Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home - Lynnhaven Chapel & Crematory
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
Jack Haberman
December 8, 1936 - February 7, 2012
Jack Haberman, 75, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2012. He was born on December 8, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Phyllis; his brother, Robert of West Salem, OH; sons, Douglas of Haslet, TX, Ronald of Eagle River, AK, Brian of Sykesville, MD, and Jason of Summerville, SC; and his grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his...
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Harold Richard Dugger, Jr.
February 26, 1947 - January 28, 2012
Harold Richard Dugger, Jr., slipped away peacefully January 28, 2012, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico on February 26, 1947 to Harold R. Dugger, Sr. and Bertha Dugger. He was predeceased by a son, Michael Paul Dugger; his father, Harold R. Dugger, Sr.; granddaughter, Aleeyah Marie Dugger; and sister, Pearl Persinger. He served in the US Army and received...
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Nettie Myrl McKeel
May 16, 1921 - January 14, 2012
Nettie Myrl McKeel, 90, passed away on January 14, 2012, after a long illness. Myrl was born May 16, 1921 to Lula and William Beasley in Augusta, GA. Her family moved to Norfolk in 1935. She married Frank J. McKeel in 1942, and their marriage lasted over 50 years until Frank's death in 1997. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, William Beasley, Jr. and David N. Beasley; two sisters,...
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W.G. Gillenwater, Jr.
May 16, 1947 - January 12, 2012
W.G. (Chip) Gillenwater, Jr., of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away peacefully at Virginia Beach General Hospital Thursday, January 12, 2012, with his family by his side. Chip was born May 16, 1947 in Appalachia, Virginia. He was the son of Winston G. and Mildred Gillenwater. After graduating from Strasburg High School in Shenandoah County, Virginia he attended VCU in Richmond, VA. Chip also...
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Dwain L. Hansel
October 20, 1959 - January 3, 2012
Dwain L. Hansel, 52, of the 3000 block of Robinswood Court, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away January 3, 2012. Born October 20, 1959 in Confluence, PA, he was raised in Farmington, PA. He retired from the US Navy as a Chief and worked with Sonny's Mechanical as a Heating & Air Conditioning Technician. He is survived by his wife, Barbara A. Hansel; three daughters, Elizabeth Thomas and husband...
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Nemesio Lacuesta, Sr.
December 24, 2011
Nemesio "Rudy" Lacuesta, Sr., 89, of the 4000 block of Windsor Gate Place, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer Saturday, December 24, 2011, in his Virginia Beach home. Rudy was a retired Chief of 25 years in the US Navy. He enjoyed gardening and had a passion for cooking. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. ...
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Lynn Poff Woods
April 6, 1951 - December 23, 2011
Lynn Poff Woods, 60, of the 400 block of Rainey Court, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 23, 2011, in her home. She was born April 6, 1951 in Bethesda, MD to George and Vina Poff. She was a great Mom and Nana. She is survived by her husband, Robert M. Woods; her children, Danielle Rene Phillips and Rachel Beth Woods, both of Virginia Beach, VA and Lindsay McWilliams Woods of Roanoke, VA...
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Michael Wayne Dwiggins, Sr.
December 20, 2011
Michael Wayne Dwiggins, Sr., 72, passed away December 20, 2011. A native of North Carolina, he was the son of the late Sanford and Maxine Dwiggins. He is survived by his wife, Arnetta W. Dwiggins; two daughters, Deborah Robinson (Alfonzo) and Wendy Waller (Joseph); his son, Paul Dwiggins (Donna); seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and his best friend, Walter "Mink" Walker. He was...
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Emil Brunner
December 13, 2011
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA/MARCY, NY – Emil "Richard" Brunner, loving father, 72, passed away peacefully December 13, 2011. Born in the Bronx he served 8 years in the US Navy, and 2 years in the Army Reserves. He was the owner of the Geisha II Restaurant for twenty-two years. He is survived by a son, Timothy and grandson, Gavin Brunner of Virginia Beach, VA; a daughter, Deborah Coffin and...
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James T. Gilpatrick, Jr.
December 10, 2011
James T. Gilpatrick, Jr., 79, of the 3300 block of Prince John Ct., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 10, 2011. A native of Portland, Maine, he was the son of the late Sarah and James T. Gilpatrick, Sr. He retired from the US Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer. He also worked at Q.E.D. Systems and H & R Block. He was a member of the Waukegan Masonic Lodge #78 in Illinois, the Scottish...
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John Cameron
December 2, 2011
John Cameron, 77 passed away peacefully in his home on December 2, 2011. John was born in Newport News, VA to Harry and Mary Cameron. He was a star basketball player at St. Vincent High School and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He achieved a successful career as a commercial lighting salesman, and retired in 2000 to his Virginia Beach home. He is survived by his wife,...
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George Henry Christian
November 19, 1941 - November 30, 2011
Dr. George Henry Christian, 70, died Nov. 30, 2011, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Born in Knoxville, TN, Nov. 19, 1941, he was the son of Henry Smith Christian, M.D., and Mae Hall Christian. George grew up in Knoxville and graduated from Fulton High School in 1959 and from Vanderbilt University in 1962 with a degree in Chemistry. He then moved to New Orleans to attend Tulane University School of...
