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Julius Chatman, Jr.
After a long illness, Julius went to sleep in the arms of Jesus on Wednesday afternoon June 23, 2021 surrounded by his family and loved ones; and he will be missed greatly. Julius was born in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late Julius and Maggie Russ Chatman on August 2, 1933. Julius moved to Norfolk, VA, in the early 50s to be near his father in Chesapeake Gardens. He worked at Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. for…...
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Preston Staton, Jr.
Preston Staton, Jr. was born on January 5, 1972 in Norfolk, Virginia. He was the son of Preston Staton, Sr. and the late Lillie Staton. He received his education from the Booker T. Washington High School. He later went onto Job Corps in Louisville, Kentucky where he graduated as a welder and made Louisville, Kentucky his home. He had a passion for cooking and carpentry. He loved to work with his hands. Preston favorite football team was “Dallas Cowboys”.…...
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Jimmy Allen Taylor
Jimmy Allen Taylor passed away at home on June 23, 2021. Jimmy Allen Taylor was born March 29, 1957 in Norfolk, VA to the late Albert Taylor Sr. and Dorothy Burnham-Taylor. Jimmy attended Norfolk Public Schools. He worked as an auto-mechanic and was skilled in various trades. Jimmy is survived by his wife Retta Mae Taylor; daughters, Christie Banks, Yulancla Edmonds and Jhimeca Williams; three stepsons; brothers, Albert Taylor Jr. (Doris), Richard Taylor, and Glenn…...
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Kathleen Lorraine Curth
Kathleen “Kathy” Curth was a loving wife to James and mother to Daniel, Kayla, Megan, Jason, Adrienne, and Justin. She is survived by her grandchildren Jallin, Brionna, Amiyah, Imani, Adalynn, Amelia and baby Stormi due in November. Kathy leaves a doting mother, Charlene Dunn; uncle, Jimmy Kotecki; sister, Debra Marquez, Sharyl Freeman; brother, William (Billy) Dunn, and a host of loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Kathy was a hardworking and dedicated navy wife for thirty-six…...
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Pierce Aubrey Robinson
Pierce Aubrey Robinson, a loving husband, dad, bubba, dada, papa, pops, son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle. and friend departed this life on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Pierce, affectionately known as ‘Skinny’, was born on July 19, 1965, to the late Arthur Wales Robinson, lll and Doris Moore Robinson in Portsmouth, VA. He was a 1983 graduate of Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake, VA. On September 2, 1995, he was united in holy matrimony to…...
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Mark Anthony Riddick
JOHN 14:2-3 (NIV) 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. Mark Riddick was born on February 19, 1968, husband of Michele, whom he affectionately…...
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Larry Eugene Blow
Larry Eugene Blow was home called to be with the Lord on June 23, 2021. Larry was born November 1, 1950 in Norfolk, VA. He was the son of the late Moses Blow, Sr. and Hattie M. Cuffee Blow. He received his formal education in the Norfolk City Public School system. He was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. Larry had a quick smile. He loved to work with electronics. He volunteered with…...
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Treasure Larosa West
Treasure LaRosa West was born on a Summer day September 17, 1948 to Vera and Ellie Brice . After living an astounding full life she answered her call home on June 20, 2021. Treasure’s legacy lives on through her three children, Zena Tate, Teresa Forman and James Stith; four grandchildren, Treasure, Heaven, Angel and Zion; a great grand, Noah; a loving niece, Vera (Too) and two step children, Mary and Chris. Treasure was a long term resident…...
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Luvenie Church
O death, where is they sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. On Wednesday, June 23,…...
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Ronald McCoy
Ronald “Ronnie” McCoy peacefully transitioned into eternal life on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at the age of 67. Ronnie was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on Aug 10, 1953. He was the third of six children to Harvey Lee Sr. and Ethel Mae McCoy. In 1971, Ronnie graduated from E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He returned to Portsmouth, VA where he met and fell in love with his beautiful bride, Lillie. Ronnie and Lillie…...
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Stacy L. Clark
Our family circle that was so closely woven together with a very strong bond of love and devotion was broken when death visited us and removed Stacy from our midst. The unexpected event has truly shaken our world, as Stace (as we affectionately referred to her) was the glue that held so many together. Stacy Leah Clark was born on December 17, 1979 in Jacksonville, Florida to Michael Eidenberger and the late Susan Eidenberger. Stacy…...
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Mary A. Boyd
Mary A. Boyd, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend peacefully slipped into eternal rest on Sunday, June 20, 2021, at Accordius Health at River Pointe in Virginia Beach. She was 91 years old. A woman of faith, Mary was born October 31, 1929. And, as her birthday suggest, she was always game for family fun, gatherings, cookouts – anything that included family was her top priority. She was born in Courtland, Virginia to the…...
