; five grandchildren, Troy Arrington, Randy Fajotina, Willie Fajotina, Michael Land...
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Prince Albert Edwards, Jr.
January 11, 2012
Prince Albert Edwards, Jr., 68, of Norfolk, VA, passed away January 11, 2012, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was the son of the late Georgia R. and Prince Albert Edwards, Sr. He was a member of Ocean View Baptist Church where he served on many committees and as a Deacon. He retired from Virginia Beach Public Schools after 38 years of service. He taught at...
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Aubrey Victoria Marie Hannsz
August 16, 2011 - January 11, 2012
Aubrey Victoria Marie Hannsz, 4 months old, of Virginia Beach, VA, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 11, 2012. Aubrey, daughter of Samantha Ann Murawski and Donald J.A. Hannsz, was born August 16, 2011. In addition to her parents, Aubrey is survived by her maternal grandparents, Gary and Lisa Murawski of Virginia Beach, VA; paternal grandparents, Donald and Susan Hannsz of Houston, TX; aunt,...
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Lt. Col. George Clifford Freeman USA
January 11, 2012
Lt. Col. George Clifford Freeman, U.S.A., Ret., 96, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2012. He was the only child of Claire and George Oliver Freeman of Portsmouth, Virginia who emigrated from Liverpool, England. He graduated with honors from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1931. Lt. Col. Freeman married the "love of his life," the former Clelia Thompson, also from Portsmouth, Virginia in 1940...
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Hazel Robinson Mitchell
December 15, 1923 - January 11, 2012
Beloved "Mom", Hazel Robinson (Robbie) Mitchell, died Wednesday, January 11, 2012. Born in Wayne County, West Virginia, December 15, 1923 to the late Haze and Tensie Robinson, she graduated from Chattaroy High School in 1942. By 1943 she graduated from West Virginia Business College and traveled to the nation's capital and enlisted in the United States Navy in 1944 to serve her country. She...
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Beulah S. Graves
January 9, 2012
Beulah S. Graves, 93, passed away Jan. 9, 2012, joining her husband of 45 yrs., Paul Graves who passed away in 2001. She is survived by one of eight siblings, Shirley Arthur; three children, Paul, Frank and Louis; two grandchildren, Stephen and Christopher. She was a secretary with WTAR. A graveside service will be held at 12 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012, at Rosewood Memorial Park. ...
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Marylou Helen McKouen
January 8, 2012
Marylou Helen McKouen, 84, of the 1900 block of Edgewood Ave., Norfolk, VA, passed away on January 8, 2012, in her home. The 5th of 10 children, she was born and raised on a farm in Douglas, Georgia. After marrying her husband Michael in 1946, she moved to Norfolk and opened the Fox Hall Beauty Salon which she operated for many years. She was an active member of the Women's Benefit Association...
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Frances Kitchin Baker
April 26, 1926 - January 8, 2012
Frances Kitchin Baker, 85, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Sentara Leigh Hospital. She was born in St Pauls, North Carolina on April 26, 1926, and was the daughter of the late Mozelle Vestal Kitchin and Jack F. Kitchin, Sr. She was predeceased in death by her husband, Robert L. Baker. She is survived by three sons and was a loving mother to Thomas Keith Baker and wife of...
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Cordelia Massey Hancock
January 8, 2012
Cordelia Massey Hancock, 95, passed away January 8, 2012. She was a native of Northampton County on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, and the wife of retired Wilmer James Hancock, Jr. She was a longtime member of Baylake United Methodist Church and the women's Beth Coverly Circle. Mrs. Hancock was active in the Hermitage Garden Club of Thoroughgood, Virginia Beach and enjoyed local Bridge "Club"....
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Margarett M. Lee
January 7, 2012
Margarett M. Lee, 92, of the 100 block of Greensboro St. Portsmouth, VA, passed away in Kill Devil Hills, NC on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, in her residence. Born in Portsmouth, VA, she was the widow of James W. Lee. She was a lifetime member of Broad Street United Methodist Church. She was also a member of Order of the Eastern Star and The XYZ Band. Margarett is survived by her son, Thomas M. Lee...
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Ola Mae Kelly Johnson
October 11, 1921 - January 6, 2012
Ola Mae Kelly Johnson, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, January 6, 2012, at Bay Lake Retirement in Virginia Beach. Ola Mae, or Kelly, as she is known to many, was born in Yadkin County, North Carolina on October 11, 1921 to Samuel Eli and Lula Saylor Kelly. She graduated with an Education Degree from Atlantic Christian College in 1942. She was an officer in the U...
