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Zane Austin White

Zane Austin White passed away on August 11, 2021....

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Sandra M. Givens-Grandison

Sandra Marie Givens-Grandison, affectionately known as “Peter” and/or “Sandy” 70, entered eternal rest on August 12, 2021. She was born on March 22, 1951, in Norfolk, VA to the late Doland Givens and Dorothy Boone. Sandra was educated in the Norfolk and Chesapeake public school systems and eventually graduated from George Washington Carver HS. Sandra worked over 35 years within the Healthcare System, starting at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters, later Sentara Norfolk General…...

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Lisa Regina Elliott

And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again and your heart shall rejoice and your joy no man taketh from you. John 16:22 Mrs. Lisa Elliott of Chesapeake, Virginia departed to life to join Lord and Savior on the God given day of August 10, 2021. Lisa was born in Norfolk, Virginia on July 23, 1969 to the late Elbert and Helen Corey. She attended Lake Taylor Senior High School graduating…...

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L.C. Smith

Elder L.C. Smith departed this life and was dispatched by angels on August 12, 2021, with his family at his bedside at Sentara Heart Hospital. Elder L.C. Smith was better known as Boy Baby and Smitty. L.C. was born on March 18, 1934, to the parents of Georgia and Elmo Smith in Waco, Texas. He was one of seventeen children. L.C. was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Pastor Naomi Smith, and fifteen…...

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Allen Edward Smith

Allen Edward Smith, 75, of Norfolk, VA. and Middleborough, MA. lost his courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, August 12, 2021. Born in Brockton to the late Edward Carl Smith and the late Arlene Barbara (Hawes) Smith, Allen worked hard throughout his life to serve and guide those in need. From his service in the United States Army to EMT to security to driving trucks cross-country to driving school buses, he was always there to…...

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Jelecia Ferebee Lewis

On Friday August 6, 2021 our beloved Jelecia Ferebee Lewis peacefully and quietly went to be with the Lord. Jelecia was born on June 7, 1976 to Lionel Myers of Portsmouth and Barbara Ferebee Harper of Chesapeake, VA. Jelecia or Nita as she was called by her family and friends had a heart of gold, she loved everyone and had a beautiful spirit. Nita graduated from Oscar Smith High School in 1995. Jelecia leaves to…...

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Earvin Nicholson Jr.

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” Psalm 23: Mr. Earvin (Bo) Nicholson, Jr. departed this life on Monday, August 9, 2021. He often stated that he enjoyed a “good life.” Mr. Earvin Nicholson was born on May 10, 1943, in Portsmouth, VA, to the Late Mr. Earwin and Mrs. Christine White Nicholson and was the 2nd of 7 children plus the eldest son. He served two years in the United States Navy…...

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Anita Renee Hodges

Anita Renee Hodges passed away on August 8, 2021....

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Gwendolyn C. Battle

Gwendolyn Iris Christian Battle On Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 4:10 A.M., the Angel of Mercy came into our midst and gave Gwendolyn Iris Christian Battle “Gwen” eternal rest. Gwen was the middle child, born February 24, 1950, to the late James T. Christian, Sr. and Fannie M. Christian. She received Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Taylorsville, by Reverend T. Melvin Steele, now New First Baptist Church, Taylorsville, Portsmouth, Virginia. She was a…...

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Annie Marie Tabb

Annie Marie Tabb went home to be with her lord and savior on Tuesday August 10, 2021.  Annie was born in Norfolk, VA on May 13, 1930 to the late Joe Willie and Claudia Morring.  She graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA.  Shortly thereafter, she married Shepard Annanise Tabb with whom she had 6 sons. Annie grew up in the Church of God in Christ where she was a devoted member. …...

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Georgianna Deloatch

My beloved mother Georgianna Brown DeLoatch was born in Suffolk Virginia on September 7, 1947, as the seventh child of the late George Brown Sr. and Roxanna Brown Makervane. Mom took her eternal rest on Aug 6, 2021. She was educated in the Suffolk Public School System. Georgianna’s college education included Liberty University and Tidewater Community College. Georgianna’s charismatic personality led her to Portsmouth General Hospital where she became a Hospital Aide and in charge…...

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Brenda Mae Weaver

Brenda Mae Weaver, 55, passed peacefully from this life on August 8, 2021, supported by her loving family. Brenda was born September 16, 1965, and spent her life as a homemaker in Norfolk, Virginia, where she touched all who had the chance to know her. Brenda leaves to cherish her memory her children (and spouses): Bryan Weaver, Reginald Weaver (DeShanna) and Kashif Weaver; common-law husband, Antonio Butts. She also leaves to mourn her siblings (and…...

