On Thursday, January 16, 2025, our beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle took his final rest. He was born to Annie Thompson (Mack) on July 19, 1928. He had 1 sister, Quista Dawn Mack Mitchell (Alton). Robert received elementary education through the 6th grade in Wilson, North Carolina. Robert worked at Norfolk Southern Railroad and International Longshoremen Association (ILA). He retired from ILA in 1993. Robert was a member of First Baptist Logan Park for…...
Read Full MemorialGloria K. Simmons, a beloved member of the Norfolk, Virginiacommunity, passed away on January 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 70 years old. A devoted child of God, Gloria is remembered for her selflessness, resilience, and brilliance. She lived a life dedicated to serving others, consistently placing the needs of those around her above her own. Born as the cherished daughter of Alberta H. Key and pre-deceased father, John H.…...
Read Full MemorialMiriam Demelza Hill, 68, affectionately known as “Kim” was called to her heavenly home on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was a native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and was the daughter of the late William Hill and Rose Flemings. Miriam was a graduate of the I.C. Norcom High School class of 1973. The graduating class is known as “The Class That Never Was—Is.” She received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from Virginia State University…...
Read Full MemorialWith hearts filled with love and a steadfast belief in God’s purpose, we gather to honor the life of Earl Boney III, who was called to his eternal home on January 14, 2025, at the age of 73. Earl’s life was characterized by faith, love, and a commitment to service, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of kindness and dedication that will be treasured forever. Earl was born to Earl Boney, Jr. and Mamie Boney in…...
Read Full MemorialTimothy Cornelius Wilson, Sr., 68 of Norfolk, VA, passed away on January 14, 2025, at ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton, NC. He was born on November 16, 1956, to the parents of the late James N. Wilson and Mary P. Wilson in Norfolk, VA. After attending Granby High School in 1972, Timothy worked hard in the vault manufacturing industry. Timothy leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Cynthia Wilson, two daughters, Lisa W. Tillman…...
Read Full MemorialConrad Emil Gregory, beloved son of the late Gertrude Goodwyn Gregory, transitioned to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 9, 2025. Conrad was born the fourth out of seven siblings into a God-loving and God-fearing family on July 9, 1959. He was known for being stoic but would surprise you with his sense of humor. Conrad graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in August of 1976. He continued his…...
Read Full MemorialIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beverly Ann Alston, a beautiful and sweet soul who left this world on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, with a radiant spirit and a boundless love for those around her. Born to Charles and Annie Wilkins on January 7, 1946, Beverly professed hope in Christ at an early age as a member…...
Read Full MemorialMichael Cansler, affectionately known as “Mike C-Low” to those who knew and loved him, was a beacon of strength and joy in the lives of many. Born on August 31, 1963, in Portsmouth, Va. to the late Jerry William Cansler, Sr. and Jeanette Cansler. Michael’s journey through life was one marked by achievement, service, and the love of family and friends. His departure on January 1, 2025, in Augusta, Ga., leaves a legacy of love,…...
Read Full MemorialIn the early morning hours of January 13, 2025, David Eugene Harris of Franklin, VA, answered the Voice of God to leave his earthly home and enter into eternal rest. David, affectionally known as “DAVE BOY,” was born in Portsmouth, VA, to Delorise Harris on September 23, 1965, at Portsmouth General Hospital. He was raised in the Truxton and Cavalier Manor (Bonney Villa) sections of Portsmouth. As a child, David accepted Our Lord and Savior…...
Read Full MemorialBruce Glent Bremby, of Portsmouth, Virginia passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Maryview Medical Center. Born on July 26, 1953, to the late Bruce Bremby and Nancy Marie Jarrett, Bruce lived a life full of passion, humor, and dedication. Bruce attended public schools in Portsmouth and, at an early age, furthered his education by joining the Job Corps in West Virginia, where he perfected his trade as a welder. Bruce’s exceptional skills…...
Read Full MemorialIt is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Donnie Lyndon Nibblett, of Portsmouth, Virginia on January 8, 2025, at the age of 64 years. Donnie is survived by spouse Danita L. Nibblett, daughters Donisha Cunningham of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Brittary T. Reid-Thomas of Virginia Beach, Virginia, four grandchildren and brothers Darrell E. Nibblett of San Antonio, Texas, and John W. Nibblett, Jr of Portsmouth, Virginia and his special…...
