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Anita Ingram
In loving memory of our mother, Anita Ingram, who passed away on August 2, 2022. Anita was a loving mother of Kion’te and Alexis. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Our mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. Anita was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Our mother was a source…...
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Thomas Walter Granberry
Thomas Walter Granberry passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022. He was born on December 21, 1957 in the city of Norfolk, VA to the late Hester and George Granberry. Thomas was also known as “Tuck”. He loved fishing, crabbing, working on cars, listening to his Oldies but Goodies and loved his football games. He was a Minnesota Vikings football fan and also loved to play dominoes and horseshoes. He was preceded in death by…...
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Joyce Nobles Rodwell
On Thursday, August 19, 2022, our Heavenly Father called our precious mother, grandmother, auntie, niece, cousin, godmother and friend, Joyce Ernestine Nobles Rodwell home to her eternal rest. Joyce was born on September 4, 1941, in Norfolk, Virginia to the late James E. Nobles, Luzetta Ashburne Nobles Stewart and Stepfather George Stewart Sr. Joyce attended Norfolk Public Schools, where she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1959. After High School, she attended Norfolk…...
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George E. Branch, Jr.
George Edward Branch, Jr slipped into entered rest on August 19, 2022. George was born on July 2, 1937 in Richmond, VA. to the late George E. Branch, Sr and Bessie Fells Branch. George was affectionately known as “SKEETER”. He was educated in the Richmond Public School System and a graduate of Armstrong High School class of 1956. He joined the United Sates Navy upon graduating high school entering as a Navy Recruiter and retired…...
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Toriano Lamar Harvey
Toriano Lamar Harvey “Tory” departed this earthly life and slipped into eternity to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 20, 2022. He was born on October 1, 1973, to the late Janice Harvey Sisson and Kim M. Harvey in Norfolk, Virginia. He was married to Sherri Nicole Harvey and from this union was the father of 5 children, Christian Jermaine Spicer Jr., I’Destiny Zion Harvey, Honesty Angel Harvey, Trinity Drew Harvey and Symphony Love Harvey…...
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Barbara Bowers
Barbara Rosa Bowers was a native of Suffolk, VA. She was born on May 25, 1945 to the late Robert Roosevelt and Elizabeth Manson Bowers. She departed this earthly life, August 11, 2022 in Brooklyn, New York where she lived for the last 57 years. She leaves to cherish her memories; three sisters, Audrey B. Thorpe, Edna B. Holliman and Roberta B. Matthews (Charles), all of Virginia....
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Eunice B. Johnson
~A Time to be Born~ Eunice Theresa Bly Johnson (affectionately known as Bobbie by friends and relatives) a beloved devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Eunice was the middle child born March 19, 1935 to the late Percy E. and the late Alice R. Bell Bly in Norfolk County (now Chesapeake City), Virginia. ~A Time to Learn and Work~ As a teenager, Eunice’s fondest memories…...
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Michael Elroy Rountree
On Wednesday, August 10, 2022, Michael Elroy Rountree was called home to eternity. Born October 8, 1957, Michael lived a very productive life. He completed high school with the Norfolk Public School system and soon joined the U.S. Army, receiving an Honorable Discharge. Michael later worked as a Construction Worker and Foreman with Meredith Construction Company for many years. He also worked as a Landscaper, as well as a Cement and Asphalt Laborer/Finisher. Michael worked…...
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Alice Estelle Rudd
On August 17, 2022, Alice Estelle Rudd, aged 95, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter Sylvia Turner after a brief illness. She was surrounded by family and loved ones. Alice was born July 30,1927 in Chesapeake, Virginia in the area formerly known as Money Point. She was the youngest of three children born to William Edward and Meredith Russell-Fields. Her two older siblings were Mrs. Ethel Lee Sawyer and Isaiah Russell. Alice…...
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Abdul Kinta Lee
On August 13, 2022, our Heavenly Father called home His faithful servant Abdul Lee. Abdul Kinta Lee (Duby, Doobie, L.I.F.E) was born on September 1, 1978 to Ted and Eleanor Lee in Portsmouth, VA. He graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in 1996. He later enlisted in the Army Reserve. In 1999, Abdul was incarcerated. During this time, our precious, amazing God performed a work in his life. Abdul surrendered his life to God and…...
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George Edward Fuller, Sr.
George Edward Fuller, Sr. passed away August 16, 2022....
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Roslyn Michelle Washington
Roslyn Michelle Washington passed away August 13, 2022....
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Lucy Mae Griffin
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7 Early Sunday morning on August 14, 2022, the Lord sent His angel to bring Lucy Mae Vaughan Griffin home to join His heavenly family. He said, “Your work is done and it is time to take your rest.” Lucy was born to the late Agnes Vaughan Walker and Richard Lucas on September 24, 1930 in Sussex County,…...
