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Geraldine L. Butts
Geraldine L. Butts peacefully transitioned into eternal rest into the Lord’s loving arms on Friday, July 7, 2023. Geraldine (was the fourth of five daughters) born on April 4, 1930 in Norfolk, VA to the late Edward Mays and Ida Ferebee Mays. She was also predeceased by her husband of forty-seven years Raymond Butts. She was educated in the Norfolk Public School system graduating from Booker T Washington high school in 1948. In later years…...
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Hugh Raymond Williamson, Jr.
The Life and Legend of Hugh Raymond Williamson Jr. Hugh affectionately called “Bogie”, was born on January 14, 1948, in Portsmouth, Virginia and took his wings on July 08, 2023, at Mayrview Medical Center surrounded by his family. He accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of St. John Baptist Church in Portsmouth, VA rededicating his life. Although, he was a member at St. John Baptist Church, he served on the music ministry…...
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Eula Mae O’Neal
Mother Eula Mae Oneal 82, was born May 4, 1941 to the late Mary E. Watson and Milton B. Watson. She departed this life on July 8, 2023 at Norfolk General Hospital. She was the widow of JM Oneal. Mother Oneal had five children, she is survived by Edward “Wayne” Watson of Goldsboro NC and Diane M. Coleman of Norfolk Va. Three whom is preceded in death. Jim “David” Watson, Maurice Watson and Susan Ann…...
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Naman Sylvester Williams
Naman Sylvester Williams born October 18, 1933 to Raleigh and Caroline Stokley Williams. Naman grew up in North Carolina and attended New Land High School. Naman had to drop out of high school to help support his family. He had five siblings… two sisters Jannie and Beatrice and three brother… George, Raleigh Jr and David. Both Naman’s parents and all his siblings are deceased. Naman and Nellie grew up together. They fell in love and…...
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Bernice Willey
Surrounded by her loving family, Bernice Davis Willey, a beloved daughter of God, was called to her heavenly home on July 8, 2023. Born on January 29, 1934, in Lane, South Carolina, Bernice was the fifth child of Mariah “Curly” Dozier Davis and John A. Davis, and a cherished sister to six siblings. Growing up in Lane, a small town near Kingstree (Williamsburg County), South Carolina, Bernice faced numerous challenges. Opportunities for minorities and women…...
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Rev. Dr. Linnard McCoy
Rev. Dr. Linnard McCoy was born in Durham, North Carolina on July 9, 1936 to the late Conway Burton and Maggie Odessa McCoy. He was loving raised by the late Atlas and Willie Beatrice McCoy Dunlap who not only dedicated their life but loved him unconditionally. Surrounded by his wife minister Rita McCoy, family and dear friends he transitioned peacefully into the Father’s arms on July 7, 2023 at his residence at the age of 86. In addition…...
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Viola Marie Madison
Viola Marie Madison of Virginia Beach, Virginia, departed this life on July 4, 2023. Born to parents Leon Haynes and Maybelle Haynes of the Little Neck community of Virginia Beach, Viola spent her life dedicated to her family and her community. She and her husband, the late James Hugo Madison, Sr., raised a family in the now historical neighborhood of L & J Gardens. Viola earned a bachelor’s degree from Bluefield State University in Bluefield,…...
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Thomas Clifton David
On July 2. 2023, God called Thomas C. David (TC) to be with him. At the age of 80, he died at the Silvertree Senior of Portsmouth apartments. He was born September 27, 1942, Portsmouth, VA to the late Rebecca Nixon and Thomas C. Davis. He was preceded by (2) brother; Edmond V. David, Robert T. David, sister: Delores S David and son (Jarvis) Thomas leaves to cherish his memories of surviving brother Calvin W. David…...
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Robert Cleveland Lamb
Our beloved Robert Cleveland Lamb, Jr. made his transition from this earth to dwell with his Heavenly Father on Friday, June 30, 2023. He was born in Norfolk County, Virginia to Nora Lamb and Robert C. Lamb, Sr. on October 3, 1932. After the death of Robert Sr., Nora married Daniel Turner, and their union of love was firmly woven together. Through this union, they shared the rearing Robert Jr. Robert matriculated through Norfolk County schools, graduating from Norfolk…...