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Monica Helena Skahill
January 5, 2012
Monica Helena Skahill, 89, of the 5500 block of Bayside Road, Virginia Beach, VA, went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2012. A native of Dubuque County, Iowa and a longtime resident of Virginia Beach, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Loretta C. Reisdorf. She was a longtime member of Little Creek Amphibious Base Catholic Chapel. She was a volunteer at Lake Taylor Hospital for 22...
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Charles Edward Foreman
October 9, 1930 - January 5, 2012
Charles (Chuck) Foreman, 81, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed peacefully to his heavenly home on January 5, 2012, after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 51 years, Mary Lou Barricklow Foreman. Other survivors include a daughter, Charla Foreman Istenes and her husband, Raymond R. Istenes, Jr. of Hagerstown, Maryland and a son, Mark McKinney Foreman and his wife, Lisa Ann...
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Anna Frances Brandenburg Glover
January 4, 2012
Mrs. Anna Frances Brandenburg Glover, age 94, of Vidalia, GA, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012, in the Bethany Nursing Center in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was a native of Princess Anne County, Virginia, and lived there until moving to Vidalia in 1999. She was formerly a receptionist with Dr. Henry Rogers, was employed with Sears, and worked in the home office of Be-lo Grocery, all in...
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Cdr George Thomas Sinclair Jr., USN
January 4, 2012
Retired U.S. Navy Commander George Thomas Sinclair, Jr., died January 4, 2012, a week before his 90th birthday. Born in Atlanta, GA, he grew up in Charlotte, NC and lived there until he began his service in the U.S. Navy. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. During World War II he served aboard the USS Lansdale which was torpedoed and sank in the Mediterranean on April 20, 1944....
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Joseph Luther Hendricks, Jr.
February 24, 1928 - January 4, 2012
Joseph Luther Hendricks, Jr., of Norfolk, VA, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at the Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News VA. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Willardeen Harris Hendricks; a son, Alan Hendricks and his wife Mary Jo, of Charlottesville, VA, grandsons, Joseph (Jay), William, and Thomas Hendricks; a daughter, Melanie Evans and her husband John of Newport...
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Helen P. Wigfield
April 8, 1923 - January 4, 2012
Helen P. Wigfield, 88, passed away peacefully January 4, 2012. She was born April 8, 1923 in Altoona, PA, the daughter of the late Maurice and Mabel Corbin. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 62 years, George Wigfield. Above all else, Helen cherished her family and was a loving and doting mother and grandmother. She enjoyed traveling the world with her husband and friends,...
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Rosa-Maria Jefferson
January 3, 2012
Rosa-Maria Jefferson, 73, of the 1300 block of Stringfellow Court, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away January 3, 2012, in her home. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Ruth Ramirez. She retired from Farm Fresh as Salad Bar Manager. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth M. Mitchell and husband Frank, and her son, Michael L. Jefferson, both of Virginia...
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Ralph K. Culver USMC
September 23, 1920 - January 2, 2012
Ralph K. Culver, Marine Corps Lawyer and Department of Justice Attorney, Dies. Retired Colonel Ralph K. Culver, who served for three decades as a U.S. Marine was a veteran of three major conflicts, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, and finished his service as a judge on the U.S. Navy Court of Military Review, died Jan. 2, 2012, in Virginia Beach, VA after a brief illness...
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Mary Louise Shepard
January 2, 2012
Mary Louise Shepard, 98, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away January 2, 2012, in her home. A native of Mooresville, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Beatrice Hill, and the widow of Raymond J. Shepard. She is survived by her daughter, Carole Lissy and husband George of Palmyra, VA; a son, Barry T. Shepard and wife Roxanne of Virginia Beach, VA; two sisters, Elizabeth Blanton of...
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Virginia Mildred Davis
January 1, 2012
Virginia Mildred Davis, 96, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away January 1, 2012. A native of Charles County, MD, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Sarah Bowie, and the widow of Thomas B. Davis. She retired as Dispersing Travel Agent for the US Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division. She was a member of Community Church of Chesapeake. She was a longtime member of Indian Head St....
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Capt Joseph M. Greene, USN
February 13, 1922 - January 1, 2012
Captain Joseph M. Greene (USN ret.), died of natural causes on January 1, 2012, at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by his beloved childhood sweetheart and wife, Kathleen Haas Greene, and his cherished youngest son, Kevin. Born in Millville, New Jersey on February 13, 1922, he was just the second town resident to earn admission to the United States Naval Academy. Upon graduating, he...
