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Willie Mae Pope
Willie Mae Pope, 75, of Portsmouth, VA, passed peacefully May 24, 2019 in the comfort of her daughter’s home. She was born in Murfreesboro, NC to the late Wiley and Victoria B. Pope. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving daughter, Demetrice (Dee) Wright, son-in-law Celester Wright, two grandchildren Celester (CJ) Wright, Jr., and Christopher Wright, a host of other relatives and friends....
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Johnnie Lee Baum, Sr.
Johnnie Lee Baum, Sr. was born December 29, 1942 at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA to the late Charlie and Virginia Harrell. He entered eternal rest on May 23, 2019. After a short stay with his family in Ahoskie, NC, they relocated back to Norfolk, VA where he attended Booker T. Washington High School. Johnnie started his career at Gills Coffee and finished at Cargill, Inc as a Grain Elevator Operator. He enjoyed fishing,…...
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Jay-Don Samuel Lee Davis
On Sunday, May 19, 2019 an Angel was sent to bring our beloved “Thee Don” our Son, Brother, Grandson, Cousin and Friend to eternal rest. Jay-Don Samuel Lee Davis affectionately called “Thee Don” was born on September 26, 2005 to Latonya Davis and Emanuel Jackson in Norfolk, Virginia. Jay-Don is predeceased by his great grandmother, Alice Davis; other family members, Cornelius Davis, Alice Mapp, Mary Goings, Alvin Winston and his lovely aunt he loved dearly,…...
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Stephen Andrew Smith, Jr.
Stephen Andrew Smith, Jr., affectionately known as “Drew” was born on September 20, 1992, in Norfolk, Virginia to parents Stephen Smith Sr., of Columbus Ohio and Wanda Smith of Norfolk Virginia. Andrew was called home on May 21, 2019. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Estalene Smith of Columbus Ohio and; maternal grandfather James DeLoatch, Jr. of Norfolk, Virginia. Stephen graduated from Great Bridge High School in June of 2010. Soon after…...
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Anesha K. McLean
On Saturday, May 18, 2019 the Lord decided to gather one of his most precious gems. Anesha Kianna Mclean. Anesha “Nesha”, a resident of Norfolk, Virginia was born to Rosa Mclean and Darrel Leonard on March 13, 1990. She was the oldest of three children. Anesha received her early education in the Norfolk Public School System. Like many of us, she had dreams. Anesha completed her GED and wanted to fulfill her dream of becoming…...
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Thomas James Walker, Jr.
Thomas James Walker, Jr., 82, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away on May 21, 2019 after a long battle with kidney disease. He was born in Brunswick County, Virginia to the late Thomas Walker, Sr. and Annie Mae Handy Walker on June 11, 1936. He graduated from James Solomon Russell High School, and attended St. Paul’s College in Lawrenceville, Virginia to study brickmasonry. He married Shelvy (Smith) Walker , and from this 35 year union, two…...
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Dennis Archer Mabry
Mr. Dennis A. Mabry, 95, passed away at his residence in Norfolk, VA on May 22, 2019 He was born on July 8, 1923 in Norfolk, VA to the late Walter Mabry, Sr. and Irene Smith he is also predeceased by two sisters Norma and Charlotte; three brothers Bernard, James and Walter, Jr. Dennis retired 29years of service from the City of Norfolk as Superintendent of the Waste Management Department. Dennis was a Lifelong Member…...
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John H. Wright, Jr.
John Henry Wright, Jr. was born August 10, 1937 in Portsmouth, Virginia. He peacefully entered eternal rest at his home on Sunday evening, May 19, 2019. John worked for several years as a maintenance employee at the Brighton Cemetery, and later at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth. In his pastime he had a passion for detailing cars . He was also a Redskins fan. John was preceded in death by his father and mother,…...
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Tracy Elizabeth Wells
Tracy Elizabeth Wells, 51, of Norfolk, Virginia gained her wings on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 11:41 AM. Tracy was born April 26, 1968 to Albert Davis in the late Mary Wilson. Tracy received her education from Norfolk Public Schools and she graduated from Norview High School. Tracy was employed at Kindred Health and Rehab where she received joy in caring for others. Tracy was feisty and out-spoken but she had a heart of pure…...
