Brenda, who was lovingly known as, “Pearl”, “Nana”, “B.O.” and “Darling”, was called to eternal rest on November 30, 2024, after living a full life of 82years. She was born on July 21, 1942, in Norfolk, VA to the late Frank Allen and Esther Williams. Brenda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and so much more to many. In her youth, she was raise in the Catholic Church, St. Joseph, as well as educated in the Catholic School. Brenda retires from Chesapeake Public Schools after dedicating 22 years as a Custodian. She was a faithful and active member of New Hope Baptist Church and served on various ministries such as: Women’s Usher Board, Missionary Ministry, Hospitality Ministry, Deaconess Board and even assisted in teaching young children during Vacation Bible School. She was affectionately known for her caring, loving and compassionate spirit. Not only did she impact the lives of everyone she met, but she also faithfully donated too many charities like March of Dimes, St. Jude and Boys ranch. After you met her, she made sure you knew you were now family and could affectionately call her “Nana” or “Mom.” Brenda is preceded in death by her daughter, Leshia G. Hawkins; her grandsons: Mathias T. Hawkins and Akeishe Hawkins; her granddaughter, Janitta; her sister, Gail Williams; and brother, Robert Williams. She leaves to cherish her memory through her husband of 59 years, Mathias; her daughters, Anita Hawkins, Yolanda (Ernie) Stover and Arlethia Overton; two extended sons, Gilbert Elliott and Neil Eason, Sr.; grandchildren: Anitria, Shalikka, Gilbert, Mario, Charleeta, Melvin, Charlie, Jr., Marquez, Louis, Chantz, Shalanda, Nelita, and Neil, Jr.; as well as many great grandchildren and extended loved ones. Brenda, you fought a good fight. Now your work is complete. Time to meet your king.
Brenda V. Overton
Viewing:
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Metropolitan Funeral Service
5605 Portsmouth Boulevard
Portsmouth, Virginia
Celebration of Life:
Thursday, December 12, 2024
11:00 AM
New Hope Baptist Church
4260 Pughsville Road
Suffolk, Virginia
Laid to Rest:
Roosevelt Memorial Park
1101 Campostella Road
Chesapeake, Virginia
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Squeak says
December 3, 2024 at 6:57 amMy condolences to the family!! Such a great & wonderful person to be around who showed me love that I’ll always cherish in my heart..until we again I’ll always cherish the great Memories ❤️💔❤️
Cozette G McIntyre says
December 4, 2024 at 4:21 pmOur family sends condolences to our dear friend, Ann Spencer, in the passing of your sister. We recognize the love you two shared. Our wish is for God’s grace for the entire family at this difficult time.
Devette Copeland says
December 9, 2024 at 6:37 amSending our deepest condolences to the family & my sister in Christ Sister Stoufer. May God continue to give you all the strength at this difficult time.
PATRICIA ANN BLACKMORE says
December 10, 2024 at 10:47 amLet not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. To the family of Sister Yolanda Stover from our family the Killebrew’s family from Pughsville , Suffolk we are sending our sincere condolence to you and your entire family. We remember you mother from going to New Hope Baptist Church she was a sweet person to be in her presence. And also, your First Pentecostal Church of Christ Holiness church family along with our and your Pastor Overseer Angelo Scott and First Lady Scott and your brothers and sisters send their Condolence to you and your entire family. We Love you and our prayers goes out to you and family. No matter what Trust God. God Bless you.
Jo'sef Haynes says
December 10, 2024 at 1:06 pmSending my love and prayers to the Overton family. From the first time Nelita introduced me to Nana, she treated me as if I was one of her own grandchildren every time she saw me. She was such a kind and loving woman. Rest on, Nana!
Edith Frazier says
December 10, 2024 at 7:31 pmSo sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. I send prayers to all of the family. I pray that God continues to comfort you during this difficult time!
Yvette Johnson says
December 11, 2024 at 11:26 amMy condolences to Ann spcence & her family my God continue to bless you in this most difficult time my your loving sister rest in peace in Jesus name we pray amen, Love Fletcher & Yvette Johbson
Dorothy says
December 11, 2024 at 12:40 pmMy thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you all. From the day I met her she showed me so much kindness and love. She shared her love of God with me each and every time she had an appointment or even while ending a call. I will truly miss her smile, her laugh and her warm I love you before she left. Always in my heart.
Love to you all ❤️ Dorothy
Monica says
December 11, 2024 at 9:01 pmSending love and condolences to the family. Such a sweet soul gone too soon. I will never forget our talks. You will definitely be missed. – Monica, Zion, and Haarlem
Shay S. says
December 12, 2024 at 12:21 pmSending love and condolences to the family. Such a wonderful lady! she will definitely be missed. ❤️
Larry and Jeanette Ward says
December 12, 2024 at 1:18 pmYou will be miss Brenda R.I.P
Kathleen Sullivan says
December 13, 2024 at 2:28 pmMy deepest condolences and prayers to the family. Deaconess Overton was a wonderful woman of God.
A beautiful Spirit and her smile would light up a room!
May God provide comfort to the family!
Don and Kathleen Sullivan
Sonja Anderson says
January 5, 2025 at 7:16 pmEarth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Keep looking up. God got you all.
Love ❤️ you all.