On February 24, 2022, a final call of duty went out to Stanley W. Parker Jr., “You’ve fought a good fight, you’ve stayed the course, now it’s time to go home and get your reward.” Stanley was born on June 8, 1969 in Hartford, Connecticut . He returned to Virginia when he was 3 months old. Stanley loved to sing and dedicated his life to Christ at the very young age of seven. Once his Aunt Pam heard him sing, she knew that…...
Read Full MemorialOur Beloved! Connie Cooper was born on September 12,1953 to George and Rosetta Haile of Chesapeake, Va. Married 17 years to her predeceased husband James Aurthur Cooper, Sr. of Portsmouth, Va. Heard the voice of God calling her to rest on February 22, 2022 in her home. Rev. 14:13 states I heard a voice from heaven saying to me, Write: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yes, said the Spirit,…...
Read Full MemorialLife Achievements Dorothy Priscilla Dickens was born the second daughter of the late James Albert Holley and the late Victoria Louise Holley on March 11, 1943. Dorothy (AKA”MOM”) was educated through Chesapeake Public School District. Dorothy received Christ several years ago and loved the Lord. On September 4, 1963, she married Eugene Marvin Dickens and years later was widowed. Dorothy was affectionately known as “Mom” to everyone. She was beautiful inside out. She was always…...
Read Full MemorialLottie Mack Holloman, 93, was called to her eternal rest with our Heavenly Father on February 24, 2020, at home surrounded by family. She was born June 23, 1928 in Farmville, North Carolina; the only child to the late Mittie V. Wilson and William Mack Tyson. She later moved to Norfolk, Virginia; married her high school sweetheart Alton Wilkins Jr. and from that union they bore nine children. Lottie retired in 1993 from the Norfolk…...
Read Full MemorialTroy De’Vore McFarland was born October 17, 1970, in Queens, NY, to Sherry McFarland & Leon Scott. Unexpected to us, between February 14th – 16th God invited Troy to come and hang out with Him for eternity. He was a beloved Father, Grandfather, Nephew, Brother, Uncle, & Friend. Troy was educated in Virginia, New York, & Florida public schools. He was employed by Counseling Services of the Eastern District of New York as a Mental…...
Read Full MemorialVivian, (warmly known as Nook) Minggia was born on March 15th, 1933 in Jackson, North Carolina to the late Walter and Cornelia Gorham. She grew up and was educated in New York City, New York. Vivian was the oldest of four children, Frances Bazemore and Alma Ruth preceded her in death. After uniting with the love of her life for 52 years, Gurney(Rocky) Minggia, she learned to enjoy life to the fullest. Vivian found that…...
Read Full MemorialJaamel Lamar Johnson was born on January 23, 1989, in Portsmouth, Virginia to Joseph Hooker and Dia Johnson parented by Scotty Parker. Jaamel, affectionately known as “Mel” graduated from Churchland High School in 2007. He attended Virginia State University during which time his pride and joy, Makayla Naomi Holland was born. He later met and married the love of his life, Cassandra Marie Johnson. Mel was a loving father to Antonio and DeAnte Graham with created a beautiful blended family. Mel worked at SYSCO, Hampton Roads – Wholesale Restaurant. Jaamel gave us 33…...
Read Full MemorialCaletha Blow was born on May 9, 1937 to the late Lillie Throne and Nathan Vick in Tarboro, NC. She passed away on February 17, 2022 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA. Affectionately known as “Miss Cat,” Caletha was a great cook, sharp dresser, and a huge Steve Harvey fan. She loved watching her stories, spending time with and talking on the phone with her family and friends. She is preceded in death…...
Read Full MemorialSandzora Jake Sumner, 78 of Virginia Beach, VA was called home on February 23, 2022 to be with his heavenly father. He was born on November 16, 1943 in Princess Anne County to the late John and Louise Sumner. He was predeceased by his sisters, Patricia Reid, Windy Sumner, Shirley Sumner and one brother Freddie Sumner. He attended Union Kempsville High School in Princess Anne County. His passion for automobiles and the challenge of solving…...
Read Full MemorialMartha ‘Helena’ Fulford was born to the late Richard Felix Fulford and Martha Ann Fulford on September 27, 1948. She departed this earthly life of Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Helena was born in New York and raised in Norfolk, VA where she matriculated in the St Joseph Catholic and Norfolk Public Schools Systems. She later attended Sentara Nursing School completing Personal Care Aide Certification where she graduated the top of her class. Helena was a…...