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Dorothy C. Copeland
On the evening of Saturday, May 18, 2019, Dorothy C. Copeland was called home to rest in the arms of the Lord. Dorothy was born on February 15, 1941 to Roy and Viola Cobb. She graduated from Crestwood High School in 1959. She furthered her education by getting a degree in Business in 1961. She worked as a paralegal for 15 years, and later became a joint business owner of Copeland Trucking Company from 1977…...
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Wellington Dean Bond, Jr.
Wellington D. Bond, Jr. was born December 18, 1951 in Gary Indiana to Wellington Bond, Sr. and Lohamo Knox. He grew up in Flint, Michigan and graduated from Central High School. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1973, serving in the Vietnam War. He served his country honorably for 16 years. He later continued his service as a Civil Servant 16 years. He later continued his service as a Civil Servant until his retirement in…...
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Levell Wilson
Levell Wilson wasborn January 29, 1958 in Portsmouth, Virginia to Catherine and Jewel Wilson. He attended Harry S. Hunt High School and I.C. Norcom High School. He later joined the U.S. Navy and received an honorable discharge. He held positions at Maryview Hospital, Gwaltney Company, a driver for Louise Lucas, as well as Safeway Cabs, and for a limousine company. He is preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Wilson and sister Sandra Thorne. He…...
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Tavon L. Pauley
Tavon Lemar Pauley, the son of Troy Levern Pauley and Cheryl Lewis Pauley was born October 7, 1987 in East Orange, New Jersey. He entered into eternal rest on May 5, 2019. Von as he was called was a statuesque young man who was very sensitive and caring and always stood out in a crowd. He attended school systems of East Orange, N.J. and Brooklyn, N.Y., all of his teachers loved him. He had a…...
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Etta Inez Hatcher
Etta Inez Hatcher, age 46, passed away peacefully surrounded by love ones on Sunday, May 19, 2019, at Maryview Hospital. She was born December 6, 1972, in Cape May Courthouse, New Jersey at Burdett Hospital, to Benjamin (Brownie) & Ruth Ann (Puddin) Mitchell (Deceased). Etta was a graduate of Middle Township High School and ECPI where she earned her Associates of Science Degree in Accounting. Etta then married Navy Sailor Albert (Poochie) W. Hatcher Jr.…...
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Felicia Ann Miller
Felicia Ann Miller, devoted wife and beloved mother was a native of Portsmouth, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Willie J. and Pleasant V. Mitchell. Felicia, affectionately known by her family members and friends as “Lisa” transitioned to her eternal rest with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Lisa worked as a supervisor at Virga’s Pizza, located in the City of Portsmouth until their closing, then she became…...
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Catherine D. Moore
On Friday evening, May 17, 2019, Catherine “Cat” Moore, born to the late John and Sally Dillard earned her Eternal wings, and took her flight to her Eternal home. Born September 26, 1925 in Southampton County, Virginia. Catherine was a lifelong resident of Norfolk, Virginia. Besides her parents, “Cat” was preceded in death by her husband James Moore and her son Johnny Moore; her brothers Stanley, Roosevelt, Oladon, and Thomas Dillard; her sister Margaret Brown…...
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Teresa Elizabeth McCord
Teresa was born in New Bern, NC on October 14, 1964 and was preceded in death by Lewis Cogdell, father, and Eva May Cogdell , mother, and brother Billy Cogdell. Tee was a graduate of New Bern High, and earned a Masters of Science in Computer Science graduating Cum Laude in 2006 . She retired from the United States Navy in 2001. Tee is survived by her 3 sons, Kadeem McCord, Malcolm McCord(Amanda), and Cydel…...
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Doris Y. Searcy
Doris Y. Searcy, 77, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019. She was born to the late Ralph Searcy Sr. and Christine Gray Searcy on March 10, 1942. Doris graduated from Tidewater Community College. She was an active member in her community and had a career as a real estate broker for Omi Realty of Virginia. Despite her hectic schedule, family and friends were Doris’s passion and delight. She and her…...
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Kelly Roy Graddy
Kelly Roy Graddy, 86, born on November 24, 1932, peacefully passed away on the morning of May 13, 2019 at Hampton Veterans Medical Center Hospital. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:6-7. A native of “Little” Washington, North Carolina, he was the son of late Samuel Graddy Sr and Charlotte White Graddy. He was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Willie “Ossie”…...