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Johnnie Mae Jernigan

Johnnie Mae Jernigan, affectionately known as, “Johnnie” departed this life peacefully on Monday, August 9, 2021. She was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on November 29, 1932 to the union of the late John and Myrtle Jernigan. Johnnie graduated from I.C. Norcom High School, where she was the captain of the cheerleading squad. After graduation, she moved to New York and began her career as an administrative assistant with the Social Security Administration. She found herself…...

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Eddie Lee Knight

Eddie Lee Knight passed away on August 8, 2021....

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Hugh Johnson Jr.

Hugh Johnson Jr. was the oldest child born on March 11, 1953 in Scotland Neck, North Carolina to the late Hugh Johnson Sr. and Mattie Cotton Johnson. He departed this earthly life on July 28, 2021. Hugh was a 1971 graduate of Bookert T. Washington High School in Norfolk, Virginia. Upon graduation, he relocated to New York to further his education. He attended Pace College, Baruch College and New School University where he obtained his…...

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Ernest Lee Smith

On Monday August 2, 2021, Ernest Lee Smith departed this world to go home to Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Ernest made his grand entrance into this world on July 4, 1940, to the care of his parents, the late Herbert Smith and LouVerna Smith Parker. When he was young,he had a passion for playing baseball and dreamt of becoming a professional baseball player.  When he was a teen, his family moved from Scotland Neck, NC to Norfolk, VA. In…...

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Linwood Ray Richardson Jr.

Linwood Ray Richardson Jr. passed away on July 30, 2021....

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Cynthia Marie Battle

Cynthia Marie Battle, affectionately known as “Marie” transitioned from this life at age 75 to a never-ending” vacation with Jesus” on Saturday August 7, 2021. Marie was born July 14, 1946, to the late Norfleet Sr. and Anna Rose Claude. She was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System, graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in 1964 and furthered her education at Norfolk State University with a B.S. in Secretarial Science. In 1968, she married…...

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Albert Rufus Bell

Albert Rufus Bell was born on March 25, 1946 in Portsmouth, VA to the late Mary T. Bell. He peacefully passed away on August 8, 2021.  Albert was educated in the Portsmouth School System.  He was a dedicated employee of Portsmouth General Hospital for 35 years.  He started in the position of dishwasher and continued to advance to a supervisor in the Dietary Department. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary T. Bell,…...

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Lorene Bethea

On Monday, August 9, 2021, God sent an angel to call Lorene Bethea home to be with her Heavenly Father. Lorene Bethea was born on August 24, 1956. She was the daughter of the late Esau and Hattie Bethea. Lorene gave her life to Christ at a very young age. She attended Lake Taylor High School. Lorene was a loving mother to three sons. She was a wonderful woman who love to laugh and have…...

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Deborah Kathleen Terry

Deborah K. Terry, known as Bolo, was born August 15, 1948, in Norfolk, VA to the late John D. Terry and Dora Ethel Terry. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Tidewater Community College (TCC), where she earned a certificate in Bookkeeping. Deborah worked as a cook and staff trainer at Hardees for 15 years. She is predeceased by her father, John David Terry; her mother, Dora Ethel Terry; her sister,…...

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Betty Ann Judge

Betty Ann Judge passed away on August 5, 2021. Betty Ann Judge attended Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA. She was known for being a loving mother, grandmother and mother-in-law that would open her home to her family and friends. Betty Ann was the head cook at Reggis in Waterside (Norfolk, VA). As well as a home care nurse to many over the years. She was know for her famous quote to all…...

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Amber Nicole Hubbard

Amber N. Hubbard, 27, was called home to her heavenly father on August 5, 2021. Amber was born September 6, 1993 in Norfolk, Virginia to Monica Harvey and Timothy Jones. Amber attended Maury High School in Norfolk, Virginia. She worked at Walmart as a cashier and salesperson. Amber was very well known in her community. She was one of God’s lovable, respectful, caring and give-able children. Amber had a beautiful heart. Amber leaves to cherish…...

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Bonita Diggs

Bonita Diggs, affectionately known as Bonnie, was surrounded by loved ones when she departed this life into eternal rest on August 7, 2021.  She was a doting mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend.  Her memory will forever be cherished by many. Bonnie attended Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, Virginia and worked many years as a custodial engineer.  She was the youngest of seven children born to the late Samuel and Blanche Diggs.…...

