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Lester Vann Toliver


Sunrise: November 13, 1960

Sunset: April 5, 2020

Lester Van Toliver affectionately known as “Duck” departed this life on Sunday, April 5, 2020. He was the son of the late Richard and Helen Toliver. Lester was raised in Chesapeake in the Crestwood Manor Community and later in the Georgetown Community. He attended Indian River High School and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Tabernacle of Miracles Ministries.

Lester was known for his vibrant personality. He socially enjoyed partying and dancing. His dancing style was greatly admired as he didn’t mind getting on the floor to preform to his nickname of “Shuckie Duckie.” He had a great love for family and kids. He won the affection of most of the kids in the family and everyone knew that their kids could be entrusted in his care for love and protection.

Lester was everyone’s handyman who could get the job done. He knew his way around the house from the kitchen to the laundry room and ironing board. He could iron clothes to look as though they were professionally done.

Lester is predeceased by sisters: Joyce Wilson, Helen Creecy, and brother: Orrick Toliver. He is survived by his wife, Marsha Dudley; daughters: Shemika Halsey, Tamara Broadnax, Tajia Dudley, Shanyia Dudley; sisters: Carol Lynch and Vickie Thomas and brothers: Rev. Michael Toliver (Bennette), Anthony Toliver, Jimmy Toliver (Debra), Apostle Richard,
Jr. (Darlene), Steven Toliver, Gary Toliver, and Corey Toliver. Along with a host of Aunts, Uncle, nieces and nephews.

Viewing Monday, April 13, 2020 3:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service Tuesday, April 14, 2020 11:00am First Baptist Church South Hill 3633 Galberry Road Chesapeake, VA 23323 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Loretta Barnard says

    My condolences to the family, friends, and love ones. May God continuously bless and comfort you all during this time.

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    Lezeria " Bunny " Liverpool Marsh says

    Condolences to family and friends on the loss of your loved one during this most difficult time. Keeping all uplifted in my thoughts and prayers. An Angel has earned his wings and now with Our Father.

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    Melanie Littlejohn-Lee says

    “Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal” my condolences to my family .Duck will be missed by all…we all can’t be together in person but know that I am there spiritually…

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    Vernell Gray says

    To The Toliver Family
    You have our deepest sympathy. Remember weeping May endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning Psalms 30.5
    Sisters Esther & Vernell (Walmart)
    2020

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    Tracey Ferebee says

    My condolence to the family and loved ones in this sorrowful time may God continue to bless you in such times as this

    Sincere regards
    Tracey Ferebee

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