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Patricia A. Hayes
On Friday, December 7, 2018 at 10:30pm, Mrs. Patricia Anne Lowery-Hayes peacefully transitioned into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior....
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Aaron Hunter
Aaron Hunter was born on Aug 31, 1928 to Mattie Hunter and William Hunter. With his parents permission at the age of 17 Aaron enlisted in the navy. Aaron dedicated his life to the United States Navy for many years. Aaron was married to Mattie E Hunter in 1954. During their marriage they had four sons: Steven Hunter or Bakersfield California, Thomas Hunter of Bakersfield California, Jerald Hunter of Bakersfield California, and Dywane Hunter of Bakersfield California. Aaron also leaves behind 9 grandchildren Kristen Hunter, Jonathan Hunter, Kathryn Hunter, LaCrisha Hunter, Shantel Hunter, Jerry Hunter Jr, Brandyn Hunter, Brittine Hunter, and Dywane Hunter II. He also leaves behind 14…...
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Tarrion Alexander Riviere
Tarrion Alexander Riviere, age 30, a beloved Father, Husband, Son, Brother and Veteran, of Norfolk Virginia has passed away on 3 December, 2018. Tarrion was born and survived by his Mother, Gisela Acosta and Juan Riviere on 7 November, 1988. He was also, survived by his two children, Tristan age 6 and Abel age 2, wife Anita Zyskowski and four brothers, Jimmy Deloatch, Trevor Ardila, John Riviere and Ralph Riviere. April 2009, Tarrion made his…...
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James Franklin, III
James Franklin, III, 63, formerly of Chesapeake, VA passed away on December 2, 2018. He was born May 6, 1955. He was a graduate of Norfolk State University and University of Chicago. He was a retired Registered Respiratory Therapist and Neonatal Pediatric Specialist. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Sarah Franklin, Jr. and brother, William P. Franklin. He leaves to cherish his memory, his partner, James K. Aldrich, his sister, Nadeese Moore; his…...
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Marshall E. Ray, Sr.
Retired Chief Steward Marshall Edward Ray Jr., of Portsmouth, VA passed early Sunday morning on December 9, 2018 surrounded by his family. Affectionally known as Chief Ray, he was born on July 8, 1924 to the late Marshall E. Ray Sr., and the late Mamie Chisolm Ray in a small bayou community in Houma, Louisiana. Chief Ray joined the US Navy in September 1941 and was assigned to the USS Hornet October 1941. He served…...
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Charles A. Brockett
Charles A. Brockett of Chesapeake, Virginia, died peacefully in the evening hours of December 7, 2018, after a courageous battle with the illness that befell him. A native of Princess County (now Virginia Beach), Virginia, he was born on January 24, 1937, to the late Gideon Brockett and Allean Hider Brockett Mosley. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Mary Alice Brockett Clemmons and Olivia Brockett; his brothers: Forrest Brockett (Bernice) and Tommie Brockett;…...
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Elward L. Holman, Jr.
Elward Levon Holman Jr. was born in Fort Huachucha, Arizona on June 7, 1965 to Elward Levon Holman Sr and Blondie Renee Holman, peacefully entered into eternal rest with the Creator on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia surrounded by family and friends. Elward Levon Holman Jr. affectionately known as “Levon” and “June” to family friends, graduated from East Forsyth High School of the Winston Salem Forsyth County…...
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Fred Lee Stokley
The youngest of 9 Children, Fred Lee Stokley, was born in Hot Springs, North Carolina on August 3rd, 1939 to the late Mamie Maggie-Lean and Charles Stokley. Growing up Fred was a mountain kid who loved to climb the trees and swing from the vines. He was someone who just loved being outdoors. If Fred wasn’t out enjoying nature, he was at home reading his comics and playing videos. Fred attended schooling in North Carolina until his 2nd year at Stevens Lee High School,…...
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Lovies E. Gilliam, II
Lovies Edward Gilliam departed this life on 4 December 2018. He was born to the late Andrew Gilliam and Velma Dyson Gilliam on 25 May 1945. Lovies was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in 1963. Lovies was known for his interest in athletics and loved sporting activities. He often demonstrated his enthusiasm for his high school alma mater by traveling near and far…...
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Cynthia Elaine Gilliam
Cynthia Elaine Gilliam, age 66 of Norfolk, VA, departed this life Sunday December 2, 2018. She was born to the late Andrew Gilliam and Velma Dyson Gilliam on October 28, 1952. Cynthia was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and was a graduate of Maury High School in 1971. Cynthia had a love for helping people in need and was evidenced in her selection of the Nursing Profession as her career of choice. Cynthia’s…...
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Michael D. Watson
Michael D. Watson Sunrise: January 17, 1959 Sunset: December 5, 2018 On Wednesday, December 5, 2018, Michael D. Watson was called home to his eternal rest. He was born on January 17, 1959 to Alma Lee and David Watson in Philadelphia, PA. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, son, cousin, and friend. He was a member of Divine Trinity Gospel Ministry of Chesapeake, VA, under the leadership of Pastor Rev. B.C. Thomas and First…...
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Maisun Little Day
Maisun Levon Little passed away Friday, November 30, 2018 at Sentara Careplex Hospital. he was born to Erin Little on October 17, 2017 in Virginia Beach, VA. Maisun was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin. He had a smile that would light up a room. He loved dancing, laughing, playing with is older brother, but most of all loving his mother. During his time here on earth, he touched many lives and was…...
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Clyde W. Harrison
Clyde W. Harrison, 90, on Monday, December 3, 2018 the Angel of Silence took our beloved Clyde. He was born August 31, 1928 in Norfolk, VA. He retired as an Engineer. Clyde was a member of St. John AME Church of Norfolk, VA and was a member of 200 Plus Men. He leaves behind his loving wife, Zebodia John Harrison; children, Paulette Valentino and Paul Harrison; grandchildren, Valentino, Elijah and William Harrison....
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Millwood Lee Manning
Mr. Millwood Lee Manning, beloved father, grandfather and brother entered eternal rest on December 1, 2018. Millwood was born to the late Millwood Lee Sutton and Norma Odessa Manning. Millwood received his education in the Chesapeake Public School system. He was employed with the Trade Team, where he worked on various ships from 1980 until his death. Millwood was predeceased by his grandparents, Mr. Otis Sutton Sr., Ms. Mary Lee Sutton, Mr. Theodore Cherry, and…...
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James Edward Futrell
Now James is completely healed and happy because he is in the presence of the Lord and is with his beloved wife, Dorothy. On Thursday, November 29, 2018, James Edward Futrell, departed this life peacefully, surrounded by family, at the Maryview Medical Center Hospital located in Portsmouth, Virginia at the age of 76. He was born on December 5, 1941 in Murfreesboro, North Carolina to the late Sherman Brad Futrell and the late Ruby Mae (Peebles)…...
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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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