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Amanda Lavern Evans
A Celebration of Life for Amanda Lavern Evans Amanda Lavern Evans slipped peacefully into eternal rest on May 19, 2021. She was born September 6, 1970 in Norfolk, Virginia to Martha and Alphonso Greggs, Sr. Amanda matriculated in the Norfolk Public School System and graduated from Lake Taylor High School. She was employed as a housekeeper with the Larrymore Organization, a real estate management and development company. She took pride in her work and enjoyed…...
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Ruth Deloris Bryant
On Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 11:31 p.m., our mom Ruth Deloris Bryant (Ruthie/Ruffie), transitioned from earth to her heavenly home. She loved the Lord and was a “True” prayer “Warrior.” Long time proud member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church (Berkley) she served on the J.W. Matthews Usher Board and the Beautification Committee. She loved attending Senior Fun Day and surprising her grandchildren with Chick- fil -A. Graduated in 1958 from Crestwood High School (Chesapeake). She traveled the world as…...
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Vernell Antionette Lee Smith
Vernell Antionette Lee Smith passed away on May 16, 2021....
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William S. Jones Jr.
William Southall Jones (Bill) was born June 15, 1940 and went to be with Lord May 19, 2021. He leaves a wife Ethel (Swanee) of 42 years ;two loving daughters, Lisa Guilford (Mark) and Anissa Jones;grandchildren,William Jones III, Barry Carpenter, Zion Carpentrer, Anaya; great grand, Liam Jones; 2 nephews;1 niece;1 aunt Leronia; cousins, and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, William Senior and Dollie Jones and his brother Eric Jones....
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Eugene Bryant
On May 16, 2021, God came to return Eugene home with Him. Born on July 1st 1959 to Elizabeth and Eugene Blakney. Eugene enjoyed life and being a husband and father to Peggy, Saundra, and Regina. He would always have a joke to tell and he would always offered, a helping hand to someone who needed it. Eugene predeceased by his wife Peggy Bryant. He leave to cherish his life daughters, Saundra and Regina, Stepson,…...
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Kwame M’Wata Bem-Oko
Our beloved Kwame M’wata Bem-oko, 41, of Virginia Beach, Virginia made his transition to heaven Saturday, May 15th 2021 in Suffolk, Virginia. Born August 25th, 1979 in Manhattan, NY and raised in Columbus, Ga, Kwame was the epitome of hope and optimism. An 11 year veteran of the United States Navy, he served his country honorably. Yet it was his work with people he was most proud of. Kwame was the definition of selflessness. He…...
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Anthony V. Crosson, Sr.
On Monday, May 11, 2021, Anthony Valdez Crosson, Sr. (affectionately known as “Tony” or “Author” or “Black Lantern”, or “Keno” or “Ching Pow”) was called home to glory. He was born February 7, 1965 in Norfolk, VA to Ronald Odom, Sr., and the late Gayle Lynnette Crosson Odom. He was a graduate of Lake Taylor High School in the Norfolk Public School System and Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina. Tony also served in…...
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Miracle Kei’lin Jones-Rorls
Miracle Kei’lin Jones-Rorls passed away on May 12, 2021....
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Evelyn Gilchrist
Evelyn Gilchrist the daughter of the late, Frank Clark and Louise Epps was born December 5, 1931 in Scotland Neck, NC. Evelyn departed this life on Saturday, May 15, 2021 surrounded by her loved ones. Evelyn married the love of her life, William Paul Gilchrist affectionately known to his family as “Tyson” in September of 1950. This union was blessed with seven beautiful children. She raised them with patience, discipline, and humility. Evelyn was a…...
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Jessie Lee Odom
Mrs Jessie Lee Odom, “Ma Jessie” (July 17, 1923- May 12, 2021) God lovingly embraced Jessie Lee Odom on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. “Ma Jessie” so affectionately called, was born on July 17, 1923. She was 97 years old. She is predeceased by her mother, Annie Lane and husband, Edward “Buddy” Odom. Ma Jesse Odom was truly an angel here on earth! She was independent, bubbly, funny, she loved every person without judgement, regardless…...
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Larry Randolph Johnson
Larry R. Johnson, 63 passed away on May 12, 2021. He was born to the late Florence Reid and the late William H. Johnson on July 29, 1957. Larry attended Maury High School in Norfolk, Virginia. Larry was a funny person, would keep you laughing, you would have to know him to understand him. “He was special.” Larry was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Johnson Wood. Larry leaves to cherish his memory is…...