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Sarah D. Lamb
November 22, 2011
Sarah D. Lamb, 76, of the 400 block of Smiths Lane, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away November 22, 2011. A native of Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Sarah and Francis Taylor, Jr. She was a retired School Bus Driver. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Kenneth Lamb; three children, Lillian Arvis Grant (Maurice), Sarah Aurelia Lamb, and Doretha Mariea Ives (Michael); and two...
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Joshua William Wimberly
December 14, 1990 - November 13, 2011
Joshua William Wimberly, 20, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away November 13, 2011. Born December 14, 1990 in Tallahassee, FL, he was a self-employed mechanic. He was a motorcycle and car racing enthusiast. Joshua is survived by his parents, William and Tina Wimberly, a sister, Brittany N. Wimberly, a niece, Mahlina Wimberly, all of Virginia Beach, VA; his maternal grandmother, Sue Staff of...
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Dorothy Clodfelter
November 13, 2011
Dorothy Clodfelter, 94, of the 500 block of Kirkwood Lane, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away Nov. 13, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lucama, NC to the late Margaret Taylor and Ransom Lucas. Her husband Royal R. Clodfelter predeceases her. Mrs. Clodfelter was a retired dispersing officer with the US Government along with being a 50 year member of the Eastern Star Chapter #...
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Robert Ephriam Twine, Sr.
November 1, 2011
Robert Ephriam Twine, Sr., 77, passed away November 1, 2011, in Norfolk, VA. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was the son of the late Ephriam and Katherine Twine. He retired from the Ford Motor Company and was a US Navy veteran. He was a 1952 graduate of Norview High School. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Bob enjoyed golfing, college football, NASCAR and reading history books. He is...
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L. Alton Williams
January 3, 1934 - October 29, 2011
L. Alton Williams, of Norfolk, VA, passed away October 29, 2011, with his family by his side. Alton was born on January 3, 1934, in Edgecomb County, North Carolina (Tarboro). He attended elementary schools in Tarboro, Williamston, China Grove, Raleigh, Bailey and Wilson, North Carolina. His family moved to Norfolk in 1948, and he has ever since considered it home. He graduated from Maury High...
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Florence Davis
October 27, 2011
Florence Davis, 76, passed away October 27, 2011. She is survived by four sons, John Davis, Ronald Davis, Lester Davis, and Barry Davis; and two granddaughters, Brittany Davis and Melanie Davis. All services are private. Arrangements are being handled by Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Elinor E. McElwain
October 27, 2011
Elinor E. McElwain, 88, of the 1200 block of Malta Ct., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2011. Born in New Jersey, Elinor served as a Navy nurse during World Word II and the Korean War and was also the Coordinator of School Nurses for Virginia Beach City Public Schools from 1968 – 1988, and a Life Master bridge player. She was a lifelong member of Galilee Episcopal...
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Joyce K. Worrell
October 27, 2011
Joyce K. Worrell, 84, of the 3600 block of Hill Breeze Road, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away October 27, 2011, in her home. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Mae Killmon, and the widow of Robert D. Worrell. She is survived by her son, Ronald K. Worrell of Harpers Ferry, WV; a son-in-law, William H. Everett of Richmond, VA; a grandson, Christopher L. Everett of...
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Litton Counts
October 23, 2011
Litton "Duke" Counts, 79, passed away on Oct. 23, 2011. A memorial graveside will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011, at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Elmo C. Harris, Jr.
October 15, 2011
Elmo C. Harris, Jr., died Saturday, October 15, 2011. Elmo was retired from Richmond Electric. He is survived by two sisters, Linda Glaser of Suffolk, VA and Terrie Wright of Elizabeth City, NC; and several nieces and nephews. All services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of his niece. Condolences may be offered to the...
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Bertie V. Flora
January 26, 1923 - October 4, 2011
Bertie V. Flora, 88, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away October 4, 2011. A native of Princess Anne County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Caleb and Maude Cartwright, and the widow of Herman M. Flora, Sr. She retired from Sun Trust Bank as a Teller after 10 years of service. She is survived by her daughter, Nina F. Eaton and husband Page, a sister, Alice Ansell, a brother, Walter (Pedro)...
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John Henry Withers
April 13, 1922 - October 3, 2011
John Henry Withers, 89, passed away October 3, 2011, in a Virginia Beach Hospital. He was born the son of Virgil and Naomi Withers in Rogers, Arkansas on April 13, 1922. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Blanche Mamie Evans Withers. John retired from the United States Navy as a Lieutenant Commander after 31 years of service to his country. His combat duty included four years...
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Brenda Daw Richmond
December 2, 1939 - September 21, 2011
Brenda Daw Richmond 71, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, went to be with the Lord, September 21, 2011. Brenda was surrounded by her loving family during her brave struggle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Maude Williams of Pensacola. She lived in Virginia Beach with her husband Don. Brenda was born December 2, 1939, in Louisville, Kentucky. She grew up in...
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Virginia Edison Ashley
October 2, 1918 - August 18, 2011
Virginia Edison Ashley, 92, died on August 18, 2011, at Virginia Beach Sentara. A native of Catawba County, NC, she was predeceased by her husband, Cecil Warren Ashley; brother, James; loving sister, Catherine; and her parents, James H. and Naomi L. Edison. Virginia was retired from Naval Air Reworks, Naval Air Station, Norfolk. She was a member of Miles Memorial Methodist Church, Norfolk. She...