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Alexander Joyner
Alexander Joyner “Ankee” Norfolk – On Sunday August 14th 2022, Alexander Joyner passed away at his residence. Alexander was born March 21st 1933 in Burton Station Virginia Beach Va. He is one of 9 children to the late Clarence and Novella Joyner. Alexander was married to the late Sylvia L. Joyner and this union blessed them with six remarkable children. He was also predeceased by his brothers Robert and Edward Joyner; sisters Thelma Walton, Novella…...
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Marva Pierce
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. –II Timothy 4:7-8. Saturday, August 13, 2022, God dispatched an angel to the home of Brother John Pierce and removed one of…...
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Robin Donnell Roberts
Robin Donnell Roberts affectionately known as “Robin Ed” 62, entered his eternal rest on Friday, August 12th, 2022. Robin was born June 10, 1960, in Norfolk, Virginia to the union of James Lee Roberts Sr. (deceased) and Jester Peebles Smithwrick. Robin graduated from Manor High School in Portsmouth, Virginia in 1979. He soon after began his career at Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a painter and sand blaster. He then went to Curtis Key Plumbing Apprentice…...
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Judy Ann Shelton
Late evening on Monday August 8, 2022, Judy Ann Shelton received her one-way ticket to get on board that evening train to glory. Judy was born to the late James Tilton Alexander and Kay Francis Burrus Alexander on May 27, 1954, in Norfolk VA. Judy Ann resided in North Carolina for many years where she met her late husband Irving Shelton Jr. Together with her 2 children she and her husband embarked on their new…...
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Treava Allassandra Baynes
Treava Allassandra Baynes passed away August 11, 2022....
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Brenda A. Whitehurst
Our beloved Brenda Adamson Whitehurst was born on November 23, 1947, to the late Percival Adamson, Sr., and Kathryn Adamson. Brenda was predeceased by her siblings Percival Adamson, Jr., and Jane Mabry. Brenda was a graduate of the 1966 class of Crestwood High School. She went on to further her education at Saint Paul College receiving a BA and Troy University receiving a master’s degree in Human Resource Management. Brenda retired from Old Dominion University…...
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Marvin Hoover Warren, Sr.
Marvin Hoover Warren, Sr., caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, transitioned into eternity on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the glorious age of 90. A native of Southampton County, VA, he was born on October 27, 1931 to the late David Warren and Rosa Powell Warren. Growing up the youngest boy of the family, he spent his time outdoors and at church, and had the special privilege of being his father’s chauffeur. Marvin…...
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Levern Edward Cotton
Revelation 21:4 (KJV) “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away.” Our beloved Levern Edward Cotton Jr. transitioned from this world on August 6, 2022. Born on December 18, 1966, he matriculated thru the Chesapeake Public School system, graduating from Deep Creek High School in 1985. Affectionately known…...
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Douglas Street, Sr.
Mr. Douglas Street (67) was the son of the (late) Lillie Mae Street Hardy. He was born on August 11, 1954 in Brooklyn, New York. Douglas departed the land of the living peacefully in his home on August 6, 2022. Mr. Street worked at Photos on Wheels, Virginia Beach, VA for 3 years and Brass Pawn Shop, Norfolk, VA for over 10 years. He was a member of Sanctuary of Hope Church, Portsmouth, VA for…...
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Elaine Bryant
On Sunday, August 7, 2022, a loving companion, sister, aunt, and friend was called home by our Heavenly Father. Elaine Bryant was born in Franklin, VA on July 27, 1952, to Dorothy Grimes and the late Oliver Cowan. Elaine attended public schools in Como, NC before moving to Portsmouth, VA. After 30 years of service, Elaine retired from HRT as a bus driver. Elaine did not have any children of her own, but thought of…...
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Johnnie Bell Dandridge
“Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto Myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and the…...
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Kendal Jermaine Goode
Kendal Jermaine Goode was born on June 16, 1972 to Janice Goode and Samuel Ricks. Kendal and his younger sister, Kimberly, were raised by their loving and supportive parents, Janice and Olanders Benjamin, in Chesapeake, VA. Kendal started cutting his own hair when he was just 14, teaching his sister how to edge him up in the back before quickly mastering it on his own. By 16, he had established a clientele, regularly cutting hair…...
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Danielle T. Rivers
On Sunday, August 7, 2022, our beloved Danielle Theresa Rivers entered into the blessedness of external rest surrounded by her Family. She was born On January 13, 1935 in Portsmouth Virginia to her parents Georgianna Copeland and James Simpson. She was married for 70 years to her sweetheart George M. Rivers Sr. She is also preceded in death by her parents and her Son, George M, Rivers, Jr. And her brother Leonard D. Haywood. She attended Our Lady of Victory and Immaculate Conception…...
