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Ellis Adolphous Harrell, Sr.
Ellis A. Harrell, Sr., aka HOP or HOP 7, went home to be with his heavenly father on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. God whispered Ellis’ name into his ear and said, “Your work here on earth has been completed.” He gently and peacefully yields to his voice. Surrounded by his loved ones, he quietly slipped while being welcomed by his family members that have gone on before him. Ellis was born September 15, 1949, in…...
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Justyss Michai LeQuan Rogers
On Sunday, September 29th, Fourteen-year-old Justyss, aka Juss Juss, peacefully transitioned from this world to eternal rest at home surrounded by family and an abundance of love. Born October 15, 2009, he was one of 5 children born to Michael Rogers of Norfolk, Virginia, and Antoinette Johnson Rogers of Mount Vernon, New York. Raised in South Norfolk, Virginia, and educated by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Public School System. Justyss was raised in a beautiful and…...
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Cynthia Diane Hart
Cynthia Diane Hart was called to her eternal rest early Tuesday morning, October 1, 2024, at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall in Norfolk, VA. Cynthia was born on November 24,1953 in Norfolk Community Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. She was one of two children born to Jesse Hart and Evelyn Walker Hart. Both of her parents and brother, Jesse Gerard, preceded her in death. Cynthia was also preceded in death by Tharvon “Bumpy” Walker…...
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Valerie Patricia Sessoms
Valerie P. Sessoms was born to the late Shirley Mae Ervin and Hubbard Lee Ervin, Sr., on August 23, 1959, in Portsmouth, VA. When her Savior felt her duties here on earth were completed, Valerie departed her earthly home on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, VA. Valerie was married to Earl Sessoms, Jr., and from this union, they had three children. Valerie received her education within the Portsmouth Public School…...
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Alberta Roberson Smith
Alberta (Bert) Roberson Smith, 95, of Norfolk, Virginia departed this life on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Alberta was born on February 13, 1929, in Wilson, North Carolina to the late Albert Roberson Sr. and Lela Worsley Roberson. She graduated from Darden High School located in Wilson County, NC. Alberta was predeceased by her husband, Herbert Louis Smith, Sr. They were married in Dillion, SC. She was also preceded in death by three sisters Mary Ellis, Olivia…...
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Clarence Eugene Holmes, Sr.
Clarence Eugene Holmes, 82, departed this earthly life on September 27, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. Clarence was born on January 9, 1942, in Princess Anne County, Virginia to Theodore Holmes and Mildred Cuffee. Clarence is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Andrew Holmes and Willie Holmes. Clarence enlisted in the United States Army in 1958 and remained in the service until 1967. After leaving the Army, he took a…...
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Wesley Isaiah Harrison-James
On Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:13 a.m., God, in His infinite wisdom and love, welcomed our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and uncle, Wesley, into His eternal care. Wesley Isaiah Harrison-James was born on January 15, 1994, to Crystal Harrison and George Pass, Jr. in Portsmouth, VA. From his earliest days, he was lovingly nurtured by his devoted mother and great-aunt, Marilyn E. James. After her passing his grandparents, affectionately known as “Grandda Tuff”…...
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U.S. Ambassador (Ret.) Bismarck Myrick
U.S. Ambassador (Retired) Bismarck Myrick Sr., a proud son of Portsmouth, Virginia, transitioned peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. He is survived by his wife, Marie-Pierre Mbaye Myrick; and three children, Bismarck Myrick Jr. (Amelia Demopulos), Wesley Todd Myrick, and Allison Elizabeth Myrick Sanders (Dr. Jeff Sanders); grandchildren, Malcolm F. Myrick, Meredith F. Myrick, Eli J. Sanders, and Holly A.Sanders. He was predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth Myrick and…...
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Annie Jernigan
Annie Lois Jernigan was born October 24, 1938 in Harrellsville, NC. She was called home on September 21, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of the late David D. and Alice Charity Walker of New York, NY. Her parents went on to have three sons, Tyrone, Kenneth W. (Robin) and Anthony Jernigan, who preceded her in death....
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LaVerne Elaine Godfrey
LaVerne Elaine Godfrey entered eternal peace on September 22, 2024. She was born on February 4, 1953, to the late Delester Brown-Godfrey and Robert Lee Godfrey Sr. LaVerne was educated in the Norfolk Public School system, where she attended Booker T. Washington High School and graduated in the Class of 1971. She also attended Norfolk State University for nursing school, however, despite loving nursing, she decided to go into something that kept her busy and…...
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Taveris Boggs
Our beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, and friend, Taveris Boggs “Booda,” went home with the Lord on September 25, 2024. Taveris was born April 15, 1999, in Chesapeake, Virginia, to Tenekias Clarice Boggs and Gabriel Harper, whom he loved very much. Taveris Boggs graduated from Indian River High School and entered the workforce for his remaining time on Earth. Tavaris leaves to cherish in his memory his mother, Tenekias Boggs; father, Gabriel Harper; sisters, Takoria…...
