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John Stanley White, Jr.
Deacon John Stanley White, Jr was born in Suffolk. Virginia on January 6, 1953 to the late John White, Sr and Hattie Mae Foxworth White both from South Carolina. He attended John F. Kennedy High School in Suffolk, Virginia. He departed this life on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Deacon John better known as Stanley AKA Rico Kid and Wild Man was a member of Greater Faith Worship Center. Stanley was blessed with a son Dennis…...
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Hugo Warren Grant, Jr.
Hugo Warren Grant, Jr was born February 20, 1955 to the late Mr. Hugo W. Grant, Sr and Ms. Louise Hilton. He transitioned on Saturday March 25, 2023, at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center to be with the Lord. Hugo attended S.H. Clarke Jr. High School, and later enlisted in the United States Army. He served from 1973 to 1976. Hugo served a tour of duty in Vietnam, and was awarded the National Defense Service…...
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Phyllis J. Harris
Miss me a little, but not for long And not with your head bowed low Remember the love that once we shared Miss me, but let me go In the early morning hours of March 23, 2023 the Lord deemed it necessary to take away from us our dearly beloved Phyllis Jean. Phyllis was born September 22, 1955 to the union of Robert and Delores Evans Mitchell. She was the 3rd of nine children. Phyllis…...
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Andrew J. Boone, Jr.
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27 KJV Early in the morning on March 23,2023, at Bon Secours – Southampton Medical Center, the Lord called our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, nephew, cousin and friend Rev. Andrew J. Boone, Jr. home. He was born on July 27,1948 in Gates…...
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Detral Leron Dozier
Detral Dozier passed away on March 19, 2023 at the tender age of 21. He was born and raised in Virginia Beach, Virginia to the proud parents of Shalissa Williams and Willie Dozier. Detral attended Green Run High School and Vo-Tech where he received his certificate for electrician and graduated June of 2020. Detral was a very hard worker, he worked for SRP in Virginia Beach on Lynnhaven Parkway where he was a warehouse worker.…...
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Annette Yearby Ashley
Annette Yearby Ashley, transitioned into eternal rest on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. She valiantly fought a long battle with Colon Cancer since June 2019. Annette was born on April 17, 1942 in Chattanooga, Tennessee as the youngest child to Grady and Bessie Yearby. Annette attended Joseph E. Smith Elementary and Orchard Knob Middle School and Howard High School in Chattanooga. After graduating in 1960, Annette attended Tuskegee Institute in…...
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Freddie Rosetta Jenkins
Freddie Rosetta “Puddin” Jenkins was the third of six children born on May 21, 1952 to the late Charles King Sr. and Rosetta King; and predeceased by brothers Charles King Jr., Leonard King and sister Cynthia Alexander. Family and friends lovingly called her Rosetta, Roe or Puddin. To either name she would always respond with a big broad infectious smile that was hers and hers alone. Born and raised in Norfolk, VA, Rosetta was educated…...
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Sandra C. Speller
Sandra Speller, 73, of Norfolk passed away on March 19, 2023. She was born to the late George Coleman, Sr. and Mildred Sommerville Coleman. Sandra retired from Cox Communications after 20+ years of service. She was the life of the party and never met a stranger! Besides her mother and father, Sandra was predeceased by her husband, Bobby Speller; three sisters, Shirley Thomas, Evelyn McElrath, and Yvette Chavis; and two brothers, George Coleman, Jr, and Ervin Coleman. She leaves to cherish her…...
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John Wilson, Jr.
John Wilson, Jr. was born on February 25, 1961 to the late John Wilson, Sr. and Emma Mitchell Wilson in Chesapeake, Virginia. John graduated from Great Bridge High School and worked at BAE Systems (formerly Norshipco) for 38 years. After five years of dating, John & Gay married and remained married for 12 years. He was loving husband, stepfather, brother and he was family to all. John loved the Washington Commanders (formerly Redskins), and his cars. He enjoyed wrestling,…...
