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Dorothy Mae Coefield
Dorothy Mae Coefield was born on July 29, 1933, in Newport News, VA. Dorothy is predeceased in death by her parents, Sandy and Cornelius W. Coefield, and two sisters, Vivian Stevenson and Sara C. Rodgers. She is survived by her sister Sandra Cofield of Portsmouth, VA, and other family members that she loved dearly. She was a 1951 graduate of Our Lady of Victory School in Portsmouth, VA. She retired as an LPN from Sentara…...
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Gertie A. Baxter
Sister Gertie Ann Baxter, daughter of the late Helen Simmons and Lonnie Baxter, was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia on Friday, November 8, 1946. She departed this life on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Gertie worked for the Virginia Beach School Board as a cashier at College Park Elementary School and Providence Elementary School and was known as “The Nice Lunch Lady”. After 20 years of faithful service, she briefly worked for FoodLion, Inc. but then…...
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Stella Louise Haskins
Stella Louise Brown Haskins transitioned this life and entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 6, 2024. She was born on April 15, 1948, as one of six children to the late Winfield and Rosa Lee Brown. A native of Portsmouth, Virginia, Stella was educated in the local school system and graduated from I. C. Norcom High School, class of 1966. Because of her kind and compassionate nature, Stella pursued a career in the nursing…...
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Charles Alfred Larkin
On September 7, 2024, God called home one of his beloved, Charles Alfred Larkin, affectionately known as “Charlie”. Charles went to be with the Lord after years of battling a multitude of medical ailments. He spent his final days surrounded by his family and friends at home. Charles, the son of the late James Francis Larkin and Elizabeth LeVant Larkin, was born on October 2, 1939, in Charleston, South Carolina. He was preceded in death…...
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William Ernest Tally, Jr.
William “Ernest” (Talley) Tally, Jr., 92, passed away of natural causes on September 6, 2024. He was a veteran, entrepreneur, civil rights activist and enthusiastic volunteer for many social and educational organizations throughout the greater Tidewater area. Born June 10, 1932, in Suffolk, Virginia, Ernest was the oldest son of William Ernest Talley, Sr., and Doris Smith Talley, owners of Talley’s Grocery Stores and housing units in Titustown, a historic black neighborhood of Norfolk. He graduated…...
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Naeem Lavar Fuller
Naeem Lavar Fuller a native of Virginia Beach, VA, was born on June 15, 1987, to Alicia Elliott and Bobby Ray “Big Naeem” Fuller. Naeem, called King Na, Na Na, and Bubba to many was a very quiet, laid back, respectful young man with a sarcastic sense of humor that will have you laughing for day long after the jokes he made. He quietly would give you words to lift your spirit and encourage you to…...
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Ronald “Ron” Durr
Ronald “Ron” Durr, 54, passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2024, at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. Born on June 19, 1970, in Mound Bayou, Mississippi. Ron graduated with Academic Honors from Kettering High School in 1988. In 1991, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy as an Information Systems Technician (IT), where he reached the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After 20 years and 11 months, Ronald retired his anchors. Shortly after retirement, Ronald…...
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William Eric Wilson
On September 3, 2024, God called William Eric Wilson into eternal rest. William Eric Wilson was a man of integrity to all who knew him. He was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, to the late William and Ernestine Wilson. William Eric Wilson was a loving, strong person whose style and grace could light up a room. He had a heart for people and would volunteer his services at any level to ensure his friends and family…...
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Katie Mae Hines
Katie M. Hines, 84 passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2024 at Rowes Care Home, Virginia Beach. She was born on May 1st, 1940 in North Carolina to the late Mary E. Jordan and George Washington Pittman. A proud resident of Chesapeake, Virginia of 39 years and a graduate of Booker T. Washington, Norfolk. She married John A. Hines on May 25th, 1960 in Norfolk, Virginia. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at…...
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Burnett Cobbs
Burnett Cobbs peacefully passed surrounded by the comfort of God and the love of family on September 4, 2024, at Norfolk General Hospital. That day he received his heavenly truck route: a route where pain is obsolete, peace is everlasting, and loved ones are reunited! He was entering this world on Thursday, February 24, 1949, to the late James Cobb Sr. and Catherine Cobb in Norfolk, VA. His birth certificate contained a typographic error, of…...
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Marilyn D. Taylor
Marilyn Denise Taylor, 66, of Portsmouth, VA, passed away on September 2, 202, in the comfort of her home. She was born on May 16, 1958, to the late Eric Leroy Schmidt Sr and Doris Elizabeth Schmidt. Marilyn was a devoted mother and loving wife who worked diligently throughout her life. She was known for her roles as a mover for the military and a laundry assistant before dedicating her time to caring for her…...
