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Lola B. Wilson
Lola B. Wilson is a retired Computer Systems Analyst from Federal Civil Service. Her varied career experiences included being CEO of a Consulting Business, Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), Computer Specialist for Naval Supply Center Norfolk, and Computer Specialist and Supply Systems Quality Assurance Manager. She received many awards and certificates of excellence during her career. Some of her professional experiences included being past president of the Women’s Network of Hampton Roads, American Business and…...
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Kenneth Lee Sutton
Kenneth Lee Sutton, 72, of Norfolk, Virginia passed away on August 5, 2023. Kenneth was a native of Edenton, North Carolina and studied at Elizabeth City State University, before moving to Norfolk, Virginia in the 1970s. Kenneth, or “Kenny,” which everyone affectionately called him, worked as a delivery driver for Aramark for 18 years. He started his own janitorial and carpet cleaning business in 1991. Kenny was predeceased by his parents, William Henry Sutton, Sr.…...
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Kharee Jamar Scott
Kharee Jamar Scott was a cherished son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. He was born on November 27, 2006 and tragically left us on July 29, 2023. Though his time on this earth was brief, his impact and love touched the lives of many. Kharee was a bright and compassionate, Christian young man who loved the Lord. He gave his life to Christ at the young age of 8 years old when he decided to get…...
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Estella Davis
On July 30, 2023 God called his child, Estella Davis home to gain her heavenly wings. Estella was born in Scotland Neck, North Carolina on November 30, 1947. She was the daughter of the late Blanche Anthony Davis and Ellison Davis. She was known by “Stella Mae” or “Stella” by family and friends. She was raised in Norfolk, Virginia. Being educated in the Norfolk Public School system, she attended Booker T. Washington High School. She had relocated to Philadelphia for some years then…...
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Elnora Delores Smith
Dr. Elnora Delores Smith entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 30, 2023, in the comfort of her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was called “Lois” by her family and close friends. She was born on April 2, 1944, to the late Mary L. Wooden and Joseph Sellers Sr. Dr. Elnora Smith graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in 1962. While attending Norfolk State University 3 nights a week, she became one of the…...
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Gene Barry Hill
Gene “Barry” Hill was born on July 24, 1959 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Dorothy M. Hill and Michael Dudley. The Lord called him home on July 30, 2023. Barry was educated in the Norfolk public school system. Barry had a magnetic personality and was known for his love of playing dominoes and spades with friends and family. He was passionate about basketball, but always felt disadvantaged due to his height. He never let…...
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Jerry A. Montague
Jerry Augustus Montague was born February 3, 1950, in Baltimore, MD. He fell asleep in death on July 5, 2023. Jerry was educated in the Baltimore City school system and furthered his education in Baltimore at Coppin State College. He worked at Hochschild Kohn’s Department Store and also worked in the cleaning business with his brothers Kevin and Dwayne. Jerry enjoyed astronomy and viewing the solar system with his family using his own handmade telescope.…...
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Alisha Sheree Roberson Bynum
Alisha Sheree Roberson Bynum has transitioned from this earthly realm and is now resting, until the trumpet the sounds....
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Dewonte T. Carter “Mankie”
De’Wonte Tashad Carter, known to many as “Mankie”, 34, passed away peacefully July 21, 2023. He was born on September 30, 1988 in Irvine, California to James and Cynthia Williams. Did you know De’Wonte, Mankie, Carter, Ari, Taye, or Keon? No matter which one you knew, he was a kind and caring person who loved to be around great and positive vibes. His pursuits in life were driven by his keen and inquisitive nature. The…...
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Bessie Luvenia Harris
Bessie Luvenia Harris 91, passed away on July 22, 2023. She was born in Chesapeake, VA to the late Vernon Harris and Bessie J. Harris. Bessie was predeceased by her son, Terrance (Pee Wee) Harris; sister, Reginal Harris; brothers, Lafayette and Carey A. Harris. Bessie graduated from Providence High School and retired from Sentara Norfolk after 27 years as a Quality Health Care Department. Her church membership was held at Bethany Baptist Church and was…...
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Valerie Jean Caffey
Valerie Jean Caffey, 47, passed away on July 22, 2023. She was born Easter Sunday, April 18, 1976 in Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia and raised in Chesapeake, Virginia. She is the youngest daughter to George and the late Judy Caffey. Waiting to greet her in heaven is her loving mother Judy Caffey and beloved grandparents, aunts and uncles and cousin, Thomas Williams. She graduated from Deep Creek High School in 1994 and attended Norfolk…...
