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Raymond Leon Harrell

Raymond Leon Harrell was born October 3, 1948 to the late Emma Lee Harrell and Howard Harrell of Brooklyn, New York. Raymond lived most of his life in New York. He was employed and retired at New York City Hospital in the Transits System. Raymond leaves to rejoice in his home going: wife Delois Harrell, (son) Michael Lilly, (son) Billy Peterson, (son) Ray Bedford, (daughter) Carol Peterson, (son) Lorenzo Harrell, (son) Ronnie Harrell, (son) Raynard…...

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Heather Smith Rhodes

Heather Smith Rhodes, 50, of the 8000 block of Old Ocean View Rd., passed away on June 23, 2019. at Depaul Hospital. She was born to the late Willie M. Smith, Jr. and Gloria Smith on February 7, 1969 in Norfolk, VA. She was also predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Melvin and Emaline Chauncey and maternal grandparents, Archie and Annie Mae Toliver. Heather was a graduate of the University of Louisville where she received her…...

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Deborah Lynn Hussey

Deborah Lynn Hussey passed away June 20, 2019....

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James Melvin Dickens

James Melvin Dickens passed away June 21, 2019....

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Allen Morris Twine

Allen Morris Twine, 66 passed away peacefully on Friday June 21, 2019. Allen Twine was born July 24, 1952 in Norfolk Virginia to James and Mary Twine, Sr. He attended Maury High School and graduated in the early 70’s Allen was well known in the Berkley Community by many people. He was a great worker, father, son and brother and a friendly person to be around. He worked in the family business for many years…...

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Linda D. Martin Smith

Linda D. Martin Smith peacefully left this life and went home to glory on June 18, 2019 surrounded by her loving family at her home in Norfolk, VA. She was born in Norfolk, VA on October 28th to Nathan A. and Dorothy E. Martin. She was a graduate of Maury High School. She worked as a salesperson at K-Mart and was employed at Thompson Industries in Northern, VA before continuing her education and graduating from…...

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Maurice Rowe, Jr.

On June 20, 2019 Mr. Maurice Rowe, Jr. passed away at the Autumn Care Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was born on June 17, 1940 to the late Maurice Rowe, Sr. and Sarah Jennings Rowe in Norfolk, VA. Maurice completed his education from Booker T. Washington High School. Maurice who was a jack of all trades worked as a general laborer. He was a loyal and faithful friend to all who knew him.…...

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Jovia Nicole' Keys

Our beloved Jovia Nicole’ Keys silently slipped into the waiting arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 18, 2019. Jovia was born January 20, 1992 in Norfolk, VA at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Jovia accepted the Lord at an early age and was baptized at Calvary Evangelical Baptist Church in Portsmouth, VA. Jovia was a 2010 High School Honor graduate for Churchland High School and a 2014 graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University…...

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Jovia Nicole’ Keys

Our beloved Jovia Nicole’ Keys silently slipped into the waiting arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 18, 2019. Jovia was born January 20, 1992 in Norfolk, VA at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Jovia accepted the Lord at an early age and was baptized at Calvary Evangelical Baptist Church in Portsmouth, VA. Jovia was a 2010 High School Honor graduate for Churchland High School and a 2014 graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University…...

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Emanuel Christian Dew

Emanuel Christian Dew, age 9, gained his angel wings on Monday, June 17, 2019, at Children’s Hospital of Kings Daughter’s.  Emanuel was preceded in death by his father, Samuel E. Dew, paternal grandparents; Daniel and Catherine Dew. Maternal grandparents; John and Helen Gunter. His aunt, Emma Lee Jarvis. Manny, as we called him was a natural comedian and prankster.  Dennis the Menace, had nothing on our Manny.  However, sometimes challenging, Manny never failed to put…...

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Ardeliou McCoy Godfrey

Ardeliou McCoy Godfrey “Deliou” Ardeliou McCoy Godfrey was born on June 21, 1927 to Linwood and Joanna McCoy. She was the seventh child of 12 children. She is survived by one brother, Clifton (Lillie) McCoy. She was preceded in death by Vera, Leonard, Wilton, Ruffin, Igenter, Maynoch, Frank, Katherine, Frances and Charlie. Ardeliou peacefully transitioned into the hands of our Heavenly Father on June 18, 2019 with her loving and devoted son, George Malcom and…...