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Chong S. Kim
April 1, 1928 - August 13, 2011
Chong S. Kim, 83, of the 1100 block of Estevan Court, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away August 13, 2011, in his home. A native of Seoul, South Korea, he owned his own Electrical Business. He was the son of the late Hune S. and Moon P. Kim and was predeceased by his wife, Kwe R. Kim. He was a loving father, loved his family and was a hard working man. He is survived by his three daughters, six...
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Bill Vance
August 9, 2011
Bill Vance, 64, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2011. A native of Eureka, California he was the son of the late Joseph T. and Wilma H. Vance. He graduated from Humboldt State University in 1968. After receiving his commission from Aviation Officers Candidate School in 1969, he entered flight training and was designated a Naval Aviator in 1970. Highlights of his twenty six years in the United...
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Ross Edward Shank
May 25, 1935 - August 7, 2011
Ross Edward "Ed" Shank, 76, of the 300 block of Appian Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away August 7, 2011, in his home. A native of Springfield, OH, he was the son of the late Clinton and Garnet Shank. He retired from the United States Navy as a Photographer after 26 years of service. He also retired from the Virginia Beach Public Schools as a Teacher. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. Ed...
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Tami Kosky
August 3, 2011
Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Sabrina and Regina Comelchook; her sister, Linda Simons; and many loving friends. She has gone to be with her parents and her husband that passed 1 year ago on July 28. Services will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011, at 6 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. A reception will be held after the service at her best friend, Joyce...
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Cornelio Layao
August 3, 2011
Cornelio Layao, 91, of the 300 block of Hospital Dr., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away August 3, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Calamba Laguna, Philippines, he was the son of the late Mariano and Modesta Layao. He was a WWII veteran and worked with Civil Service as an Accountant. He was a member of the American Legion and the Fil-Am Association of VA. He is survived by his wife,...
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Marjorie Jean Wheeler Gross
August 21, 1926 - July 31, 2011
Marjorie Jean Wheeler Gross, 84, of Kill Devil Hills, NC, formerly a resident of Virginia Beach, VA, left this world to go home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday the 31st of July 2011. A native of Susquehanna, PA, she lived most of her life in Virginia Beach. She was the daughter of the late Linus and Ruby Wheeler. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. ...
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Jesse Shaw McCraw, Sr.
December 9, 1935 - July 28, 2011
Jesse S. McCraw, Sr., 75, passed peacefully into eternal rest on July 28, 2011, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Jesse was born in Norfolk, VA on December 9, 1935 to William P. McCraw and Ruth S. McCraw. He attended Maury High School and Norfolk Business College. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and always had great respect for the contribution our...
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David Herman Stanley, Jr.
July 3, 1966 - July 18, 2011
David Herman Stanley, Jr., 45, passed away July 18, 2011, in his home. He was a US Navy veteran and was the Administrator of Light of Life Christian Center. David is survived by his wife, Lynn M. Stanley; daughter, Lauren Marie Stanley of Virginia Beach, VA; two sons, David Herman Stanley III and wife Crystal of Chesapeake, VA and Richard James Stanley of Virginia Beach, VA; parents, David...
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Della Lee Barton
October 29, 1932 - July 16, 2011
Della Lee Barton, 78, of Little Neck Cove, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2011. She was a Keystone member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, member of the Candlelighters Association of CHKD, and a founding member of Sand Dollar Circle of CHKD. She was a professional real estate agent for 25 years and a member of the Million Dollar Roundtable with William E. Wood and Rose and...
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Margaret L. Anello
May 16, 1930 - July 4, 2011
Margaret L. Anello, 81, passed away Monday, July 4, 2011, quietly in her home. Margaret, the widow of Agazio F. Anello, to whom she was married for 54 years, was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by daughters, Diane Anello-Wiggins and husband Jim of Charleston, SC, and Michelle Grimsley of Fairfax, VA; sons, Thomas Anello of Virginia, VA and Joseph Anello and...
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Joan Ann Rhea
April 30, 1943 - June 24, 2011
Joan Ann Rhea, 68, of the 3400 block of Warren Place, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2011. Born in Queens, NY, to the late James and Ann Reilly, Joan was a member of Kempsville Presbyterian Church. She is survived by daughters, Jill Ann Hathaway and Joy Noel Endicott; sons, Jim Howard Amentler and Jon Paul Amentler; sister, Nancy Jane Reilly; grandchildren, Jamie Ann...
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Kenneth Konrad Kramer
October 18, 1933 - June 24, 2011
Kenneth Konrad Kramer, 77, passed away suddenly June 24, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Nancy; daughter, Jennifer Gibson; son, Jeffrey Kramer and wife Cindy; and brother, Robert Kramer. He was born in Hollis, L.I., NY on October 18, 1933, and made Virginia Beach his home for the past 29 years. Ken graduated from The Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn with a degree in civil...
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Dorothy Ellen McCoy Keeling
May 15, 1917 - June 20, 2011
Dorothy Ellen McCoy Keeling, May 15, 1917-June 20, 2011. Daughter of Capt. R. B. McCoy and Annie Bear McCoy, and wife of predeceased Richard M. Keeling. Born in Norfolk, VA she served over 25 years in Eastern Star, Chapter 131, Norview. She also spent over 25 years with Coleman Place Home Demonstration Club/Homemaker's Club, as well as many years in AARP. She is survived by a daughter, Diane...