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Terrence Jermaine Holley
Terrence J. Holley, affectionately known as “Terry,” “Lil’ T’ and “Ty-Boo” by his family. He went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Terrence was born on February 1, 1975, to the late Joyce J. and Clarence Thomas. He attended Booker T. Washington High School, as well as the Aviation Institute of Maintenance. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, son-in-law, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was loved by…...
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Joann S. Haskett
JoAnn Sears Haskett, affectionately known as “Ma” and “Mommy” by her children of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away in the arms of her daughter, Mya, with her son, Dana, standing close by on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. She was born to the late Frank and Mary Gregory Sears on June 17, 1953, in Norfolk County, known today as Chesapeake, VA. She was the youngest daughter of 13 children and made it known to her siblings…...
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Marvin Lamar Hatcher
Marvin Lamar Hatcher was born on March 6, 1986, in Norfolk, VA. He was the beloved son of Marvin Kellem; of whom he preceded in death and Alicia Hatcher. He was also the loving eldest sibling to two sisters- Almalicia (Katie) Hatcher of Suffolk, VA and Domshanika (Renee) Hatcher of Hackensack, NJ. Marvin’s life was unexpectedly taken from us on September 24, 2024. Marvin was a devoted father to his only daughter, Charity Destiny Hatcher-…...
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Rev. Dr. Deborah McGill-Jackson
The Rev. Dr. Deborah McGill-Jackson was born on September 18, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois to Mr. Harry McGill and Mrs. Lillie Ella Thomas McGill. She and her sister, Ms. Carla Harriet, were raised in Metropolitan Community Church to serve and love the Lord from an early age. A product of the public schools on the Southside of Chicago, she received numerous academic and civic honors upon her graduation from Harlan High School. Deborah continued her…...
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Kalynn Aaliyah Riggsbee-Jones
Infant Kalynn A. Riggsbee-Jones, two months, passed away on September 18, 2024, in Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake, Va. Kalynn was born on June 25, 2024, in Norfolk, VA, to her parents, Shanea Riggsbee and Deveion Jones. She weighed 7 pounds and 5 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is survived by her parents, Shanea Riggsbee and Deveion Jones, her sisters, Alayna Riggsbee and Arielle Riggsbee-Jones, and her brother, Kingston Riggsbee....
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Grace Abernathy Porter
Grace Welma Abernathy Porter was born on July 03, 1952, in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was the second child of the late Thomas and Theresa Abernathy. Grace was baptized as a child at Ebenezer Baptist Church where she was a lifelong member. Grace worshipped and was a dutiful member of the church choir. Grace attended I.C. Norcom High School, graduating in 1970. Grace began her career working for the City of Portsmouth as an Intermediate Clerk…...
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Lynethe McCoy
Lynethe McCoy, affectionately known as “Lynette,” peacefully transitioned to her final resting place on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Born on October 13, 1944, in Edenton, North Carolina, Lynethe was a cherished daughter, devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and friend to many. Growing up in a faith-based home, Lynethe dedicated her life to the Lord at an early age. She was surrounded by music, forming a part of the celebrated Hathaway Singers, a musical group that brought…...
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Ray Anthony Heard, Sr.
Ray Anthony “Bear” Heard Sr. was born on April 30, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Allen Heard Sr. and Mary Alice Heard. He attended Baton Rouge Public Schools in his early years, later graduating from McKinley Senior High School, where he played football as a guard. Ray was one of the best! Soon after high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he was…...
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Joyce Annette Simmons
When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her. There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all. Proverbs 31:26-29 Joyce Annette Simmons was born on March 18, 1956, in Portsmouth, VA. She was the daughter of Horace & Margaret Worsley. Joyce, affectionately…...
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Deante J. Fields
Deante J. Fields of Norfolk, VA, slipped from time into eternity on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Deante was affectionately known as “Dee” to those who knew and loved him. Dee was born on March 21, 1994. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and the Norfolk Technical Center, Securing a Certificate in Electrical Work. Dee graduated from Norview High School in 2013. Dee loved life and lived by his own rules. Dee was…...
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Carolyn Daniels
Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengths me” Carolyn Daniels, a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, friend, and a woman of God, unexpectedly left Earth and was called to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Carolyn Daniels was born on May 25, 1955, in Portsmouth, VA, to the late Deacon Miles Elliott and Deaconess Margaret Elliott. She was the youngest of five siblings, which included sister Barbara Riddick…...
