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Lucille Redmond Pace
Early Sunday morning, August 22, 2021. Lucille R. Pace departed this life at Oak Grove Rehabilitation Center, Chesapeake Virginia. Lucille was born January 22, 1933 to the late Clarence Redmond and Alice battle Redmond in Tarboro, North Carlina. She attended school in Parmele, North Carolina. She married Charles Cleo Pace on July 3, 1956 and from their union they had 8 children. Lucille was a companion aide for the City of Virginia Beach and a…...
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Rosa Mae Craddock
Rosa Mae Craddock, daughter of the late William and Narcissus Edmonds Barksdale, quickly and quietly departed this life on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at her home in Norfolk, Virginia. She was born in Ringgold, Virginia and was the second of six children. The family moved to Norfolk where she received her formal education. She accepted Christ in her early youth and sang in the Junior Choir with her sister Jacqueline at Bank Street Baptist Church. …...
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Elnora Jones Jackson
Elnora Jones Jackson was born February 13, 1941 in Miller Mississippi to Mattie Connor and Jack Connor. Elnora was the second oldest of eight siblings. Preceded in death by her mother, Mattie Connor; father, Jack Connor ; sister, Louise Caliborne; sister in law, Minnie Black ; Sister, Earnestine Edmond; Grandson, Rory Jones and Shaune Johnson. Elnora was baptized at an early age and joined The Church of Christ where she was a member for numerous years. Elnora completed Elementary School early. She was very…...
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Alton Williams Biggs
Alton Biggs made his transition on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. He was born May 13,1947 and attended public schools in Norfolk, VA. Alton was an exemplary employee of several moving and storage companies, performing as a packager and driver traveling throughout the country. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who was fond of sharing lessons he had learned over a lifetime of hard knocks and ups and downs. In March 2019 Alton was diagnosed…...
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Albert F. Cowell
Albert Franklin Cowell, aka DaDa, transitioned from his early life to be with the Lord on August 11, 2021. Albert was born in Norfolk on August 3, 1971 to Lauraetta Burnett of Norfolk and Albert Ferguson of Norfolk. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School System. Albert was preceded in death by his mother, Lauraetta Burnett; his brothers; paternal and maternal grandmother; paternal and maternal grandfather; stepfather, Butch Burnett; and his aunts. He leaves…...
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Gerald Parker
Gerald Lamarr Parker, (aka Jerry), 58 of Chesapeake, Virginia slipped away quietly on Monday, August 23, 2021. He was born to the late William C. and Marion E. Parker. Jerry attended Norfolk Public Schools, graduating from Norview High School in 1981. Following his completion of high school, he attended Tidewater Building Association (Plumbers Program) and was subsequently, employed by Smith & Keene where he was, employed for several years. Jerry was a comical person who regularly played tricks…...
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Verlene Rogers
To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven: A time to be born, a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted…….. Ecclesiasies 3: 1-2 On Thursday, August 19, 2021 our beloved Verlene Loretta Davis Rogers received her wings and entered God’s kingdom of eternal peace and everlasting happiness. Our hearts are deeply saddened by the passing of our loved one but we know…...
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Lloyd Cornelius Mann
On Friday, August 20, 2021, the Lord called our beloved brother, uncle, and cousin to his eternal home. Lloyd Cornelius Mann was born on October 10, 1929 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Clemon Williams and Carrie Mann Easter. “Bobby” as Lloyd was fondly known as by everyone attended the Norfolk Public Schools. He later served in the United States Army. “Bobby” accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. He became an…...
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Christine Debrough
CELEBRATION OF LIFE “…The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.” Job 1:21 Christine Nicholson Debrough departed this life on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at 6:31 p.m. Life had been precious to her, and she felt the blessings of God though life had been difficult at times. Her delight was in her children. Christine Nicholson was born on May 20, 1942, in Portsmouth, VA to the parents…...
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Curtis Osborn Nicholson Sr
Curtis Osborn Nicholson Sr. passed away on August 21, 2021....