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Michelle Denise Tatem Mustafa

Michelle Densie Tatem Mustafa, 63, of the 200 block of Indian River Road, passed away peacefully in her home on August 8, 2021. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Robert Mustafa; six children, Lafayette (Pam), Tyanita (Brian), Tyanette (Alex), Robert, Michelle and April; a bonus son, Rodney Drew, seven grandchildren and a host of family and friends....

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Schwanda Schrail Corprew

Schwanda Schrail Corprew passed away on July 30, 2021....

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Jean Elizabeth Jones

A Virtuous Woman The Beginning Jean Elizabeth Jones, daughter of the late Archie L. Perry. Carrie Perry was born on March 21, 1929 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was the oldest of eight children. She attended Portsmouth Public Schools and was a 1946 graduate of I.C. Norcom High School. After high school, she furthered her education at Elizabeth City State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education in 1950. Jean had a…...

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Zoe Blondzetta George

Zoe Blondzetta George, 61, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was born July 3, 1960 in Norfolk, VA to the late Dorothy L. Washington and Joseph Jones. She was educated in the Norfolk Public School System and received her career studies certificate in substance abuse from Thomas Nelson Community College. She was also working on her associates’ degree in Human Services. She was a reservationist for TWA and later…...

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Carolyn J. Guilford

Carolyn J. Guilford of 408 Lamp Post Drive, Chesapeake, VA and formerly of 948 Hannah Street, Norfolk, VA, gained her wings on Wednesday afternoon August 5, 2021 at Maryview Heart Hospital. Born in the Lambert’s Point neighborhood, she was the daughter of the late Melvin J. and Maude H. Davis. She was also predeceased by her husband of 20 years, Douglas Guilford; brother, Melvin B. Davis; nephew, Donald Larrimore, Jr. and a brother-in-law, Curtis Parker.…...

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Rayverlyn Simon – Dunston

Rayverlyn Moody Simon-Dunston, also known as “Ray”, 75, peacefully transitioned on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Ray was born on July 2, 1946, in Norfolk, VA to the late Raymond and Edith Moody. She was their only child for many years, until her baby brother Michael came along, which helped to develop her desire to aid others. She was married to Victor Simon until his death in the line of duty in 1968 while serving in…...

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Kayshon Lamar Flynn

Kayshon Lamar Flynn passed away August 2, 2021....

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Henry Lee Hall

Henry Lee Hall born October 1955, died August 2021. Henry was born in Baltimore, MD, grew up in Callao, VA, graduated from Rappahannock Community College, and lived his adult life in Hampton Roads, VA.  His old Ford truck was a fixture around the area, as he drove from job to job as a handyman, his specialty being painting and tile work. Henry lived life on his own terms.  He enjoyed it thoroughly every day with…...

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Nathaniel Brown Jr.

Nathaniel Brown, Jr. also known as “Man” gained his wings on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. He was born on Sunday, July 20, 1958. He attended Maury High School in Norfolk. “Man” was known for his smooth vocals, three pointer shots on the neighborhood Basketball court, and did not mind walking anywhere he needed to go. He was an uncover comedian who made everyone laugh with all of the funny phrases he would often say. He…...

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Florence Geneva Williams

Florence, affectionately known as “Geneva”, suddenly departed her earthly home on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Geneva was born January 18, 1934 to the late Clyde and Nellie Scott Jones. She was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers. She held various positions in the hotel/service industry. Her ultimate passion was gardening. Throughout the week, you would have found Geneva outside in her garden. She leaves to cherish her loving memory her six children:…...

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James Edward Thompson

“The time of my departure has come. I 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 that day.” 2 Timothy 4:6-7 In the early hours of August 4, 2021, James Edward Thompson, affectionately called “Jimmy” and “JT”, transitioned from an earthly life for an eternal life of peace. He…...

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Ralph Lorenzo Stancil

Ralph Lorenzo Stancil, known to everyone as “Lo”, received his crown to glory and was quietly ushered into eternal rest on Monday, August 2, 2021, in the comfort of his home in Chesapeake, VA. Lo was born July 31, 1940 in the South Norfolk section of Chesapeake, VA, to the late Lee Edward Saunders and Thelma E. Stancil. He is predeceased by his parents, his sister Barbara Stancil and brothers, Arcelius Brickhouse and Harold Stancil.…...

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Ruth V. Barrett

Ruth V. Barrett passed away August 3, 2021....