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Carroll Darnice Harris
On September 19, 2024, God whispered, “It’s time” to His daughter, Carroll Darnice Pope Harris. She was born July 6, 1955, to the late William and Iris Pope. She was the eldest of their three children. Carroll grew up knowing who God is and made the choice to follow Him. Carroll was educated in the Portsmouth School System and graduated from Manor High School in 1973. There, she developed a love for playing the clarinet…...
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Velma Delores Cartwright
Velma (Lil Sister) Delores Cartwright was born to Sarah Cartwright Fentress and Claud Nixon on June 3, 1961, in Norfolk, Virginia. Velma, who attended Norfolk Public Schools, was known and loved by many. Velma is predeceased by her parents and brothers, Eugene Cartwright and Paul Cartwright. She is survived by two sisters, Roberta Wilson (Bernard) of Chesapeake, VA, and Margaret Cartwright of Norfolk, VA, one niece, Crystal Cartwright of Upper Marlboro, MD, one great-niece, Melia Jonas…...
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Andrew Donald Patterson, Sr.
We have gathered today with family and friends to celebrate the life of Andrew Donald Patterson., Sr., known as Andy to family but affectionately called “Andycapp” by his loving wife Miranda of twenty-two years. He took the hand of the Lord quietly and peacefully as his wife comforted him during his transition. Andy was born in Philadelphia, PA., to the late Willie James Moody and Viola Patterson on September 29, 1956. Andy grew up in…...
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Dorothy S. Moore
Dorothy Spruell Moore, affectionately known as Dot, was born April 26,1936, in Oak City, North Carolina to the late Amos and Arrena Spruill. Dorothy received her formal education in the Martin County School System. Dorothy was married to Earnest J. Moore, Sr., for 44 years and to their union, three children were born. Dorothy was a stay-at-home mother and after her children were older, dedicated her life to service to others as a private housekeeper…...
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Keith Tyrone Parsons
Keith Parsons, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, Virginia, passed away in his hometown, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to his family. Born on January 27, 1959, Keith’s life was a testament to the power of joy and the importance of family. Keith was the beloved son of Thaddeus Parsons and Beulah Taylor. He was preceded in death by his cherished brothers, Thomas Parsons and Thaddeus Parsons (Cheryl). Keith’s memory will forever…...
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Artie “Buddy” Harris
Artie Harris, 88, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Portsmouth Health Rehabilitation Center. He was born on January 28, 1936, in Chesapeake County to the late George and Hester Harris. Arti, called “Buddy” loved to raise horses and hunt in his younger years in Deep Creek. He was united in holy matrimony to Mary Elizabeth Harris. They were married for 61 years before her passing on December 21, 2016. Artie and Mary lived…...
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Sylvia Denise White
She was born on June 26, 1964, and passed on August 26, 2024. Sylvia joined her son, Clayton McRath; husband, Raymond White; mother, Barbara Jean Webb; grandmother, Gertrude; father, Sam McRath, and stepfather Anthony Webb; sisters, Sabrina McRath, Earnel McRath and Monica Harris. Sylvia was born in Owensboro, KY to Barbara Jean Webb and Jesse Richard Harris. She was the 6th out of 7 children on her mother’s side. She went to Owensboro High School,…...
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Betty Jean Fagan
Betty J. Fagan, a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and favorite aunt to all was born on December 11, 1952 to Fannie Moore and Hayward Everette. She was born in Norfolk Community Hospital and remained a Norfolk native. Betty attended Norfolk public schools and graduated from Lake Taylor Senior High. After graduating she began a career of community service with the City of Norfolk. She worked in the public school system for 5 years. She…...
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Derrick Lamont Piersawl
Derrick Lamont Piersawl, 50, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in the hospital surrounded by loved ones after battling acute myeloid leukemia for over two years. Derrick was born on April 12, 1974, to Michael Ray and Linda Deloris Piersawl. Derrick graduated from Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake, Virginia in 1993, where he played football (awarded the honor of Most Valuable Athlete as a Defensive Lineman in 1992), and baseball…...
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Morris Lee Jones
Morris Lee Jones was born to Henry Jones Sr. and Ruth B. Jones on January 29, 1943, in Franklin, VA. He was a 1961 graduate of Hayden High School, where he enjoyed playing football and other sports. Morris served in the United States Navy from 1966-1969. He matriculated to Norfolk State College, where he obtained a BA degree in Art Education. He taught art at the prison in Emporia, VA, before being employed by the state…...
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Janice Beatrice Richardson
Janice Beatrice Richardson was born 1957 in Gary, Indiana to James Richardson and Dorothy Lee Robinson on Christmas Day. Janice spent all her childhood and teenage years in Gary, Indiana. She graduated from the historic Roosevelt High School, class of 1976. In her later years, Janice and her mother relocated to Virginia, where she found work in the banking industry working at Nations Bank and Bank of America. Janice had a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems. In 2004,…...
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