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Melvin Lacy
Words simply fail to convey the depth of our love and the weight of our loss as we invite you to recapture the wonderful memory of our beloved relative and friend, Mr. Melvin Lacy. Born on February 8, 1954, to Mary Lacy, Melvin grew up in the Norfolk, Virginia area, where he attended public school at Lott Carey Elementary School and Jacox Junior High School. For many years, he worked as a janitorial technician at…...
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Alarious Antone Perkerson
In loving memory of Alarious Antone Perkerson, born February 26, 1974, at Maryview Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia. He passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Alarious was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. Alarious was predeceased by his father, Wirtie Nelson Brickhouse. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Dorothy Perkerson, and one son, Eic Cannady of Philadelphia, two sisters, Demthria Perkerson of Portsmouth, VA, and Lamonda Brickhouse of Maryland, two brothers, Wirtie…...
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Timmie Anne Hardy
On the evening of February 25, 2025, Timmie quietly departed this world at the age of 86 years old. Timmie was born on March 24, 1938, in Mt. Carmel S.C. She was the daughter of Johnny E. McDuffie and Rosetta McDuffie. She was a retired nurse of over 30 years. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and went on to attend Norfolk State University. Timmie was married to John Hardy. She…...
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Michael Y. Lawrence
Michael Yarnell Lawrence was born on February 13, 1989, to the proud parents Regina Tabatha and Lawrence Hargrave. Predeceased by his stepfather, Anthony Jerome Hargrave. He is predeceased by two grandfathers, Willie E. Daniels and James A. Banks. He was a happy, playful, and all-around great person. He used to love to dance and listen to his favorite songs. He always had a big smile to light up the room. Michael leaves to cherish his…...
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Brian Whitfield, Sr.
Brian A. Whitfield, Sr., 58, of Maryland, passed away on February 13, 2025. He was born on September 5, 1966, in Norfolk, Virginia, and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep passion for the things that brought him joy. A proud graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA, Class of 1987, Brian was an avid sports fan with an unwavering love for football and basketball. He was a devoted…...
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Dail Hinton
Dail was born to the late Ernest L. Hinton, Sr. and Carrie Hinton. Sunrise: March 11, 1956, and Sunset: February 12, 2025, at 12:58 pm. God gave Dail her wings and took her home to be with him forever. Dail attended Norfolk Public Schools, where she graduated from Lake Taylor High School. Dail was a former member of Antioch Baptist Church in Berkley sections of Norfolk, Virginia. Upon leaving there, she came to New Hope…...
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Mark Powell
Mark Garfield Powell transitioned from this earthly life to eternal rest on February 21, 2025, with his wife by his side. He was born on August 12, 1967, in Queens, New York, to the late Arthur Powell and Mary Powell. He is predeceased in death by his two sisters, Gevonia Cropper and Jonella Powell. Mark graduated from August Martin High School in Rochdale, New York. He married the love of his life, Sophie, on June…...
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Charles Richardson
Charles B. Richardson, Jr. took the Lord’s hand to find eternal peace on January 30, 2025. Charles was born on November 7, 1941, in Kansas City, Kansas, to the late Opal Smith and Charles B. Richardson, Sr. Charles attended High school in Kansas. After finishing high school, he went to pursue a 20-year career in the United States Navy. After retiring from the Navy, he attended Norfolk State University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree…...
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Patrica Evon Gay
“Her unconditional love was our greatest gift, her laughter our sweetest memory, and her strength will forever guide us.” With deep love and cherished memories, we honor the life of Patrica Evon Gay (Jones), a devoted mother, a compassionate soul, and a guiding light to all who knew her. A proud graduate of Burke High School in Charleston, SC, and Virginia’s Certified Nursing Program, Patrica dedicated her life to caring for others as a Certified…...
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Zerlene C. Martin
Zerlene C. Martin found eternal peace when God called her home on February 23, 2025. Zerlene was born on September 8, 1974, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Jocelyn Woodward and Jeffery Martin. She was educated in the Chesapeake Public School System. Zerlene was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She could fry some chicken and bake some macaroni and cheese. Zerlene loved kids and would watch any baby. She loved a party, especially her birthday, and…...
