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Darryl Lorenzo Burrus
Darryl Lorenzo Burrus was the only child of Marion Burrus and Willie Burrus of Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on February 4, 1976, and unexpectedly went home to be with the LORD on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Darryl was a native of Norfolk; however, he moved to High Point, North Carolina several years ago. He graduated from Maury High School in Norfolk, Virginia. His accomplishments include studying Counseling Psychology at Old Dominion University; studying Master…...
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Juanita Anderson
Juanita Anderson, or as everyone called her grandma, was an amazing spirit. She loved many things in life; her family, crafts, and Lays potato chips. Juanita was a devout Jehovah’s Witness always willing to help anyone in a time of need. Often described as caring, compassionate, creative, outspoken, and loving, she was always willing to give advice even on her worst days. With a unique style, she bravely fought cancer, kidney failure, and other things…...
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Oscar Jefferson, Jr.
Oscar Jefferson, Jr. passed away peacefully at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA, on January 17, 2025, after battling cancer. Born on August 26, 1937, he was the son of the late Oscar and Viola Jefferson and the youngest of fifteen children. Oscar proudly dedicated 20 years of his life serving his country in the United States Navy. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as a Boiler Technician for 21 years at Little Creek…...
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Regina L. Henderson
Regina L. “Jeanie” Henderson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her church community, peacefully passed away on January 18, 2025, at 80. She was born on May 21, 1944, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Sadie L. Barnes and was raised by her mother alongside her grandmother, Olla B. Barnes, both of whom predeceased her. Regina’s strong foundation of love, faith, and family was shaped by the influence of her mother and grandmother, who instilled…...
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Maureen Patricia Haskins
On Thursday, January 16th, our beloved sister, mother, aunt, friend, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mrs. Maureen Patricia West Haskins was called by God to come home and be with him to have an eternal place to undergo joy, peace, and rest. Maureen Patricia West Haskins was a native of Berkley in Norfolk Virginia, she attended Norfolk Public School System. She started college late in life and graduated from Norfolk State University with a master’s degree in…...
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Lynn Jerry Abrams, Jr.
Lynn, Jr. was born on September 20, 1978, in Mass General Hospital, in Boston, MA to Lynn Abrams, Sr. (Father) and Geraldine (Geri) Abrams (Mother). He travels with his family throughout the US and Europe, finally ending in Chesapeake, VA when his father retired. He departed this earthly life on January 14, 2025. He attended Kempsville High School, Virginia Beach, VA, graduating in 1995. As a result of his strong faith and belief in God,…...
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Olynthia Smith
Olynthia A. Smith, affectionately known as “Poochie,” was born on October 31, 1952, to the late Lorraine and Aubrey D. Smith in Norfolk, VA, where she was lovingly raised in the community of Titustown. On the evening of January 15, 2025, at 6:20 P.M., God dispatched His angels to call Poochie home, surrounded by her loved ones and friends. Poochie began her walk with God at an early age at The Garden of Prayer C.O.G.I.C.,…...
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Robert Lee Thompson
On Thursday, January 16, 2025, our beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle took his final rest. He was born to Annie Thompson (Mack) on July 19, 1928. He had 1 sister, Quista Dawn Mack Mitchell (Alton). Robert received elementary education through the 6th grade in Wilson, North Carolina. Robert worked at Norfolk Southern Railroad and International Longshoremen Association (ILA). He retired from ILA in 1993. Robert was a member of First Baptist Logan Park for…...
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Gloria Diane Key Simmons
Gloria K. Simmons, a beloved member of the Norfolk, Virginiacommunity, passed away on January 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 70 years old. A devoted child of God, Gloria is remembered for her selflessness, resilience, and brilliance. She lived a life dedicated to serving others, consistently placing the needs of those around her above her own. Born as the cherished daughter of Alberta H. Key and pre-deceased father, John H.…...
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Miriam Demelza Hill
Miriam Demelza Hill, 68, affectionately known as “Kim” was called to her heavenly home on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was a native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and was the daughter of the late William Hill and Rose Flemings. Miriam was a graduate of the I.C. Norcom High School class of 1973. The graduating class is known as “The Class That Never Was—Is.” She received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from Virginia State University…...
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Earl Boney, lll
With hearts filled with love and a steadfast belief in God’s purpose, we gather to honor the life of Earl Boney III, who was called to his eternal home on January 14, 2025, at the age of 73. Earl’s life was characterized by faith, love, and a commitment to service, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of kindness and dedication that will be treasured forever. Earl was born to Earl Boney, Jr. and Mamie Boney in…...