Read Full MemorialWilliam Thomas Gray was born on September 1, 1952, and earned his wings and entered eternal rest on January 13, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert Gray, Sr., and Marjorie Gray, his brothers, Robert Foreman and Albert Gray, Jr., and his sisters, Eloise White, Gloria Griffin, and Annie Nurse. William worked at the Shipyard and Steel Service, retired from the City of Norfolk, and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School.…...
Read Full MemorialJanuary 12, 2025, heaven sent a love note to Carolyn Yvonne Williams Horton that it was time for her to enter life eternal. Carolyn entered life temporal March 28, 1961, as the eighth-born child of the Rev. James P. Williams, Sr. and Rev. Lillie Earline Olds Williams. A graduate of Oscar Smith High School, she most notably dedicated her vocation to serving kids in the Chesapeake Public School system for years until her health declined. …...
Read Full MemorialNorman Lee Brodnax, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2025. Never to be away from her husband for too long, beloved wife Barbara Ann followed him home on January 10, 2025. Norman and Barbara were the loving parents of sons Norman Jr., forever known as “Poochie”, Ty, affectionately referred to as “Roni”, Jeffery, and predeceased cherished son and daughter, Christopher, and Anita. The Dynamic Duo of Norman and Barbara…...
Read Full MemorialNorman Lee Brodnax, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2025. Never to be away from her husband for too long, beloved wife Barbara Ann followed him home on January 10, 2025. Norman and Barbara were the loving parents of sons Norman Jr., forever known as “Poochie”, Ty, affectionately referred to as “Roni”, Jeffery, and predeceased cherished son and daughter, Christopher, and Anita. The Dynamic Duo of Norman and Barbara…...
Read Full MemorialOn Saturday, January 11, 2025, Pastor David Johnson, Sr. made his triumphant transition to Heaven. Assuredly, the angels rejoiced at his arrival. Pastor Johnson was born to the late Sophronia and Charlie Johnson, Sr., in Norfolk County, VA, on January 25, 1933. He attended Cornland School in Norfolk County in 1939. He met the love of his life, Julia Ann Bryant, in 1951, and they married on February 27, 1954. He remained married to her…...
Read Full MemorialMacy Tubbs was born in Pink Hill, NC on April 29, 1933, to Kitty Ann Graham and Went Williams. Macy attended school in her formative years in North Carolina before moving to California. While working in California, Macy met and married the late AB Tubbs, a Navy Sailor. Military orders led Macy and AB to relocate to Baltimore, Maryland where they would live and grow their young family before making their final relocation to Portsmouth.…...
Read Full MemorialJerome Karl Lassiter was born on Thursday, March 23, 1972 in Norfolk, Virginia and passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Jerome Lassiter was the son of Bar-bara Ann Lassiter and Dwight Sweatt. He attended Indian River high school and worked as a contractor for a construction company for many years. Throughout his life, he attended Saint Thomas Disciples of Christ in Chesapeake, Virginia. Jerome loved music, sports, debating politics, eating fried…...
Read Full MemorialOur dear mother, Josephine Vines McFarland, left her earthly presence on 11 January 2025, surrounded by loving family, at the glorious age of 97, after several years of failing health. Even though she was oftentimes in great pain, and discomfort, she was a trooper, and never, ever complained. Mom arrived easily, and calmly, into the world on 17 December 1927, (the 6th of 14 children), to James and Addie Owens Vines, in Scotland Neck, Halifax…...
Read Full MemorialEugenia U. Onyekwere (nee Nnadi) was born on October 21st, 1961, to the family of the Late Pastor Samuel and Victoria Nnadi of Eziobodo Owerri, Nigeria. She was the eldest of her siblings and was lovingly known by her family and friends as Ada. Eugenia was married to Zebulun Onyekwere and blessed with children. She was educated at Eziobodo Primary School and Ohaji High School, obtaining her high school diploma in 1981. She was not ready for…...