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Donna Verniece Barrow
Mrs. Donna Verniece Yates Barrow, age 59, went to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, May 16, 2019. She was the oldest child born to Mrs. Kay Jean Jones Mack and Frederick Lee Yates Sr. on August 22, 1959 in Portsmouth, Va. On November 5, 1979, she was joined in marriage to Aubrey Barrow and to this union four children were born; Timothy (Predeceased), Angel, Kenneth, and Aubrey. Also, she reared Aaron Creekmore. Mrs. Donna Verniece Yates…...
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Ella Mae Williams
On May 15, 2019, God granted our mother grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend Ella Mae Williams her eternal rest. Ella was born September 9, 1946 in Princess Anne County to the late Lucille Williams and Rufus Thorpe, Sr. Ella began her career in hospitality in March 1962. She was promoted to executive housekeepers in 2005. Ella took great pride in her work. Anyone who ever met Ella would tell you she was a fashionista…...
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Mary Denise Cross
On Tuesday , May 14, 2019, God called one of his beautiful angels home. Mary Denise Cross was born January 1, 1967 to the late Robert M. Anderson, Sr. and Mary Anderson. As a young girl , Mary attended Portsmouth Public Schools and went on to graduate from Tidewater Community College with an Associate degree in Finance. She was employed with Norfolk Naval Shipyard for 20 years as a processing Manager , and was an…...
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Geneva Jones
Geneva Jones passed away, May 15, 2019 at her home. She was born July 5, 1931 in Edgecombe County, NC, the sixth of seven children to the late Frank and Annie (Tucker) Walston. She enjoyed sitting on her sofa watching Judge Judy on TV, drinking her ginger ale and eating baked sweet potatoes. Many will acknowledge that she was hard to beat at her favorite two games, checkers and bingo. She also enjoyed the company…...
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Ethel Elizabeth Thomas
Ethel Elizabeth Thomas was called to heaven on May 10, 2019 surrounded by her family. Ethel who was affectionately known by her family and dear friends as “Peaches” was born in Portsmouth, VA on March 30, 1954. Her father was the late George Harvey Knight, Sr. and mother was the late Alma Eugene Knight. Ethel was a graduate of Craddock High School. For many years Ethel was a devoted worker at Maplewood Associates. During her…...
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Hattie M. Harrison-Clinkscales
On May 11, 2019 9:10pm God called to rest our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, Hattie M. Harrison Clinkscales. She was born on March 9, 1934 to very proud parents Robert Harrison and Nellie M. Harrison in the area of Jacksonville, North Carolina. She worked cleaning banks in downtown Norfolk, CNA, also she worked at Norfolk General Hospital for 42 years as a dietitian. My mother was a fun loving person and loved by everyone who…...
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Carolyn Lavern Sessoms Jenkins
The earthly sojourn of CAROLYN LAVERN SESSOMS JENKINS began on February 16, 1973 in Norfolk, Virginia and it was made complete on April 6, 2019, as she transitioned from time into eternity. A devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and friend she was dedicated to her family and she cherished and embraced every moment with them. Carolyn especially loved her role as granny. She received the Lord at an early age and enjoyed singing in the…...
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Ruth Louise Haskins
“If I can help somebody / As I travel along. / If I can help somebody with a word or song,” then “My living shall not be in vain.” These words, sang by Mahalia Jackson, the Queen of Gospel, exemplify the legacy of Ruth Haskins. Known to many as either “Aunt Ruth” or “Miss Ruth,” Ruth lived a life of service, providing laughter, joy, and support—emotional, financial, and physical–to all who knew her. Ruth Louise…...
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Larry Teasley
Larry Edward Teasley, Sr. of Norfolk, Virginia transitioned from his earthly home to his eternal home on Monday, May 13, 2019. Larry was the fourth of seven children born to his parents, Harry and Lillie Elizabeth Teasley. His parents reared him in the Titustown Community in Norfolk, Virginia. He worked for many years as a landscaper, for public institutions and private businesses. In addition, he worked in the food service industry in many hotels in…...
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Malachi Ny'Re Rigsby
Malachi Ny’Re Rigsby was born on November 21, 2007 in Rockford, IL to Sherise Rigsby Johnson and Randy Bell. Malachi was a member of Pilgrim Baptist church in Rockford,IL and Faith Deliverance COGIC in Virginia, where he resides. Malachi had a passion for cooking. He attended a weekly cooking class at Now You’re Cooking, where he was given a scholarship. He loved to cook for him and his sister Sariyah. He made sure since the day that she was born that he would always…...
