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Yvonne Thornton

Yvonne Thornton passed away October 7, 2021....

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Raymond K. Pace

Raymond Keith Pace was born on September 14, 1968, to Treava Baynes and Nathaniel Coley, exited this life to enter into eternal rest on Monday, October 4, 2021. Raymond was predeceased by his grandmother, Virginia L. Pace and his father Nathaniel Coley. Raymond was known to many as “Henny Doo”. Henny Doo was a loving father, son, brother, uncle and reliable friend. Who worked at General Dynamics for twelve years, He enjoyed spending time with his kids and mother.…...

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Alton Archie

Alton Archie passed away September 4, 2021.  ...

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Willie Bernard Royals, Sr.

Willie Bernard Royals, Sr. passed away October 6, 2021....

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Lenis Guess, III

An Accomplished Life Lenis D. Guess, III, 81, passed away on October 5, 2021. He was born on February 27, 1940 in Norfolk, Virginia. He was a music legend, writer, producer, singer and arranger of numerous songs for himself and many other artists. He has performed in many states throughout the United States and overseas. Lenis achieved greatness in his music career; most importantly, he was a believer in Jesus Christ as his personal Lord…...

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Mary L. Daniels

Mary Alice Lundy Daniels was born in Greenville County, VA to the late Thomas “Esley” Lundy and Margaret (née Adams) Lundy on Friday, November 22, 1929, and transitioned into eternity on Sunday, October 3, 2021, in her Portsmouth, VA home. Although Mary Alice was the youngest in the family, no one could put the baby in a corner. Throughout life, she always moved to the beat of her own drum. Whatever she thought, that’s what…...

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Dominque Jamar Brooks

Dominque “Dom” Brooks was unfortunately taken away from us on Friday, October 1, 2021. He was born, along with his twin brother, on December 8, 2000 in Norfolk, VA. He graduated with academic honors from Indian River High School in 2019 and attended Norfolk State University where he studied Business Management. “Dom” would light the room up with his smile and vibrant personality. His warm loving heart touched everyone he met. He left an impression…...

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Carolyn E. Whitley

An angel Carolyn E. Whitley was born on February 13, 1948 to the late Katy E. Haynes and Herman Lee Haynes. She died peacefully on October 2, 2021 among her family and friends. She was predeceased by her sisters Pauline Wright, Sylvia Shannon and her brother George W. Haynes. And also her late husband Johnnie Whitley. Carolyn graduated from George W. Carver High School and completed business administration courses at Norfolk state University. She worked…...

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Blairlee Irene Lawton

Blairlee Irene Lawton was born March 6, 1935, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence and Rhoda Lawton in Chesapeake Virginia where she was raised in a Christian home. She moved to Boston, Massachusetts as a young woman where she worked, lived, and had many friends. She was a member of the Faithful Church of Christ for over 30 years and was an active member of the Usher Board, the Missionary Choir and was one…...

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Earl Leander Benson

Earl Leander Benson was born December 12, 1988 in Portsmouth, Virginia. He was the son of Evelyn Woods(Donald Woods) and Errol McCloud. He was the youngest of four siblings. Earl was a 2007 Graduate of I.C. Norcom High School and soon after he attended Virginia State University, where he obtained both a Bachelor degree in Engineering in 2011 and Masters in Project Management 2013. Earl accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early…...

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Joyce Bell

We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are hunted down but never abandoned by God.   2 Corinthians 4:8-9 In a moment in the twinkling of an eye, Joyce Jennifer Bell, age 62, of Norfolk, Virginia, peacefully departed her earthly home on Monday October 4, 2021, and entered her heavenly home. Our mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend AKA “Aunt J or Joycie” was born on March 5,…...

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Tracy R. Findlay

Tracy R. Findlay passed away on June 13, 2021....

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Delereace King

Delereace King passed away on September 30, 2021....

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Mary Helen Artis

Mary Helen Artis entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 1, 2021. “Judy” as she was affectionately known, was born on August 22, 1937, in Murfreesboro, North Carolina (Hertford County) to the late Tom Worthington and Mary L. Pope. Judy graduated from C. S. Brown High School in Winton, North Carolina. After graduation, she attended Business College in Washington, D.C. Once she returned to North Carolina, she had her first two children, Cheryl and Arnitra.…...