Read Full MemorialRuth Virginia Williams was born in Norfolk, Virginia, to Anzie Reid and Christopher Columbus Jones. Ruth attended Norfolk Public Schools and earned a certificate as a nursing aide. She worked as a companion, housekeeper, nanny, personal, and nursing aide until retirement. Ruth was always eager and willing to give her time in her church; from C.H. Mason Memorial to Refuge, from singing in the choir, to cooking in the kitchen. Ma Ruth’s passion was cooking,…...
Read Full MemorialRamona Holloway Coley, 86, entered eternal rest on January 10, 2025, after being blessed with a long and fulfilling life. She was born on September 09, 1938, in North Carolina, to Oliver W., Sr. and Emma Holloway, who eventually moved to Norfolk, Virginia, where she was raised. After attending Booker T. High School, she went on to be employed in customer service as a store clerk and started a family with her then-husband, James Coley. She was…...
Read Full MemorialTiffany Renae Bell, 44, of Portsmouth, VA passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and cherished friends. Born on May 30, 1980, in Portsmouth at the Naval Hospital to Tammy Sawyer (McDaniel) and Michael Brooks, Tiffany was a radiant soul who brought light and joy to everyone she met. She dedicated her life to her craft as a talented and passionate hairdresser, a career she embraced wholeheartedly from her…...
Read Full MemorialMary Virginia Barrett Adams was born on July 21, 1951. She was the third of six children born to the late Virginia and Howard Barrett, Sr. She gained her wings on January 6, 2025. Mary was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. Mary was well known in Jeffrey Wilson (the dub) and for playing softball. Mary loved spending time with her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, George…...
Read Full MemorialIsiah Tyrell Dukes, a beacon of light was born on February 5, 2004, in Rochester, NY. He left a significant mark on everyone fortunate enough to share his world before passing away far too soon on January 5, 2025, in Norfolk, VA, at the tender age of 20. Isaiah was a spirited soul who cherished family above all else. He found immense joy in becoming an uncle and was wholeheartedly devoted to his siblings, affording…...
Read Full MemorialWilton Sylvester Evans (Butch to the family) was born on December 27, 1942, in Chester, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia). He is the son of James from Dunn, North Carolina, and Lena of Quick of Salem City, North Carolina. Wilton graduated from Chester High School, Chester Pennsylvania, and Cheyene State College in 1962/1964. After graduation from Cheyene State, Wilton taught high school science and biology at Yeadon, Pennsylvania High School. In 1965, Wilton married his high school friend,…...
Read Full MemorialDavid Clinton Jackson Jr. departed his earthly journey on January 6, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1941, to the late David Clinton Jackson, Sr., and Sarah Estelle Jackson in Perquimans, North Carolina. He attended Crestwood Elementary School and Crestwood High School. He met and later married the love of his life, Deborah Elliott, on August 25, 1962. To this union, were born four children, three boys and one girl. David worked for NRHA…...
Read Full MemorialJoyce Louise Smith was born February 9, 1939, in Norfolk, VA, to the late William & Annie Rogers. She was a native of Norfolk, Virginia. She attended the old St. Joseph’s School and was in constant contact with her classmates. Joyce worked at several Norfolk Public Schools and retired from St. Helena in 1989. Joyce was married to the late Roger W. Smith for 67 years and through that union had six kids. She loved…...
Read Full MemorialPastor Lawrence Audwin Todd, Sr, of Chesapeake, Virginia was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 7, 1960, to John and Aubrey Lucille Todd, the youngest of four children. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School in Cincinnati, Ohio. After graduating high school in 1979 he joined the United States Navy where he served on The USS Guadalcanal LPH, USS LY Spear, and USS Land & Fleet Training Center in Norfolk, VA. He was an MM Machinist…...
Read Full MemorialThe Life and Legacy of Otis Linwood Sumler, Jr. Otis Linwood Sumler Jr. began this life on January 22, 1935, in Norfolk, VA. He was the oldest of five children born to the late Blanche and Otis Sumler, Sr. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School System. Otis was dedicated to his work at the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority and retired after many years of service. In his early years, Otis was a…...
Read Full MemorialOn January 5, 2025, Marc Antonio Elliott received his wings. He was a son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Marc is now with his Heavenly Father. Marc A. Elliott was born on January 29, 1970, in Newport, Rhode Island to Christine Elliott. He attended Churchland Academy, Jr. High, and Churchland High School. He was employed with the US Army, Hardee’s, Jiffy Lube, and Tread Quarters; where he was an alignment specialist, Security Guard…...
