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Memorials
Jacqueline Yvonne Cherry
Jacqueline Yvonne Cherry, affectionately known as “Jackie”, departed this earthly life to be welcomed into God’s Kingdom on February 10, 2024, in Suffolk, Virginia at the age of 82. Jackie was born in Norfolk County (Chesapeake). Her early years were spent in the Gilmerton area of Chesapeake where she attended school. Jackie was a graduate of Crestwood High School, and after graduating high school she moved to Washington, DC. While in the Washington, DC/Maryland area,…...
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Ronnie Credle Campbell
On February 9, 2024, Ronnie C. Campbell was called home to eternal rest. He was born on October 21, 1977 to the late Ronnie Credle and Barbara Campbell-Harrington. Affectionately known by many as ‘Fu-Fu’, Ronnie was a loving person with a wonderful sense of humor. His loyalty to his family and friends knew no bounds, as he would protect his loved ones. He enjoyed music and will be fondly remembered for his free-spirited attitude.…...
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William Michael Sills
William Sills, 73, of Portsmouth, VA passed away on February 10, 2024 in Norfolk, VA. William was born in New York to Willie Belle Sills on August 27, 1950. He attended Portsmouth Public schools and was a 1968 graduate of I.C. Norcom High School. He later earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Norfolk State University. He was a veteran of Desert Storm and honorably served in the U. S. Navy for 22 years before…...
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Marvin Grantum
Marvin Grantum was born on June 11th, 1952, in Ridgeland South Carolina. He was the third of six children born to the late Eloise and James Grantum. Marvin accepted Christ at an early age and was a former member of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated from I. C. Norcom High School in 1971.After Completion of High School he joined the U. S. Marines and became a Rifleman. After Leaving the Marines, Marvin accepted…...
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Connie A. Windbush
Connie Alice Windbush, a faithful servant of the Lord, was called to her heavenly home on February 6, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on April 30, 1950, in Lobato, West Virginia, to Albert Sr. and Myrdis Allen, Connie grew to embody the virtues of humility, gratitude, and respect for all of God’s creation. Throughout her life, Connie walked in the light of the Lord, serving as a deaconess and living out her faith…...
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Earthen E. Johnson
Earthen Elizabeth Johnson was born July 17, 1983 in Hampton, Virginia to Mrs. Joyce V. Johnson and Dr. Melvin R. Johnson, both residents of Suffolk, VA. She was the youngest of three siblings and resided in Pennsauken and Cherry Hill, New Jersey for the past 19 years. On Saturday, February 3, 2024, our beloved Earthen was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 40 after a brave 3-year battle with colon…...
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Jackquelyn Marie Stevenson
Jackquelyn Marie Stevenson known to her loved ones as Jackie, passed away on January 30th 2024 in Suffolk, VA at the age of 29. She was born on June 3, 1994 at Portsmouth Navel Hospital, Portsmouth VA. Jackie attended Kings Fork High School and then pursued a career at OVC. She was passionate about her work and dedicated herself to her profession. In her free time, Jackie enjoyed traveling, braiding hair, dancing, and indulging in…...
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William Christopher Bond
William Christopher Bond, known as Chris, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2024 at the age of 51 in Chesapeake, VA. He was born on December 7, 1972 in Portsmouth, VA to Olivia Grimes and William Richard Bond, who have both predeceased him. Chris grew up in Cavalier Manor, a place he took great pride in. He had an older sister, Valerie Elliot, who also predeceased him. Recently, Chris achieved one of his greatest accomplishments…...
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Linwood G. Blake, Jr.
Mr. Linwood G. “Bubba” Blake, Jr. was born on August 7, 1964, to the late Linwood G. Blake, Sr and Daisy Lyles in Lewiston, North Carolina. Relocating to Portsmouth, Virginia in 1978, where he attended Woodrow Woodson High School. He worked for years as a contractor on numerous building projects throughout the city. Linwood was renowned for his sense of humor and love for his family. Linwood was often called upon by the family to…...
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Alfred Benjamin Elliott
Alfred Benjamin Elliott, known as Al, was born to the late Clarence Brenville Elliott, Sr., and Hortense Bell on May 1, 1956, in New York. Alfred moved to Nassau Bahamas at a very young age where his aunt, Maria Forbes (now deceased), raised him. He attended Western Junior School followed by Western Senior School, where he excelled in all subjects. He then went on to St. Augustine College (SAC) where he enjoyed singing in the…...
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Sidney Ricks
Sidney Ricks was born in Sumter, South Carolina, on December 1, 1935. The eldest of six children, Sidney and his family spent his early years in the country. As a young widow, his mother,Edith Ricks, migrated to the north, where they settled in Asbury Park, New Jersey. There, she raised Sidney and his siblings Harriet, Eleanor, Robbie, Chester, and Dorothy. Sidney’s formative years were spent in Asbury Park, where he attended Bangs Avenue Grammar School…...