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George S. Sumner

George Samuel Sumner left us on October 2, 2021, in his home in Chesapeake, Virginia. George was born on December 21, 1977, in San Diego, California to Rhonda Jean Sumner and Lonnie Benard Sumner, Sr. He graduated from Oscar Smith High School in 1996 and studied management at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. He played football on the Oscar Smith Varsity Football Team and loved to play basketball as well. George was a loving…...

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Calvin Eugene Ham

We Remember Calvin Our devoted Father, Grandfather, and most importantly Husband, Calvin E. Ham a man of faith and integrity passed away on October 1, 2021. Calvin was passionate about education; he earned a degree in electronics from ECPI in 2005. He ran a successful business for several years installing security systems and worked for Norfolk Public Schools for fifty years mentoring at-risk youth.  Calvin loved music and loved to dance, laugh and tell jokes. His father, Robert Ham; stepdaughter, Angelec Maria Wiggins; his beloved…...

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Rodney Lawrence

Rodney Lawrence passed away on October 2, 2021....

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Cynthia White

Cynthia White passed away on October 1, 2021....

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Leon Booth Jr.

Leon Booth Jr., affectionately known by his childhood nickname given to him by his parents, “Dukie,” or “Sifu,” as his Kung Fu students called him, transitioned to eternal life on September 26, 2021. He will reunite with his loved ones, his father Leon Booth Sr, mother Alice Ruth Booth, aunt Jessie Mae Taylor, brother Steve Booth, sister Cecelia Mitchell, niece Rita Melvin, and other loved ones whom he longed to see again. Leon will be…...

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Thomina D. Knight

Thomina Demeta Knight born May 11, 1976 in Norfolk, VA. She was the daughter to her mother, Darlene Knight and father, Tony Edwards of Norfolk, VA. She graduated from Maury  High School. She was predeceased by her great grandmother, Dorothy Gains; grandmother, Margaret Spencer; and her children’s father, Shane T. Walck. She leaves to cherish her memories: five children, Shane S. Knight, Robert W. Walck, Kenneth S. Walck, Shamina F. Brown and Oliver W. Brown;…...

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Dollie Mitchell

Dollie Mae Mitchell passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was born March 27, 1955 in Portsmouth VA. She was the daughter of James and Lillie Mitchell. Dollie was a school cafeteria worker for many years which she enjoyed. She lived her life to the fullest through her smile, sense of humor, love for music (oldies but goodies) and her family. Dollie is survived by her brother, Ramon; sister, Joann; long time partner, Horace Sivells; her children:…...

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Aaron Geron Harris

REMEMBERING AARON GERON HARRIS “AG” “One thing have I asked of the LORD, that I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple.” Psalm 27:4 – E.S.V. Our beloved, father, nephew, and uncle, Aaron Geron Harris, affectionately called “AG” by family and friends, was suddenly called Home from labor to reward, Sunday,…...

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Keith Lamarr Baxter-Robinson

Keith L. Baxter- Robinson, 61 of Chesapeake, Virginia gained his wings on September 30, 2021. He was born on March 2, 1960  in Hartford, Connecticut to Jessie Robinson and the late Howard Robinson. Keith was baptized at First Baptist Church in Oakland, California. He graduated from Encinal High School. Keith, also attended Encinal College in Alameda California. His favorite football team was the Oakland Raiders. He was very passionate about his family. One of his…...

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Clayton D. Britt

Clayton Demetrius “Meat” Britt, age 54 of Chesapeake, VA went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 30, 2021. Clayton was born on May 8, 1967 to the parents of Thomas Nathaniel and Katie Ann Britt in Portsmouth, VA. Clayton was a member at True Vine Pentecostal Holiness Church in Portsmouth, VA. Clayton loved the Lord and lived his life understanding the importance of family, fellowship, selflessness and lending a…...