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Rico Lavern McAllister
Rico McAllister transitioned to eternal peace and rest on March 17, 2023....
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Carlton Jeffery Jenkins
Carlton Jeffery “Gino” Jenkins transitioned from earth to his heavenly reward at home surrounded by his loving family on March 22, 2023. No more suffering, no pain, free at last. Carlton was born in Windsor, North Carolina to the late Seclephas and Eather Jenkins on July 23, 1948. He is also preceded by his brother, Joseph Ray Jenkins. His working career started with Carolina Masonry, and then IBM and he retired from ILA 1970 Longshoreman.…...
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Anthony Antonio White
Anthony Antonio White, fondly known as “Tony,” passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023, at the age of 60 in Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on April 26, 1962, in Norfolk, Virginia, the youngest of fifteen children born to Ethel Mae Simmons-White and Herbert White, who predeceased him. Anthony spent most of his life working in the Shipyard business, where he made countless lifelong friends. He had a deep passion for fishing, crabbing, and dancing,…...
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Mary Elizabeth Davis
Mary Elizabeth Davis passed away at the age of 87 years old, on Tuesday March 21st, 2023 in Norfolk, Virginia. She was born on January 11th, 1936 in Nash County North Carolina, to the late Julia Irene Cooper and the late Johnny Ray Copper. Mary was preceded in death by her parents Julia Cooper and Johnny Copper; and her husband Roger Pete Davis. In that union they had five children Roger L. Davis, Joyce A.…...
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William Eric Bryant
The Lord called his loving son William Eric Bryant “E.B” home on Tuesday Mach 21, 2023. He was born September 12, 1967 in Brooklyn, New York. William attended Norfolk Public Schools. He was funny and always kept his family and friends laughing. The love that he had for his family was unmatched. He would often tell them how much he loved his family. E.B enjoyed watching football and basketball when he was younger; he played…...
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Florence Ellen Nipper
On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, the Lord called Florence Ellen Southall-Nipper home to eternal rest. Florence was the third oldest of 14 siblings. She was born in Portsmouth, VA on July 30, 1947 to the late Elmer and Vera Southall. She received her formal education through the Portsmouth Public School System and graduated from I.C. Norcom High School and the University of Maryland College. After 30 years faithful employment, Florence Nipper retired from Blue Cross…...
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Curtis Anthony Kiah “Billy Kiah”
In the early evening on Saturday March 18th God called our dear brother Curtis Kiah home. He was preceded in death by his wife Willie Mae Kiah and his sister Roblyn Walton. He leaves to cherish his memories of two brothers, Nathaniel Walton, Milford Walton , a sister Ellen Walton, a special niece Lakisha Walton, her kids Telia, Jay, Markell (Ellen’s daughter) (Ellen’s sons) Keith Walton Eric Billups Jones, Sandra, Silvia , Inez, Robin Jean,…...
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John Henry Peazant
John Henry Peazant departed this life into eternal rest on Saturday, March 18, 2023. John was born on August 15, 1940 to the late Charles and Cecila Peazant in Alexandria, Louisiana. He was the only child to this union as Cecila passed during childbirth. John was educated in the Alexandria Public School System. He joined the United States Army. During his 20 years of service in the Army, Sergeant John Henry Peazant was known for…...
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Rita J. Williams
Rita J. Williams is a native of Weldon, North Carolina. She is the oldest of five children. Rita quietly transitioned late Saturday evening surrounded by love. She is survived by one daughter, Deirdre W. Sanderlin, one sister, Gail Gregg, one brother, Walter Mayo and a host of family and bonus extensions....
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Curtis Lee Willoughby, Jr.
Curtis Lee Willoughby Jr. 43, transitioned from this earthly life on Wednesday March 15, 2023. He was the son of the late Curtis L. Willoughby Sr. and Evangelist Sheron Willoughby; born January 25, 1980, in Norfolk, Virginia and was affectionately known by friends and family as “MAN”. Curtis was educated in Norfolk Public Schools, then later completed three years of Job Corps. Curtis became a skilled professional painter with E. Caligari & Son for 25…...