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Ruby M. Johnson
Ruby Marietta “Pudd’n” Johnson, 72, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Born at Norfolk Community Hospital on July 26, 195,2, to the late James and Millie Walker, she lived and worked, respectfully, as a resident and employee in Norfolk, Virginia. Pudd’n graduated from Granby High School in Norfolk. Soon after graduating, she started working for Norfolk Human Resources for over 40 years. She worked in the Human Services Division as…...
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Bertha Lee Miles
On February 24, 2025, Bertha Lee Miles peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home at her residence in Norfolk, VA. Born on September 11, 1960, she was the sixth of nine children born to the late Eva and Meredith Miles. Bertha began her education in Norfolk Public Schools before her family relocated to Chesapeake, where she graduated from Oscar Smith High School in 1978. Following her passion for caregiving, she pursued her Nursing Assistant certification and…...
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Jay Lenard Barnes
Jay Lenard Barnes, 61, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Norfolk, VA. Born on December 27, 1963, Jay was known as a devoted father and husband and a friendly, hardworking individual throughout his life. Jay attended Crestwood Elementary School, followed by Jr. High School and High School in Illesheim, Germany, and graduated from TC Williams High School in Alexandria, VA. His career spanned several roles, including working part-time at a local grocery store, Food…...
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Roland Russell Ricks, Sr.
Our hearts are deeply saddened by the passing of our loved one. Roland Russell Ricks (86) was born July 18, 1938, in Chesapeake, VA, to the late Cora Ricks and Norman Edney, Sr. He attended Carver High. He was predeceased by his siblings Herman Ricks, Doris Hargrow, Clorinda Watson, John Ricks, Willie Lee Ricks, Norman Edney, Jr. He met his wife Rosalee Hunt and married on March 8, 1957, and they moved to Bridgeport, CT,…...
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Cynthia Denise Parker
On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, God called Cynthia Denise Banks Parker of Chesapeake, VA, home to rest. Cynthia, affectionately known as Cindy, was born on June 04, 1959, to the late James and America Banks. Cindy was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. She was an excellent homemaker who cooked three meals a day for her family. She was a great cook, and some of her most loved dishes were stewed potatoes, fried fish,…...
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Paul L. Jones
Paul L. Jones passed from labor to reward at the Medical Center of Aurora on February 6, 2025. Paul was a native of Norfolk, VA, born to the late Sarah Rosetta Jones (Reid) and Arthur Lee Jones on January 16, 1939. He is preceded in death by his brother, Arthur Lee Jones Jr. (Jean), sister, Sarah Lillian Jones, sister, Jean Audrey Siggal, and brother, Milton Alphonso Jones, Sr (Gladys). From an early age, Paul was…...
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Barbara Lorrine Lewis
Barbara Lorrine Lewis (Babysis) of Norfolk, Virginia, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1952, to the late Clifton L. Brooks and Essie L. Brooks in Newark, New Jersey. At a young age, her family relocated to Norfolk, Virginia, where she attended Norfolk Public schools. Barbara was a graduate of Norview High School. After graduation, she attended Norfolk State College and later became…...
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Andre L. Weaver
Andre L. Weaver, Sr. was born December 15, 1957, the 3rd child to Ethel and William Clarence Weaver. He quietly slipped into eternal rest on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Andre was raised in Suffolk, VA, where he attended John F. Kennedy High School and graduated with the class of 1976. He played the trumpet in the marching band, proudly representing the mighty Wolverines. Because him being the 3rd child, many of the teachers tell him…...
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Elizabeth L. Pitt
The life of our beloved Elizabeth Littlejohn Pitt, born October 15, 1928, departed from us all on February 23, 2025. She was the daughter of Gertrude Riddick Littlejohn and James Thomas Littlejohn. She was the third of five children. Elizabeth gave her life to Christ and was baptized at an early age. She was an active member of Metropolitan Baptist Church, serving in the church choir starting at the age of 12 under the direction…...
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Vanessa Stancel
Vanessa Yvette Stancel, age 67, departed this life on February 19, 2025, at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA, due to a host of medical challenges. She was born on January 30, 1958, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Vernon Thomas and Sallie Marie Stancel. Vanessa was preceded in death by her only male sibling, Melton T. Stancel, in 2004, and her sister Patrice in 2024. Affectionately called “Nessa,” she was the third youngest of…...