Read Full MemorialTerese L. Waters, 58, of Portsmouth, Virginia, was born to Jacqueline Daniels and William Dunn on July 14, 1963. On the morning of February 14, 2022 she was called home to be with her Lord. In silence and without complaints, she courageously fought and endured through a life-threatening illness. Terese passed away at her home after battling metastatic breast cancer. Terese was a loving mother, daughter, sister, friend, and adoring grandmother. A courageous woman who…...
Read Full MemorialIrving Thomas Waterfield, Jr. passed away February 16, 2022....
Read Full MemorialMarcelino Caballero, age 79, of Barceloneta, Puerto Rico passed away in peace on February 17th, 2022. He is lovingly remembered by his children Ely, Charlie, Naomi-Wilma(Eric), Jackie(Richard), and Richie(Glamis). His grandchildren Irisia(Brian), Willie(Asiah), Diara, Javier, Richelle, and great-granddaughter Baleigh. He was born in Puerto Rico and grew up in New Jersey where he met the mother of his children, Iris Yeye. He relocated to Virginia in 1998 where he spent the remaining years of his…...
Read Full MemorialLuther Lewis Morris Jr. also known as “Jr.” was born November 29,1955 in Kinston, North Carolina. Jr. took his wings February 19,2022 at Waterside Health Rehabilitation Center. Jr. leaves to cherish his memories 5 sisters and two brothers. Barbra Turner (Wayne Turner), Ethel Mae Tyndall (Ricky Tyndall), Dorthy Cuffee, Lavern Evins (Tousant Evins), Elias Morris, Johnnie Morris (Wanda Morris), and Marie Boone all; of Portsmouth, VA. Jr. has a host of nieces and nephew, great…...
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Read Full MemorialDon Lasalle “Donnie” Jones, late of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away at Chesapeake General Hospital on February 16, 2022. Don was born on May 23, 1949, in Norfolk, Virginia. A bright student and natural entrepreneur, he began selling Jet Magazines at age 7. Don attended Carver High School, and later ITT Technical Institute, where he graduated as one of the top 10 students in 2013. He started his own successful business, and loved being his own…...
Read Full MemorialLaytoya “Toya” Crandell was born December 6, 1980 as the eldest child to her loving mother, Barbara Crandell. She was called by God to take her eternal rest on February 13, 2022. Toya was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools system and was a proud graduate of Norview High School. Toya spent much of her career as a faithful healthcare worker providing loving support to her patients while employed with AT Ease Home Care and…...
Read Full MemorialRobert Louis Williams, 59, better known as “Bob Z,” was born on December 16, 1962. He was raised in a loving home by his mother, Carol and father, Robert Lee Williams in Norfolk, Virginia. On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, he unexpectedly left this earthly tabernacle and entered eternal rest. Robert was educated in the Norfolk Public School system. Upon graduation from Granby High School in 198l, he completed undergraduate and graduate studies at Norfolk…...
Read Full MemorialRosal (Joy) Jones, age 65, of Norfolk, VA, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was a dearly loved mother, grandmother (mama), partner, daughter, aunt, and niece. Joy was known as a kind hearted, caring, happy, positive, courageous, and God loving spirit. Her beliefs in life were to move with love, to forgive, and have patience. Joy is preceded in death by her children, grandchildren, and brothers and sisters. She…...
Read Full MemorialDoris Louise Moore, 76, was born April 6, 1945, in Okisko, Pasquotank County, NC to the late Irvin Long and Theresa Spellman Long. Doris was called home to be with the Lord on February 16, 2022. Born and raised in Pasquotank County, NC, it was there where she crossed paths with the late Glenn A. Moore Sr., whom she married and moved to Brooklyn, NY with in 1961. Together they raised 4 beautiful children: Anita…...
Read Full MemorialValerie Jackson, 63 of Norfolk, VA was called home on February 15, 2022 to be with her heavenly father. Valerie also known to her family & friends as “Tootie”. She was born to Betty Lou Ward on February 2, 1959 and was raised by Cora & Thomas Jones. Her second oldest son Derrick Ward preceded Valerie Jackson in death. Valerie attended Granby High School. She worked at the Gallery on Norfolk Naval Base for over…...
Read Full MemorialShauntaa Lornette aka “Punk” Burch-Williams December 14 th , 1971 – February 15 th , 2022 Shauntaa Lornette aka “Punk” was born on December 14th, 1971, to the parents of Suzette Bright and the late Frederick “Blue” Lodge. Shauntaa started school at the early age of 4 years old. She attended Purvis Primary School, where she made many lifelong friends. She went on to Sandy’s Secondary High School. She was very well-liked by the teachers…...