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Quintin Eugene Noel

Quintin Eugene Noel departed this life on June 19, 2019. Quintin was born on November 26, 1962 in Norfolk, Virginia. Quintin spent much of his adult life working as a roofer. Quintin loved sports especially fishing. He also loved cooking shows and the culinary arts. Quintin is survived by his mother Evelyn Noel Covington of Monroe, North Carolina. Quintin is also survived by his fianc’e Sharon Robinson of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Bernard Noel Jr. and…...

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Wilhelmenia M. Satterfield "Polly"

Mrs. Wilhelmenia Satterfield, affectionately known to all as “Polly”, went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, June 16th after a brief illness. She is the eldest daughter of Deacon William & Deaconess Geneva Malone. She was predeceased by her parents along with two sons; Michael Malone and Mark Bundle and a very special friend of over 50 years Mrs. Sally Oakley. Polly accepted Christ at an early age and joined First Baptist South…...

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Wilhelmenia M. Satterfield “Polly”

Mrs. Wilhelmenia Satterfield, affectionately known to all as “Polly”, went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, June 16th after a brief illness. She is the eldest daughter of Deacon William & Deaconess Geneva Malone. She was predeceased by her parents along with two sons; Michael Malone and Mark Bundle and a very special friend of over 50 years Mrs. Sally Oakley. Polly accepted Christ at an early age and joined First Baptist South…...

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Barbara Jean Goodman

Barbara Jean Goodman passed away June 17, 2019....

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Eleanor M. Turner

Eleanor Martha Turner affectionately known as “Anna” by family and friends peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on June 17, 2019. Eleanor was born on May 22, 1924 to the late James and Gertrude Connor. Eleanor grew up in Norfolk, VA where she attended school and would later raise her family. Eleanor was employed by DePaul Medical Center as a Nurse’s Aide for 32 years. Eleanor loved to care for people. Eleanor married the late Horace…...

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Wilbert A. Wadsworth

Wilbert Armstand Wadsworth, 77, was born November 11, 1941 in Norfolk, Virginia. He was promoted by God on June 16, 2019 to receive all that He had promised him. This promotion was given as a free gift based on his love and dedication as a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, in-law, and dear friend. He was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools. Wilbert worked for VEPCO for 33 years. He was preceded in…...

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Shirley Diane Holmes

Shirley Diane “Lady d” Holmes, transcended to her heavenly Home to be with her heavenly Father on June 13, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Holmes, Sr.; her mother, Rose Harris; her grandmother, Nannie Porter; 2 sisters, Nannie Marie Robinson, Dorothy Yvette Tyler; brother, William Robinson. She was a graduate Indian River High School where she was on the track team upon graduation. She attended Maryland State University where she received…...

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Christine G. Powell

Christine Gilchrist Powell was born on January 24, 1938 and was called home to be with her heavenly father on June 16, 2019. She was predeceased by her mother, Ella Mae Gallop, who received her wings just seven months ago. She was also predeceased by her father, Alvin Sparrow, two sisters, Goldie and Rosella, two brothers, Franklin, Sr. and Larry, one grandson, Allen, and her husband of over 53 years, Frank Powell, Sr. Christine, affectionately…...

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Robert Earl Wilson, Jr.

On Sunday, June 16, 2019, God whispered in our dear Robert Earl Wilson, Jr. ear and said, “It’s time to come home.” Robert answered his call while resting at Norfolk Riverview Pavilion. Robert was the youngest of four children born to Robert and Edna Wilson. Robert was born on June 18, 1934. He received his early education at John T. West Elementary School and graduated from the historical Booker T. Washington High School. Robert enlisted…...

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Travis O. Haynes

Travis O. Haynes passed away on June 12, 2019. He was born on October 26, 1987 to Mrs. Felicia Haynes Britton and Mr. Alpheus Glenn. He was a laborer and firewatch at BAE Shipyard. He was a graduate of Tidewater Tech, specializing in HVAC Engineering. He attended Lake Taylor High School in Norfolk, Virginia. Travis loved Rap Music, tennis shoes, jewelry and clothes. He also had a special bond with his grandfather, Herman (Tommy) Haynes.…...

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Regina Indiana Hedgebeth

Regina Indiana Hedgebeth passed awRegina Indiana Hedgebeth, 69, of Suffolk, VA passed away in her home on Sunday, June 16, 2019. Regina was born on June 22, 1949 to the Late Gloria Hedgebeth Gadsden & Walter and Levora Parker. Regina Loved her children and grandchildren with everything in her. She had a warm soul and an open door for all that needed it. She loved to talk and never met a stranger. She had great…...