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Margarette Elizabeth Pfitzer
October 13, 1922 - June 13, 2011
Margarette Elizabeth "Peggy" Pfitzer, born October 13, 1922, passed away peacefully at home June 13, 2011, surrounded by family. A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, she was born to the late Harry and Mamie Leming Weeks. She and her husband, Harold G. Pfitzer, recently celebrated their upcoming 63rd anniversary. Along with her husband, she leaves two daughters, Karen Franklin and husband William...
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Margaret F. Tyson
March 25, 1935 - June 8, 2011
Margaret F. Tyson, 76, of the 4700 block of Jeanne St., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Born March 25, 1935, Margaret was a native of Spencer, WV and later worked for Virginia Power. She is survived by a son, John Shomier of Virginia Beach, VA; and a daughter, Judith Cook of Ripley, WV; one grandson; and one granddaughter. Services will be at a later date. Hollomon...
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June Augusta Vollmer
November 2, 1917 - June 7, 2011
June Augusta Vollmer, 93, passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2011. June was the widow of Wayne Frank Vollmer, and is survived by a son, William W. Vollmer and wife Cathy of Chesapeake, VA; six grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and a great great grandchild. She was a member of the Officer"s Wives Club. Services are private with Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. Memorial...
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William H. Corbitt
February 28, 1930 - May 26, 2011
William H. Corbitt, 81, of the 700 block of Prince Charles Lane, Virginia Beach, VA, went to be with the Lord May 26, 2011, in his home. A native of Hertford, NC, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mattie Corbitt. He retired from Civil Service as a Supply Officer. He is survived by his wife, Shirley D. Corbitt; his son, William Henry Corbitt, Jr.; two daughters, Donna Lynn Johnson and...
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James Townsend Huggins
December 6, 1926 - May 24, 2011
James Townsend Huggins, of King, North Carolina, died Tuesday, May 24, 2011, after a long fight against heart disease. He was born in Lumberton, North Carolina, December 6, 1926, to John Bryan and Tessie Huggins. He was the third of five sons and was predeceased by three brothers, Lynberry, Jack and Bobby. James is survived by his wife of 64 years, Melba Louise Huggins; his children, Jimmy ...
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Beatrice E. Holloway
January 28, 1933 - May 21, 2011
Beatrice E. Holloway, 78, of the 200 block of Appian Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away May 21, 2011, at Sentara Leigh Hospital. A native of Birksville, KY, she was the widow of Joseph Holloway. She is survived by her son, Terry Holloway and wife Kathy; four grandchildren, Terry Parsons and wife Kathy, Amy Weigle and husband Jason, Robbie Worsfold and Allison Holloway; a great niece, Hazel...
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Mary Jo Russell
May 19, 2011
Mary Jo Russell, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Monday, May 19th. She was 82. Mary Jo was born in Kentucky in 1929. Daughter of Pirtle Smith and Agnes Gary. In 1950 Mary Jo married Donald R. Russell in Louisville, KY. She graduated from nursing school in the late 40's and enjoyed a career as a trauma team nurse at Louisville General Hospital until retiring in 1955 to raise her children....
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Anita Z. Vargas
November 22, 1959 - May 17, 2011
Anita Z. Vargas, 51, passed away May 17, 2011, in her home. A native of New York, she worked in the Medical Profession. She is survived by her parents, Gustavo and Olga Vargas; a sister; a brother; and numerous other relatives. A graveside service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel...
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Jose B. Mallari
March 19, 1937 - May 8, 2011
Jose B. Mallari, 74, died May 8, 2011, at home with his family by his side in Virginia Beach, VA. A viewing will be held on Thursday and Friday, May 12-13, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. A Mass will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church at 11 a.m. He was born March 19, 1937 in San Antonio, Lubao, Pampanga, P.I. to...
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David L. Thornhill
December 17, 1918 - April 30, 2011
David L. Thornhill, 92, passed away April 30, 2011. He was a dairy man for 21 years and was later employed by Yoder Dairy as a delivery driver. He leaves behind a son, and was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth Trent Thornhill. He was a good man and will be missed. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at 2 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. Burial will...
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Betty Lee Hersch
August 3, 1930 - April 25, 2011
Betty Lee Hersch, 80, passed away April 25, 2011. The daughter of the late James and Ivey, she was born and raised in Norfolk, VA until moving to Virginia Beach, VA in the 1960's. She loved the local history of Virginia Beach. A devout Christian, she resided and volunteered at the Russell House for the last ten years and made many friends. She was the widow of Melvin M. Hersch. She is survived...
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Dorothy W. Cooper
September 3, 1926 - April 24, 2011
Dorothy W. Cooper, 84, passed away April 24, 2011. She was born in Kinston, NC and had been in the auto repair business. Dorothy is survived by her loving husband, Worth L. Cooper; three daughters, Wendy Jones, Candace Lathrum and Pamela Fogle; seven grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel is handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered...
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Ronald Edwin McConnell
May 1, 1943 - April 11, 2011
Ronald "Mac" Edwin McConnell, 67, passed away April 11, 2011. He was born in New Jersey and retired from the US Navy after 30 years as an Aircraft Handler. Ronald was a member of Princess Anne Plaza Baptist Church and the Gideon's International Virginia Beach East Camp. He is survived by his wife, Sandra L. McConnell; daughters, Kelly Lutz and husband David and Christine Wurzler; grandchildren,...