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Willie Samuel Carter, Sr.
Our beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle and friend Willie Samual Carter also known as “Pete or Peaches” was born May 22, 1965 in Norfolk, Va to Shirley Christian-Carter & Larry Christian Sr. as their first born. He was educated in Norfolk Public schools, he joined the military at a young age & continued residing in Norfolk majority of his life married to his wife of 43 years and raising their children & grandchildren. “I will…...
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Mary Marie Blanks
(Father, give us the peace that surpasses all understanding as we start this homegoing service. Give us the strength to share our beautiful moments with Mary Marie (Lamison) Blanks, our beloved departed. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.) Mary Marie (Lamison) Blanks was born July 18, 1942, to Winget and Beatrice Lamison. Mary grew up with eight siblings on a farm. Although farm life accommodations were less than desirable, the family prospered with love, encouragement,…...
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Lloyd Jackson
Lloyd Jackson, 85, affectionately called “Jack”, passed away July 21, 2023 in Suffolk, Virginia. He was born to Mary Annie Purifoy, and Virgil Jackson, on August 27, 1937 in Alabama where he completed his education in the Alabama school system. He worked as an airplane mechanic until he retired at Grumman in New York. He later opened his own business called Dynamic Enterprise, in which he worked on hydraulic cylinders. He worked until the day…...
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Zena A. Steele
On Tuesday July 18, 2023, shortly after 12:30pm, the Lord summoned one of his earthly angels’ home to be one of his heavenly angels. Zena A. Steele was and is that angel. We know that she is sharing her love, laughter, and giving spirit in her new heavenly home. Zena A. Turner was born on February 20, 1961 in Portsmouth, VA to Mr. Frankin R. Turner and the late Evelyn M. Turner. She attended Deep Creek High School where she received…...
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Marion Estella Lamb
MARION ESTELLA LAMB was born in Chesapeake, Virginia on September 2, 1934 to the late Katherine Simons Lamb and Luke Lamb. Marion was a resident of Virginia until July 15, 1945, she moved to Jersey City, New Jersey where she received her high school diploma from Henry Snyder High School and attended Salem Baptist Church. Marion was a very proud mother and didn’t want to rely on anyone for help, so she pursued a Nursing…...
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Clifford D. Rice
Clifford D. Rice, 68, died unexpectedly on July 29, 2023 in Chesapeake. He was born April 15, 1955 in Garfield, Ohio, the son of Clifford Walter and Norma (Persons) Rice. Clifford graduated from John F. Kennedy High School Class of 1973, Cleveland, Ohio. Graduate of University of Akron in Finance, Akron, Ohio. Following graduation he served with the U.S. Army active duty in Germany during the Vietnam War in the Mobile Electrical Engineer Command. He…...
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Earlene D. Speller
Our beloved Earlene Delores Painter Speller,80 years of age, on July 10, 2023, departed to her heavenly home with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Earlene was born to the late Morris and Earlene Painter on July 16, 1944, in Norfolk, VA. She was the middle child, two preceded her in death, David Painter, and Steven painter. Earlene completed her education through Norfolk Public Schools, where she graduated with honors from Booker T. Washington in…...
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David Owen Pearson, Jr.
David Owen Pearson, Jr. was born on August 11, 1961 in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late David Owen Pearson, Sr. and Elnora Francine Pearson. He was the first-born child of four children. Owen received his educational training through Portsmouth Public Schools. Owen was employed with Ray’s Janitorial Service until his health failed him. Owen was a believer in Jesus Christ. He was a great artist; he could draw anything and fix numerous things. Owen was…...
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Samuel Harrison
Samuel Harrison went home to be with his Heavenly Father on July 16, 2023. He was the first born to the late Alston (Buddy) and Daisie Vermell Harrison on March 2, 1947. Affectionately known to his family as “Boogie” was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and was a graduate of the Booker T. Washington class of 1965. He went on to serve in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. “Boogie” was employed…...
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Phillip Carlton Robinson
Phillip Carlton Robinson was born in Norfolk, Virginia on August 22, 1949 to the late Arthur W. Robinson, Jr. and Mary E. Robinson. He made his exit from this earthly realm and entered into his eternal home during the early morning hours of July 15, 2023 after a lengthy illness. Phillip, affectionatly known as Yoke, grew up in the close knit community of Crestwood. He was active in the Boy Scouts at an early age…...
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