Evangeline Rosetta Rhem Gambrell (77), of Norfolk, Virginia, also known as “Van”, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. She was born in New Bern, North Carolina on March 16, 1943 to James Arthur Rhem and Eleanora Sessoms (both deceased).
Van attended Lindenwood Elementary School, David G. Jacox Middle School, as well as Booker T. Washington High School, all located in Norfolk, Virginia.
Evangeline was first employed at Bon Secours DePaul Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia as a CNA. She later worked as a private duty caregiver. Her last employment was with Hope House Foundation in Portsmouth, Virginia, where she retired.
She attended Way of the Cross Church in Norfolk, Virginia, under the tutelage of Bishop Lewis E. Hines, and served as one of the Mothers of the Church.
Evangeline married Robert Hoover McKoy, Jr. of Norfolk, Virginia, and of this marriage gave birth to three children; Brian McKoy (Hiwot “Lovey”, and former wife, Linda), Kenneth McKoy (Rochelle) and her only daughter, Victoria “Vicky” McKoy.
She later wed Columbus I. Gambrell, Sr. (deceased and laid to rest at Quantico National Cemetery), who was born in Greenville, South Carolina and remained his wife until his death in 2002. Of this marriage she birthed a son; Columbus I. Gambrell, Jr.
To mourn her loss are her beloved grandchildren Joshua McKoy (A’Darn); Courtney McKoy, Tyler McKoy, Kendall McKoy, Arnell McKoy; great-grandchildren Ja-Den McKoy; Amonnie McKoy, and Azaria McKoy; extended family members Kaleta Sessoms Lassiter; Junious Sessoms, Raffael Shepard, a godson Allan Ryan, and two goddaughters, Cynthia Watson and Makaila Winfield.
Also to mourn her passing is a host of loving friends, associates and fellow church members. She will be forever missed by all who knew her.
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Elizabeth Buchanan says
December 20, 2020 at 9:27 amMy sincere condolences to the family!!
Norman & Mattie Baynard says
December 20, 2020 at 9:29 amThe Baynard family give their condolences for the loss of your mother.
Christine Taylor says
December 27, 2020 at 9:25 amMY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. I WORKED WITH MRS EVANGELINE AT HOLIDAY HOUSE OF PORTSMOUTH.SHE WAS A REALLY SWEET AND LOVING PERSON. I WILL MISS HER DEARLY.
Linda Mckoy says
December 27, 2020 at 3:45 pmGOD NEEDED ANOTHER ANGEL
LOVE LINDA MCKOY
Aunt Henrietta and family says
December 27, 2020 at 5:20 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with you.
TAWANDA & MAKAILA WINFIELD says
December 28, 2020 at 10:53 amMother Gambrell was my daughter Makaila and I second mom. We learned so much from her and will always keep memories of her in our hearts. We will miss you Ma. Love Tawanda & Makaila
The family will be in our prayers.
Natalie Lundy says
January 2, 2021 at 1:11 pmPrayers and condolences to the Family.
ROBERT BROWN says
March 5, 2021 at 4:49 pmangel from RUGBY STREET long ago.