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Darrell Lee Daniels
On August 4, 2022, we were told that our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend had departed this physical life for his heavenly home. Darrell was a very loving, comical, strong man of God. He had recently received the Lord as his savior. He genuinely loved all of his family so much and will be deeply missed. Darrell Lee Daniels was born March 12, 1977 to his mother, Barbara Daniels in Norfolk,…...
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Halona Virginia Gorham-Collins
Halona was the daughter of Joseph Warren, Barrett Jr., (Army Vet, deceased) and Joann Gorham- Richardson (Raymond). She was predeceased by her grandparents, Virginia and Joseph Warren Barrett, Sr., Elnora and Lyman, Sr. She leaves to cherish a legacy of love and hope to her beloved son, Najah Joseph Collins; sisters, Tempest Hyman (Maurice), Asia I. Gorham and SherNita Barrett-McFarlin (Rodney); aunt, Ms. Linda Gorham; uncle, Marvin Gorham; four nephews, Travonta, Marquis, Terrell Andrews and…...
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Bertha W. Jackson
On Sunday, August 7, 2022, Bertha W. Jackson, 94, was called home to be with the Lord. She peacefully transitioned at her home in Chesapeake, Virginia with her daughter, Valerie, by her side. Bertha was the devoted daughter of the late Oscar and Lacey Woods. Bertha was born on June 11, 1928. A native of Princess Anne County Virginia, Bertha attended grade school at Pleasant Ridge School for Black Children. She started her work career…...
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Willie James Harris
Willie James Harris, born January 7, 1966, in Norfolk, Virginia, attended Norfolk Public Schools. In everything he put his mind to, Willie was a hard worker. He was so proud that he earned his GED and he was a very gifted contracted painter. He prided himself in his work. He worked for many painting companies over the years, until he succumbed to his illnesses. To know Willie is to love Willie. “Junebug,” as he was…...
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Elder Fred Julious Long
Elder Fred Julious Long was born October 6, 1933 in North Carolina. He was the son of the late Rufus Long and Mary Howard. After being educated in North Carolina, he became a skilled carpenter and machine operator, working various jobs. Elder Fred accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. As he learned of Him, his love for the Lord grew. It was evident in his service to the Body…...
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Vernell Skinner Augustus
On August 6, 2022 Vernell P. Augustus completed her walk in this world. Vernell P. Augustus was born Vernell Lupino Skinner on April 30, 1949 to the late William and Pauline Skinner of Norfolk, VA. Being the youngest of four children Vernell grew up in the old Liberty Park section of Norfolk. The family later moved to Campostella Heights when Vernell was a freshman at Maury High School. Vernell received her associates degree from Maryland…...
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Joyce Ann Cross
Joyce Ann Cross was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. She transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior on August 2, 2022 at the tender age of 75. Joyce Ann was born on March 7, 1947 to her beloved parents Odell and Moses Haskins in Norfolk, Virginia. As a teenager, Joyce attended Booker T. Washington high school. She worked in the food industry before becoming a childcare provider. Joyce…...
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Malkym T. Watkins
Malkym Tyreke Watkins transitioned from this life on August 2nd, 2022. Malkym, or “Mal Mal”, as he was affectionately called by his family, was born June 12, 2000, to Shawnetta Dennis, in Nassawadox, Virginia. As a young child, Malkym took interest in sports; particularly football and wrestling, being a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the WWE. Even at a young age, you could find Malkym being a friend to the friendless. He loved…...
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Dominic Antoine Rouse
Dominic A. Rouse was called by his heavenly Father to eternal life on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. He was born June 29, 1988 in Norfolk, VA to John Pamp (deceased) and Joan Scoggins. He was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin and special friend. When Dominic stepped into the room it was ignited with love, joy & happiness. His heart was pure and filled with gratitude. He left such precious memories with…...
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David Sims
David Sims, son of the late Willie Sims and Lela Houston was born July 4, 1940, in Jackson, South Carolina. At the age of 2 years old he moved to Augusta, Georgia where he attended the public schools of Richmond County and was a graduate of Lucy C. Laney High School. Where he was an outstanding student and basketball player. Upon graduation, David moved to Syracuse, New York where he met and fell in love…...
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Louis Darnell Barnes
Louis D. Barnes was a very nice guy. He loved to have a good time with his family and lending a helping hand to his neighbors. At an early age he was taught the meaning of love and having a relationship with God. Louis attended Norfolk public schools and was a graduate of Granby High School. He attended Old Dominion University and later enlisted into the United States Army. Louis worked for several companies that…...
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