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David Wayne Lawson
May 6, 1965 - April 6, 2011
David "Dave" Wayne Lawson, 45, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away April 6, 2011. He was born in Norfolk, VA on May 6, 1965. He graduated from First Colonial High School in 1982 and was previously a gifted ASE Certified Master Technician with Charles Barker Lexus. Dave is survived by his parents, John and Anne Lawson of Virginia Beach, VA; his sister, Debbie Cook and husband Jeff of Palmyra,...
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Ruth A. Stine
July 5, 1919 - April 5, 2011
Ruth A. Stine, 91, a 28 year resident of Luther Manor, passed away April 5, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Millard and Edna Stine. She loved Luther Manor and was an avid Bingo Player. She is survived by her niece, Sharon Clark and her husband Craig of Virginia Beach, VA. A graveside service will be held Monday, April 11th at 2 p.m. at...
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Anna K. King
May 10, 1929 - April 4, 2011
Anna K. King, 81, passed away on April 4, 2011, in her home after a courageous battle against cancer. Anna was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Born May 10, 1929 in Pulaski, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late John I. and Ada (Porterfield) Quesenberry and wife of the late Rodney L. King, Sr. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Sharon Potter (Ray), Ellen Moses...
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Charlene Nissen Barnett
April 3, 2011
Charlene Nissen Barnett, 50, of the 3500 block of Barry Street, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away April 3, 2011. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was an Assistant Manager with Dollar Tree. She was a loving mother, wife, daughter, aunt and friend. She loved sewing, quilting, Hatteras, Cape Cod and her dogs. She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" P. Barnett; her parents, Shirley and Charles W....
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Dwayn Williams
October 12, 1976 - March 31, 2011
Dwayn Williams, 34, of the 3700 block of Palace Place, passed away March 31, 2011, in his home. A native of Roanoke Rapids, NC, he was a Petty Officer 1st Class in the US Navy with 10 years of service. He was a member of Union Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Williams; two sons, Zomas Harris and Jamar Williams; his father, John Williams of Roanoke Rapids, NC; two brothers,...
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Louise Hogge
March 23, 2011
Louise Hogge, 72, of the 400 block of Appian Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away March 23, 2011, in her home. Born in Glenn Falls, NY, Mary was a school bus driver. She is survived by her husband, Robert Hogge; two sons, Mark and Terry Hogge; two sisters, Jane and Sheila; a brother, Pete; and two grandchildren, Madison and Parker. She was predeceased by two brothers, Jim and Paul. The family...
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Marguerite J. Dean
March 3, 1923 - March 17, 2011
Marguerite J. Dean, 88, passed away March 17, 2011. A native of Newfoundland, Canada, she was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Lloyd Dean, and was born to the late Edward and Mary (Noah) Faour in St. John's, Newfoundland. She grew up and was educated in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. After taking a business course she moved to Argentia, a US Naval Base in Newfoundland during WW11 where she...
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Emily Elizabeth Murden Capps
January 27, 1920 - March 16, 2011
Emily Elizabeth Murden Capps, 91, went to be with her Lord at 6:27 a.m. on March 16, 2011. She was the last child and only daughter of Ryland and Margaret Jane (Maggie) Murden. Born and raised in her beloved Princess Anne County, she spent her entire life loving the people and cherishing her memories there. Sharing the history of the county was one of the greatest pleasures of her life. Emily...
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Betty Lou Grundler
July 12, 1924 - March 13, 2011
Betty Lou Grundler, 86, passed away March 13, 2011. She was a member of Courthouse Community United Methodist Church. Left to cherish her memory are Rebecca Fields; her husband, Jim Fields; three grandchildren, Bonnie Wright, her husband Gary of Frederick, MD, Chris Grundler, his wife Laura, and Steven Grundler, his wife Jennifer, all of Virginia Beach, VA; and five great-grandchildren, Madison...
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Frederick G. Ward
April 16, 1919 - March 8, 2011
Frederick G. Ward, 92, passed away on March 8, 2011. Born in California, Mr. Ward was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was predeceased by his wife, Gertrude E. Ward and daughter Sharon Mitchell. A reception will be held at Atlantic Shores, Harbour Way Great Room on Friday, March 18, 2011, from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be offered at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Precious H. Freeman
October 12, 1923 - March 8, 2011
Precious H. Freeman, 87, of the 400 block of Duplin Street, Virginia Beach, VA, died March 8, 2011, in a local hospital. She was born in Lenoir County, NC, and was the widow of Travis Earl Freeman. Precious is survived by four children, Keith Freeman, Curtis Freeman, Jimmy Freeman and Cindy Ackiss; a sister, Elizabeth Sandlin; nine grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren; and several...
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Edward Gregg Sahr Sr.,
March 6, 2011
Edward Gregg Sahr, Sr., 64, passed away March 6, 2011, in his home. Born in Portsmouth, VA, he was the son of the late Elmer and Helen Sahr. He retired from Civil Service as an Aircraft Electrician Supervisor after 28 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Alice D. Sahr; his daughter, Kris Adrienne Chrisemer and husband Sean of Norfolk, VA; two sons, Edward G. Sahr, Jr. and wife Crystal...