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Thelma Cherry Fuller

Thelma C. Fuller went quietly to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 23, 2021. She was born on March 20, 1937 to the late Nathaniel Cherry and Edna Cherry. She was a faithful Christian for many years at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Virginia Beach, VA. She was the director of Sisters of Mission Ministry (Missionary). She also sponsored children in Africa. Thelma was the wife of the late William Fuller, Jr; mother of eight children, Thelma Robinson, Barbara Davis (Dennis), Ann…...

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Diane Holley

Diane Speller Holley was called home by her Lord into eternal life on Wednesday morning September 29, 2021. Diane was born in Norfolk, VA on November 25, 1955 to the late Mary Carmichael. She was educated in Norfolk, Public Schools. Diane had a heart of gold and she loved her children and grandchildren dearly. There was nothing she wouldn’t do for them. She would give anyone her last if she knew that you really needed…...

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Rodney Louis Wright

Rodney Louis Wright (Ron, Ronnie or Saint) transitioned from his labor to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. Rodney was born on April 8, 1956 to William and Leola Wright. He loved playing football, baseball, basketball and played the tuba in the marching band. He was a joy to be around! Known to be a hard worker, Rodney had many professions including being employed at Tidewater Regional Transit (TRT), Norfolk State University…...

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Perry A. Blanchard

On Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Perry Blanchard was called to rest from labor to reward at the young age of 59.  The world has lost a great brother, husband, father, and friend. Perry was known by many nicknames and answered to them all. You may have called him TuTu, Tattoo, Stewie or Toot, but no matter what named you used, the MAN was the same. He was a hard worker, always bubbly, calm and modest,…...

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Sheron Delois Lewis

Sheron Delois Lewis passed away on September 27, 2021....

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Martha A. Knockett

On Friday, October 1, 2021 our beloved Martha Ann Knockett received her wings and went home to be with our heavenly father. “Ann” as she was affectionately called was born on May 13, 1950 to the late Alphonso Kelly Sr. and Martha Jones. Ann was a lifelong resident of Norfolk, Virginia. She was educated in the Norfolk Public School System. After many years of service, she retired as a housekeeper. Ann was a loving, kind-hearted,…...

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Rikeria Danielle Bibbins

On September 29, 2021, our Heavenly Father in His infinite wisdom and mercy, entered Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and claimed our loved one. Rikeria Bibbins, a mother, daughter, great granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, entrepreneur, and friend to many. Rikeria Bibbins, affectionately known as “Sue” by her close friends, is a native of Norfolk, Virginia, was born on January 23, 1996 to Deeneil Bibbins and Ricky White.  Rikeria attended Norview High School, Norfolk, VA; she later…...

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Catherine Arnita Garrett-Gore

Catherine Arnita Garrett-Gore, affectionately known as “Nita,” 70, departed into eternal rest on September 28, 2021 in Maryview Hospital. She was a compassionate soul who wanted to be remembered for being a good friend, her love of helping people (especially the elderly), and her love of the Lord. Her beautiful smile, infectious laugh, and caring spirit will be dearly remembered by all who knew her. Born in Portsmouth, VA, Nita was the daughter of the…...

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Tandielee Edwards

Tandielee Edwards passed away September 29, 2021....

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Dorothy Jean Slade

Dorothy Slade went to be with the Lord on September 28th 2021 at her home. Dorothy Slade was born on July 11th 1945 in Martin County to the late Marjorie Slade. She was an Techstyle worker and retired from Durex Inc. in Union NJ. Her hobbies was knitting and working on puzzles books. Dorothy Slade was a faithful member of New Point Baptist Church where she served as a secretary for the usher board. Dorothy was known for her sweet uplifting spirit…...

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Bernice Harper

Bernice Harper passed away on September 27, 2021....

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Bernice Teel

Mrs. Bernice Teel was predeceased by her mother, Fannie Mason, her father, Sharman Lee Mason Sr., her sisters, Mary Jones, Marie Mason, Estall Fugate, Hattie Mason; her brothers, Sharman Mason, Jr., John Mason, Leon Mason, Edward Mason, Paul Mason, Lonnie Mason, two step-sons, Earl Cotton Brown and William Herbert Brown. Bernice, a loving woman of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, was called home on September 23, 2021. Left to treasure her precious memories, one son, Tyrone…...