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Eleanor Harrell Barberousse
December 30, 2011
Eleanor Harrell Barberousse, 92, a resident of Westminster-Canterbury on Shore Drive, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2011. A native of Louisiana, she was a home economics teacher and a counselor in schools in that state for 19 years, then became assistant professor of counseling at Auburn University, where she had earned her doctorate degree. In completing her doctoral dissertation,...
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Abie Duane Clark
December 30, 2011
Abie Duane "Abe" Clark, 73, passed away December 30, 2011, at a local hospital after a long battle with cancer. Born in Sparta, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Lavada Hutson Clark. Abe served his country in the United States Navy, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer after 20 years of service in various local commands, including NAS Norfolk, AIMD Norfolk, VRC-40, VU-6, and VA-34. Following...
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Linwood S. Lane, Jr.
December 29, 2011
Linwood S. Lane, Jr., 69, of the 4800 block of Bromfield Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on December 29, 2011. He was employed by Operating Engineers Local #147 as a crane operator. He retired from E.T. Gresham after 40 years. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley O. Lane, and is survived by a son, Linwood S. Lane III and wife Tricia; fiance, Patricia Muncher; three sisters, Billie Hein...
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Bernice D. LaClair
December 28, 2011
Bernice D. LaClair, 98, of the 1100 block of Revere Point Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, died Dec. 28, 2011. She was born in Norfolk, VA, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Myrtle Davis. Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, John A. LaClair. She was a homemaker and a member of Park Place Baptist Church, a founding member of the Social Order of Beaucent of Norfolk, VA as well as...
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Cw4 George Charles Gratchen USA
September 29, 1929 - December 28, 2011
George Charles Gratchen, CW-4 U.S. Army retired, born September 29, 1929, passed away on December 28, 2011. George was a retired Chief Warrant Officer with the U.S. Army. He also worked for the Newport News Shipyard after retiring. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Margot; three children, Joyce Nelson, Rickey Gratchen and Shirley Martin; four grandchildren, Jason Nelson, Britt Nelson,...
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Charles E. Hanner
December 26, 2011
Charles E. Hanner, 80, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 26, 2011. A native of Greensboro, NC, he retired from the US Navy as a Chief. A graveside service will be held Friday, December 30, 2011, at 1 PM at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home Bayside Chapel is handling the arrangements.
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Elsie Mae Woodard
April 22, 1920 - December 25, 2011
Elsie Mae Woodard, 91, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 25, 2011. She was born on April 22, 1920 in Scotland Neck, NC. She was married to Edgar L. Woodard for 50 years, who preceded her in death in 1988. She was a long-time resident of Norfolk, VA until she went to live in Jacksonville, Florida nine years ago. She was blessed with two sons, Edgar C. Woodard (Nancy) and Andrew L....
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Doris Rice Creekmore
July 30, 1920 - December 25, 2011
Doris Rice Creekmore, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2011. Doris was born July 30, 1920 and was a lifelong resident of South Norfolk. She was predeceased by her husband, Claud J. Creekmore, and her parents, Robert and Nellie Rice. She is survived by her two sons, Mike Creekmore and Jim Creekmore and wife Annette, all of Chesapeake, VA. Doris is also survived by her cherished grandchildren,...
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Charles G. Bowen
December 24, 2011
Charles G. Bowen, 80, of the 7400 block of Halprin Drive, Norfolk, VA, passed away December 24, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Nebraska, he was retired from Fleet Maintenance at N.I.T., Inc. He was US Naval veteran of WWII, Korea, and Vietnam serving as a 1st class ship fitter in the Navy. He was a member of the VFW. He is survived by his son, David Lee Bowen and wife Zoila; a step...
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Edward A. Sims
December 23, 2011
Edward A. Sims, 65, died December 23, 2011. Services will be at 12 p.m. Saturday with visitation 1 hour prior at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel.
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Lorraine Anita Dallaire
December 23, 2011
Lorraine Anita Dallaire, left this world on December 23, 2011, to join members of her family at God's table never again to feel pain and suffering only felt here on earth. In the book of Proverbs 31 King Lemuel describes what his mother taught him. In it he describes our mother and wife; :11 Her husband has full confidence in her, :27 She watches over the affairs of her household, :28 Her...
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Shirley Flanagan Rea
December 23, 2011
Shirley (Sue) Flanagan Rea, 69, of Norfolk, VA, died Friday, December 23, 2011. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a courageous, two-year battle against cancer. Shirley is survived by her husband of 48 years, Arthur M. Rea; and their children, Arthur M. Rea, Jr. and wife Maria Rea, Julie Rea Morgan and husband Paul Morgan, Jr., and Nicole Rea Ormond and husband Damien...