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Armanda Louis Warren
Our Beloved Mom and Grandmother, Armanda Louis Roscoe-Warren was born April 14,1932 in Windsor, North Carolina. Her spirit was lifted up on June 4, 2023 in Chesapeake, Virginia and has journeyed Home to be with the Lord, God Heavenly Father at the age of 91. While here on earth as a young girl, her parents were Mary Riddick and Louis Roscoe. She was raised by her grandfather, Minister Medicus Andrew Horton Riddick and attended WS…...
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Keith Patrick McNair
The family requests that guests wear white to the service. In lieu of flowers we ask that a donation be made to the Keith P. McNair Memorial Fund at Norfolk Collegiate High School. Donations can be mailed to: Norfolk Collegiate 7336 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23505 Condolences may be offered to the family at: www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com....
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Robert Lee Brown
Robert Lee Brown entered into eternal rest on June 29, 2023 at his home in Portsmouth Virginia. Robert was born on June 11, 1961 to Archie and Ruby Brown. He was the sixth of seven children. Robert was born and raised in Portsmouth Virginia where he attended Portsmouth Public Schools. He briefly resided in Greensboro North Carolina and Baltimore Maryland. Robert was a General Labor by trade and also a jack of all trades, if…...
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Helena W. Joyner
Helena W. Joyner slipped quietly and peacefully into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father early Thursday morning, June 29, 2023 at Autumn Care Nursing Home, Chesapeake, Virginia. Helena was born December 2, 1931 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Mattie Williams and John Edmonds, Sr. She was preceded in death by brothers, John Edmonds, Jr., Raymond Edmonds; son-in-law, Eugene W. Colbert. Helena accepted the Lord at an early age. She was a former member…...
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Betty J. Nelson
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love His appearing.” II Timothy 4:7-8 Betty Pearl Johnson Nelson was born on November 19, 1947, and departed this earthly life and entered eternal life…...
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Juanita C. Taylor
Celestine “Juanita” Wray Taylor, wife of Rod Taylor transitioned on June 28, 2023. “…I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith…” The one whom we memorialize at this time personified this text. We know that character is one of the most beautiful things in life. Juanita Taylor lived a beautiful life-one of character and dignity. She had a “sassy” way about her that generated great presence. She touched everyone…...
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Lillie Lee Ward
Mother Lillie L. Ward was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 30, 2023. She was born on June 24, 1934 in Greenville, North Carolina, to John Perkins and Hattie Langley. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband of 49 years, Stephen Ward; her daughters, Rosa Ward and Desarie Ward; her sons, Joseph Ward and Levone Ward. Mother Ward led a fulfilling life centered around her family and church. She gave…...
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Devine Samone Campbell
Devine Samone Campbell entered eternal life on June 24, 2023 after a long battle with Sickle Cell Anemia. Devine was born on February 28, 1979 to Denise Campbell and the late Herbert J. Campbell. She spent her childhood growing up between New London, CT and Harlem, NY. She graduated from New London High School and went on to complete college at Three Rivers Community College and The Sawyer School. Before her battle with Sickle Cell increased Devine worked as…...
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Everett Duane Byrd
On Monday, June 26, 2023 Everett Duane Byrd passed away. He was sixty seven years old. Everett was born on April 17, 1956 to Lavern and Ann Byrd. Everett lived many years in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Bushwick High School, and then joined the Armed Forces. He joined the Navy July 17, 1973. He served two years as a machinist. He was honorably discharged on January, 31, 1975. Byrd as he was known…...
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Michael S. Starks
Michael Sheron Starks was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 19, 2023. Michael was born on May 20, 1953, to the late Marry Elizabeth Starks in Portsmouth, VA and was the oldest of 3 children. At an early age, Michael was baptized and received Jesus Christ becoming a member of St. John Baptist Church Michael was a former employee of The Circle Restaurant and Roger Browns restaurants in Portsmouth, VA.…...
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Linda Jean Hearne
On June 26, 2023 Reverend Linda Hearne passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at the age of 75. She obtained her Doctorate of Divinity from Princeton University. Her Life was dedicated to the Ministry of others, evangelizing and sharing The Word of Jesus Christ, which she did in 6 continents. She leaves behind her husband of 31 years, Reverend Newberry Hearne; her two children, Paul and Marie; her step sons, Clinton and…...
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Peggy C. Moore
“Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her. There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all.” –Proverbs 31:28-29 NIV Our family is so proud to celebrate the legacy of Peggy C. Moore (Suffolk, VA) who departed this life and went home to be with her Lord on the morning of June 25, 2023. Peggy is the fourth of eight children born to the late Samuel O. and…...
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