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Eva Mae Johnson

On Saturday, June 15, 2019 Eva Mae Johnson closed the last chapter of her life as she entered the gates of eternal rest. She was born on March 2, 1947 in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late Sarah A. Short and Jesse Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband James Johnson, Sr., stepfather David Short and sister Carolyn Brown. She attended Portsmouth Public School. She accepted Christ in her life years ago at New…...

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Ruth Deloatch

Ruth Deloatch passed away June 17, 2019....

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Joseph Benjamin Mayers, Jr.

Mr. Joseph (JoJo) Mayers, Jr., was born in Annapolis, MD on March 13, 1983. He was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Mayers, Sr. of Virginia Beach, VA. He departed his young life after a brief illness on Thursday June 13, 2019 at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA with family and friends attending. “Jojo” was baptized at Shiloh AME Church in Prosperity, SC as a child, and again at Ebenezer Baptist…...

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Deams C. Leach, III

Deams C. Leach, III passed away June 15, 2019....

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James G. Collins

James G. Collins passed away June 15, 2019....

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Lonnie A. Johnson, Jr.

Lonnie A. Johnson, Jr. passed away June 13, 2019....

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Herbert Lee Blowe

On Thursday, June 13, 2019 our beloved Herbert Lee Blowe departed this life to be with the Lord. Herbert was born on April 19, 1941 in Norfolk County, VA to the late Robert Blowe, Sr. and the late Elizabeth Coleman. He attended Crestwood High School. Robert was later employed by Door Engineering Corporation as a hollow metal mechanic and retired in 1992 after 30 years of faithful service. He was a lifelong member of Little…...

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John R. Walker

John R. Walker, 83, of Norfolk, Va. passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 13, 2019.  John was born in Norfolk, VA to his loving parents Virgie and Samuel Walker on February 6, 1936.  He attended school in Norfolk, VA.  He married the beautiful Mary D. Walker on January 2, 1966.  John retired from Air Cargo Carriers of the Norfolk Naval Base after many years of service. John loved helping people and being out in the…...

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Howard Edward Latham, Jr.

Howard Edward Latham, Jr. passed away June 13, 2019....

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Joyce Lee Simons

On Thursday, June 13, 2019 as a part of His great plan, the Heavenly Father quietly called our loved one, Joyce Lee Simons to her heavenly home. She was born October 7, 1945 to the late Deacon and Mrs. Columbus Dozier, Sr. in Norfolk County. Joyce joined New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church at an early age and remained a faithful member until her illness. She served on the #2 Usher Board, was chairman of…...

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Verna Sanderlin

Verna Sanderlin passed away  June 11, 2019....

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Andrew Bernell Onifade

Andrew Bernell Onifade’, known as “Mista Chase”, of 101 Tewkesbury Quay, Yorktown, VA was called home to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 12, 2019. Andrew was born January 19, 1968 in Huntington, New York to Valerie Denise Desir (Jefferson) and the late Abayomi Onifade’. Andrew graduated from North Dorchester High School, Hurlock, Maryland where he studied music and competed in field and track. Andrew continued his Education in music at…...

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Leon L. Oliver, Jr.

Leon L. Oliver, Jr., 84, went to be with the Lord on June 11th, 2019.  He was born to Emma Willis Oliver and Leon L. Oliver, Sr. on January 22, 1935 in Richmond, Virginia. Leon was educated in the Richmond Public School system, graduating from Armstrong High School.  He received an undergraduate degree from Virginia State University and a graduate degree from Hampton Institute (University).  He served in the U.S. Army and received an honorable…...

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Wendell Martin Richardson

Wendell Martin Richardson was born in Norfolk, VA on December 17, 1941 to the late Mark Duke and Buelah Richardson. He attended the Norfolk Public School .System and received a Certified License in Carpentry. He was a Construction Supervisor for Curtron and Halls Development for 0ver 30 years collectively. Being Wendell, you know it didn’t stop there. He was always doing some kind of construction work for family, friends and whoever else. He loved his…...

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Lillian Griffin Rodgers

On June 8, 2019, Lillian Griffin Rodgers departed this world, and entered into the gates of heaven. She was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on August 26, 1970 to the late Richard Griffin and survived by her mother, Carolyn Delbridge. Survivors also include her husband, Shawn Rodgers; her two daughters, Teaira Griffin and Oneika Griffin of Portsmouth; two sons, Shawn Griffin and Kenneth Griffin of Portsmouth, Virginia; four grandchildren, Jason, Jasmine, Jada, and Kingston; one sister,…...