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Albert T. Gauthier, Sr.
August 28, 1927 - December 22, 2011
Albert T. Gauthier, Sr., passed away on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011, after a long illness. Albert was born on August 28, 1927 in Fall River, Mass. He was predeceased by his parents, Ovila and Alberta Gauthier; and his sister, Evette Furtado. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Elsie Spivey Gauthier; one brother, Raymond Gauthier; and one sister, Jeanine Willis; seven children, Albert ...
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Jean W. Ward
January 31, 1945 - December 21, 2011
Jean W. Ward, affectionately known as Mom-Mom, was born on January 31, 1945, in Rocky Mount, NC to the late James and Geneva Williams Wildermuth. Mom-Mom went to be with her Heavenly Father on December 21, 2011. She held the hands of her loving husband and her daughter as she walked into the outstretched arms of our Lord and Savior. Leaving to cherish her memories, her husband of 47 years,...
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Martha Ann Moseley Dooling
December 21, 2011
Martha Ann Moseley Dooling, 85, of the 6400 block of Granby Street, Norfolk, VA, passed away December 21, 2011, in DePaul Hospital. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late Gaines and Anne East Moseley, and the widow of David Dooling, Sr. She retired from Norfolk Academy as a teacher. She was an accomplished fiber artist. Martha also made significant contributions to genealogy...
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Zenaida Demeterio
December 20, 2011
Zenaida Demeterio, 51, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2011. Born in the Philippines, she was the daughter of Felicidad and the late Fermin Santiago. She is survived by her loving husband, Leonardo Demeterio, son, Michael Joseph Demeterio both of Virginia Beach, VA; two brothers, Jaime Santiago and wife Miriam of California and Efren Santiago and wife Marissa of the Philippines; four...
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Peter James Anoia
December 20, 2011
Peter James Anoia, 92, of the 1700 block of N. Alanton Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away peacefully with his family by his side December 20, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Peter and Rose Anoia. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Lois Christine Anoia. He was a member of the 1940 State Champion Football Team at...
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Lt. Col. Winfree Gray Lee USA
December 19, 2011
Retired Army Lt. Colonel Winfree Gray Lee, 94, of Richmond, VA, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011. He is survived by a daughter, Betty Lee Callahan and husband Charles; a son, William George Lee and wife Svetlana; five grandchildren, Stephanie Casey, William Gregory Lee, Bryan Eric Lee, Melanie Wilkerson, Nicole Snitch; and nine great-grandchildren. He was an active member of Masonic...
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John Clayton Wood, Jr.
May 10, 1914 - December 19, 2011
John Clayton Wood, Jr., age 97, died on Dec. 19, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. John was born on May 10, 1914 to Beulah Trafton Wood and John Clayton Wood, Sr. John and his four sisters grew up at Wood's Corner in the Kempsville section of Virginia Beach. He attended Kempsville Elementary School and the American Institute of Banking. For 2 years John worked at Seaboard Citizens Bank of Commerce;...
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Barbara W. Avera
December 18, 2011
Barbara W. Avera, 82, of the 500 block of NW Backwoods Rd., Moyock, NC, went to join her beloved husband Jack C. Avera on December 18, 2011. A native of Virginia Beach, VA, she was the daughter of the late Morrison A. and Elsie S. Walker. She was a founding member and Past President of The Virginia Beach Sand Witches, the first all womens fishing club in Virginia, and the only member to earn the...
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Bessie Anderson Seeley
December 18, 2011
Bessie Anderson Seeley, 97, of the 1600 block of Old Donation Pkwy., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 18, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was the widow of A.W. "Bud" Seeley, Jr. She was a life-member of Burrows Memorial Baptist Church. She is survived by her two daughters, Brenda S. Wilson of Virginia Beach, VA and Dorothy S. Cook and husband Robert of...
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Herman Royster Pollard, Jr.
May 13, 1938 - December 17, 2011
Herman Royster Pollard, Jr., known to his family and friends as Jack, died Saturday, December 17, 2011. He was 73. He was the son of the late Herman and Elvie Roberts Pollard. Mr. Pollard was born May 13, 1938 in Danville, VA and spent most of his life in the Norfolk area. He was a graduate of Maury High School and attended Old Dominion University. Mr. Pollard was in the shipping industry and...
