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Kalynn Aaliyah Riggsbee-Jones
Infant Kalynn A. Riggsbee-Jones, two months, passed away on September 18, 2024, in Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake, Va. Kalynn was born on June 25, 2024, in Norfolk, VA, to her parents, Shanea Riggsbee and Deveion Jones. She weighed 7 pounds and 5 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is survived by her parents, Shanea Riggsbee and Deveion Jones, her sisters, Alayna Riggsbee and Arielle Riggsbee-Jones, and her brother, Kingston Riggsbee....
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Grace Abernathy Porter
Grace Welma Abernathy Porter was born on July 03, 1952, in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was the second child of the late Thomas and Theresa Abernathy. Grace was baptized as a child at Ebenezer Baptist Church where she was a lifelong member. Grace worshipped and was a dutiful member of the church choir. Grace attended I.C. Norcom High School, graduating in 1970. Grace began her career working for the City of Portsmouth as an Intermediate Clerk…...
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Lynethe McCoy
Lynethe McCoy, affectionately known as “Lynette,” peacefully transitioned to her final resting place on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Born on October 13, 1944, in Edenton, North Carolina, Lynethe was a cherished daughter, devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and friend to many. Growing up in a faith-based home, Lynethe dedicated her life to the Lord at an early age. She was surrounded by music, forming a part of the celebrated Hathaway Singers, a musical group that brought…...
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Ray Anthony Heard, Sr.
Ray Anthony “Bear” Heard Sr. was born on April 30, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Allen Heard Sr. and Mary Alice Heard. He attended Baton Rouge Public Schools in his early years, later graduating from McKinley Senior High School, where he played football as a guard. Ray was one of the best! Soon after high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he was…...
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Joyce Annette Simmons
When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. 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 31:26-29 Joyce Annette Simmons was born on March 18, 1956, in Portsmouth, VA. She was the daughter of Horace & Margaret Worsley. Joyce, affectionately…...
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Deante J. Fields
Deante J. Fields of Norfolk, VA, slipped from time into eternity on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Deante was affectionately known as “Dee” to those who knew and loved him. Dee was born on March 21, 1994. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and the Norfolk Technical Center, Securing a Certificate in Electrical Work. Dee graduated from Norview High School in 2013. Dee loved life and lived by his own rules. Dee was…...
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Carolyn Daniels
Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengths me” Carolyn Daniels, a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, friend, and a woman of God, unexpectedly left Earth and was called to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Carolyn Daniels was born on May 25, 1955, in Portsmouth, VA, to the late Deacon Miles Elliott and Deaconess Margaret Elliott. She was the youngest of five siblings, which included sister Barbara Riddick…...
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Carroll Darnice Harris
On September 19, 2024, God whispered, “It’s time” to His daughter, Carroll Darnice Pope Harris. She was born July 6, 1955, to the late William and Iris Pope. She was the eldest of their three children. Carroll grew up knowing who God is and made the choice to follow Him. Carroll was educated in the Portsmouth School System and graduated from Manor High School in 1973. There, she developed a love for playing the clarinet…...
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Velma Delores Cartwright
Velma (Lil Sister) Delores Cartwright was born to Sarah Cartwright Fentress and Claud Nixon on June 3, 1961, in Norfolk, Virginia. Velma, who attended Norfolk Public Schools, was known and loved by many. Velma is predeceased by her parents and brothers, Eugene Cartwright and Paul Cartwright. She is survived by two sisters, Roberta Wilson (Bernard) of Chesapeake, VA, and Margaret Cartwright of Norfolk, VA, one niece, Crystal Cartwright of Upper Marlboro, MD, one great-niece, Melia Jonas…...
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Andrew Donald Patterson, Sr.
We have gathered today with family and friends to celebrate the life of Andrew Donald Patterson., Sr., known as Andy to family but affectionately called “Andycapp” by his loving wife Miranda of twenty-two years. He took the hand of the Lord quietly and peacefully as his wife comforted him during his transition. Andy was born in Philadelphia, PA., to the late Willie James Moody and Viola Patterson on September 29, 1956. Andy grew up in…...
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Dorothy S. Moore
Dorothy Spruell Moore, affectionately known as Dot, was born April 26,1936, in Oak City, North Carolina to the late Amos and Arrena Spruill. Dorothy received her formal education in the Martin County School System. Dorothy was married to Earnest J. Moore, Sr., for 44 years and to their union, three children were born. Dorothy was a stay-at-home mother and after her children were older, dedicated her life to service to others as a private housekeeper…...