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Cornell J. Jefferson, Sr.

Cornell James Jefferson went to be with the Lord on June 10, 2019 at the age of 66. Cornell is survived by his beloved wife, Kimberly Denise Jefferson; his children, Bryan (Mark) Felaire, Cornell Jefferson Jr., Shanna Jefferson, Mario (Nicole) Jefferson and Brittani Jefferson; his grandchildren, Jalen Jefferson, Breyontae Jefferson, Giovannie Jefferson, Zahnir Jefferson and Mamadu Bayfield-Felaire. Cornell was born in Norfolk Virginia on December 4, 1952 to the late Almeda and James Jefferson. His…...

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Calethia Carr Patterson "Lele"

Calethia Carr Patterson was born in Norfolk, VA on May 17, 1958 to Calvin B. Bailey, Sr. and the late Ernestine Lee Carr Brown. She attended the Norfolk Public School System and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She was a member of the Fighting Bookers Marching Band playing the clarinet; while her sister Sylvia was a majorette. Her family named her Lele which caught on light fire among her close friends. After graduating…...

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Calethia Carr Patterson “Lele”

Calethia Carr Patterson was born in Norfolk, VA on May 17, 1958 to Calvin B. Bailey, Sr. and the late Ernestine Lee Carr Brown. She attended the Norfolk Public School System and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She was a member of the Fighting Bookers Marching Band playing the clarinet; while her sister Sylvia was a majorette. Her family named her Lele which caught on light fire among her close friends. After graduating…...

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Donna Jestine Hinton

Donna Jestine Hinton passed away June 7, 2019....

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Samuel Martin Copeland, Sr.

Samuel Martin Copeland Sr. was called to be with the Lord on Friday morning June 7, 2019. He was affectionately known by his siblings and family as “Lil Bro”, also known as “Easy” and named by his mother-in-law “John Boy”. Sam was born in Chowan County to Joseph L. Copeland and Annie B. Copeland. He gaduated from D.F. Walker Class of 1966 and joined United States Marine Corps immediately after. Sam fought in the Vietnam…...

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Wilmer Price, Sr.

Wilmer Price, Sr. passed away June 9, 2019....

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Vernon Clyde Broady, Sr.

VERNON CLYDE BROADY, SR. known as “Clyde”, age 66, born in Norfolk, Virginia on May 24, 1953 to the late Henry and Shirley Moye Broady, Sr.  He departed this earthly life suddenly on Sunday, June 9, 2019. Clyde was retired. He was a humble man who was also known as DJ “Sly Clyde”.  A devoted husband, father, brother  and friend.  He was the epitome of a loyal provider determined to succeed, loving, unselfish, dependable,  hard…...

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Jessie Mae Johnson

Miss Jessie Mae Johnson went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 8, 2019. She was born August 27, 1935 to William H. and Sarah C. Johnson. She attended Abraham Lincoln Elementary where she transferred to St. Joseph Catholic School. From there she went to Norfolk State University, she never worked in the main stream workforce, but entered into the ministry. She also was an personal assistant to Pastor Gladys H. Custis with…...

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Steve A. Johnson "Halfpint"

Steve A. Johnson “Halfpint” passed away June 8, 2019....

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Steve A. Johnson “Halfpint”

Steve A. Johnson “Halfpint” passed away June 8, 2019....

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Joseph O. Luster

Joseph O’Neal Luster, Sr. a loving and committed husband, father and grandfather, transitioned from this life to immortality on June 8th at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He was born to Alexander and Clara Luster on November 2, 1932. He served his country as active duty n the United States Army for two years at Fort Eustis. After the military he relocated to Norfolk and was hired as a woodcrafter at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in…...

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Tony Fleetwood

Tony Fleetwood May 16, 1972-June 8, 2019 Tony Fleetwood was sent to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Riverside Regional Hospital at the age of 47. He was born May 16, 1972, the son of Evelyn and Herman Terrell. Tony was united in marriage and survived by his wife, Derrelle Tineen Taylor. He is also survived by his only child, Taylor LaCora Fleetwood. She was his princess. Aside from family life, Tony…...

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Tony Madison Whitehead

On June 09, 2019 Tony Madison Whitehead, 80, of Portsmouth, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born on October 07, 1938 in Scotland Neck, NC to his predeceased parents Moses Whitehead and Mamie Whitehead- Moore. He married the love of his life, Elsie Harris Whitehead in February 1972. Later, they were blessed with their only child Tracey Whitehead....

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