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Timothy C. Wilson
Timothy Cornelius Wilson, Sr., 68 of Norfolk, VA, passed away on January 14, 2025, at ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton, NC. He was born on November 16, 1956, to the parents of the late James N. Wilson and Mary P. Wilson in Norfolk, VA. After attending Granby High School in 1972, Timothy worked hard in the vault manufacturing industry. Timothy leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Cynthia Wilson, two daughters, Lisa W. Tillman…...
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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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Beverly A. Alston
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beverly Ann Alston, a beautiful and sweet soul who left this world on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, with a radiant spirit and a boundless love for those around her. Born to Charles and Annie Wilkins on January 7, 1946, Beverly professed hope in Christ at an early age as a member…...
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Michael Cansler
Michael Cansler, affectionately known as “Mike C-Low” to those who knew and loved him, was a beacon of strength and joy in the lives of many. Born on August 31, 1963, in Portsmouth, Va. to the late Jerry William Cansler, Sr. and Jeanette Cansler. Michael’s journey through life was one marked by achievement, service, and the love of family and friends. His departure on January 1, 2025, in Augusta, Ga., leaves a legacy of love,…...
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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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Bruce G. Bremby
Bruce Glent Bremby, of Portsmouth, Virginia passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Maryview Medical Center. Born on July 26, 1953, to the late Bruce Bremby and Nancy Marie Jarrett, Bruce lived a life full of passion, humor, and dedication. Bruce attended public schools in Portsmouth and, at an early age, furthered his education by joining the Job Corps in West Virginia, where he perfected his trade as a welder. Bruce’s exceptional skills…...
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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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Norman Lee Brodnax
Norman Lee Brodnax, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2025. Never to be away from her husband for too long, beloved wife Barbara Ann followed him home on January 10, 2025. Norman and Barbara were the loving parents of sons Norman Jr., forever known as “Poochie”, Ty, affectionately referred to as “Roni”, Jeffery, and predeceased cherished son and daughter, Christopher, and Anita. The Dynamic Duo of Norman and Barbara…...
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Barbara Ann Brodnax
Norman Lee Brodnax, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2025. Never to be away from her husband for too long, beloved wife Barbara Ann followed him home on January 10, 2025. Norman and Barbara were the loving parents of sons Norman Jr., forever known as “Poochie”, Ty, affectionately referred to as “Roni”, Jeffery, and predeceased cherished son and daughter, Christopher, and Anita. The Dynamic Duo of Norman and Barbara…...
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Pastor David Johnson, Sr.
On Saturday, January 11, 2025, Pastor David Johnson, Sr. made his triumphant transition to Heaven. Assuredly, the angels rejoiced at his arrival. Pastor Johnson was born to the late Sophronia and Charlie Johnson, Sr., in Norfolk County, VA, on January 25, 1933. He attended Cornland School in Norfolk County in 1939. He met the love of his life, Julia Ann Bryant, in 1951, and they married on February 27, 1954. He remained married to her…...
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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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Ruth Virginia Williams
Ruth Virginia Williams was born in Norfolk, Virginia, to Anzie Reid and Christopher Columbus Jones. Ruth attended Norfolk Public Schools and earned a certificate as a nursing aide. She worked as a companion, housekeeper, nanny, personal, and nursing aide until retirement. Ruth was always eager and willing to give her time in her church; from C.H. Mason Memorial to Refuge, from singing in the choir, to cooking in the kitchen. Ma Ruth’s passion was cooking,…...
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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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Andrea Denise Pinkney
Andrea Pinkney was born on September 14, 1981, in Portsmouth, VA, to Cheryl A. Sutton and the late Joseph Sutton, Jr. She attended Norview High School, graduating with honors, and continued her education at Tidewater Community College, pursuing a degree in Business Administration. Andrea worked with Portfolio Recovery Associates for over five years and later transitioned her career to Geico, Inc. Andrea departed this life on Monday, December 23, 2024. She was preceded in death…...
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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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Isaiah Tyrell Dukes
Isiah Tyrell Dukes, a beacon of light was born on February 5, 2004, in Rochester, NY. He left a significant mark on everyone fortunate enough to share his world before passing away far too soon on January 5, 2025, in Norfolk, VA, at the tender age of 20. Isaiah was a spirited soul who cherished family above all else. He found immense joy in becoming an uncle and was wholeheartedly devoted to his siblings, affording…...
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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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