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Diane Heard
On June 19, 2021, God sent His angels of mercy and they swiftly took Diane Heard home to her eternal rest. Diane Heard was born in Norfolk, Virginia to Ida Ruth (Barnes) Heard and the late Aaron Heard Sr. on November 4, 1954. Diane was fourth of seven children and grew up in Norfolk and received her education from Norfolk Public Schools. Diane later completed a nursing program and received her LPN license. Diane loved…...
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Mary L. E. Williams
On June 15, 2021, Mary L. E. Williams peacefully transitioned into eternal rest at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Derek Gardere. Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, Mary was the daughter of the late James Edgerton and Susie Burris. She was educated in the Portsmouth schools and graduated from I.C. Norcom High School, class of 1941. Mary accepted Christ at an early age at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Portsmouth, Virginia, and later united…...
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Brenetta C. Wilson
Brenetta Wilson, 62 years old passed away on June 18, 2021. Born in Chesapeake, VA on March 11, 1959 to the late David Blake and Jeanette Thorne. Brenetta worked in sales for over 40 years. She was a graduate of Western Branch High School. Brenetta was predeceased by her brothers, Line Thorne, Reginald Cannon and Saint Cannon Jr. Brenetta leaves to cherish her husband, Howard Jackson; daughters, Deshara Phillips, Candace Ebron and Sherita Taylor; son, Jason Riddick;…...
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Lovone J. Wynn
Lovone was so much more than words can contain. He was a dedicated father, a loving husband to his new bride, and a force of nature. He was born February 1, 1992, in Norfolk, Virginia to Mildred Ricks Cherry and Norman Wynn. Exactly one year to the day, after his parents suffered the tragic loss of his twin siblings they knew the joy of their new son. Lovone graduated from Ryan Academy in 2009. While…...
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Walter Richard Winfrey, III
Walter Winfrey, III was born December 11, 1958. He worked as a painter for over forty years. He loved all sports but enjoyed football most of all. Walter loved watching westerns on tv. He was a homebody and enjoyed music and playing bid wiz. He gave his life to God as his personal Savior. He also enjoyed talking on the phone. “THAT’S WALTER”. Walter is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Winfrey; two daughters, Shamika…...
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Sherby Jean Carpenter
Sherby Jean (Hicks) Carpenter January 7, 1952 – June 12, 2021 Sherby Jean (Hicks) Carpenter departed this life on June 12, 2021 in Virginia Beach, VA. She was born on January 7, 1952 in Lynchburg, VA to the late Eddie Thomas Hicks and Sallie Myers Hicks. Sherby was a happy and curious child who loved to ride her bike and read in addition to taking piano lessons. Sherby gave her life to Christ at a…...
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Taniya Kimore Basnight
Taniya Kimora Basnight aka Bloop aka Niy-Pie was born on July 29, 2003 to Whitney Basnight Coleman and Lorenzo “Bubba” Pierce. Taniya attended Bayside High School where she earned an advanced diploma at the age of 16. During her time at Bayside, she played junior varsity and varsity softball and she was a varsity cheerleader. After graduating, she attended Norfolk State University with the dream of becoming a nurse like her nana. Taniya will be…...
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Robin Askew Taylor
Robin Lee (Askew) Taylor affectionally known as “Robin Q or simply Mrs. Taylor” daughter of the late Robert Lee & Lena R. Askew was born December 6, 1953. On Wednesday afternoon, June 16, 2021, God sent His loving angels, one called Goodness and one called Mercy for Robin to come home to be with her heavenly Father. Robin, a native of Portsmouth, Virginia was educated in the Portsmouth Public Schools where she played the Clarinet…...
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Sharon Annette Ricks
Sharon Annette Turner Ricks “Nette” Changed her life 6 years ago and became a very true woman of God. Sharon was a woman that was loved by everyone that knew her. God saw how hard she was fighting, but God had a different plan for her. On June 11, 2021, God called her home, where the fight was over. “Nette” enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She loved to laugh, try to sing…...
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Joseph Michael DiFernando
After a long battle with young-onset dementia, Joe DiFernando (60) passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born in Norfolk to Joseph and Dorothy DiFernando. He attended Norview High, and worked at a local McDonald’s as a young man, where his love story with Carol began! Joe’s faith stayed him through many of life’s ups and downs. He was passionate about serving others through his involvement in various churches over the…...
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Deborah Eve Johnson
It is with great sadness that the family of Deborah Eve Johnson announce her sudden passing on Friday, June 11, 2021, at the age of 60 years. She left us sleeping peacefully at her home in Norfolk, Virginia. Debbie will be forever remembered by her husband, Robert H. Johnson, father John M. White (Paula), children Robert (Kim), Tom, stepchildren Bobby (Jodie), Amber (Chris), 5 Grandchildren, dear sister Deanna (Dave) and brother David (Shelly), many nieces…...
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Ruth L. Walker
Ruth L. Walker, 87, of Norfolk, Virginia transitioned from her Christian journey to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday June 12, 2021. She was born on September 20, 1933 in Norfolk, VA to the late Alexander R. Caesar and Laura Joyner. Ruth was an alumnus of St. Joseph Catholic School. She worked at Norfolk Naval Air Station as an Electrician Mechanic for twenty-four years. Ruth joined First Calvary Baptist Church 1969,…...