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Veronica Kim Burnham-Ford
Veronica Burnham was Born November 30, 1959, in Norfolk, VA to Pecoila and Horace Turner. On September 1, 2024. The Lord called his angel home, and her heavenly mansion was prepared. Veronica graduated from Lake Taylor High School. Veronica was married to Maurice Ford for 13 years, Veronica was known for her humor, caring heart, and strong will. Her favorite pastime was cussing people out, cooking, her grandchildren, and enjoying life. She would give the…...
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Lee Edward Green, Sr.
On August 26, 2024, An Angel descended from heaven to summon our loved one Lee E. Green Sr. to eternal life with his creator, Our Father in Heaven. Lee Green Sr. was born on March 1, 1937, in Waynesboro, Georgia. He was the son of Mamie Jo Sapp and Isaiah Green. Lee found Christ early and attended Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Aliquippa, PA. Lee enlisted and served his country with pride when he joined…...
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Ivey M. Stevenson
The world lost a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Ivey Stevenson on September 3, 2024. Ivey passed away from health complications that bravely fought until her last day. Born in Norfolk, Va on August 26, 1936 to the late Earvin Riddick and Lorrine Myrick-Gholson, she was raised and attended school in Norfolk where she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1953. Soon after, she married her childhood sweetheart the late Ralph Stevenson…...
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Lionel Lee Hamlin, Sr.
Lionel Lee Hamlin Sr. (Affectionally Called Lee) was born to the late Joseph O. Hamlin Sr. and Sarah L. McClenon Hamlin in Norfolk Virginia on January 14, 1957. He graduated from Lake Taylor High School in June 1975. Lionel went to work for the Norfolk and Newport News Shipyard where he stayed for 20 years, he then worked at a Security company for an additional 10 years before finally retiring. On the morning of September…...
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Vernice Woods
Vernice Woods, affectionately known as “Ploose” was born to the late Lavinia and Alex Harris on June 11, 1928. On August 29, 2024, she was called home to be with the Lord. Vernice was born and raised in Barraud Park, Norfolk VA. She attended Norfolk Public Schools and was a private-duty nurse for many years. She was a loving, caring, and devoted Mother, Grandmother, sister, aunt, Big Momma, and friend. Vernice attended Come to the…...
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Monika J. Stevenor
Monika Stevenor, 50, of Norfolk, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024, with the love of her life, husband, and life partner of 30 years, Eric Stevenor, by her side. Born Monika Jarmell Floyd to Barbara Floyd and the late William Floyd, early on, she was nicknamed Nini, but she would later change that to forever be known as “Chaz.” Chaz graduated from Johnson and Wales University, where she honed her skills as a…...
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Helen Elaine Jones-Akers
The beautiful Helen Elaine Akers gained her wings and departed to her heavenly home on September 1st, 2024. Helen Jones was born in Pittsylvania County on January 26, 1933, to the late Kate Lee Jones. At an early age, Helen accepted Jesus Christ as her savior and became a member of Callands Missionary Baptist Church. She married the late Wilson T. Akers in May of 1956 and from the union they had ten children. Helen…...
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Evangelist Bertha Mae Bridgers
… I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” -John 11:25, 26 Evangelist Bertha Mae Bridgers was born to the late Charlie B. and Rosalie Henderson on January 24, 1940, in Dillion South Carolina. While living with her father in Washington, DC, Evangelist Bridgers met the love of her life…...
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Carlton Leon Reeves
We respectfully announce the passing of Mr. Carlton Leon Reeves, on August 28, 2024, at the age of 72. He was born on November 5, 1951, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Andrew Leon Reeves and Virgie Mary Reeves. Carlton attended Booker T. Washington High School and renewed his commitment to education by obtaining his GED. His love for music, deeply rooted in his being, led him to form an R&B group with 3 of…...
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Andreau Louise Johnson
Andreau Louise Johnson was born on May 10, 1950, in Chesapeake, Virginia, and passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024. She was the daughter of Marie Green and Deree Smith. Andreau accepted Christ at a young age. She attended Carver High School and later married Robert A. Johnson. The two of them made their home and raised their family in Chesapeake. For over thirty years, Andreau dedicated herself to a successful career in the banking industry,…...
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Flora Mae Faulk
Flora Mae Cross Faulk peacefully slipped into eternal rest on Thursday, August 29, 2024. She was born on March 26, 1950, to Simon and Ruth Inez Brown Cross in the Hattonsville section of Norfolk County, the youngest of seven children, affectionately known to family and friends as “Flo.” Flo was educated in the Portsmouth Public Schools system and used her many talents throughout her varied and successful career. She served as a supervisor of housekeeping…...
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Nathan H. Coleman, Sr.
Nathan H. Coleman transitioned from his earthly life into eternity on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at the age of 69. Nathan AKA “Nate”, “Jr.” or “Red” is known by his family and friends. He was born on August 5, 1955, to Barbara Freeman and the late Nathan Harvey in Norfolk, VA. Nathan was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and served in the United States Marine Corps. He was hardworking and a true nurturer to his…...