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Michelle Lavertta Scruggs

Michelle Lavertta Scruggs was born on February 27, 1957 to Richard L. Scruggs and Betty J. Phillips. As a child growing up in the Country Club Crest section of Vallejo she was well known and loved for her happy personality and infectious laughter. She attended Olympic School, Solano Jr. High and graduated from People’s High School. She later went on to become a certified nursing assistant. She traveled extensively and lived in Texas, Alabama, Florida…...

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Miles Anthony Crichlow

Miles Anthony Crichlow was born on July 11, 1963 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Ralph Crichlow and Yvonne Anne Watlington. He was the eldest of his siblings. Traveling most of his life, he finally settled down and made a home in Norfolk, Virginia. At the age of 58, Miles entered into eternal rest on July 28, 2021. Miles was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Sarah (“Noni ”) Crichlow and Geneva Watlington, his grandfather, Armond R.…...

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Shytist L. Hinton

Our Beloved Shytist Lachelle Hinton-Jones was born on June 14, 1987 in Hampton, Virginia to a loving mother Tammy Hinton and devoted father, Christopher Hinton Sr. Shytist grew up in a loving and Godly home where she was taught the benefits and immersive joy of God’s love. Shytist served in the youth ministry of United Bibleway Temple for her entire childhood in the choir and on the usher board. She loved family and spending time…...

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Melvin Maurice Charles Moses

Melvin Maurice Charles Moses, 19, of Portsmouth, Virginia tragically passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021. He was born in Newark, Delaware to Melvina Moses at Christiana Hospital. He was the seventh child out of eight. Melvin had a bright future. As a recent 2021 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, he planned to have a career as a Merchant Seaman. He loved his family. He enjoyed playing basketball, football, listening to music and rapping.…...

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Travis A. Lloyd

Travis Alonzo Lloyd was called home to be with the lord on July 30, 2021. Travis was born on December 15, 1987 to the union of Trent Whitney (father) and Jewel Lloyd (mother). Travis grew up in Norfolk, Virginia where he attended the Norfolk Public School system. Travis later earned his GED from the Virginia Department of Education and furthered his educational studies by attending Tidewater Community College. During this time Travis majored in Liberal Arts…...

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Fozzie Marie Glass

Fozzie Marie Glass passed away July 28, 2021....

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Nickinyah LaQuesha Hunter

Nickinyah LaQuesha Hunter passed away July 28, 2021....

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Goldie Whitehead

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 27,2021, Goldie Whitehead slipped away from his earthly dwelling place to his heavenly home. His family has comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Goldie was born to the late Genie Whitehead and Hattie Mae Coates on August 7, 1940 in Southampton County, Virginia. He started his career with Albany Cleaners and retired having served as a…...

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Clarence E. Holmes, Jr.

On Friday, July 30, 2021, our Lord and Savior, reached out his loving arms and told our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, godfather, and friend: “Well done, thou good and faithful servant: Thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things, enter thou into the joy of the Lord.” Clarence was the son of the late Clarence, Sr., and Marie Holmes. “Skinny” as he was affectionately called, came…...

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Charles Arthur Wallace

Charles Arthur Wallace slipped away peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, July 26, 2021. He was born on April 27, 1967 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Martha Greggs and Tharoy Phillips. Charles grew up in the Berkley community of Norfolk and attended Lake Taylor High School, where he met the love of his life, Linda. They married and were blessed with a beautiful family. Charles and his family established their home in Virginia Beach.…...

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William Tracy McPherson

On Friday, July 30, 2021, William Tracy McPherson departed his earthly home for his heavenly home. William was born August 10, 1963 in Norfolk, VA at Norfolk Community Hospital. He graduated from Lake Taylor High School and attended Tidewater Community College. He has worked in the food industry all his life. He was employed with Harris Teeter in Chesapeake in the bakery department. He was a member of Transformation Church in Virginia Beach, where the…...

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Rudolph Williams, Sr.

Rudolph Williams, Sr. passed away July 30, 2021....

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Jacqueline Alexis Sylvester

Born Jacqueline Cooper, on March 12, 1960, to Nell Cooper and Alexander Wilson, in the Bronx, New York. The third born, behind her two sisters Rosalie and Sherrell, then followed by their only brother, Darryl, and Baby sister, Sherry. “Jackie” as all her friends and family called her, since a little girl was always a loving and caring child that loved her family; friends so much, that she would fight their battles, literally.   This…...

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