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Katherine M. Howard
December 17, 2011
Katherine M. Howard, 92, passed away December 17, 2011. She was the daughter of the late William and Mattie Miles, and was the widow of Edgar P. Howard, Jr. She was an avid bridge player and China painter. She is survived by one daughter, Kathy Cooper and husband Car;, one son, John Howard; and two grandchildren, Jael and Leah Cooper. A graveside service will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. at...
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Audrey Shirl Havens
December 16, 2011
Audrey Shirl Havens, 77, passed away on Dec. 16, 2011. She was born in South Norfolk, VA to the late Adylette Holloman and Ruth Ellen Dail. She was an active member of the Niners Seniors Club and retired from the Chesapeake School system after 25 years of service. Audrey enjoyed trips with family and friends. Left to cherish her memory is her children, Joseph A. Havens, Jr., Patricia S....
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Linda Catherine Bombino Foster D.C.
February 25, 1949 - December 15, 2011
Dr. Linda Catherine Bombino Foster D.C., 62, passed this life on earth to continue her angelic ways on December 15, 2011. Loving wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Dr. Linda dedicated her great heart and mind to her much loved chiropractic patients and profession. Always a leader, Linda instilled strength and confidence to all in her life. Her good works will be missed by all who knew...
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Thomas Albert Young
December 15, 2011
Thomas Albert Young, 89, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed on December 15, 2011. Tom was born in Marion, OH, the son of the late Erastus and Lois Young, and married Arlette M. Young (Toops) in 1945. He proudly served for three years in the South Pacific as a member of the United States Coast Guard during WWII. He is survived by three sons, Thomas A. Young of Pendleton, OR, Timothy G. Young of...
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Laura Pauline Waller
June 22, 1920 - December 15, 2011
Laura Pauline Waller, born June 22, 1920, passed away in her sleep on December 15, 2011. Polly was a beautiful soul who was much beloved by family and friends for her generosity and compassion for all living creatures. Although gentle and unassuming, she had a core of strength that supported others in need. Polly was fearless and adventurous, a free spirit who loved life and brightened the day...
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Viola Lynn Moeller
December 15, 2011
Viola Lynn Moeller, 87, of Naples, Florida, passed away in her sleep on Thursday, December 15, 2011. She was attended by her family in her last days including her daughters, Bette Larson and husband Dean Larson, Barbara Martino, Beverly Rogers, LaDonna Cook, Janet Glover and husband Scott Glover, and beloved grandchildren Amanda Glover, Thadius Jiles and Reba Jiles. She was predeceased by her...
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Allen Powell Martinson
February 4, 1936 - December 13, 2011
Allen Powell Martinson, 75, a resident of Norfolk, VA, passed away at 1:45 p.m. on December 13, 2011. Allen was born in Seaford, Virginia on February 4, 1936 to the late Sarah Alice Nelson Martinson and Otto Barnhart Martinson. He attended John Marshall Elementary, Blair Junior High, and graduated from Maury High School in absentia in January 1956. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in mid-1955 for...
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Joseph David Evans
December 11, 2011
Joseph David Evans, 61, of the 7800 block of Camellia Road, Norfolk, VA, passed away December 11, 2011, in DePaul Hospital. He was the son of the late Harold and Arlene Evans. He was a retired Fire Fighter with the City of Chesapeake. He is survived by his daughter, Tera Dawn Shah and husband Vishal; a son, Bryan David Evans; a brother, Michael Evans; five sisters, Nina Lynn Braun and husband...
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Naomi Carper Overfelt
November 5, 1918 - December 10, 2011
Naomi Carper Overfelt, went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2011. Naomi was born November 5, 1918 in Franklin County, Virginia to Willie and Ruth Bowles. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Joseph B. Overfelt; a son, Jerry Wayne; a daughter, Ruby Frances; her parents; a sister; and a brother. Naomi was an active member of Virginia Heights Baptist Church. She joined Broad Creek...
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Clyde Richard Helton, Sr.
October 3, 1924 - December 6, 2011
Clyde Richard "Red" Helton, Sr., 87, passed away December 6, 2011, in his home. He was born October 3, 1924, to Eva Mcallister and William Franklin Helton in Belmont, NC. He was predeceased by his first wife of 30 years, April Glee Heathcock Helton. Left to cherish his memory are his second wife of 32 years, Betty Jean Perry Foreman Helton; his son, Clyde Richard "Rick" Helton, Jr. (Cheryll); ...
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Joan V. Klag
December 6, 2011
Joan V. Klag, 86, of Gumbridge Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 6, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Louis H. Klag, Sr. A native of Hampton, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Cowles and Doris Holden. She was a retired Registered Nurse. She was a member of Charity United Methodist Church where she sang in the Senior...
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