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Emily Hinton Davis
On June 12th, 2023, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend and iconic super woman Emily Hinton Davis transitioned at the age of 77, to be with our Lord and Savior. Emily was born on August 16th, 1945, in Pughsville Suffolk County, located in Virginia. She was the daughter of the late James Hinton and Mary Steadman (Hinton). She was the 3rd oldest out of 7 siblings and is predeceased by her three brothers Samuel and…...
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Rodney V. Ritenour
On Wednesday, June 14th, 2023, Rodney Van Ritenour, father, granddad, and brother passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 56 years old. Rodney was a lifelong Norfolk resident and a staple in the area’s flooring industry for 37 years. He has served the community by taking on various jobs at the local children’s hospital CHKD and their outpatient offices, the local area courthouses, and even the Brock Cancer Center where he spent…...
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Willie Lee Coston, Sr.
Through His love and wisdom God reached out and beckoned our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Willie Lee Coston, Sr. also known as “Chill Bill” or “Billy”to depart this life in the evening on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Billy was born on April 3, 1941, to the late Wesley and Mary Coston in Gates County and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia. He was the youngest son of sixteen (16) children. He attended I.C. Norcom…...
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Gary Wilson
Gary Wilson, 60, was born in Chesapeake, Virginia, on March 5, 1963, to the late Charlie Wilson and Helen Wilson. He graduated from Oscar Smith High, and then went into the Army. He leaves to cherish his memories, his former wife, Patricia Wilson. His six children, Tiffany Miniweather (Reginald), John Motley, Pasafanie Speight, Evrick Speight, Sir Gary Wilson, and Sire Wilson. Gary was blessed to have 13 grandchildren who called him POP-POP, whom he adored.…...
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Lee Wesley Smith, Sr.
Our beloved father and loving husband, Lee Wesley Smith, Sr. passed away peacefully in his home in Spotsylvania VA on June 6, 2023, at the age of 87. He lived a life of service to God, his church, the community and others. He was involved in and led various civic and community organizations where he held significant roles. He was an Army Veteran and worked in the Federal Civil Service for 30 years where he…...
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Dr. Rosalyn J. Ewing-Brown
Dr. Rosalyn Juanita (Lawrence) Ewing Brown born to the late Mildred Vass and James W. Lawrence, Jr. on January 14, 1937, in Norfolk Virginia. Rosalyn affectionately called “Roz” by her closest friends was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and dear friend to all who knew her. She had one brother, Elston Fitzgerald, two sisters Peggy Stith and Carol Stith (deceased). In 1953, she married the late Andrew C. Person, Sr. to whom her…...
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Geraldine R. Matthis
Geraldine Henley was born September 26, 1940, to the late Guy Justice Henley and Lillie Mae Brown Henley. There to greet and welcome her coming, were big brother Guy Walter Henley and big sister Carrie Henley. Nine years later another sibling joined the family. They formed a strong bond. The bond between the sisters was especially strong. They were each other’s best friend and primary playmate. They enjoyed the same activities dolls, jump rope, tea…...
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Brandon Lee Martin
Brandon Lee Martin affectionately known as “Doe Boi” passed away peacefully and quietly on Monday, June 5, 2023. He grew up in Norfolk, VA, where he was loved by many. Brandon attended the Norfolk Public School System. He later decided to follow his passion by obtaining employment as a cook. He was currently working as a Lead Cook at Stripers Seafood Restaurant at Waterside. During his spare time Brandon loved spending time with his family,…...
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Rise’ Michelle Hoffler
On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in the early afternoon, Risé Michelle Hoffler heard the voice of God, when He summoned her from labor to reward and called her to eternal life. Risé was born March 13, 1954 to the late Joseph Jackson (Sr.) and Ida Lee Hoffler. She received her elementary education in Norfolk School System and when the family moved to Portsmouth, her education continued and she graduated from Cradock High School. After graduation,…...
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Leon McKee
God in HIS infinite wisdom and incomparable compassion extended HIS loving hands to HIS child Leon Clifford McKee to ascend to his heavenly home. GOD knew his body was wretched with pain and he was weary. Lovingly, quietly and peacefully, He summoned Leon to his eternal rest on Wednesday morning, June 7, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving, devoted family, Karen, Renee, Dana and Butch when he received the call to join the heavenly…...
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Shorntail Maria Goodrich
Shorntail Maria Goodrich has transitioned from labor to rest, as of June 7, 2023....
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Harold Betriam Wilson
Harold Betriam Wilson (Willie Dee/HB) was finally reunited with the love of his life on June 5, 2023. His beloved wife Irene (Eppes) Wilson (died April 2022), and Harold spent the last fourteen months talking about how much he missed her. He was born on January 24, 1950, in Norfolk County, VA to Thomas Wilson Sr. and Marian Wilson. He was a Native of Chesapeake Virginia. Harold attended Crestwood High School. He was a member of St Mark Missionary Baptist Church, a member of the No.…...
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Josephine Harris
By the Grace of God… Our beloved mother, wife, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Josephine Harris peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Sunday, June 4, 2023. She was born on February 4, 1957, in Portsmouth, VA to Joe Harris and the late Caroline Harris Woodberry. She graduated from Norfolk State University in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree in food science and nutrition. For over 35 years, Josephine was a devoted employee of Old Dominion University…...
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Bessie J. Wesley
It is with great sadness that the family of Bessie Jerido Wesley announces her passing on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the age of 86 years old . Bessie, lovingly and affectionately known as “Mama Wesley” , was born on November 19, 1936 in Tuskegee, Alabama to the late Haywood and Gussie Jerido. Bessie acquired the name “Mama Wesley” due to her loving and caring spirit. Her home was always open to everyone and her…...
