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Conrad Emil Gregory
Conrad Emil Gregory, beloved son of the late Gertrude Goodwyn Gregory, transitioned to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 9, 2025. Conrad was born the fourth out of seven siblings into a God-loving and God-fearing family on July 9, 1959. He was known for being stoic but would surprise you with his sense of humor. Conrad graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in August of 1976. He continued his…...
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David Eugene Harris
In the early morning hours of January 13, 2025, David Eugene Harris of Franklin, VA, answered the Voice of God to leave his earthly home and enter into eternal rest. David, affectionally known as “DAVE BOY,” was born in Portsmouth, VA, to Delorise Harris on September 23, 1965, at Portsmouth General Hospital. He was raised in the Truxton and Cavalier Manor (Bonney Villa) sections of Portsmouth. As a child, David accepted Our Lord and Savior…...
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Donnie Lyndon Nibblett
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Donnie Lyndon Nibblett, of Portsmouth, Virginia on January 8, 2025, at the age of 64 years. Donnie is survived by spouse Danita L. Nibblett, daughters Donisha Cunningham of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Brittary T. Reid-Thomas of Virginia Beach, Virginia, four grandchildren and brothers Darrell E. Nibblett of San Antonio, Texas, and John W. Nibblett, Jr of Portsmouth, Virginia and his special…...
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William Thomas Gray
William Thomas Gray was born on September 1, 1952, and earned his wings and entered eternal rest on January 13, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert Gray, Sr., and Marjorie Gray, his brothers, Robert Foreman and Albert Gray, Jr., and his sisters, Eloise White, Gloria Griffin, and Annie Nurse. William worked at the Shipyard and Steel Service, retired from the City of Norfolk, and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School.…...
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Carolyn Yvonne Horton
January 12, 2025, heaven sent a love note to Carolyn Yvonne Williams Horton that it was time for her to enter life eternal. Carolyn entered life temporal March 28, 1961, as the eighth-born child of the Rev. James P. Williams, Sr. and Rev. Lillie Earline Olds Williams. A graduate of Oscar Smith High School, she most notably dedicated her vocation to serving kids in the Chesapeake Public School system for years until her health declined. …...
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Macy W. Tubbs
Macy Tubbs was born in Pink Hill, NC on April 29, 1933, to Kitty Ann Graham and Went Williams. Macy attended school in her formative years in North Carolina before moving to California. While working in California, Macy met and married the late AB Tubbs, a Navy Sailor. Military orders led Macy and AB to relocate to Baltimore, Maryland where they would live and grow their young family before making their final relocation to Portsmouth.…...
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Jerome Karl Lassiter
Jerome Karl Lassiter was born on Thursday, March 23, 1972 in Norfolk, Virginia and passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Jerome Lassiter was the son of Bar-bara Ann Lassiter and Dwight Sweatt. He attended Indian River high school and worked as a contractor for a construction company for many years. Throughout his life, he attended Saint Thomas Disciples of Christ in Chesapeake, Virginia. Jerome loved music, sports, debating politics, eating fried…...
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Josephine Vines McFarland
Our dear mother, Josephine Vines McFarland, left her earthly presence on 11 January 2025, surrounded by loving family, at the glorious age of 97, after several years of failing health. Even though she was oftentimes in great pain, and discomfort, she was a trooper, and never, ever complained. Mom arrived easily, and calmly, into the world on 17 December 1927, (the 6th of 14 children), to James and Addie Owens Vines, in Scotland Neck, Halifax…...
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Eugenia U. Onyekwere
Eugenia U. Onyekwere (nee Nnadi) was born on October 21st, 1961, to the family of the Late Pastor Samuel and Victoria Nnadi of Eziobodo Owerri, Nigeria. She was the eldest of her siblings and was lovingly known by her family and friends as Ada. Eugenia was married to Zebulun Onyekwere and blessed with children. She was educated at Eziobodo Primary School and Ohaji High School, obtaining her high school diploma in 1981. She was not ready for…...
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Ramona Coley
Ramona Holloway Coley, 86, entered eternal rest on January 10, 2025, after being blessed with a long and fulfilling life. She was born on September 09, 1938, in North Carolina, to Oliver W., Sr. and Emma Holloway, who eventually moved to Norfolk, Virginia, where she was raised. After attending Booker T. High School, she went on to be employed in customer service as a store clerk and started a family with her then-husband, James Coley. She was…...
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Tiffany Renae Bell
Tiffany Renae Bell, 44, of Portsmouth, VA passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and cherished friends. Born on May 30, 1980, in Portsmouth at the Naval Hospital to Tammy Sawyer (McDaniel) and Michael Brooks, Tiffany was a radiant soul who brought light and joy to everyone she met. She dedicated her life to her craft as a talented and passionate hairdresser, a career she embraced wholeheartedly from her…...
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Mary Adams
Mary Virginia Barrett Adams was born on July 21, 1951. She was the third of six children born to the late Virginia and Howard Barrett, Sr. She gained her wings on January 6, 2025. Mary was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. Mary was well known in Jeffrey Wilson (the dub) and for playing softball. Mary loved spending time with her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, George…...
