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Sylvia A. Massey
Sylvia Antoinette Massey, of the 600 block of Bettes Way, departed this life on June 5, 2024. A native of Norfolk, she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk. She retired from Norfolk International Airport. Sylvia was a member of First Baptist Church South Hill in Chesapeake Sylvia is predeceased by her husband Roy Massey, Sr., her parents Eliza Clark and George Lewis, stepfather Harold Clark, and sons Rodney Massey, Sr., Kirk Lewis, Sr.,…...
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Christopher E. Alexander, Sr.
Christopher Edwin Alexander, Sr. passed away peacefully on May 20, 2024. He was born on September 4, 1969, in Portsmouth, Va. He is survived by his beautiful wife, Sherry Alexander; his four children, Morgan Alexander-Bell, Christanie Alexander, Christopher Alexander II, and Kennedy Alexander; his grandchildren, Hayden, Honor, Kylin, Scholar, Kali and Merit, as well as his mother, Magdaline Yarbara; brother, Curtis Alexander; and sister, Bianca Townes....
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Vickie A. Jones
Vickie Scoby-Jones passed away peacefully on June 2,2024, surrounded by those she loved the most. She was born in Boston, Massachusetts to the late James Edward Scoby and Victoria Bell McCarthy. Vickie’s family later relocated to Virginia (Norfolk), where she was raised with her siblings and her parents, James Edward Scoby and Barbara Scoby-Redman. She worked for Frye Properties as a property manager for many years. Vickie’s primary focus in life was taking care of…...
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Elijah Anderson
Elijah Anderson nicknamed “June,” went to join the heavenly father on June 1, 2024. Elijah was born in Lynchburg, South Carolina on June 2, 1950, to Elijah Anderson Sr. and Mae Roland. Elijah’s life was defined by his love for family, close friends, and most importantly, Christ. Elijah graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in Elliott, SC in 1968. In May 1973 , he received his Bachelor of Arts degree where he majored in Psychology.…...
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Nathaniel Bernard Dew
On May 25, 2024 the Lord called his son, Nathaniel B. Dew home. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Nathaniel was born on November 25, 1961 in Chesapeake, Virginia to the late Daniel and Catherine Dew. He was educated in the Chesapeake public school system and he graduated from Indian river high school. Nat was employed with B&H concrete construction corporation for 37 years where he was described as…...
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Jacqueline Scott Anwana
Jacqueline Scott Anwana, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2024, after a long and brave battle with renal illness. Her final days were at Cape Canaveral Hospital in Cocoa Beach, FL. Jackie, as she was known, was born on April 25th, 1947 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was a gifted scholar with a photographic mind. She had a deep love of learning and could speak and debate on almost any topic citing all related…...
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George Lee Ramsey
On May 28th, 2024 our father called home our beloved George Lee Ramsey born July 2, 1953 to Rena Lucille Mullen; He passed away peacefully in his Portsmouth, Virginia home. He was born and raised in Portsmouth where he spent most of his life working on cars. You can bet if it’s a car running in Portsmouth he had his hands on it back in the day. To know George you have to know a…...
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Roger E. Hall, Jr.
Roger E. Hall, Jr., known to many as “Governor” or “Blu,” departed this life on Monday, May 27, 2024. Roger was born March 7, 1959 to Elaine R. Baker and the late Roger E. Hall, Sr. in Norfolk, Virginia. Roger was raised in Chesapeake, Virginia. He was a member of the football and track teams at Indian River High School where he also graduated with the class of 1978. Upon graduation, he enlisted into…...
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David B. Outlaw
David B Outlaw departed this earthly life for his heavenly home on May 27, 2024, in Portsmouth, VA; he was born on February 5, 1952, in Suffolk VA to David and Sarah Outlaw. As a youth, David had many jobs in which bought him much delight such as, General Electric and Allied Colloids. David then went on to have his own business, “Outlaw & Outlaw Cleaning Company”. He then started working for PCSI Cleaning Company…...
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Shermia Jalesa Olivia McDuffie
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Shermia Jalesa Olivia McDuffie. She left this world peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Shermia’s vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her, and her absence will be deeply felt by her family and friends. Shermia was born on April 6, 1988, at Norfolk General Hospital, the daughter of Paul Sr. and Robbie McDuffie. From…...
