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Cora Demby Ricks


Sunrise: March 28, 1957
Sunset: November 20, 2024

Cora Demby Ricks departed this life on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Hampton, Va. Cora was born on March 28, 1957 in Chesapeake, Virginia to the late Jette William Demby, Sr. and Barbara Demby.

After graduating from Deep Creek High School in 1974, she attended Norfolk State University and ECPI University. Cora married her soulmate Roscoe Ricks, Jr. and the two resided in Suffolk, Virginia. Latisha was born from their love of thirty-four years. Cora was devoted and passionately served the Navy Exchange. After over twenty years of dedicated service, she retired this year in October. Cora was filled with unimaginable strength and wisdom. She had a fond love for working on puzzles. Her greatest joy was spending time with her granddaughters who affectionately called her “Coco”.

Cora is predeceased by her husband, Roscoe Ricks, Jr., her father, Jette W. Demby, Sr. and her brother, Jette Demby, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories with her daughter, Latisha Ricks-Guity; son-in-law, Rene’ Guity; two granddaughters, Skai Guity and Starr Guity, all of Davenport, Florida; mother, Barbara Demby of Chesapeake, VA; brothers, Kelvin Demby (Valerie), Chesapeake, VA; Cedric Warren (Cathy) Virginia Beach, VA; Robert Demby (Jacqulynn) Chesapeake, VA; sisters, Jetta Hunt, Postmouth, VA; Rita Bowen, Norfolk, VA; Tracy Hendrix (Norris), Conover, NC; Dr. Marie Shepherd (Dewitt) Portsmouth, VA; Dr. Chrystal Barco-Southall (Gilbert) Hampton, VA, special friend Georgianna Boone of Suffolk, VA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Celebration of Life: Friday, November 29, 2024 11:00 AM Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, Virginia Laid to Rest: Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens 4569 Shoulders Hill Road Suffolk, Virginia

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    Aric Naas says
    November 26, 2024 at 1:03 pm

    I’m so sorry for the loss of Cora. I was a coworker of hers at NEXCOM and always enjoyed working with her. May she rest in peace! Prayers for her family.

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    Velvia Edwards says
    November 26, 2024 at 2:35 pm

    My sincere condolences to the family. Prayers for strength

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    Ms. Vanessa (Retired Nexcom Associate) says
    November 26, 2024 at 9:21 pm

    Latisha, Prayers for your strength as you celebrate your dear Mother’s life of hugs, kisses and smiles. Memories are Forever!

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    Irene M Fontanez says
    November 26, 2024 at 10:42 pm

    Latisha, I’m sorry for your loss, Your mom was such a special person, and I will always cherish the memories we shared together, Cora and I were friends and work together for many years. Sending you love and strength during this painful time.

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    AM says
    November 27, 2024 at 12:02 pm

    Dear Dr. Marie Shepherd (Dewitt) /The Demby-Ricks family, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your loved one “Cora Demby Ricks.” Hold on to your memories of “yester-year,” during this diffiicult time.

    Sorrowfully,

    AM – PPS Retired Employee

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    Kiesha Barber Smith says
    November 28, 2024 at 9:32 pm

    So sorry to hear of Cora’s passing. My deepest condolences to Precious, Rita, Tracy, Jetta, Mrs. Barbara and the entire family. I remember Cora and Precious from their time at FBG.

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    Vondra Selden says
    November 28, 2024 at 10:24 pm

    My thoughts, prayers and love are with the family and friends of Sis. Cora Demby Ricks.

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    Dr. Jacqueline Dowdy says
    November 28, 2024 at 10:31 pm

    Dr. Crystal Barco-Southall (Gilbert), please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family’s loss. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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    Jemmott “Randy” Harris says
    November 29, 2024 at 9:21 am

    I was so sorry to hear of Cora’s passing. May comfort come to the family and friends of Cora by means of God’s word.

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    James & Cheryle Johnson says
    November 29, 2024 at 10:56 am

    We are so sorry for your loss of your dear loved one, Cora. Our love and prayers are extended to the entire family. May you find comfort and hope from the Holy Scriptures and your precious memories of her.

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    Paula Shaw says
    November 29, 2024 at 11:53 am

    God bless the family on the tremendous loss of your dear sister, mother and daughter. May God wrap you in His loving arms. Services were beautiful, continued prayers for all of you eternally!
    Vincent and Paula Shaw

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    Isa Veguilla says
    November 29, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    “I’m deeply saddened by the loss of our colleague. My condolences to the family. Cora… you will be missed…”

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    Linda R. Phillips says
    November 29, 2024 at 3:36 pm

    Words of sympathy feel inadequate in expressing grief and sorrow for a loss so great. Sending a warm embrace and all my love during this sad time. I will remember Cora always smiling with her eyes…she will be greatly missed,❤

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    Kathleen Winemiller says
    November 29, 2024 at 3:55 pm

    Latisha,

    Sending you and your family vibes of strength during this difficult time.

    I had the pleasure of working with Cora at NEXCOM for the past 15 years. Cora was a very hard worker, dedicated and always willing to help. She had a soft spoken way about her and she always remained positive no matter what was going on.

    Cora’s absence will be felt within our team and NEXCOM.

    Rest in Piece Cora!

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    Jerry Byrum says
    November 29, 2024 at 3:56 pm

    Condolences to the family. As one of Cora’s coworkers, she was always willing to listen and help out in any anyway she was able. She was sweet women with a lot of patience. So sorry for your loss.

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