Henry Mills Southall, Jr. of Chesapeake, Virginia entered into eternal rest on December 23, 2018 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He was born to the loving union of the late Henry Mills Southall, Sr. and Helen Watts Southall on December 22, 1927.
Henry Southall received his early education at I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, Virginia. As he furthered his education, he received his Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies from Virginia Union University and Master of Arts in Guidance from Virginia State University.
Henry served in the United States Army during the Korean War, 82 Airborne Division, in Fort Bragg, NC. Henry retired from the Portsmouth City School System as a Visiting Teacher (now called, School Social Worker) and school bus driver.
Henry was a devoted life long member of Third Baptist Church, Portsmouth. It was there where he served as vice chairman of the Trustee board, treasurer, male usher, and church bus driver. He recently was bestowed the honor of being Trustee Emeritus. Not only was Henry active in church, he was active in his community. He pledged Zeta Chapter at Virginia Union, and later became a member of the Zeta Iota Alumni Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He also served on the Portsmouth YMCA and Chesapeake Juvenile Detention Boards.
Many people will fondly remember him for his passion of both encouraging students to remain in school and pursue higher education. He loved raising and selling fruits and vegetables on the weekends and during the holiday season. Henry was known to all that loved him as the “Market Man.”
Henry was preceded in his heavenly voyage: by his loving wife, Mildred Brinkley Southall; his sisters, Betty Southall Davis and Gertrude Young; his brother, Harry Southall; cousins, Allen A. and Mildred Creekmur, and Winfield Creekmur. He is survived by his faithful, loving daughters, Pamela L. Southall, Chesapeake, Virginia and Patricia A. Smith (Emmitt, III), Dallas, Texas; devoted son, Darryl Jarvis, Los Angeles, California; five grandchildren, Jasmin, Rheagen, Emmitt, IV “E.J.”, Skylar, and Elijah; his loving companion of 25 years, Irma Anderson (her sons, Michael Anderson and Mark Gibbons); nieces and nephews, Angela L. Daniels, Bernita Kaye Hayes, Cory Ray Daniels, Michael Davis, Wendell Joyner, Brianna Mitchell, Jamie Brinkley, Lita Samrai, Lisa Robinson, Jacquelyn Brinkley Lombard, Romesa Brooks, Christina Rawlings, Bertell Brinkley, Renee Brinkley Scott, David Hardy, Jr., Amanda Hayes, Maiya Hayes, Desiree Pearson, Jaida Brinkley, Phillip Mitchell, Matthew Mitchell, Durothy Locust, Kenneth C. Alexander, Lawrence Player, and Denise West; surviving first cousins, Olivia Creekmur and Viola Madison; three sisters-in-law, Cherron Mitchell (Malcom), Portsmouth, Virginia, Ora Brinkley, Boynton Beach, Florida, and Eula Brinkley, Thibodaux, Louisana; two brothers-in-law, Larry Brinkley, Newport News, Virginia and David Hardy, Sr.; goddaughters, Donna B. Alexander (Kenneth), Dr. Cathy Moffitt, and April Russell; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.
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Lamont Simmons says
December 27, 2018 at 1:59 pm“My deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends, colleagues and neighbors on the passing of the beloved Henry, He is sorely missed.”
Michelle (Smith) Sutton says
December 27, 2018 at 3:24 pmDear Southall Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. I’ll never forget your father’s graciousness. With sincere condolences…
Carolyn Hurdle Cannon says
December 27, 2018 at 8:50 pmDear Pam and Pat,
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Your dad has truly entered heaven’s gate and welcomed by your mom and Shirley. Mildred has wrapped her loving arms around him and Shirley is filling him in on all the details. Moreover, he is in the presence of our Father. What a great reward? Praising God for His mercy and lovingkindness toward him.
Herman Weaver says
December 28, 2018 at 1:29 pmPam & Pat, may GOD be with you both. My Brother Henry has been a part of my family before I was born. He has been an Outstanding Fraternity Brother and mentor. I remember going out to the farm where he grew his veggies. I even collected some with Otis Watts back in the 50s. I will miss Henry. I will see you when I join Omega Chapter my brother. Love & Peace to the family
Herman & Pat Weaver
Brenda McDougle & Family says
December 28, 2018 at 4:52 pmOur condolences to the Southall family. We have known Mr. Southall for many years. We initial met him through the Portsmouth Public School System. He was always kind and gentle. We will miss him. Brenda McDougle & Family
Laura Keesey says
December 28, 2018 at 7:07 pmMr. Southall was a true gentleman, who always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile in his heart. He was always kind and will be greatly missed.
Blessings of peace to his family and friends.
Walter Anthony says
December 28, 2018 at 7:55 pmThere are very few people in life that make a positive impact on your life. However when I think of Trustee Southall he is counted among that select few. My parents knew him long before I was even born. I always admired the way he carried him self, with such humbleness. I was blessed to be in his company in church and social settings. My prayers go out to Pam, Pat, and the family extended. For we do know that ” To Be Absent In The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord”
Janice Pierce says
December 28, 2018 at 9:45 pmMy thoughts and prayers are with the Southall family at this time. Mr. Southall was loved by many and leaves behind many memories for years to come. Stay encouraged.
Paula Harmon Boone says
December 28, 2018 at 11:11 pmMy deepest sympathy to the Southall family. To Pam and Pat, know that you are blessed and will be comforted. Your father was a mentor to many and a gentleman to all. He was also an ardent supporter of Virginia Union University. On March 21, 1960, He and other VUU graduates and former students established the Portsmouth, C.L.K Bailey-O.C. Jones Alumni Chapter.
Mr. Henry Southall served as the first treasurer. His faithful and competent tenure in that position spanned over 25 years with the chapter sending annual VUU Founder’s Day donations. He will be remembered for his time, talent, and treasure to the community and to the university.
Dr. Paula Harmon Boone
Past President, C.L.K. Bailey-O.C. Jones Alumni Chapter
Virginia Union University
Angelia M Bremby-Cooper says
December 29, 2018 at 12:28 amPat and Pam my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. May the love and great memories you have of your father be with you and remembering all the GOOD times and be thankful for all the BLESSED years you’ll had to share.
Be Blessed
Angelia Bremby-Cooper
Charles Reid, Jr. - Killeen, TX says
January 2, 2019 at 8:44 pmOur condolences to you in the loss of your father! Our prayers are with you during this time. We remember him from visiting the home of our cousins on Landstown Road in Virginia Beach – The Brinkley’s. Praying that you receive the comfort of the Lord during this time.
Janet Eldridge says
January 3, 2019 at 11:02 pmJanet Eldridge–Hanover MD says
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you in the loss of your family. Mr. Southall was our Sunday school bus driver at Third Baptist church.
Many years ago.He was always so humble and smiling. He would wait patiently for us to board the church bus. A Truly Man Of God.