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Joseph W. Perry
Mr. Joseph W. Perry, also known as “Cool Pool” to family and friends of Chesapeake, Virginia, transitioned on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 80. He was the son of the Late Joseph and Evelena Perry. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Eloise Perry Clark and Portia Bell. His brother, Horace Riddick. Cool Pool received his education through the Chesapeake Public School Systems. He was a lifelong…...
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Darnell Rico Newton
Darnell Rico Newton was born on August 13, 1956, and passed away on February 17, 2025. He was the son of Albert William Newton and Celester Lee Newton. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his wife, Zebeth Newton, for over 27 years, his three brothers, Albert Newton, Sr. (Sonny), Howard Newton, and Albert Newton, Jr., and his four sisters, Doris Lewis, Jimmie Newton, Renea Ford, and Tammy Newtonn his brother-in-law, Hugh Morris Taylor, Jr.;…...
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George Benjamin Guy
George B. Guy, 72, of Norfolk, passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2025, at his residence. He was born June 10, 1952, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Joe Brown, Sr., and Laura L. Jackson. George attended Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA, and served in the United States Army with an honorable discharge. After his military career, he pursued a career with the shipyard, working for Industrial Marine Services (IMS), Marine Hydraulics, and…...
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Deloris F. Stern
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our beautiful and inspirational sister, Deloris Ann Foskey Stern on January 16, 2025. Deloris was born June 17, 1947, in Pitt County, Greenville, NC. She was the daughter of the late James L. and Essie D. Foskey. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Bernard Stern, a famous artist, and a sibling, Linwood Earl Foskey. Deloris was cremated in France, on January 31, 2025. At an…...
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Rachel R. Martin
In Loving Memory of Rachel Rena Martin With heavy hearts, we announce the transition of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Rachel Rena Martin, who entered eternal rest on Friday, February 21, 2025. Rachel was born on July 19, 1957, at District of Columbia General Hospital to the late Odell and Mabel Ruth Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Odell Daniel Jr. and Kathleen Daniel. Rachel lived a life deeply rooted in faith,…...
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Jacqueline “Jackie” Littlejohn Poe
Jacqueline Patricia “Jackie” Littlejohn Poe, 75, passed away on February 10, 2025, in Norfolk, Virginia. Born on September 3, 1949, in Bluefield, West Virginia, Jackie was a woman of deep faith and unwavering kindness, and she had a passion for music that touched countless lives. She graduated from Bluefield High School before earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Bluefield State College (now known as Bluefield State University). During her time at Bluefield…...
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Eric Earl Bacon
Eric Earl Bacon passed away on February 20, 2025, but his spirit, filled with warmth and joy, will live on in all of us. Bom on May 15, 1976, in Norfolk, Virgínia, to Mary Francis Bacon and the late Irvin Spencer. He was preceded in death by his father, Irvin Spencer; his twin sister, Eboni Bacon, with whom he shared an incredible bond; and his beloved Aunt Cecilia Hamlin (Aunt Cece). Eric’s religious background as a member of…...
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Frances E. Holloman
With Jesus’ joy, Frances Elizabeth Holloman was called to her eternal reward in the early hours of Monday morning, February 17, 2025. Our lives were forever changed as she peacefully slept, a smile on her face, knowing she was finally home. Frances was born on June 12, 1933, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Ralph and Gladys Sykes, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her beloved husband, James S. Holloman; her…...
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Erma E. Morrow
Erma Elizabeth Morrow, 84, the beloved matriarch of the Morrow family, peacefully passed away on February 18, 2025. Erma was born to Octavious McCoy and Cliftoria Washington on September 3, 1940. Erma dedicated her life to her children, and her greatest joy came from spending time with her children, grandchildren, family, and friends. Erma created an environment of open communication and unconditional support, empowering her children to pursue their dreams while always being there to…...
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Charles R. Williams
Charles Rementol Williams, also known as Chucky, Charlie, Shine, Uncle Chuck, and Dad, departed this earth on February 14, 2025. He was 68 years old. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles (Seaturtle) and Evelyn Williams, sister Gerline (Gerrie) and Vivian, and brother Larry. Chuck served in the Marines. After his discharge, he relocated to Long Island, where he worked several different jobs. After a while, he relocated to Indiana, where he worked until he…...