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Veronica T. Adams

Born Veronica Tynia Adams, on April 4th, 1984 to mother Sharron, and father Geoffrey Sr. Veroninca was the over energized 2nd of 3 girls. Roots beginning in Washington D.C., instilled in Veronica was a love for the “city”, and great music! Veronica had a passion for drawing and coloring, she truly saw the beauty in ALL THINGS! If she could, she’d give all she owned, just to see someone smile. Regardless of the hurtles life…...

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Nathaniel Jones

Nathaniel was born December 2, 1932 to the union of James and Ella Mae Jones in Cincinnati, Ohio. He departed this earthly life on Monday, September 27, 2021 after a long illness. He Transitioned quietly at his home in Moyock, North Carolina. Nate Grew up in Cincinnati Ohio where he attended school. He was passionate about playing the trumpet in the school band. Every week he and his close friends, Top and Hunter, would practice…...

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Glenda Kiara Johnson

We Remember Kiara Glenda “Kiara” Johnson, 32, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was born on Monday, July 3, 1989 to Glenda D. Cuffee and Emile Johnson, and was raised by her stepfather, Ben Cuffee. Kiara was a 2008 graduate of Bayside High School, a 2011 graduate of Woodrow Wilson Trade School and attended Centura College in 2015. She was employed at Norfolk…...

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Romanuel S. Sanderlin

Romanuel S. Sanderlin passed away on September 24, 2021....

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Gwendolyn Annette Willie

Gwendolyn affectionately known to family and friends as “Gwenny” was born to William Edward Williams and Penelope Butts on January 31,1953. On Monday September 2 7, 2021, Gwenny was called home to eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Gwenny accepted Christ as her Savior and spent the better part of her life serving on several ministries at her families’ Church, Tabernacle of Prayer for All People. Gwenny will mostly be remembered by…...

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Byron Keith Sykes

Byron Keith Sykes passed away on September 21, 2021....

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Vandia Reed Terry

Vandia Reed Terry passed away on September 26, 2021....

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Lenelle Taylor

Lenelle “Leny Moe” Taylor of Norfolk, Virginia departed this life to join his lord and savior on September 26, 2021. He was born on February 28, 1962 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Frank, Sr. and Naomi Taylor. He attended Norfolk Public School and Norfolk skills center where he received his certification in brick mason. Lenelle was a member of Faith Hope and Charity Community Church under the leadership of Pastor Alberta Turner. If you knew Leny Moe, he…...

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Walter Randolph Martin

Walter Randolph Martin passed away on September 22, 2021....

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Artis Ray Stith

Artis Ray Stith was called home on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 while resting at Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. Artis was born on December 7, 1957 to the late Eloise Creekmore-Stith and James T. Stith. His roots are embedded in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Ray loved his fashion. You would always catch him in the latest threads and name brands. Specifically, he loved watches. Rolex and Tissot watches were among his favorites. He was also a…...

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Ethyle L. Parker

Ethyle L. Parker passed away on September 21, 2021....

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Estelle L. Fuller-Todd

Estelle was born October 24, 1963, to the late Earl Roy Fuller Sr. and Jessie Mae Fuller in Norfolk, Va. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, Virginia, and received a bachelor’s degree from Norfolk State University, majoring in Sociology. Estelle served as a probation officer for many years and transitioned into a youth counselor for the city of Newport News. Her magnetic personality resulted in many close and very special friendships. She…...

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Vivian A. Andrews

Vivian A. Andrews was born May 9, 1942, in West Norfolk, VA to the late Allen and Celestine Collins. She passed away on September 26, 2021, with a song in her heart, “The Battle is The Lord’s.” Vivian was much loved mother of Anna, Carlton and the late Marcus and Arthur Andrews. Cherished grandmother of Marquis Burch, Antoinette Andrews, and Arthur Andrews IV.Great grandmother of Maree’, Lebreona, Zamariya, Elijah, Arianna, Amoni, Arthur V, and Amirah She is the…...

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Jewel Marie Conyers

Jewel Marie Conyers passed away on September 8, 2021....

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