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Teresa D. Green
On November 30, 2018 Teresa Delphine Green quickly slipped out of time into eternal peace with Jesus Christ. Teresa Delphine Green was born May 29, 1959 in Aliquippa, PA. She was the daughter of Lee Green, Sr. and Sadie Green. She later relocated to Portsmouth, PA. She accepted Christ at an early age at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Aliquippa, PA. She received her education from the Portsmouth Public Schools, and graduated from Manor…...
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Henrine Willette Robinson
Henrine W. Robinson, 68, of the 800 block of A. Avenue passed away November 28, 2018. She was born on November 15, 1950 to the late Alease Wells-Cooke and Edward Cooke in Norfolk, VA. Henrine retired in 2004 from the City of Norfolk as an Accountant. She was predeceased by her parents, grandparents, Henderson and Fannie Wells; grandson, D’Angelo Robinson and brother, Wallace Cooke. She is survived by her daughter, Carshena Lawrence (Lorenzo); four sons,…...
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Inez Sessoms
On Tuesday, November 27, 2018 our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Ms. Inez Sessoms “Candy Lady” slipped away into eternal Rest. She was born on December 14, 1930 in Norfolk, VA. She attended Norfolk County Public Schools. Inez was a member of St. Mark United Church of Christ in Norfolk, VA. She was a faithful member for most of her life. She was a woman of great character and had a deep seeded love…...
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Andy Smith, Jr.
It is with great sorrow to announce that Andy Smith, Jr. of Virginia Beach, VA passed away on Sunday 25 November 2018 at his home in Virginia Beach. Andy aka June was born 13 February 1951 and graduated from Stanley High School in June 1969, after which he enlisted in the US Navy in April 1971. During his Naval career, he earned and was awarded National Defense service medal (2), Battle “E”, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Service Deployment Ribbons (4), Navy…...
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Donell R. Harper
Donell R. Harper (Donnie), 44 of Virginia Beach, VA gained his wings on November 24, 2018 at Sentara Hospice House Of Virginia Beach. He was born to the late Ethelyne Fuller March 7, 1974 in Roanoke, VA. He was educated of Leilehua High School of Wahiqura, Hawaii. He was employed as a loan officer, and a dedicated worker at Sam’s Club. Donell enjoyed playing chess, dominoes, and watching his favorite team The Chicago Bears. Everyone…...
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Marty Jernigan
Marty Vincent Jernigan entered this world March 15, 1946 and on Saturday November 10, 2018 at age 72 he departed after a lengthy battle with a rear heart disease called Amyloidosis. Although he was approved for a heart transplant, Doctors told Marty that his chances of surviving the surgery were very little. Without the surgery, he was given 6 to 12 months to live. Marty’s courage, fighting spirit and determination exceeded the life expectation of…...
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Ella M. Gallop
Ella Mae Gilchrist Melvin Gallop was taken from her earthly home on Monday, November 26, 2018, by her angel, to her home that God has prepared for her. She was born on March 20, 1920 to the late Thomas Gilchrist, Sr. and Marion Sheppard Gilchrist, she was the third child of fourteen children. She attended the public school in the New Light section of Princess Anne County, now known as Virginia Beach and later studied at the Learning Adult…...
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Myles Anthony Davidson
A life we love came to a Close Friday, November 23, 2018. He was born June 20, 1941 in Gaffney, South Carolina. At an early age Myles was baptized and became a member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Myles known as “Mickey” received his formal education from Norfolk Public School system, graduating from Booker T. Washington High School and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Norfolk State College. After years if employment at the Norfolk Naval…...
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Anthony J. Walston
Anthony “Tony” Walston, 56, a native of Norfolk, VA, received his wings on November 24, 2018. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ozella Gregory; grandmother, Mary Wayne; sister, Angela Walston; his “mama,” Viola B. Smith; and his beloved, Cassandra Brown. Anthony first priority was always his care for others. He had a passion for cooking morning, noon, and night. However, quality time with his grandkids gave him much joy. Tony is survived by…...