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Keith Tyrone Parsons
Keith Parsons, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, Virginia, passed away in his hometown, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to his family. Born on January 27, 1959, Keith’s life was a testament to the power of joy and the importance of family. Keith was the beloved son of Thaddeus Parsons and Beulah Taylor. He was preceded in death by his cherished brothers, Thomas Parsons and Thaddeus Parsons (Cheryl). Keith’s memory will forever…...
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Artie “Buddy” Harris
Artie Harris, 88, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Portsmouth Health Rehabilitation Center. He was born on January 28, 1936, in Chesapeake County to the late George and Hester Harris. Arti, called “Buddy” loved to raise horses and hunt in his younger years in Deep Creek. He was united in holy matrimony to Mary Elizabeth Harris. They were married for 61 years before her passing on December 21, 2016. Artie and Mary lived…...
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Sylvia Denise White
She was born on June 26, 1964, and passed on August 26, 2024. Sylvia joined her son, Clayton McRath; husband, Raymond White; mother, Barbara Jean Webb; grandmother, Gertrude; father, Sam McRath, and stepfather Anthony Webb; sisters, Sabrina McRath, Earnel McRath and Monica Harris. Sylvia was born in Owensboro, KY to Barbara Jean Webb and Jesse Richard Harris. She was the 6th out of 7 children on her mother’s side. She went to Owensboro High School,…...
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Betty Jean Fagan
Betty J. Fagan, a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and favorite aunt to all was born on December 11, 1952 to Fannie Moore and Hayward Everette. She was born in Norfolk Community Hospital and remained a Norfolk native. Betty attended Norfolk public schools and graduated from Lake Taylor Senior High. After graduating she began a career of community service with the City of Norfolk. She worked in the public school system for 5 years. She…...
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Derrick Lamont Piersawl
Derrick Lamont Piersawl, 50, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in the hospital surrounded by loved ones after battling acute myeloid leukemia for over two years. Derrick was born on April 12, 1974, to Michael Ray and Linda Deloris Piersawl. Derrick graduated from Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake, Virginia in 1993, where he played football (awarded the honor of Most Valuable Athlete as a Defensive Lineman in 1992), and baseball…...
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Morris Lee Jones
Morris Lee Jones was born to Henry Jones Sr. and Ruth B. Jones on January 29, 1943, in Franklin, VA. He was a 1961 graduate of Hayden High School, where he enjoyed playing football and other sports. Morris served in the United States Navy from 1966-1969. He matriculated to Norfolk State College, where he obtained a BA degree in Art Education. He taught art at the prison in Emporia, VA, before being employed by the state…...
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Janice Beatrice Richardson
Janice Beatrice Richardson was born 1957 in Gary, Indiana to James Richardson and Dorothy Lee Robinson on Christmas Day. Janice spent all her childhood and teenage years in Gary, Indiana. She graduated from the historic Roosevelt High School, class of 1976. In her later years, Janice and her mother relocated to Virginia, where she found work in the banking industry working at Nations Bank and Bank of America. Janice had a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems. In 2004,…...
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Apostle James Alvesta Hampton
The Story of Apostle James Hampton… Entrepreneur, Leader, Servant of God, and Family Man On October 10, 1948, in Washington, D. C., Apostle James Alvesta Hampton was born to the late Elder Joshua A. Hampton, Sr. and Sis. Catherine Tate Hampton. He had an amazing life for 75 years,11 months and five days. His life as a youth was non-traditional because his dad was a “Pastor” whose journey took him to many places. He graduated…...
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Rudolph Anthony Graham, Sr.
On September 15, 2024, Rudolph Anthony Graham, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord. He was the loving husband of Everlena Graham, with whom he shared 67 years of marriage. She was truly the love of his life. Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Rudolph, better known as “Tony,” attended Fort Lauderdale Public Schools. Tony worked at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA for many years until he retired. Tony served in the…...
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Alice Elaine Walden
Alice Frances Elaine Walden (nee Watford), age 90, went home to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 14, 2024. She was born in Norfolk, VA, on January 16, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Luther and Eula Watford. Alice graduated from Booker T Washington High School, class of 1952. She retired from the Norfolk Public School System, Norfolk Technical Vocational Center, with over 25 years of service. Until her…...
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Preston Douglas Vaughan, Jr.
Preston Douglas Vaughan, Jr., father and friend, passed away on September 13, 2024, at the age of 81. Born in Portsmouth, VA, on November 21, 1942, Preston was the oldest child of the late Preston D. Vaughan Sr. and Bernice Vaughan (née Pearson). He spent the first 10 years of his life in his beloved Douglas Park before the family moved to Pine, now Peach, Street, within the Lee Ward/North Brighton neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA.…...