Read Full MemorialOn Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at the age of 71, in the comfort of his home, Lloyd Harold Tucker peacefully went home to be with our Lord. Harold’s struggle was over, and his battle victoriously won! He was born on February 19, 1950, to the late James M. Tucker Sr. and Hazel V. Tucker in Norfolk County, Virginia. He attended Crestwood High School and later became a student at Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake, VA. During his youth,…...
Read Full MemorialJurline Wingate born to Lucille Robinson and William “Chuck” Robinson. She was married to Reginald Wingate Sr. for 58 years of her life. She was one of five children born to her parents. Her early life in Christianity began at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in Chesapeake, VA, where her and her children attended together. She was educated in Chesapeake at Bells Mill Elementary and Crestwood High School. Jurline was the sister to Iris Cunningham (James,…...
Read Full MemorialLois Anita Mills left this world suddenly on February 7, 2022. Lois was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on October 31, 1945, she was 76 years old. Lois graduated from high school in Portsmouth, Virginia. Lois once work in the gift shop at the Opportunity House as a volunteer. She received many awards including an award for Professional Service. Lois enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading and keeping things very clean. She leaves behind three daughters, Sonya Lawrence,…...
Read Full MemorialOscar (Harttimes) Ray Hart of Portsmouth, Virginia fell asleep in death on Saturday, February 12, 2022. He was born December 17, 1936 to the late James and Bertha Hart. Oscar was preceded in death by three brothers James Hart Jr., Elvin Hart, and Wilbert Hart, three sisters; Pleasant Hart, Deloris Thronton and Emma Carrington and one grandson Paris Fulston. Oscar is survived by his wife, Gloria A. Hart of Portsmouth, Virginia. Three Sons Alton Hart…...
Read Full MemorialJanet M. Spruill, 60 of Norfolk VA, passed on Saturday February 12, 2022 surrounded by family and friends. Born in Hawaii, She was the daughter of the late Charles J. Spruill and Rosalin V. Spruill. Janet attended various schools in many states prior to graduation from Norview High in Norfolk, VA. in 1979. She worked as a nurse at Sentara Norfolk General, St Mary’s Children’s and private homecare. During a softball game at Little Creek Amphibious Base, she met her husband…...
Read Full MemorialVirginia Beach – Albert L. Brockington, 76, passed away into his heavenly home on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Born on June 26, 1946, he was the eldest son of the late Willie Brockington and Rachel Watts Brockington Jones. He was the older brother of William L. Jones Jr. (deceased) and Cuthrell Brockington. Married to Carolyn B. Brockington for over 40 years, Albert was the proud father of Kenneth D. Brockington and Arianna B. Briggs. He…...
Read Full MemorialCydney Ruth Pittman, 59, was born March 16, 1962. She gained her wings on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Cydney attended Holy Angels Catholic School and Portsmouth Catholic Schools, Hodges Manor Elementary, WE Water Middle and graduated from Manor High School class of 1980. As part of the Manor Senior class superlatives, she was voted the “best dressed”. She attended Hicks Academy of Beauty Culture and became a licensed cosmetologist. She was employed at Rices and…...
Read Full MemorialGloria Marie Norman, affectionately called, “Sister,” departed this life on February 11, 2022 —home to her final resting place. A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Gloria was born on January 26, 1949 to the late James and Mary Norman. Gloria was the type of person who liked everybody and everybody liked her back. She loved having fun. She did not want to be left out of anything – make sure you called her to let her…...
Read Full MemorialIsaac Lee Green fulfilled his life’s journey on February 6, 2022. Isaac was born May 7, 1938 to Wiley McCullough and Verna Green Harding in Washington, North Carolina. Later he moved to Norfolk, Virginia where he completed his education and joined the United States Navy. While in the United States Navy, he got a chance to travel the world including the continent of Africa, which was his greatest experience. Bro. Ike, as he was called,…...
Read Full MemorialOn Wednesday, February 9, 2022, Walter R. (Lil Bay) Moore, 75, departed his earthly home and transitioned to his eternal resting place. He was born on April 11, 1946 to the late Carlette and Mamie Moore. A longtime resident of Portsmouth, Va. leaves to cherish two daughters; Wanda Boone (Raynell) of Portsmouth, VA and Lynn Seay of Falls Church, VA. Four sisters Marnishia Moore of Silver Springs, Md., Aurelia Love of Norfolk, VA., Vernadette Reed…...
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