Wilbur Giles made his final journey on Saturday, March 16, 2019, from his earthly home to his heavenly home. He was a resident of Portsmouth, VA, and was born in Portsmouth, on February 5, 1953. He graduated from Churchland High School in Portsmouth, Va. After high school, Wilbur joined the United States Marine Corp and he remained in the service for 4 years. He then began working for Norfolk Naval Shipyard where he worked for over 40 years and later retired in 2016. Wilbur also worked numerous part time jobs which included the Scott Center , the Tower Bingo Hall, Ntelos Pavilion and Old Dominion University event staffing, where he was employed for over 15 years. Wilbur greatest joy other than his family, were his grandsons, Christopher and Cameron. He enjoyed his day to day interaction with his two grandsons, whom he adored. He not only enjoyed interacting with his grandsons, he also enjoyed interacting with his nieces, nephews and children in the community.
Wilbur was preceded in death by his wife Eveleen Giles, step son, Leon Porter, daughter, Chiquita Giles; and one brother Ronnie Giles. Left to cherish his memories are his mother, Dorothy Mills, stepsons, Lamar Porter, and Shelton Porter; three grandchildren; Christopher, Cameron, and Serabian(“Lucy”), two sisters, Brennell Toots Baker (Ronnie), Darlene Redditt (Daryle), and brothers, Bernard Giles, Brendell Mills (TerriAnn) ,Samuel
Mills, Lamont Mills and a host of relatives and friends.
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Yolanda Raimer says
March 25, 2019 at 7:57 pmGOD’s blessings of peace and tranquility to the family. Rest In Peace Wilbur and Chiquita.
Beverly Bennett says
March 25, 2019 at 8:18 pmThose we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day….. unseen, unheard, but always near still loved, still missed and very dear. To the family may God’s blessings and tranquility be with you all. Rest In Peace Wilbur and Chiquita. You will be missed.
MISSY. REGINA FAITH WILLIAMS. says
March 25, 2019 at 11:42 pmSORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED. HE WAS A GREAT MAN. WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL. MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMFORT AND PEACE. WE LOVE YOU ALL .WE ARE HERE FOR YOU. GOD BLESS.
Miciah Foreman says
March 26, 2019 at 6:56 amVery sorry for your loss. When you get a chance, read Revelation 21:3,4. The Bible tells us that soon we won’t have to deal with death anymore.
Jamale stanley says
March 26, 2019 at 10:31 amTo the family we will keep you in our harts and prayers always. The Stanley’s
Tuesday Randolph says
March 26, 2019 at 11:19 amWishing this was not true .. God called home his angels and left a pain in our hearts. May this tragic event bring love and support to the family that is so overwhelming .. it helps all get through this a little bit easier. Rest in Peace Wilbur. I will miss your wonderful smile and friendly personality.
david shriver says
March 26, 2019 at 1:53 pmi worked with Wilbur ESI…he was a nice man…always had a smile and would always laugh at my dumb jokes and sarcastic commentary. he also put up with my shenanigans at ntelos. i didn’t know her as well. but they were good people who will be missed. RIP
Leah Thomas says
March 26, 2019 at 2:18 pmPraying for the family. May God bless you all with peace and comfort, and guidance throughout your grieving process..
Tanya C. Tyler says
March 27, 2019 at 9:52 amRIP….Praying for the family, May God keep you in his “Everlasting Fold”
P.R. Bell says
March 27, 2019 at 10:36 amRIP Bro Wilbur, God has his hands on your family. You are truly missed.
Valerie Williams says
March 27, 2019 at 11:16 amContinuously praying for the family. Rest in Heaven old friend.
Dab says
March 28, 2019 at 11:16 amI’m so sorry for your loss. This deep emotional pain takes time to heal. Know that God heals the broken-hearted and binds wounds, Psalm 147:3. May Christ promise extended to our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death comfort you, John 5:28,29