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Randolph B. Lomax, Sr.


Sunrise: March 10, 1948

Sunset: January 23, 2025

Mr. Randolph B. Lomax, 76, of Hampton, VA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in the comfort of cherished memories and love from his family.

Born on March 10, 1948, in Norfolk, VA, Randolph was the cherished son of the late Ethel Wilson and the late Randolph Lee Lomax. He was also lovingly raised by the late Bubba and Mable Wilson, who, though not his parents, played a profound role in his upbringing and greatly influenced his life.

After graduating from Booker T. Washington High School in 1966, Randolph proudly joined the United States Air Force. His final duty assignment brought him to Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VA, where he built lasting memories and friendships. Randolph served for 20 years as a medic in the Air Force, dedicating his life to helping others. After retiring from the Air Force, he continued his career as a medical technician at Peninsula Psychiatric Hospital and later as a security guard at NASA, retiring from both roles with distinction.

Randolph’s life was defined by his unwavering love and devotion to his family. He shared 55 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Linda Lomax. As a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Randolph’s wisdom, compassion, and strength were the foundation of his family. His example inspired his sons to follow in his footsteps by joining the Air Force, carrying forward his legacy of honor and service.

A vibrant soul with a love for music and dancing, Randolph brought joy and laughter wherever he went. He will always be remembered for his integrity, perseverance, and the boundless love he shared with those around him.

Randolph is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Lomax, of Hampton, VA; his two sons, Randolph B. Lomax, Jr., and Robert B. Lomax; five treasured grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his brother, Elmer Stewart; and his sister, Jeraldene Harris. He was preceded in death by his sister, Belver Perry. A host of adoring nieces, nephews, other relatives, and countless friends also mourn his loss.

Viewing: Thursday, January 30, 2025 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, Virginia Graveside Service: Friday, January 31, 2025 12 Noon Hampton Memorial Gardens 155 Butler Farm Road Hampton, Virginia

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    Renee West says

    LOMAX!! my friend, always roaming the halls of Langley Air Force Base Hospital. Every time I saw him I would say Lomax!! I will miss his wonderful, bubbly personality, and he would say to me “Come here come here, I got something to tell you! I will miss him.

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    Jeraldene Lomax Harris says

    Dear Randolph I will miss you. I will miss our talks on the phone. You will always be my older brother and you will always be in my thoughts. You belong to heaven now “Milkman” Rest in peace.

    Love Jeraldene

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    Brenda Russell and family says

    Mrs Linda Lomax and the Lomax family. We pray that the “Prince of Peace” provides you comfort, peace and love as you mourn and remember your loved one. May Randolph rest in peace. The Hampton Russell family

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    Darrell & Faye Sims says

    Wow Randy, I know this isn’t easy. My condolences.to your family. Sending prayers to all.

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    Marie and Brian Bridgeforth says

    I will think of Uncle Randolph always, but especially on New Years Eve. His tradition was to call at the stroke of midnight. If I answered the phone instead of Brian, he would tell me that was bad luck, that the man of the house had to be the one to answer. There will never be a New Years Eve to go by that I won’t think of your phone calls. Thanks for being like a dad to Brian. We will always cherish your love and friendship, ‘Uncle Willie’. We love you always.

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    RICKY TYRONE BUTLER says

    I grew up with Randolph in a black neighborhood in Norfolk called Titustown. His nickname was {Milkman}. Randolph was a respectable and decent young man in our community. I send condolences to his family and his sister Jeraldene that i grew up with. Rest in peace {Milkman}.

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    iDA BEVERLY says

    The BTW class of 1966 send its condolences to the family. Lomax always attended our reunions and was the first one to show up for each night. He could not make our last reunion and was truly missed and asked about. He will continue to be missed.

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    Brenda S Whitten & Ronald says

    To Linda and the family of Randolph, you have our deepest sympathy. We were saddened to hear of his death and we will miss him, especially when the BTW Class of 1967 get together again. Even though he was in the Class of 1966, we adopted him as our own. He was always one of the first to send in his payment for our reunions. He was one of my favorite dance partners and I’ll miss him.
    My condolences to you and your family.

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    Hilda Revells & Family says

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lomax family during this difficult time. Randolph was always eager to support the local Kappa chapter events. He will be missed by the crew out at Langley AFB.
    Take care family.

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    Deborah Taylor Mapp says

    To Randolph’s Family: May od comfort each of you as only He can. I knew hm from Madison Jr. High and Booker T. Washington High School. He was always pleasant to be around. May he rest with Jesus.

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    Vanessa Edwards (Head Family) Titustown says

    Condolences to the Family.

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