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James Edward Bridgeford
On February 3, 2024, God called our beloved James E. Bridgeford to his eternal rest. James was born November 20, 1943 to the late James and Mary Bridgeford in Norfolk, Virginia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Antoinette ‘Toni’ Bridgeford-Colander. He was educated in Norfolk Public Schools system, graduating from Booker T. Washington High School in 1961. He furthered his education at Norfolk State University, receiving his bachelor’s…...
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Kenny D. Vinson, Sr.
Kenny Devane Vinson Sr. aged 59, departed this life to go be with the Lord on February 1, 2024. Kenny was better known as Vaney (affectionately named by his younger brother Keith) Petey, Devane, Da, Dad, Pop, Granda Devane, Granddaddy Devane Sir (affectionately named by his granddaughter Shakira “Kia” White) Grandad, and Uncle Devane. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who loved him.…...
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Kelly Clinton Johnson, Jr.
Kelly Clinton Johnson, Jr. was born on December 31, 1957, to Kelly and Susie Johnson in Halifax County, North Carolina. He peacefully answered God’s call to eternal rest on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. Kelly was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools system. Later in life, he accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior. Kelly was affectionately known to many as Bunkey. He dedicated numerous years to the construction…...
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Cynthia R. White
To love and be loved is the greatest gift on earth”. Cynthia’s greatest gift was the love for her family. On the afternoon of January 30, 2024, our beloved Cynthia Reneé White earned her wings as she was called home to glory by the Lord. She was the eldest of four children born on May 21, 1957, to Margie Juanita Hayes, and the late Wilbert Lee. Riddick, Sr. Cynthia was a graduate of Norview High…...
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Vivian B. West
Mrs. Vivian (Odessa) Brown West transitioned on January 31, 2024, at the age of ninety-three, in Chesapeake, Virginia. She was born on April 15, 1930, and would have been ninety- four on her next birthday. Vivian was a member of First Baptist Church for over forty years. As a young woman she understood the importance of being obedient to God, a loving family, serving your community and obtaining an education. She was born in Mayesville,…...
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Latonia G. Vaughan
It is with a heavy heart to announce the untimely and sudden death of our dear sister, daughter, mother, and friend, Latonia Vaughan-Goodman on January 30, 2024. Latonia was born to Christopher and Kathleen Vaughan on March 30, 1969 and was the first of three children. Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia she attended St. Mary’s Academy, where she was actively involved in the school choir, showcasing her love for music and community. She later…...
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Keith Anthony Wright
Keith Anthony Wright, 66, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2024 in Norfolk, VA. Keith was born March 19, 1957, to Jean and Andy Wright in Richmond VA. He was a graduate of Bowling Green Senior High and attended Old Dominion University where he was a member of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. Keith touched so many lives with his memorable smile, kind heart and gregarious spirit. He was an immensely proud family man who led…...
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Bernice H. Williams
Bernice H. Williams, 93, of Norfolk, Virginia passed away on January 29, 2024. She was affectionately called Bea, Bunny, and/or Bern by family and friends. Bernice was born on September 29, 1930, to the late Trilby Colbert and George J. Holloman in Ivor, Virginia. She graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1948. She worked as a domestic worker and eventually was employed by Norfolk Public Schools. Bernice was formerly married to the late…...
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Rosa Lee Hall Willie
Rosa Lee Hall Willie of 1709 Chestwood Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia slipped quietly away into her Father’s arms to eternal rest on Sunday, January 28, 2024. Rosa Lee, as she was affectionately called by family and close friends, was born in St. Petersburg, Florida on June 6, 1944. She was the only child of Johnnie Lee and Edith Hall. Rosa was baptized as a youth in the Baptist faith. As recently as 2 weeks ago,…...
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Robert L. Johnson
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. I Corinthians 13:13: Robert Lee Johnson was born on November 9, 1943, and departed this earthly life and entered eternal life on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Bobby as he was affectionally known was a native of Norfolk, Virginia the son of the late Paul Elmo Johnson, Jr., and Loriner Long Johnson. Bobby was baptized and reared in the Catholic…...
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Pernel Roosevelt Perry, Jr.
PERNEL ROOSEVELT PERRY, JR. was born on May 27, 1951 at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA, to the late Nettie Westbrook Perry and the late Pernel Roosevelt Perry. He departed this life on January 24, 2024 at Sentara Obici Hospital, with his daughters, Carlette and Tosha, by his side. Pernel grew up in Suffolk, VA and attended public schools here. He worked a variety of jobs in Suffolk, Hampton and Newport News, VA. His…...
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