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Mother Geraldine Fayton Kearney
Mother Geraldine Kearney (Fayton), 82, transitioned from her earthly to her heavenly home on Saturday, March 18, 2023. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, she served the Lord as an anointed and highly skilled organist and pianist throughout her life. The daughter of William Henry and Willietta Fayton Sr., she attended Booker T. Washington High School and was employed at the Norfolk Naval Base for over 25 years. Mother Kearney also served as a support…...
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Elsie Mae Wiggins
Our beloved mother, Elsie Mae Wiggins passed away on March 17, 2023 at the age of 84. She was a wonderful mother who was there for her family. She was a loved member of the community and showed love to everyone she met. She always seemed to find a way to make you smile and laugh. Elsie Mae Wiggins was born on November 15, 1938 to Carrie Norfleet Wiggins and Hollis Wiggins. She is predeceased…...
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Avis Denise Dozier
On Thursday, March 16, 2023, the Lord called home our beautiful angel, Avis Denise Dozier. She was born on March 24, 1963 in Norfolk, VA. Avis was predeceased by Betty Davis and her guardians James and Ruth Ferebee. Avis accomplished so many milestones in her life. She went to Chesapeake Public Schools, where she graduated from Great Bridge High School. She also attended Norfolk State University. Soon after, she attended Keys Business College, where she…...
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Larry Bruce Capers, Sr.
On the morning of March 15, 2023, Larry Bruce Capers, Sr., also known as “Spike” passed away after an 8 year battle from Alzheimer’s in a nursing facility in Richmond, Virginia. Larry was 70 years old, born on July 20, 1952 in Charleston, South Carolina to the late Juanita Capers DeBurns Newsome and the late Willie George Capers, Sr. He was the father of 5 children, 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was very…...
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Phyllis G. Alexander
The world became brighter place on February 17, 1958 when Phyllis Alexander was born to Alfred and Marjorie Green in Brooklyn, New York. Phyllis passed away surrounded by loved ones after a battle with Cancer on March 17, 2023. Always the go getter, Phyllis was an exceptional student and valedictorian of her 6th grade elementary school graduation class. While attending Junior H.S. she skipped one full grade level! Taught by her mother, Phyllis was an exceptional seamstress…...
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Sebrenda Thomas
Sebrenda Thomas, (fondly called “Brina”), the oldest daughter of the late Mary A Miller and the late stepfather Robert L. Miller, was born August 21, 1963. Brina attended Eastside High School in Paterson, New Jersey. You could always hear her singing her alma-mater for Eastside when the “Lean on Me” movie was showing on T.V. If you knew the real Brina people will tell you she told you like it was and kept it real…...
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Mary Ann Perez
On December 17, 1958, the late Mary Etta Thornton and Nathaniel Thornton Jr. welcomed their beautiful, beloved baby girl, Mary Ann Thornton-Perez. Friday, March 10, 2023, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital our beloved Mary Ann transitioned into eternal rest with her loved ones by her side. Mary accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and became a woman of great faith and virtue, using and believing in the power of prayer…...
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Wayne Jeffrey Dawling
Wayne Jeffrey Dawling (Eggleston) was born on November 19, 1956 to Christine McCoy Dawling and Edward Eggleston. He was raised in Philadelphia, PA and graduated from Olney High school. While attending high school, Wayne excelled in baseball, and many felt he had a future in the sport. After high school, he joined the U.S. Army and served his nation during the end of the Vietnam war. In the mid-70s, Wayne met Sharon Herring and they…...
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Tomeka Valentine
On March 10, 2023, the Lord called our beautiful angel, Tomeka Lashune Valentine home, also known as“Meka”to her family, friends and associates. She was the daughter of Dorothy Shaw (John), father Edward Mason. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Jessie Mae Valentine and Dorothy Yancey. She was 46 years old. She was born on March 15, 1976, in Norfolk, Virginia. Tomeka accomplished so many milestones in her life. She attended Maury High School…...