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Lcdr Robert R. Roehren, USN
March 5, 1924 - February 28, 2011
LCDR Robert Roehren, USN (Ret.), 86, passed away February 28, 2011, at his home surrounded by his immediate family. He was born March 5, 1924 in Pittsburg, PA, the son of Harold W. and Myrtl R. Roehren, and he lived in Virginia Beach over 40 years. He entered naval service January 1942, became an Enlisted Naval Aviation Pilot ("Silver Eagle") in 1947 and received his officer's commission (...
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Therese A. Beneze
August 23, 1931 - February 25, 2011
Therese A. Beneze, 79, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 25th. Terry was born in Chicago, IL August 23, 1931 to the late Ernest and Digna Scalzo. She spent her early career as a stewardess for Western Airlines where she met the love of her life, Frederick W. Beneze. After living in California, Georgia, Missouri and Pennsylvania, they settled in Virginia Beach in 1970. She retired...
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Ruth Ann Greenwood
February 24, 2011
Ruth Ann Greenwood, 41, of the 3500 block of Kings Lake Dr., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on February 24, 2011, at her home. Born in Cincinnati, OH, Ruth is survived by her husband, Robert M. (Mike) Greenwood, Sr.; sons, Michael and Kyle Greenwood; mother, Mary Gallion; sisters, Diane Skinner and Deborah Gallion; and brothers, Charles Gallion, Jr. and Tom Gallion. She was predeceased by her...
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Jessie Lois Gregory
February 28, 1932 - February 21, 2011
Jessie Lois Gregory, 78, of the 400 block of Ascot Ct., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Monday, February 21, 2011. Born in Union, SC, Mrs. Gregory was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles for many years. She was the widow of Thomas C. Gregory. She is survived by three sons, Buford Leroy Spelts and wife Beth, Danny Leroy Gregory and Tara Kerstan, and Charles H. Spelts; two brothers,...
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Ronnie O. Davis USMC
February 20, 2011
Retired USMC Col. Ronnie O. Davis, 72, died peacefully at home on Feb. , 201120. Ronnie was born in Lynchburg, VA and resided in Norfolk and Virginia Beach most of his life. Ronnie attended Granby High School where he was an athlete and class officer. He furthered his education at William and Mary-Norfolk as a Physical Education major. He wrestled at both Granby and W&M-N. After teaching at...
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Joe Daniel Harris
October 8, 1933 - February 19, 2011
Joe Daniel Harris, 77, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2011. Born in Marion, NC on October 8, 1933, he was the son of the late Joseph and Minnie Harris. He served in the United States Navy for 22 years. While serving in the Navy, he established the 1st Teeball league in Guam. After retiring from the Navy, he worked and retired from Civil Service and Tea Pack. He enjoyed coaching...
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Kevin Michael Cobb
February 17, 2011
Kevin Michael Cobb, 52, a native of Utica, NY, passed away February 17, 2011, in his home. He is survived by his two brothers, Steven Cobb and Michael Cobb of Virginia Beach, VA; along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of donor's choice. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel is handling arrangements. Condolences may...
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Paul G. Graves
September 4, 1943 - February 12, 2011
Paul G. Graves, 67, passed away February 12, 2011. A native of Massachusetts, Paul was a teacher for the Belmont Public School System. He was preceded in the death by his wife, Gertrude Graves; and parents, Edna and Louis Graves. He is survived by two daughters, Judith Graves and Suzanne Graves; three grandchildren, Hallie Brzoska, and Sarah and Matthew Betit; and one aunt, Grace Hansen. ...
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Frances E. Warren
June 29, 1939 - February 7, 2011
Frances E. Warren, 71, of the 3600 block of Indian River Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on February 7, 2011, at a local hospital. Born in Columbia City, Indiana, Frances is survived by her husband, Marvin L. Warren; two sons, Shawn S. Warren of Seattle, WA and Kevin R. Warren of Virginia Beach, VA; a brother, Tom Wise of El Cajon, CA; and a granddaughter, Brandi E. Kimbrough. A memorial...
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Corazon Siy Ramiro
September 16, 1945 - February 4, 2011
With her sons and her best friend at her side, Corazon Siy Ramiro was delivered from this life into God's hands on Friday, February 4, 2011. She was 65 years old, a cancer survivor of over 20 years, a Navy wife and widow, a mother to four boys, a fixture in the local medical community and a woman of devout faith. If you were fortunate enough to have known her, you will remember her as a beautiful...
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Candy Charlene Jochens
January 10, 1960 - February 4, 2011
Candy Charlene Jochens, 51, of the 1000 block of Georgetown Rd., Norfolk, VA, passed away February 4, 2011, in her home. She was born Jan. 10, 1960 in Portsmouth, VA. Candy is survived by her mother, Mary B. Jochens; her brother, John Jochens; and two special nephews; and a special niece. She was preceded in death by her father, James C. Jochens; her son, Brian Prusinski; and her brothers, Guy...
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James Thaddius Benton, Sr.
June 10, 1935 - February 3, 2011
James Thaddius Benton, Sr., 75, of the 1100 block of Clarence Street, Norfolk, VA, passed away February 3, 2011, in his home. A native of Norfolk, VA, he was the son of the late Martha and John Louis Benton, Sr., and the widower of Catherine Flowers Benton. He was a retired Chef from Pizza Chef. He is survived by his daughter, Kimberly B. Chapman and husband Johnnie of Norfolk, VA; his son,...