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Shirley Mae White
Shirley Mae White, born on July 14, 1940 in the city of Norfolk, VA, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Shirley was affectionately known as “Aunt Shirley” or “Ms. Shirley.” She was preceded in death by her parents, Percy Harrison Lawrence and Rose Mae Lawrence; two brothers, Percy Lawrence and Charles Lawrence; two sisters, Dorothy Clemons and Hazel Lawrence. Shirley enjoyed baking. She was known to make a mean pound…...
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Lee O. McDuffie
CWO-4 LEE O. MCDUFFIE, UNITED STATES NAVY, RETIRED Chief Warrant Officer Lee O. McDuffie of Chesapeake, VA went to his eternal home on 25 November 2018. Lee was born in Norfolk, VA to a loving, caring, and supportive family. He was preceded in death by his mother Hattie McDuffie, grandmother Luvinia McDuffie, aunt Mary Ellen McDuffie, and three Uncles; Johnnie, Charles and Samuel McDuffie. He grew up in Bennettsville SC, and graduated from East Side…...
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Roney Mack
On June 22, 1960 and extraordinary person was born. His parents named him Roney Mack. The book of his life came to a close when he transitioned from earth to rest on November 21, 2018. Roney is predeceased by his mother, Margie Mack; and his brother, Carl Mack. He leaves to cherish his memory; his wife, Vanessa Mack; three sons, Ronnie Lee Thomas of Dallas Texas, Walter (Shelley) Vaughan, and Monte Vaughan of Norfolk, Virginia;…...
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Dorcas W. Williams
Dorcas Winborne Williams peacefully passed on November 22, 2018, after a lengthy illness. Dorcas, lovingly known as “Aunt Don,” “Ma Puddin,” and “Big Up,” was the youngest of five children born in Gatesville, NC. She was the daughter of Benjamin and Ovene Winborne. At an early age, her mother relocated to Norfolk, VA. Dorcas was employed as a Food Service Supervisor at Oceana Naval Base. She retired after over 30 years of service. Dorcas enjoyed…...
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Karessa Davenport
Karessa Ann Davenport was born May 25, 1954 to the late William F. Parker and the late Sara E. Coite. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and it was said she treated the better than her own, she loved her babies. Some of her passions were baking and gardening. Overall Karessa was a very talented artist. She was especially known for her drawing and arts and crafts. She was preceded in death by the…...
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Betty Mae Clay
Betty Mae Clay was born on December 15, 1939 in Meridian, Mississippi to the late Bob Clarke and Lottie Mae Clarke. Betty departed this life on Thursday, November 20, 2018. She was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, which brought her great joy and she served faithfully for 38 years. She retired from AT&T. She showed loved and was loved. She loved her ministry work. She was a friend to all with compassion and always willing to lend an ear. She will be…...
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Clyde Henry Williams
Clyde H. Williams, 71, of Norfolk, VA passed away November 20, 2018. He was born on November 21, 1946. Clyde was a Vietnam Veteran, a protector and provider to his family. He is predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Nancy Williams and brother, Troy Williams. Clyde leaves to cherish his precious memories his daughters, Angela E. and Charlene Williams; sons, Clyde and Corey Rinehart; sister, Betty Williams; brothers, Stanley, Alphonso and Theodore Williams and a…...
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Marissa R. Duarte
Marissa Duarte was born on May 5, 2005 in Norfolk, Virginia. It is with great sadness that the family of Marissa Duarte announce that she received her special angel wings unexpectedly on November 10, 2018 at the age of 13 while surrounded by her family and friends. Marissa will be sadly missed by her parents Alvaro and Jill Duarte, her Aunts Tracey Canchon, Nancy Johnson, and Moira Jacobsen, her Uncles Jaime Johnson, Charlie Duarte, Fernando…...