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Jacqueline P. Knight
Jacqueline Patricia Knight was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on June 7, 1944, to the late Sylvester and Alice Stevenson. She was the second born of eight children. Upon completion of her education in the Norfolk, Virginia Public School System, she pursued a long-term career in the healthcare industry as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She was cherished by all she served and primarily focused on the areas of Geriatrics and Home Health Care. As a young…...
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Jacob H. King
Mr. Jacob H. King, 81, aka (BIG JAKE) was born on October 21, 1943. He Loved Worshipping and Praising the Lord, The Lord opened the Gates of Heaven and welcomed him Home on February 17, 2025, where he’s resting! Born in Jacksonville, NC, he relocated to Norfolk, VA where he attended and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, he joined the Air Force after service in the military he worked for General Electric (GE),…...
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Brent Dion Lashley
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, Brent Dion Lashley, 48, departed this life and transitioned home to be with the Lord. Brent was born on February 19, 1976, in Portsmouth, VA to George Robert Lashley and Teresa Lashley. He was educated in Portsmouth and graduated in 1994 from the historic I.C. Norcom High School. He played the trumpet in the renowned Greyhounds Marching Band. As band parents, we participated in most band activities including parades, football…...
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Mary C. Faison
Synopsis of Mary’s Life Mary C. Faison of the late Cleveland Lockhart and Sallie Lockhart began her life on February 6, 1930, in Northampton County, North Carolina. At an early age, she confessed faith in Christ as her Lord and Savior. She was a dedicated and faithful member of Roanoke Chapel Baptist Church in Jackson, NC. Mary received her education through the public school system of Northampton County. She would often proudly talk about her…...
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Yvonne Nunley
Yvonne Nunley, 79, of Portsmouth, VA, was born October 6, 1945. Our Heavenly Father called her home on February 12, 2025. She attended Norfolk Public Schools, where she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. Yvonne worked and retired from the City of Portsmouth after twenty years of service. Yvonne loved being with her family and having gatherings for special occasions. Yvonne was predeceased by her parents, James and Annie Bell Wilkins; her husband, Walter…...
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Roland Bland
On February 11, 2025, an angel appeared at the bedside of Roland Bland and whispered and rocked him to sleep saying, “It’s time to come home, you’ve fought a long hard fight and ran a good race.” Come on home for your body is tired and your soul needs a rest. This is to certify that our loving husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, grandfather, and uncle slipped away from our midst on Tuesday, February 11, 2025,…...
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George Wilson Deloatch
Mr. George Wilson Deloatch departed this life to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Sentara Norfolk General Heart Hospital. Born on January 30, 1941, in Conway, NC, he was the son of Elmo Deloatch and Genola Powell Deloatch. George was a proud member of the Willis Hare High School class of 1961. After high school, at age 21, George relocated to Norfolk, Virginia, and worked at Norfolk General Hospital in various…...
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Veralese Holmes
Veralese Holmes a native of Norfolk Virginia, was born on September 14, 1952 to Robert and Veralese Thompson. Reese enjoyed cooking,knitting, singing, swimming, playing cards, watching movies and caring for her family. Although she has moved on to Glory, she will be greatly missed. She was loved and cherished by her family and friends....
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Elizabeth Mae Daniels
A Celebration of Life for Elizabeth Mae Daniels On January 6, 1954, Elizabeth Mae Daniels, affectionately known as “Honeybun,” was born to the late Leon and Pearl Bell. The ninth of sixteen children, she was raised in a home filled with love, resilience, and strong family bonds—values she carried with her throughout her life. Elizabeth attended Lincoln High School in Jersey City, NJ, and later pursued further education in Newark, NJ, at Wilfred Beauty School.…...
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Wilber E. Strayhorn
Wilber Earl Strayhorn, a devoted husband, father, veteran, and friend, departed this life on February 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of selfless generosity, wisdom, and enduring faith. A man of unwavering kindness, quiet strength, and deep love for family and community. A proud U.S. Army veteran, he joined the military in 1965 with an honorable discharge. He served our country with valor and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals. After a…...
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