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Brenda Diane Smalls
Brenda Diane Smalls, 70, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024 at Sentara Leigh Hospital. She was born on October 30, 1953 in Murfreesboro, NC. She was the oldest daughter of the late Richard C. Bynum and Cleoria V. Bynum. Brenda was known to family members by her middle name “Diane”. Shortly after graduating from I. C. Norcom High School in 1972, she went to work for the General Electric Company for 10 years and…...
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George Wendell Payton
On Tuesday evening, September 10, 2024. Our Father chose George Wendell Payton to join the Heavenly Choir. George was born on July 30, 1941, to the late Hayes A. and Georgia M. Payton. Born into a large and singing family, some of their most joyous times were spent singing together as the Payton Family Singers traveled around the Tidewater area. George would go on to sing through his school years, joining with his brothers, Halsey,…...
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Arthur Lee Jackson
On an early Wednesday morning, September 11, 2024. Mr. Arthur L. Jackson (AJ) was called to his eternal resting place. Arthur was born on September 8, 1953. He was born to Arthur Jackson and Elizabeth Jackson. Arthur was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and attended Booker T. Washington High School. He was employed at Smithfield Packing and King Food for many years. He retired from Smithfield Packing, and after retirement, he worked for…...
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Cornelious Lamon Hawkins
Cornelious L Hawkins “Corn” was born to Belinda Hawkins and Cornelious Johnson Jr. on July 11, 1979, in Norfolk, VA, and passed away on September 9, 2024, at the age of 45. Cornelious attended Norfolk Public School, where he graduated from Lake Taylor High School in 1998. Corn was an active band member playing the baritone. Corn also attended VoTech, participating in the welding program, and later joined the Newport News Apprentice School. Cornelious would…...
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Josephine Edgerton Brown
Josephine Edgerton Brown received her wings on September 10, 2024 in Virginia Beach. She was preceded in death by her parents, Victoria Wilder and William Henderson Edgerton, and daughter Jeryl Joyner. Affectionately known as “Jo,” by her family and friends, she was a native of Norfolk and an educator in the Norfolk Public School system, for over 30 years. She retired in 1987. Jo graduated from Virginia State College in 1952 with a Bachelor of…...
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Bette Ruth Bryant
Bette Ruth Bryant passed away on Monday August 26, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born on February 17, 1936 in Overton, Texas to Bud Howard and Josephine Daniels. Bette was one of nine siblings and the last remaining. She was affectionately known to her family as “Betsy”. Bette was married to H.B. Sr. for 72 wonderful years. They were married in San Diego, CA and shortly after made Virginia their home. Bette graduated from…...
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Jamel Maleek Jones
God said you were getting weary, so he did what he thought was best. He came and stood beside you and whispered, “come with me and rest.” You bade no one a last farewell, not even a goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, God called home Jamel Maleek Jones to eternal rest. Jamel was born April 26, 2006, to parents Shunell Jones and Irving Jones. …...
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Marjorie E. Lee
Marjorie Lee slept quietly away on September 8, 2024, at her residence. She was born in Yonkers, New York, September 22, 1929, to the late John Edward and Beatrice Marjorie Etheridge. Marjorie was one of six children. When her mother died at a very young age, her father entrusted his children to the care of his father and mother to raise. Marjorie received her education in Portsmouth Public schools and attended I. C. Norcom High…...
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Sallie M. Mercer
Sallie M. Mercer Chesapeake – On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, God called Sallie M. Mercer home. Sallie was born on July 23, 1941, to the late Horace Cuffee and Aramenta Smith Cuffee in Norfolk County VA. Sallie was predeceased by her parents Horace and Aramenta Smith Cuffee, brothers Howard K. Cuffee, and Lemuel Cuffee (Little Bra), sister Armentia B. Cuffee, and son Martin Luther Mercer. Sallie leaves to cherish in her memory her husband Bruce…...
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Johnie L. Silver
Johnie Langham Silver was the fifth child born to Otis & Rachel Silver on July 6, 1951 in Boykins, Virginia. With Christ as his personal Savior, he fell asleep in death at home on September 3, 2024 (age 73) with full confidence, knowing he would be in God’s care and memory. He is predeceased by his parents, Otis & Rachel Silver; Stepfather-Clarence Hoskie Sr.; son-Johnie Silver, Jr.; daughter-Catrina Haskins; brother-Calvin Silver; sister-Mary McDonald and favorite…...
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