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Mary Lou Norris
Mary Lou Norris, 87, of Norfolk, made her heavenly transition on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 and will be truly missed but also remembered by so many. Mary was born to the late John Henry and Sarah Elizabeth Snead on September 7, 1931 in Greenville, South Carolina. She was one of four siblings, Charles Henry (deceased), John Patrick (deceased) and Pasty Ann. In her earlier days, Mama was a dedicated and loving caretaker to many including small children.…...
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McKinley Morgan
McKinley Morgan, 58, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018. He was born in Portsmouth, VA, August 24, 1960, to the late Mercury Morgan, Sr. and Lois Morgan (formerly Simmons). He was predeceased by his spouse, Velton Skinner. He was also predeceased by two sisters, Bessie-Mae Hucks (James Henry Hucks, Sr.) of Portsmouth, VA, and Theresa Jones (Eddie Jones) of Portsmouth, VA. Survivors include his two daughters, Tamera White and Mareisha White, and four grandchildren…...
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Robert L. Walker
Robert Lee Walker was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 8, 2018. He was born July 22, 19 51 to the late Maggie McCarthy and John Walker in North Carolina. Robert later moved to Portsmouth and joined the United States Army. After attending Tidewater Community College he was employed with Newport News Shipyard and Brown’s Carpet. He later found his true calling and became a self employed painter. Robert leaves to cherish his memory: a son, Monte’ Moss of…...
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Shirley Mae Hunter
Shirley Mae Hunter passed away on November 18, 2018. She was born in Norfolk County to the late Charles Bland and Mary Sutton. Shirley was faithful wife, mother, and shared her love of of life with numerous family and friends. Shirley was a Teacher’s Aide in special education for the City of Chesapeake Public Schools. She is survived by her daughters, Andra (Rodney) Jiggetts, Antonia (James) Reap, and Ashka (Hunter) Everette. She is survived by…...
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Terri Denise Stewart
Terri was born on March 12, 1966 in Norfolk, Va. She was educated in the Norfolk Public School system and she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. Terri entered into eternal rest on November 14, 2018. She was surrounded and supported by her family and friends during the last days of her life. She is predeceased by her father James Langley and her mother Katie M. Futrell. Terri accepted Christ in her life at…...
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James Lewis Walker
On Saturday, November 17, 2018, our bright shining star departed his home to reunite with Heavenly Father at 4:30pm from Duke Medical Center, Durham, NC. This handsome young man James Lewis Walker (BKA) “Bro Bro” was born in Norfolk, VA on September 23, 1956 to Barbara Lee (Walker) Lassiter and the late James L. Walker. James L. Walker graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and joined the United States Marine Corps where he dedicated the next 20 years before he retired. After retirement, James received his…...
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Shirley Anne Curtis
Shirley Anne Case Curtis, 80, Norfolk, Virginia, departed this life November 17th, 2018. Born June 23, 1938, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Goldie Snowden, North Carolina/Virginia; and Charles Davenport, Norfolk, Virginia. She attended the public schools of Norfolk, Virginia, graduating from Booker T. Washington High School. Shirley was a faithful, 65-year member of Bethel Baptist Church, 1234 Reservoir Avenue, Norfolk, Virginia, where she served on numerous church committees and boards, including the Women’s Auxiliary…...
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Alvin Bernard Butts, Sr.
Alvin Bernard Butts, Sr. passed away November 16, 2018....
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Robert Frederick Epps
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8 (NKJV) A Time to Be Born Robert was born on February 3, 1961 at 1:25 pm in Jersey…...
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Deborah E. Jordan
Deborah E. Jordan, quietly journeyed away to God on November 15, 2018. She left this world from Sentara Leigh Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She formally resided in the Greenbrier Community. Deborah was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. After attending Norfolk State University, she accepted a position with NORSHIPCO, where she worked in the Human Resource Office. She also worked at Sentara Norfolk General, in the Pathology Department, until she…...