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Janice Aileen Simmons
Janice was born to Maria Pugh and later adopted by Charlie and Marion Wynn. She received her formal education as a student of the Suffolk Public School system. She was employed in many fields throughout her life. She retired from a management role after working for Citi Trends for 10 years. As a resident of Petersburg, Virginia, Janice was loved by many. Everyone who came in contact with her, has their own special memory, or…...
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Stella Louise Isaac
On Friday morning June 11, 2021, our dearly beloved Stella L. Isaac, slipped away peacefully at her home. She was born in Norfolk, Va, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy Langston. Stella (a.k.a. “Biddie”) was born and raised in Bolling Brook and was a member of First Baptist Church, Bolling Brook. She worked various jobs including as a Private Duty Nurse, and cafeteria worker. Her main responsibility was raising 4 energetic boys and…...
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Elinida Rose Mason
Elinida Rose Mason lived a spirited and family-oriented life. She enjoyed taking care of her children, beautifying her home, and sharing her God-given culinary and cosmetology skills. Her friendly and gentle disposition impacted the lives of many. Elinida Rose Mason was born September 22, 1971 at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia to Leroy Mason and Janice Campbell. She was the first child born to the young couple and was known as a devoted…...
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Jhenesis D’Mor Justin-Seward
Jhenesis D’Mor Justin-Seward passed away on June 5, 2021....
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Marvin Alonzo West, Jr.
Marvin Alonzo West, Jr. was born July 23, 1964 in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Marvin A. West, Sr. and Ruby Battle West. He entered eternal rest on June 7, 2021, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk Virginia. Marvin was a native of Norfolk, Virginia and the oldest of three sons. He was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Granby High School in 1982. He furthered his education at ECPI. He…...
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Benjamin Carwell Jones, Jr.
Benjamin Carwell Jones Jr., 66, of Suffolk, Virginia, gained his angel wings Monday, June 7, 2021. Mr. Jones was born in Norfolk, Virginia on August 7, 1954, to the late Benjamin C. Jones Sr. and Marie Jones. Mr. Jones was raised in Tidewater Gardens neighborhood in Norfolk. He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School where he was one of the top performing wrestlers. Mr. Jones also attended Tidewater Community College in Norfolk, Virginia. Mr.…...
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Martini Staten Newsome
Martini S. Newsome, quietly answered God’s call to leave this earthly home to enter into eternal rest with the Lord early Wednesday morning, June 10, 2021 at 60 years of age. Martini was born May 14, 1961 in Norfolk, VA. He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1980. He further his education at the Norfolk Skill Center for a trade in welding. He worked at Newport News Shipyard and BAE Systems. Martini was…...
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Thomas D. Hilliard
Thomas Daverne Hilliard went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Thomas Hilliard was born to Bertha Mosely and William McKinnley Hilliard on January 28, 1943. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Mildred Hilliard, his brother, Maurice Hilliard (Earlene), children, Margie Godfrey, Angela Mattison (Booker), Laverne Lambers (Tracy), Deidre Byam (Jerome), Brian Brinkley (Ashanti), Maurisa Hilliard, and David Hilliard. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 2…...
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Tonya Levette Grandy
Tonya Levette Grandy passed away on Tuesday June 8th ,2021 at Sentara Leigh Hospital. She was born in Norfolk Virginia on October 28th, 1968 to Anthony Lee Brown SR. and Gwendolyn Grandy She grew up in Park Place She was educated in the Norfolk Public School system. Tonya work many years at South Eastern Training Center but later on she began working with Public Partnership. she was the oldest daughter of her mother. Tonya She…...
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Tina Maria Stephenson
On Tuesday , June 8, 2021, Tina M. Stephenson was called home to be with her heavenly father. Although her work on earth is done, Tina’s life in heaven has just begun. Tina may be gone from our presence, but forever in our hearts. Tina was born in Portsmouth, VA on January 20, 1960, the second child born to Brogie Stephenson and Norma Jean Wilkins. She lived in Portsmouth, VA the first ten years of…...
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Starr L. Barnes
Olympia Starr Leontyne (Guichard) Barnes was born on September 25th, 1981 in Brooklyn, New York to Mersuda (Guichard)Donald and Leon Vernon Partrick Guichard (Giovanni). She attended P.S. 189 and Wingate High School. After high school, she attended Florida State University where she earned her associates degree in General Education. Starr was born to Caribbean parents from Trinidad, and loved everything about her culture. On September 25th, 2003 she met the love of her life who…...
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Neno B. Smith
On Monday June 7, 2021, Neno B. Smith peacefully made his transition from labor to reward. Bonn on March 20, 1956, Neno was the third child of five siblings born to the late Geneva and Douglas Smith Jr. from Norfolk, VA Neno was educated in the Norfolk Public School System, and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, after becoming an adult, Neno joined the Military branch of the Marines in 1976. Also employed &…...
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