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Jennifer Annette Johnson
In the late afternoon hours on Saturday, March 11, 2023, our beloved Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandmother and Friend, Jennifer Annette Johnson went home to eternal rest. She was born on December 3, 1956 in Portsmouth General Hospital to Ms. Maggie Lee Langley. She was educated in Portsmouth Public Schools. Annette, as she was respectively known as, was a hard worker, family oriented, loyal, straight forward, sweet person, loved by her family and friends. Her mother,…...
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Eli Jones, Jr.
Brother Eli Jones Jr. departed this life on March 10, 2023 at Chesapeake General Hospital. Born to Eli & Elsie Jones of Portsmouth on July 18, 1945, Eli, better known as “Junnie,” was preceded in death by his Father & Mother, one Sister Mildred Jones, and one son. He leaves to grieve his Wife Elaine Jones, one son Kevin Jones, Yurell his wife Jaylan, Anyiah, Alexis Jones and his daughter Tina LaVern....
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Barbara Ann Oneal
The Lord welcomed Barbara Ann Dixon O’Neal into his Kingdom of Heaven on March 13, 2023 at the divine age of 84. Barbara was born to the late William and Mattie Dixon on December 26, 1938 in Norfolk Virginia. She was the seventh of nine children, five preceded her in death. After graduating from Booker T. Washington High School she began working for the City of Norfolk, retiring in 1994 after a 35 year career. Barbara…...
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Barbara A. Peoples
Barbara Ann Peoples was born August 1, 1943 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She passed away peacefully in her sleep March 12, 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, mother-in-love and friend. She was predeceased by her parents Annie McNeal, James McNeal and Robert (Luke) Hawkins, Sr., Barbara was very spiritual and loved the Lord, she dedicated her life to Christ at a young age. She attended Garden of Prayer #4 C.O.G.I.C, in…...
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Dinean A. Lewis
Dinean Aulandria Lewis A precious jewel who loved her Lord Dinean Aulandria Lewis, 53, of Virginia Beach, Virginia went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 10, 2023. She is preceded in death by her son, Bryant Anthony Lewis and her father, Anthony Bernard Lewis. Dinean was the eldest daughter of Anthony Bernard Lewis and Thelma Harrison Lewis. She attended Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. As a…...
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Sherrell Ann Jackson-Hayden
Sherrell Ann Jackson-Hayden passed away March 8, 2023....
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Pastor Kenneth Basnight
Kenneth Andre Basnight transitioned to be with the Lord on Friday, March 10, 2023, at his home in Portsmouth, VA surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Norfolk, VA on November 28, 1959 from the union of Shelbert Leo Basnight, Sr. and Barbara Lee Basnight. Kenneth was a product of Norfolk Public Schools (Granby High School). And, proceeded on to pursed a career in autobody mechanics. He spent his early years working alongside his father…...
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Alan Eugene Hughes
Alan Eugene Hughes was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 10, 1947. He was the son of Hattie Elizabeth Parker and Eugene Whitfield Parker. Alan was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System. He grew up with a love of singing and dancing, especially with his cousin Cookie. They have remained close cousins throughout their entire lives. He moved to Portsmouth, Virginia in the early 1980’s. He married, and had a daughter, Mickie, that was…...
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Doris Mae Boykins
On Friday, March 10, 2023, The Lord dispatched an angel to escort Missionary Mother Doris Mae Washington Boykins, 99, from labor to reward. She is predeceased by her husband, Marcus E. Boykins Sr. and son Sandy Boykins, leaving to cherish her memory: Marcus Boykins, Jr. and wife Charlotte; Glenn Boykins; Vernell Lamb; Malcolm Boykins; Mary Boykins; Delores Boykins (wife of the late Sandy Boykins), and a host of family and friends. Mother Boykins was…...
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