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Lionel Kenneth Bagby
Lionel Kenneth Bagby, a lifetime resident of Norfolk, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the home of his youngest daughter, Dedra Rosado, who resides in Chapin, South Carolina. He was 85 years of age at the time of his death. He was the son of the late Pinkie Ann Bagby and Roland Eugene Bagby. He was the fifth child of eight siblings. He was preceded in death by his sister, Delores Bagby…...
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Wayne Maurice Thornton, Jr.
“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven (Ecclesiastes 3:1)… A Time to be Born… Wayne Maurice Thornton, Jr. was born on June 19, 1969, in Norfolk, Virginia as the only child of his best friend and dad Wayne Maurice Thornton Sr. (Janice Thornton) and the late Jane Karen Mabry (the late Calvin D. Mabry Sr.). He will be sorely missed by the twins, Calvin D. Mabry Jr.…...
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Diane Ann Benn
Diane Benn was born on April 8, 1959, to Annie Mae Johnson & Daniel Haywood Johnson in Norfolk, Virginia. She departed this life on August 5, 2024, in transit to Norfolk General Hospital. She was affectionately known as “Big Dee”. She was a friend to all. She will always be a mother to her children and Aunt Dee to many others. She is survived by her son, Kevon D. Benn; daughters, Kewanda M. Benn, and…...
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Rose M. Chery
Rose M. Chery, 83, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. She was born February 7, 1941, to the late Alphonso and Martha Riddick in Winfall, North Carolina. Rosa received her formal education at Perquimans County School in Winfall, North Carolina. She later moved to Uniondale, New York to pursue a better life and career. She attended Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York, and then went on to complete her education…...
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Antonio Lee Scott
Antonio L. Scott, a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and great-uncle, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, at the age of 49. “Tony” is what he was known as. He attended Booker T. Washington High School. He was predeceased by his mother, Belinda Scott, and brother Ronald Scott. He was a resident of Norfolk, VA, and his warmth, kindness, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Tony leaves…...
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Cecelia L. Skinner
Cecelia Skinner, a beacon of strength and warmth, left a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love. A native of Norfolk, VA, she was born to Frank and Ruth Skinner and spent part of her life in Camden, NJ, influenced by her grandparents, Hager and Joseph Baskerville. She attended Booker T. High School and continued her education at Norfolk State University, earning a Bachelor of Science—a testament to her determination and thirst for knowledge. Her professional…...
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James Edward Mickins, Sr.
“Fatboy Mickins” James Edward Mickins, Sr., age 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He was born on August 7, 1953, in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Mary Lou “Barr” Mickins and Eugene Horatio Mickins. He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and was employed with the International Longshore Association (ILA) for over 40 years. Fatbboy is survived by his children James Mickins Jr. (Yvonne), LaTanya Mickins…...
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George Winslow Woodward
George Winslow Woodward, Age 83, of Moyock, NC, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on August 15, 2024. Winslow is the name he went by to so many. Winslow was born on March 30, 1941, to the late Donald Woodward and Alice Shangraw Woodward in Franklin County, VT. Growing up in East Berkshire, VT, as the oldest of three children, he spent most of his time going to school and working…...
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William Howard Thornton, Jr.
On Monday, August 19, 2024, our Lord and Savior quietly called to eternal rest our beloved Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Friend, and Companion (Foxy), William Howard Thornton Jr. He was born on February 16, 1942, to William Howard, Sr. and Berlyn Matilda Foote Thornton in Warren County, North Carolina. He was educated in North Carolina. He was employed at A.W. Temple Trucking Incorporated in Chesapeake, VA. He later owned and operated his own trucking company, Thornton…...
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Roy McCoy Richardson
Roy McCoy Richardson departed this life at the age of 76 on Friday, August 23, 2024, at Waterside Health & Rehabilitation Center. He was born on April 21, 1948, in South Norfolk, Va., and was the youngest of six children to the late Roy and Irene Richardson. Roy was preceded in death by his brother Herman Richard and sister Joan House. Roy loved to sing old-school R&B songs and would hit those high notes that…...
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Blanche Marie Jackson
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Blanche Marie Jackson, on August 21, 2024. Full of love, laughter, and resilience, she touched the lives of all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her father, James “Jimmie Lee” Hawthorne, mother, Birdie Lee Hawthorne, sisters; Annie Byrd, Jeannie Dean, and Mary Jones and brothers; James Hawthorne, Michael Hawthorne, and Paul Hawthorne. She is survived by her sons Derrick…...
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John Everett Daughtry, III
John Everett Daughtry III, (sunrise 25 July 2006- sunset 17 August 2024) known to his family as “Fatman” aka “Smoke” and to his friends as “Johnny2Littt”, was an affectionate and loving person in his own way. “Fatman” was born to the parents of Tameka Daughtry and Marlon Dixon on July 25, 2006, at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. He earned his education at Early Discoveries-Pembroke, Ingleside Elementary, Lake Taylor Middle, Booker T. Washington High…...
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