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William Roosevelt Jones
William Roosevelt Jones was born on March 30, 1933 in Hickory, Virginia to Frank Jones and Carrie Blanche (Gatlin) Jones. He departed his earthly life on November 16, 2018 at Norfolk Signature Healthcare Facility. William was a brother, father, stepfather, step grandfather, uncle, and great uncle. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School system. In 1959 he met and married the love of his life, Vessie H. Branham and from this union they became…...
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Gregory Chase
On Thursday morning the 15th of November, 2018, Gregory Mark Chase passed away, at the age of 68. Greg was born on April 20, 1950 in New London, Ohio (the state of ‘Good Morning’) to Mark and Geraldyne Chase. Greg graduated from Norfolk Christian High School in 1968. He attended Columbia International University completing his BA in 1974 and then his MA in TEFL/TESL/Intercultural Studies in 1989. He married his high school sweetheart Cynthia Walker in 1972 and together they raised…...
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Charles L. Womack
Charles Womack was born in Halifax, Virginia on July 8, 1960 and was raised in Norfolk, Virginia. He was the adopted son of the late John H. Womack and Theola Womack. He was a 1978 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and a retiree of Eastern Virginia Medical School’s material management department. In addition, Charles was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and enjoyed talking with others about the Bible. He was preceded in death by…...
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Jean Jones
Jean was an entrepreneur who was never afraid of risk, and always shared the labors with love and rewards. She received her education from Norfolk Public School System. She was an active member of Redeemed Christian Fellowship (Norfolk, Virginia). Jean was short in statue, but tall in her actions and speech. Jean enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling, shopping, eating at fine restaurants, but most importantly she had a personal relationship with God. She exercised her faith…...
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Delores E. Valentine
God gently whispered to Delores Valentine on the even day of November 14, 2018. It’s time my daughter come on home. No more pain and suffering. Delores’s sunrise was on December 15, 1937 and sunset was on November 14, 2018. She is predeceased by her parents, Jessie and Mamie McNeil. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, De-Angela (Edward) Creekmore; special companion, Samuel Stith; grandchildren, Edward C. Lewis, James C. Creekmore, Deiona M. Creekmore…...
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Alphonzo V. Hines
Alphonso Vernon Hines “Fonz” fought a good fight and on Saturday November 10, 2018 he surrendered his spirit to his Father in Heaven. But not before making a huge impact here on earth. He was one of seven brothers and three sisters born to his parents, the late Murray Lee and Anne B. Hines. He was preceded in death by his wife Juanita Elizabeth Hughes Hines. From this union Juanita L. Hines and Alisha A.…...
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Vicky Teresa Mosley
After a very brief illness, on Wednesday, November 14, Vicky Teresa Mosley was called to rest. She was the middle child of three born to Chester (Gene) and Rosetta Sweat Mosley. She robustly joined the family at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital and was always a very happy, but quiet spirited child and always very serious minded. Vicky adjusted easily to a changing lifestyle as the family moved from one military post to another. She was…...
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Annette Glenn
Annette Glenn was born Annette Tharrington in Norfolk, Virginia on November 13, 1985. She was the daughter of the late Valerie T. McKee. Annettte loved cooking, dancing and traveling. She was a loving mother and wife, and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Left to cherish Annette’s precious memories and carry on her beautiful legacy are her loving husband, Marcus Glenn; children, Isaiah Lugo, Jada Glenn and Ayden Glenn; sister, Angela Tharrington; brother,…...
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Camryn Greyton Hernandez
Camryn Greyton Hernandez, age 3, our little angel on earth passed away on November 2, 2018. He was born to Laura B. Cepeda and Mario G. Hernandez on April 12, 2015 in Norfolk, Virginia. Camryn was a very happy little boy who enjoyed music, laughing and smiling. Camryn was such a strong little boy who was a fighter and fought through so many challenges from birth until his passing. He will be greatly missed by…...
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