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Crystal Nicole Burchette
On May 17th, 1983 , God gifted the world with a special manifestation of his creation. His unique and precious masterpiece, Crystal Nicole Burchette. Born to Julius and Sharon Burchette, Crystal grew in talent, wisdom, intelligence, and beauty. Crystal accepted Jesus at the tender age of ten at Zion Baptist Church in Portsmouth, Virginia. As she developed into a lovely young woman, Crystal served in many ministerial capacities to include Children’s Ministry at Dam Neck…...
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Jamal Vernon Love
Jamal Vernon Love—beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend—spiritually transitioned in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the age of 39 years old, with his mother by his side. Born to Cheryl Love-White and the late Eugene Patterson, in Norfolk, Virginia, on October 26, 1981, Jamal was undoubtedly his mother’s pride and joy. Loving, optimistic, precocious, and funny, Jamal left an encouraging impression on everyone he met throughout the course…...
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Marvin Thurman Walton
Marvin Thurman Walton, age 36 passed away on August 19, 2021. He was born on December 28, 1984 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Agnes R. Walton and Marvin Morris. Marvin fondly referred to as “Heavy”. He grew up in the Huntersville area of Norfolk. Where he was a member of First Calvary Baptist Church. Heavy attended Norfolk Public Schools where he demonstrated his many great athletic abilities in soccer (Children of the Sun), swimming,…...
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Thelbert Hill
Thelbert Hill, 91, passed peacefully in his home on Thursday, August 19, 2021. He was born in Mounds, Illinois on January 23, 1930. However, the United States Navy changed his birth date to January 6, 1931. Thelbert was one of eleven children born to late Sarah and Isaiah Hill. He had 7 sisters and 4 brothers. He was the 3 rd of 4 brothers. Survived by 2 bothers Harry Hill, Texarkana, TX and Albert Hill,…...
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Arlene Blow
Ms. Arlene Blow, 63, of Chesapeake, VA went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Born June 27, 1958 to the late Ivy Augustus Blow and Elizabeth Coleman. Born June 27, 1958, to the late Ivy Augustus Blow and Elizabeth Coleman. Arlene is predeceased by her parents, Ivy Augustus Blow and Elizabeth Coleman and brothers and sisters, Irene Cuffee, Augustus Blow, Herbert Blow and Robert Blow. She leaves behind nephews and…...
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Shenika Sheila Cuffee
On the morning of August 17, 2021 Shenika Sheila Cuffee passed due to illness. She was born to Beatrice Sheila Cuffee and Lord Unique Allah. She attended Chesapeake Public Schools and was enrolled in Virginia Wesleyan University. Shenika was employed by Chelsea Consulting Group, LLC, where she was a Grant Writer. Shenika loved many and was loved by even more. She leaves to cherish her memory, her Father Lord Unique Allah (Tara); her Sister Keyyanda Cuffee; Brothers Tony McClease…...
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Barbara J. Holloway
Barbara Jean Holloway Barbara Jean Holloway transitioned peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 19, 2021. She was born April 30,1940, in Louisburg, North Carolina, to the late Johnnie and Bertha Thomas. Barbara grew up in Norfolk and attended Norfolk Public Schools. She married Milton Holloway, Sr., and out of this union four children were born, one of whom (Milton, Jr.) predeceased her. She started her career in retail…...
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Annette F. Wilson
Annette Francine Diggs Wilson, daughter of Frances V. (Hodges) Diggs and the late Robert E. Diggs, was born November 6, 1957 in Williamsburg, Virginia. She was the youngest and only girl of four children. Annette, along with her three brothers (Robert, Ronald, and Roger), attended Mathews County Public Schools where she graduated from Mathews High School in 1976. She continued her education by attending Howard University in Washington, D.C. In 1981, she received a Bachelor’s…...
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Joella S. Roberts
On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, our beloved Joella S. Roberts, 85 years of age, entered eternal rest. Joella was born on August 17, 1936, in Sardis, Mississippi and was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Roberts, Sr.; parents, Eugene and Alamond Spann; sisters, Louise Bass, Elizabeth Broadnax; grandson, Cameron T. Jackson; and a stepson, James L. Roberts, Jr. Joella professed religion at an early age and became a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist…...