Read Full MemorialIn the early morning of Monday, December 30, 2024, our dearly beloved mother, sister, and aunt, Gloria Davis Bullock, answered the Voice Of God that called her from her earthly home. Gloria graduated from Booker T. Washington in 1958 and studied accounting at Norfolk State University for two years. She then worked for 29 years at The Norfolk Teachers Association Federal Credit Union as a Bank Manager before retiring. Gloria’s extracurricular activities consisted of participating…...
Read Full MemorialRoland McDaniel, Sr., 88, of Chesapeake, Virginia, peacefully passed from this life into eternal rest in Heaven on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. His peaceful passing marked the end of a life well-lived, one filled with hard work, devotion to his family, and a lasting impact on his community. Born on February 18, 1936, in Scotland Neck, North Carolina, to Vernon McDaniel and Beatrice Lowe McDaniel, Roland was an only child.…...
Read Full MemorialAlonzo Bailey, 61, of Norfolk, VA, passed away on January 4, 2025. Alonzo was born and raised in Virginia and was an absolute beacon of love, knowledge, and humor. Those closest to him can also attest that he was a bit of a rebel and took great pride in doing things his way and on his time. He will be incredibly missed by his family and friends. Alonzo was predeceased by his mother, Gene Bailey;…...
Read Full MemorialOur mother, Evelyn L. Williams, was called home to glory, she was 92 years young. She was preceded by her late husband, Charles (Sea Turtle) Williams, and children, Gerline Joseph, Vivian Williams, and Larry Duke Williams. Mom leaves to mourn five sons Richard Williams (Sharon), VA, Charles Williams, VA, Robert Williams (Diane), NC, Gregory Williams (Beverly), MD and James Williams (Mary), VA, three daughters, DeeAnn Williams-Smith, Brenda Williams, and Donna DeBerry of Virginia Beach, VA,…...
Read Full MemorialDaShawn Lavonta White (“Pedro”), 30, of South Boston, VA, was called home on December 24, 2024. He was born in Chesapeake, VA, on December 3, 1994. DaShawn was the son of Diane White of Chesapeake, Virginia, and Eddie Gonzales of Oklahoma. DaShawn received his formal education at Indian River High School. He was baptized at Unity Lutheran Church in Norfolk, VA, at an early age. DaShawn “Pedro” was a very outspoken and loving person. In…...
Read Full MemorialCarl Spencer Woodhouse beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend departed this life on December 31, 2024. He was 77 years old and full of love and wisdom. Carl was born to Evelyn Wright and Howard Spencer Woodhouse on December 19, 1947. Carl was one of four children born out of this union and was the only son. Carl loved his sisters Brenda Woodhouse (deceased), Patricia (Woodhouse) Freeman, and Nadine Woodhouse. Carl was…...
Read Full MemorialOur hearts are saddened by the loss of our beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Stephen devoted his time to serving the Lord and God’s people. He loved his family. Stephen Perry was born on March 17, 1954, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Thelma Perry and Ernest. Stephen is affectionately known by family and friends as “Steve.” Steve entered enteral rest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in Norfolk, VA. Steve accepted Christ and was…...
Read Full MemorialJimmie Earl Hendricks was born May 19, 1941, to late parents Samuel and Steveania Hendricks in Norfolk, Virginia. He grew up as one of seventeen siblings. During his early adulthood, he worked for several companies, such as Smith & Wellington and Haynes Furniture, before becoming a maintenance supervisor for Sumler Terrace Apartments. Soon thereafter, he met and married the love of his life, Shelia Hunter. They had two children, James and Melody, who they raised…...
Read Full MemorialOn Saturday, December 28, 2024, Sarah Lavon Taylor entered into eternal rest peacefully. She was born on August 24, 1955, to the late Elbert Earl and Carrie Victoria Taylor. Sarah attended W.H. Robinson School and C.M. Epps High School. She worked on the farm alongside her parents after completing school. She later found her career in cooking and cleaning. Sarah worked for Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk, VA in 1980. She worked there until her…...
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