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Conceicao Freitas
May 24, 1918 - January 31, 2011
Conceicao (Connie) Freitas, 92, left this earth to be with the Lord on Monday, Jan 31 2011, surrounded by her family who loved her dearly. Born May 24, 1918 in Gaula, Madeira, Portugal, Connie left to live in Brazil for several years before immigrating to the United States in 1968. Living in Connecticut, Connie worked many years for Aetna Insurance before retiring and returning to her beloved...
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Wilhelmina Regan
August 19, 1930 - January 19, 2011
Wilhelmina "Wilma" Regan, 80, passed away January 19, 2011, in her home. She was born in Philadelphia, PA and was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Regan. She was a retired telephone operator. She was a member of Charity United Methodist Church and Order of Sons of Italy, Roma Lodge #254. She is survived by four daughters, Patti Montes and Holly, Laura Beltz and husband Jim, Rose Adams,...
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Connie Sue Click
February 8, 1948 - January 16, 2011
Connie Sue Click, 62, of the 3600 block of Forest Glen Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2011. Born in Ironton, OH, Connie was the widow of Gary H. Click. She was a member of Landmark and the Gulls. She is survived by a daughter, Kristi Matthews of Atlanta, GA; a son, Gary M. Click and wife Tara Warner of Virginia Beach, VA; two brothers, John and Ronnie Rowe; and...
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Henry Chisholm Terry
March 30, 1933 - January 15, 2011
Henry Chisholm Terry, 77, loving husband, father and grandfather went to be with the Lord on January 15, 2011. He was born March 30, 1933 in Caroline County, Virginia. The son of the late Henry Benjamin and Martha Anne Terry. He retired as Master Chief Petty Officer from the U.S. Navy after 22 years of dedicated service, and was employed with QED systems for 15 years. He is survived by his...
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Lucille M. Curtis
April 20, 1937 - January 14, 2011
Lucille M. Curtis, 73, passed away January 14, 2011. Lucille was born April 20, 1937 in Portland, Maine. She is survived by her son, Thomas W. Elliott; her daughter-in-law, Andrea M. Elliott; and her stepbrother, Kenneth G. Seavey. Lucille was the proud grandmother of three grandchildren who she adored, Alex Elliott, Emma Elliott, and Sarah Elliott, all of Virginia Beach, VA. Her family, and...
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Mary Ellen Hill Pope
February 10, 1935 - January 9, 2011
Mary Ellen Hill Pope, 75, died peacefully in her Virginia Beach home on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011. She was born in Virgilina, Virginia on Feb. 10, 1935 to Bedie Belle Young and Dewitt Hill, and was the eldest of five siblings, Dorothy H. Markow, Alice H. Epps, Jan B. Walker, Dewitt Hill Jr., and James A. Hill. After graduating Highland Springs High School, Highland Springs, VA, Mary Pope moved to the...
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Robert Olaf James
September 7, 1927 - January 2, 2011
Our father, Bob James, joined our mom, his granddaughter, Barbara Chirles, and family and friends in heaven on January 2, 2011. The Lord blessed him with 83 wonderful years. Our dad was the firstborn child of Ollie and June James of Edwardsville, PA. He was later joined by his lovely sister Audrey and brother Dick, both of whom survive him. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during World...
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Charles Edward Johnson
January 5, 1951 - December 31, 2010
Charles Edward Johnson, 59, lost his brave battle with cancer December 31, 2010. He was born in Concord, NH, and is survived by his wife, Katherine Ruth Johnson. He was a self-employed HVAC contractor. He is also survived by a daughter, Lisa Ennis and her husband Steve of Rhode Island; four sons, Scott Johnson and wife Beth, Charles Johnson, Ryan Johnson, all of Virginia Beach, VA and Jason...
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Jack Thomas Craig, Jr.
April 26, 1917 - December 31, 2010
Jack Thomas Craig, Jr., 93, born April 26, 1917, passed away peacefully at home December 31, 2010. He was the husband of the late Helen Dickens Craig. Jack was a WWII veteran, played professional basketball, and worked at Texaco for many years as well. Left to cherish his memory, his family he loved and laughed with, a daughter, Carol Craig Harris and husband Richard; his son, Terry Alan...
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Mattie Barnett
November 29, 1923 - December 29, 2010
Mattie Barnett, 87, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away December 29, 2010. A native of Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Sara Raleigh. She was a member of Princess Anne Plaza Baptist Church and was a Sales Associate at Hecht's Department Store at Lynnhaven Mall. She is survived by her daughter, Irene Barnett of Virginia Beach, VA; her sister, Ada Elliott of Corbin, KY; and her...
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Gloria May Mulkey
November 29, 1945 - December 15, 2010
Gloria May Mulkey, 65, a native of Portsmouth, VA, and the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret Wilson, passed away December 15, 2010, after losing her battle with ALS. She was employed by Macy's in the fine jewelry department for fifteen years. Gloria is survived by her husband, Ted; and her daughter, Margaret Gay and husband Rich. She is also survived by two sisters, Lilly Marie Johnson...
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John Albert Feres
April 19, 1918 - December 15, 2010
John Albert Feres, 92, passed away December 15, 2010, in a local hospital. A native of New York, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Feres. He retired from the United States Coast Guard as a Chief Gunners Mate after 22 years of service. He also retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. On August 12, 1940, along with Commander Campbell, he crossed into the Arctic Circle and became a member of...