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Wilton Sylvester Evans
Wilton Sylvester Evans (Butch to the family) was born on December 27, 1942, in Chester, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia). He is the son of James from Dunn, North Carolina, and Lena of Quick of Salem City, North Carolina. Wilton graduated from Chester High School, Chester Pennsylvania, and Cheyene State College in 1962/1964. After graduation from Cheyene State, Wilton taught high school science and biology at Yeadon, Pennsylvania High School. In 1965, Wilton married his high school friend,…...
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David Clinton Jackson, Jr.
David Clinton Jackson Jr. departed his earthly journey on January 6, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1941, to the late David Clinton Jackson, Sr., and Sarah Estelle Jackson in Perquimans, North Carolina. He attended Crestwood Elementary School and Crestwood High School. He met and later married the love of his life, Deborah Elliott, on August 25, 1962. To this union, were born four children, three boys and one girl. David worked for NRHA…...
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Joyce Louise Smith
Joyce Louise Smith was born February 9, 1939, in Norfolk, VA, to the late William & Annie Rogers. She was a native of Norfolk, Virginia. She attended the old St. Joseph’s School and was in constant contact with her classmates. Joyce worked at several Norfolk Public Schools and retired from St. Helena in 1989. Joyce was married to the late Roger W. Smith for 67 years and through that union had six kids. She loved…...
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Pastor Lawrence Audwin Todd, Sr.
Pastor Lawrence Audwin Todd, Sr, of Chesapeake, Virginia was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 7, 1960, to John and Aubrey Lucille Todd, the youngest of four children. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School in Cincinnati, Ohio. After graduating high school in 1979 he joined the United States Navy where he served on The USS Guadalcanal LPH, USS LY Spear, and USS Land & Fleet Training Center in Norfolk, VA. He was an MM Machinist…...
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Otis L. Sumler, Jr.
The Life and Legacy of Otis Linwood Sumler, Jr. Otis Linwood Sumler Jr. began this life on January 22, 1935, in Norfolk, VA. He was the oldest of five children born to the late Blanche and Otis Sumler, Sr. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School System. Otis was dedicated to his work at the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority and retired after many years of service. In his early years, Otis was a…...
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Marc Antonio Elliott
On January 5, 2025, Marc Antonio Elliott received his wings. He was a son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Marc is now with his Heavenly Father. Marc A. Elliott was born on January 29, 1970, in Newport, Rhode Island to Christine Elliott. He attended Churchland Academy, Jr. High, and Churchland High School. He was employed with the US Army, Hardee’s, Jiffy Lube, and Tread Quarters; where he was an alignment specialist, Security Guard…...
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Gloria Davis Bullock
In the early morning of Monday, December 30, 2024, our dearly beloved mother, sister, and aunt, Gloria Davis Bullock, answered the Voice Of God that called her from her earthly home. Gloria graduated from Booker T. Washington in 1958 and studied accounting at Norfolk State University for two years. She then worked for 29 years at The Norfolk Teachers Association Federal Credit Union as a Bank Manager before retiring. Gloria’s extracurricular activities consisted of participating…...
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Roland McDaniel, Sr.
Roland McDaniel, Sr., 88, of Chesapeake, Virginia, peacefully passed from this life into eternal rest in Heaven on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. His peaceful passing marked the end of a life well-lived, one filled with hard work, devotion to his family, and a lasting impact on his community. Born on February 18, 1936, in Scotland Neck, North Carolina, to Vernon McDaniel and Beatrice Lowe McDaniel, Roland was an only child.…...
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Alonzo Bailey
Alonzo Bailey, 61, of Norfolk, VA, passed away on January 4, 2025. Alonzo was born and raised in Virginia and was an absolute beacon of love, knowledge, and humor. Those closest to him can also attest that he was a bit of a rebel and took great pride in doing things his way and on his time. He will be incredibly missed by his family and friends. Alonzo was predeceased by his mother, Gene Bailey;…...
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Evelyn L. Williams
Our mother, Evelyn L. Williams, was called home to glory, she was 92 years young. She was preceded by her late husband, Charles (Sea Turtle) Williams, and children, Gerline Joseph, Vivian Williams, and Larry Duke Williams. Mom leaves to mourn five sons Richard Williams (Sharon), VA, Charles Williams, VA, Robert Williams (Diane), NC, Gregory Williams (Beverly), MD and James Williams (Mary), VA, three daughters, DeeAnn Williams-Smith, Brenda Williams, and Donna DeBerry of Virginia Beach, VA,…...
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DaShawn Lavonta White
DaShawn Lavonta White (“Pedro”), 30, of South Boston, Virginia was called home on December 24, 2024. He was born in Chesapeake, Virginia on December 3, 1994. DaShawn was the son of Diane White of Chesapeake, Virginia, and Eddie Gonzales of Oklahoma. DaShawn received his formal education at Indian River High School. He was baptized at Unity Lutheran Church in Norfolk, Virginia at an early age. DaShawn “Pedro” was a very outspoken and loving person. In the past few years,…...
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