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Andrew Lee Willis
His Life and Legacy Andrew Lee Willis peacefully transitioned into eternal life Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at the age of 73. Andrew was born in Columbus, Georgia on June 13, 1948. He was the first of 3 children to Albert and Maggie Willis. In 1967 Andrew graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, Va. Joy entered his life in the person of Shirley Mack Willis his high school sweetheart who became his wife on…...
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Melvin Urquhart
On Monday morning August 16, 2021, surrounded by loving family members, Melvin departed this life. He was born to the late Marvin Urquhart and late Ruth Foreman on November 30, 1948. He was one of four children, being predeceased by one brother, Phil Urquhart. Melvin married the former Carolyn P. Horton on November 10, 1990. He retired from Old Dominion University (Housing Services) in 2013 after 25 years of service. He was a member of…...
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Barbara Ann Jones
Barbara Ann Jones, affectionately known as TeeTee, Kitty Yo, and Kitten was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She transitioned from this world on Monday, August 16, 2021. She was born in Franklin, VA on January 28, 1940. She attended Portsmouth Public Schools and graduated from I.C. Norcom High School. Barbara enjoyed dancing, socializing and being in the company of her family and friends. One of her most…...
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Brian Keith Payne
Brian Keith Payne also known as “The Washing Machine Man,” “Fred,” and “Fat Chicken Nugget” passed away on August 15, 2021, at the age of 51 in his hometown of Norfolk, Virginia after a lengthy battle with heart failure. Despite his battle with serious medical issues in recent years, he handled them valiantly and with a smile. Regardless of the pain, Brian remained strong to the end. Brian spent 30 years being undoubtedly the best…...
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Bert Joseph Jules
Bert Joseph “BJ” Jules was born on July 15, 1948 in St. Lucia, West Indies to the late Nicholas Dennis and Maryanna Jules. While living in St. Lucia, he dedicated his time to serve the community as a teacher, and he conceived a son named Glenn George. He relocated to St.Thomas as an early adult & built a life for himself. He married Marcia Jules on September 24, 1977. This union was blessed by two…...
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Andra L. Dean
Andra L. Dean was born in Norfolk, Virginia on October 26, 1980. He was the son of Janice Dean and James E. Dean, Sr. Although he didn’t finish high school, Andra received his GED back in 2013. Andra was very crafty with his hands. He worked numerous jobs at the Metro Shipyard and was in construction. He was full of life. He was a jokester and loved playing the lottery. He always was full of wisdom, always reading and could…...
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Vernell Priscilla Collins
“Behold, I shew you a mystery; we shall not sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in a twinkling of an eye, at the last trump; for the trumphet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.” 1 Corinthians 15:51 Vernell Priscilla Collins quietly and peacefully departed this life on Friday, August 13, 2021. She was born January 17, 1965 to the late Lawrence Sr. and…...
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Eugene Jubray
Eugene Jubray of Portsmouth, Virginia entered eternal rest on August 14, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born to the loving union of the late Booker H. Jubray, Sr., and Clementine H. Jubray on January 6, 1939. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Herbert Davis and Booker H. Jubray, Jr. Eugene retired with 25 years of service at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a Sandblaster Mechanic. He…...
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Evangelena C. Medley
On Saturday August 14, 2021, Evangelena Cunningham Medley entered, into eternal rest peacefully with family by her side at Norfolk General Hospital. She was born July 2nd, 1956 to the late Walter Rich Cunningham and Mary Brown out of South Carolina. Evangelena was a very loving and generous mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and neighbor. Evangelena was one of a kind, she loved her family, friends and especially all of the family in South…...
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Ryan Seagraves
Ryan Thomas Seagraves, age 45, a native of Norfolk, passed away on Wednesday August 11, 2021 in his home peacefully. Ryan Seagraves is survived by his wife Bessie May Seagraves and his three sons, Jason & Caleb Seagraves, Jacob George, and his daughter, Cheyenne Seagraves. He also leaves behind his mother Margaret Foster, his brother Chad Seagraves, his wife Jenifer, his nieces Brittany, Chelsea, Emmah Jane, and nephew Brayden, his great nephew’s Malachi & Kaiden…...
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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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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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