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Stella Juanita King
April 7, 1910 - December 13, 2010
Stella Juanita King, 100 plus, our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend to many of the 600 block of Piney Point Road, Virginia Beach, VA, went to be with our Lord and Jesus on Dec. 13, 2010. She was at home surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, Louis Dale King and will be remembered for her...
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Catherine E. Calfas
January 9, 1921 - December 13, 2010
Catherine E. Calfas, 89, born in Charlotte, NC, passed away at Norfolk Sentara Dec. 13, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband, George A. Calfas; and brother, James Thomas Edison. Catherine retired in 1991 from Tidewater Rehabilitation Center, EVMS. Catherine is survived by her daughter, Elaine Benwitz (Norman); granddaughters, Denise Tanner and Rebecca Craven...
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Mary Marjorie Farabaugh
July 15, 1931 - December 12, 2010
Mary Marjorie Farabaugh, 79, of Virginia Beach, VA, died December 12, 2010, in a local hospital. She was born in Patton, PA, and was the daughter of the late Irvin and Agnes Long. Mary was a homemaker and member of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. Mary is survived by her husband, Clark R. Farabaugh; two daughters, Diane M. Garris and husband George of Hickory, NC and Vicki J. Hewlette...
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Msgt Billy Tom Brooks, USAF
January 25, 1930 - December 10, 2010
Master Sgt. Billy Tom Brooks, 80, born in Gadsden, AL, Jan. 25, 1930, passed away Dec. 10, 2010. Tom was the son of the late John and Lydia Brooks. He was married to Michelle M. Brooks for 57 years, whom he married while stationed in France during his early military career. Tom retired from the U.S. Air Force after 30 years of service. He retired from Wright State University in Dayton, OH in...
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Richard Oakley Boaz
December 3, 1919 - December 3, 2010
Richard Oakley Boaz, 91, formerly of Charlottesville, VA, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2010. Dick was a veteran of WWII and worked for Sprint in Charlottesville where he retired in 1981. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Viola Boaz; two daughters, Betty Demers and husband Brian of Virginia Beach, VA and Lou Anne Shimmin of Spring Island, SC and husband Gary; son, Richard Boaz, Jr....
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Catherine Lynn Miller
September 29, 1959 - November 15, 2010
Catherine Lynn Miller, 51, joined our Lord in Savior on November 15, 2010, in Richmond, VA. Born in New London, CT, she was a member of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church. She was very active in the Virginia Beach Moose Family Center, Chapter 684. She was a 1977 graduate of First Colonial High School. She was employed at Communique for 13 years before she was diagnosed with Leukemia. She...
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James Williamson Brown, Jr.
February 23, 1929 - November 13, 2010
The Reverend James Williamson Brown, Jr., died Nov. 13, 2010. He was born Feb. 23, 1929 and was preceded in death by his parents, James Williamson Brown and Mary Skipwith Brown. He is survived by his wife, Joan Wiley Brown; son, James Williamson Brown III; daughter, Elizabeth Williams; grandsons, Seth Blackburn and Robert Brown (May); granddaughters, Mattie Brown and Peyton Williams; and great...
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Vada Virgle Johnson
November 13, 2010
Vada Virgle Johnson, 86, of Virginia Beach, VA, died November 13, 2010. She was born in Lebanon, VA, and was the widow of Thomas William Johnson. Vada was a self-employed realtor. She was a member of Bayside Baptist Church and past Sunday school director. Vada is survived by two sons, Gary W. Johnson and wife Brenda of Virginia Beach, VA and David L. Johnson of Lynchburg, VA; two...
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Lorraine Mary Kemp
June 4, 1935 - November 12, 2010
Lorraine Mary Kemp, 75, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2010. Born in Cambridge, MA, she was the widow of CPO Paul Nathan Kemp, USN (Ret.). She also predeceased by her son, Paul Michael Kemp. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. She is survived by two daughters, Susan G. Kemp and Laura D. Williams; four sons, Dennis, Wayne, David and Jason M. Kemp; sister, Margaret Hegarty...
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Etta Louise Hillier
June 14, 1937 - October 31, 2010
Etta Louise Hillier, 73, of Virginia Beach, VA, died Sunday, October 31, 2010, at home. A Memorial Service will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, 3600 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA, on Saturday, November 6, 2010, at 2 p.m. Born in West Virginia and moving to the Norfolk area as young woman, Louise earned a Master's degree in accounting at Old Dominion...
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Errol Harvey
June 23, 1924 - October 28, 2010
Errol "Jack" Harvey, 86, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2010. He was a native of Columbus, OH and was the son of the late Raymond and Delilah Harvey. Jack was veteran of three wars and was proud to be in the Navy. He was an active member in the Knights of Columbus and an active member of Holy Spirit Parish. Jack is survived by his family, sons, Brad Harvey of Virginia Beach, VA and Hal...
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Lawrence Fredrick Hammonds
January 22, 1927 - October 23, 2010
Lawrence Fredrick (Fred) Hammonds, passed away peacefully with his family by his side October 23, 2010. He was born January 22, 1927, in Macon, GA, to the late John L Sullivan and Ella Hammonds. His loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Mary L. Hammonds; and his brother, J T Hammonds also precedes him in death. Left to cherish his memory are his three children, Larry Hammonds and his wife Vicky...
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