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Sheldon D. Johnson
Sheldon Johnson was born in Norfolk, Virginia on January 15th, 1962, and transcended on May 20th, 2024. Coach Shelt was an “Eagle” sworn as a dedicated coach to many young men and women of the Diggs Town and Tidewater Gardens community. He was a retiree of 32 years of service with the City of Norfolk as an equipment operator. Coach Shelt was a pillar to the community. He will deeply be missed by all whom…...
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Herman Leon Britt
Herman Leon Britt, fondly known as “Billy-Bo” was born on April 2, 1947, to Viola Jones-Britt and Joseph Britt. Billy-Bo was born in Virginia Beach and raised second to the youngest of eight children. He embodied a life of resilience and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on his community and loved ones. From his roots in Virginia Beach to his dedication to family and service, his legacy of problem-solving and encouragement to the younger generation…...
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La’Roy Levon Walker
It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of La’Roy Levon Walker who left us peacefully on May 19th, 2024. Born on September 6th, 1979, in Norfolk, VA, La’Roy was the beloved son of Marie Sykes and the late Leroy Parham. He graduated from Oscar Smith High School and excelled as an honor graduate. La’Roy spent over 20 years working as a Sheriff for the city of Chesapeake and Hampton and later as…...
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Victoria Denise Cartwright
Victoria Denise Cartwright was born on the last day of the year, December 31, 1960, Norfolk, Virginia, which is why “Party” is something she knows very well! She entered into eternal rest surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. She is predeceased by her parents, Sadie Mae Darden and Johnson Darden; her sister, Sandra Wilson; and three brothers, Monroe “JB” Case Sr., Danny Purvis, and John Henry Darden. Victoria “Vickie”, “Redd”, “MA…...
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James W. Atkinson
James Wesley Atkinson, affectionately known as “Papa”, our beloved husband, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, in-law, and friend gained his wings to be with our heavenly father on May 22, 2024. On September 10, 1940, James Wesley Atkinson was born to the late James Wesley Matthews and Pauline Elizabeth Mahone in Dunn, NC. He was raised by his mother, Pauline Mahone and bonus dad, Alex Mahone in Chesapeake, VA. He graduated from Crestwood High School in…...
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Dr. John O. Simpson
Dr. John O. Simpson, 74 of Chesapeake VA. passed away on Wednesday May 15, 2024. John was born on June 28, 1949, in Chester, Pennsylvania to Wilma (Gettings) and Charles E. Simpson Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Charles Jr. (2003), and his sisters Mildred (2024), Jeanne (2016), and Florence (2021). Those remaining to cherish John’s memory are his wife, of 47 years, Rita Dailey Simpson, son, John Michael Simpson,…...
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Margaret Lee White
Our beloved Margaret Lee White, age 88, left this earth to be with our Heavenly Father on May 18, 2024, surrounded by the ones who loved her the most. She was born on September 2, 1935 in Norfolk, Va to her parents Ella White and Mr. White. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant until she retired in summer of 1994. She was a loving caring mother, and an excellent grandmother. She is survived by…...
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Judy E. Alston
Judy Evonne Alston, affectionately known as “Binky,” made her grand entrance into the world in Norfolk, Virginia on Wednesday, November 22, 1972 and was the eldest daughter of Deborah Rodriguez and Junius Highter. She lived most of her days in Norfolk spending lots of time with both sides of her family. She even lived in Philadelphia a short time with her aunt Deborah Highter-Briggs, who preceded her in death. Binky gave birth to her first daughter, Jasmine, in…...
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Joe Ruffin Studivant, Jr.
Joe Ruffin Studivant, Jr. transitioned peacefully on May 15, 2024, around family in Sentara Virginia Beach Hospital, Virginia Beach, VA. He was born May 20, 1952, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Joe Ruffin Studivant, Sr., and Lenora Sylvia Studivant. Joe grew up in Calvert Park, Norfolk, VA, and began working as a paperboy as a teenager with The Virginia-Pilot Newspaper. As an outstanding paperboy, he won a trip to Disney World in Orlando, FL.…...
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