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Michael Whitaker
Don’t cry for me, Don’t shed a tear, The time I’ve shared with you will always be, and when I’m gone, Please carry on, Don’t cry for me! On Sunday, June 4, 2023, the gates of Heaven opened and welcomed home a remarkable son, Michael Whitaker, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend! Michael was born on April 15, 1959, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Charlie and Emma Whitaker. He was predeceased by…...
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Shailoam Ledbetter
Shailoam Anothony Kevin Ledbetter-born November 6th,2006. He passed away peacefully at home in Chesapeake. Shailoam was survived by his parents Anthony and Dolores Ledbetter. Shailoam attended both private and public schools during his primary years of school. Shailoam made the decision that he could handle the challenges that come with being in the public school system. He was a Junior at Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake, while at Deep Creek High School he was…...
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Dorothy Mae Naylor
Dorothy Mae Naylor, 81, earned her wings on May 26,2026 surrounded by family. She was born on April 12, 1942, in Chesapeake, Virginia to the late Luther and Celia Campbell. She was the second oldest of four siblings: her late brother Luther Campbell, Rose Coldwell and Earline Munden. She attended Crestwood in Chesapeake Virginia. Dorothy was baptized on June 27th, 1978, at Holy Trinity Chapel in Jufair Bahrain. Dorothy was a longtime member of New…...
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William Lloyd Elliott
William Lloyd Elliott passed away peacefully on Friday, May 26, 2023 in his home. William was born on March 18, 1928 to Lloyd and Emily Elliott in North Carolina. William Lloyd Elliott, affectionately known as “Lloyd” or “Flap” attended Portsmouth Public Schools. He was a graduate of I.C. Norcom High School, Class of 1944. After graduation, he served several years in the military. Lloyd retired, April 30, 1988 after serving 25 years of service from The…...
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Pastor Mittie Catherine Yarbrough
Pastor Mittie Catherine Yarbrough slipped peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, after an extended illness. She was predeceased by her spouse of 46 years, Eric E. Yarbrough, Jr., whom she fondly referred to by his middle name “Earl.” That union yielded nine children: Minister Cathy K. Tatum (Ronald); Dr. JoAnne Yarbrough Carver; Minister Deborah E. Mapp (DeForest A.); Eric E. Yarbrough III; Lynn W. Yarbrough, Sr.; John G. Yarbrough; Yolander Yasmin Yarbrough…...
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David Vincent Blount
David Vincent Blount “Butcher” was born on September 22, 1966 to the late Oliver B. and Ethel H. Blount. He was the youngest of ten children and the second son of the family. He grew up in the Berkley – Campostella area of Norfolk, Virginia. David was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools System. David worked as a professional Roofer, he was considered to be an expert and a diligent worker in the roofing business. He ended his professional career…...
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Dianne Patricia Davis
A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Dianne Patricia Davis affectionately known as “Dee Dee,” age 72, of Norfolk, VA was called home to be with the Lord May 29, 2023. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia on June 18, 1950. Dianne gave her life to the Lord at a young age. She was a caregiver at heart and helped to care for her younger siblings. Upon graduating from Booker T. Washington High…...
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Marvet S. Fobbs
Marvet Shavel Fobbs was born on September 10, 1967 in Norfolk, Va to the late Lawrence Sr. and Mary Britt. She was the youngest of five children and a beauty to behold inside and out. Marvet was a great supporter of her family and friends. Her sentiments were, “If you think you can do it, I’ll help you.” She was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and lover of God. Her wisdom, timeless energy, strength, dignity…...
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Edward Williams
Edward Williams of the 800 block of W. 38th Street, transitioned on May 29, 2023, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Denmark, South Carolina, he was retired veteran 20 years, MS1 of the United States Navy. He is survived by his devoted friend, Felicia Cuffee; three daughters: Yvette Harris (stepdaughter) of Virginia Beach, Sonja Jones (Tracy) of Richmond, and Wanda Boyd (Kenny) of Chesapeake; four sons, Darryl Williams of New York, Jefferey…...
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Cameron Demarcus Brown
Cameron Demarcus Brown, 16, of Suffolk, Virginia tragically departed this life on May 26, 2023 surrounded by his parents and close family members. Cameron was born to Marcus and Paula Brown on September 15th, 2006 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Cameron’s smile was a ray of sunshine that brightened each room he entered immediately. In height of his presence, Cameron’s charismatic speech and genuine concern for others attracted many hearts. His sense of humor and enthusiasm for…...
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Barbara Jean Sivels
Barbara Jean Northern also known as B.J. was born on February 11, 1948 to the late Mary Elizabeth Jarvis and Emmitt Welyn Bowe in Norfolk, VA. At an early age she would move to Newark, N.J., with her mother and completed her high school education graduating from Central High School, Newark, N.J. She would further continue her education by graduating and earning a certificate of completion from Katherine Gibbs School of Business, N.Y.C., as an…...
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Bishop Clifton N. White, Jr.
Bishop Clifton N. White, Jr. peacefully transitioned on May 29, 2023. He was the eldest son of the late Clifton N. White Sr. and Margaret Sanford White of the Deep Creek area of Chesapeake, Va. He was preceded in death by his son, Clifton N. White, III. He was affectionately known by his family as Daddy, PopPop, Cliff, Jun, Papa Bear, Uncle Cliff and Uncle Bishop. Bishop White dutifully served as Founder and Pastor of…...
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