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Malachi Ny’Re Rigsby
Malachi Ny’Re Rigsby was born on November 21, 2007 in Rockford, IL to Sherise Rigsby Johnson and Randy Bell. Malachi was a member of Pilgrim Baptist church in Rockford,IL and Faith Deliverance COGIC in Virginia, where he resides. Malachi had a passion for cooking. He attended a weekly cooking class at Now You’re Cooking, where he was given a scholarship. He loved to cook for him and his sister Sariyah. He made sure since the day that she was born that he would always…...
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Melvin Lee Mabry, Jr.
Melvin Lee Mabry Jr. was born January 24, 1951 to Naomi Stevens and the late Melvin Mabry Sr. He served honorably in the marines as a proof director of small arms and a machine gunner. During his time in the marines he served in Vietnam. Melvin was raised in Shoulders Hill and grew up in Union Baptist Missionary Church of Suffolk. Melvin was preceded in death by his son, Melvin Mabry III. He leaves to…...
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Bernice Viola Banks-Huskey
Bernice Viola Banks Huskey transitioned to eternal rest peacefully on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital, Norfolk, Virginia. Bernice was born on December 12, 1928 to the late Richard Sylvester Banks and Bertha Allen Banks. Bernice was predeceased by her husband, William Huskey, II; sons, William Huskey, III and Reynol Huskey; and siblings, Melvin Sylvester, James Albert, and Milton Lee Banks, and Marjorie Mae Epps. Bernice was the oldest of five…...
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Richmond Baker
Richmond “Rich” Baker, 71, passed away May 11, 2019 in Hampton, Virginia¸ surrounded by his loving wife and family. A native of Florida, he was the son of the late Oscar Baker of Marianna, Florida and Eugene Bell Baker of Orlando, Florida. He was preceded in death by his brother Arthur Lee Baker and his sister Izola McElroy. Richmond graduated with honors from Jones High School in Orlando, Florida. He joined the Marine Corps after…...
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Jarmel M. Perkins
On May 11, 2019 our beloved son, brother, dad, uncle and friend Jarmel Perkins transitioned to his Heavenly Home. Jarmel affectionately know as “Brasko” was the youngest of four siblings. Jarmel was born in Norfolk, Virginia and attended Norfolk Public School before moving to Chesapeake, Virginia where he attended Oscar Smith High School. Jarmel had a passion for music and loved crabbing. He started his own lawn care business. “Brasko” had a heart of a…...
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Nellie Epps
Nellie Epps slipped quietly and peacefully into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father early Saturday morning, May 11, 2019 at Norfolk Healthcare in Norfolk, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 57 years, James Epps; mother and father, Henry B. Alford and Mozell Alford; brother, James W. Alford (Catherine Alford) two sisters, Fannie Mae Smith and Annie Beulah McCormick. Nellie was a longtime member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church in…...
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Juanita Jones
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Juanita H. Jones, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great friend, passed away at the age of 61years old. She had worked as a home health care aid at a nursing home in Chesapeake. She was the life of the party. She was compassionate to others needs. She had a smile, voice and laugh that you’ll never forget. She will truly be Missed! Her memories will be cherished by her…...
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Margaret E. Joyner
Margaret Estella Joyner, 89, died peacefully in her home on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia on December 30, 1929 to Spurgeon and Margaret Williams. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Arris James Joyner and her brother, Ernest Washington. She is survived by three daughters; Gloria Smith (Herbert), Cynthia Fayton (Herbert), and Wanda McMillon (Alton) four grandsons, seven great-grandchildren, a sister in law, and a host of cousin,…...
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Ovelton D. Malone
O’VELTON DECARL MALONE was born September 10, 1973 to Valencia N. Wynn Malone-Bagwell. He claimed his wings on Thursday, May 09, 2019 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital – Riverside in Norfolk, Virginia. He was proceeded in death by his grandparents: William Henry Wynn Sr., Galatia Francina Cloud Wynn, Wille E. Neal Sr. and his nephew Jac’Kie Joyner Jr. He was lovingly called “Quarterback!” He was given that name by his grandpa Neal because he was…...
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Samuel Wyatt
For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:6-7 Samuel “aka Mickey” Wyatt was born on February 5, 1951 and was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 68 on May 8, 2019. He lived several years in New York City, but…...
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