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Theodore Thomas Reynolds
Theodore Thomas Reynolds was born August 10,, 1939 in Norfolk, Va. He was an Army Veteran and worked for the Civil Service. He finished his working career with the City of Chesapeake. He attended Prince of Peace and St. Matthew’s Catholic Churches. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge and a member of the Moose Lodge. He sadly passed away May 12, 2021, leaving behind Rosalina Downs and her two…...
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Annette N. Todd
Annette Nichelle Todd Died May 13, 2021 at her home in Norfolk, VA, surrounded by her loving husband and devoted son. She passed away from a courageous battle with cancer. The Lord blessed us with 53 years of a woman, who was a dedicated Wife, a great Daughter, a loving Sister, a caring Mother, a proud Grandmother and an adored Aunt and Great Aunt. Annette was born on March 3, 1968 to the late Leroy…...
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Paula D. Brown
Paula D. Brown On Thursday, May 11th, 2021, Our Lord and Savior called our beloved, Paula Denise Brown, affectionately known by the family as “NeeNee” home to rest. She made the transition from her earthly suit to her wings of glory. She was a 1979 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School in Suffolk, VA. She served faithfully in the U.S. Army. In 1992, Paul relocated to San Diego, CA with her brother, Keith Hicks.…...
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Jerome C. Eaton
Jerome Carnell “Pete” Eaton, son of the late Robert Delessell Eaton and Esther Armstrong Eaton was born on April 22nd, 1948 in the formerly known Norfolk County, Virginia. He was nicknamed Pete by his older sister Barbara and attended public schools in the South Norfolk region graduating from Carver High School. After graduation, Pete married Annie Patricia “Trish” Carter on December 13, 1969, affectionately joking that he rescued her from a barefoot country life, but…...
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Deborah A. Overby
Deborah Aliene Moore Overby was born on January 14, 1951 in Norfolk, Virginia, to Virginia Hunter Moore and Randolph Merchant Parham. Deborah (Debbie) received her education from Norfolk Public Schools until Junior High and finished her secondary education with Brookyln, New York Public Schools. She began her career in New York as a postal clerk, and later worked as a special education teacher. Debbie relocated back to Virginia in 1986 and started working as a…...
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Earnest L. Bailey
Our loved one Earnest Linwood Bailey went home to be with our Lord and Savior on February 12, 2021. Earnest L. Bailey was born on July 28, 1945 in Norfolk, Virginia. In his early years, he was a truck driver. Earnest was preceded in death by his mother, Revella Bailey; his sister, Ardell Bailey and his brother Herman L. Bailey. He leaves to cherish his memory his sister, Derinda L. Bailey; his nieces, Angela M.…...
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Joseph Leroy Garrett, Jr.
Joseph Leroy Garrett, Jr. Born, October 20th 1954 Joseph (Joe) was released from this world and entered his heavenly home for eternal rest May 11. 2021 after a long illness. He leaves memories of his beautiful spirit and his bright smile with his natural family, work family, church family, neighbors and friends. He was survived by his fiancé Pamela Hill, Sisters, Cynthia Garrett, and Joyce Slater, Children Tameka Massey(Keith), Dominique Pugh (Paula), and Lewis Anthony…...
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Lena Renee Cradle
Our Beloved Lena Sunday, May 9, 2021 at the age of 86, Lena Renee’ “Plooky” Cradle, passed at Chesapeake Regional Hospital. Lena was born in Jarvisburg, VA and was reared in Portsmouth, VA. After High School, she became a shipyard metal shop office worker. After four years on the job, she went on to become an Office Manager. She was a stand in Nurse’s Assistant at Boone Clinic on Little Creek Naval Base for over…...
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Kobi Devon Jefferson
Kobi Devon Jefferson was born on September 23, 2000 in Richmond, VA and passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2021 in Norfolk, VA at the age 20. A deeply loved son, grandson, cousin, uncle and friend, Kobi left a big impact on those around him with his vivacious personality and will be missed tremendously. He received his GED from Granby High School. Outside of school, however, Kobi loved to have a good time. He was…...
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Kenneth Lee Orders
Kenneth Lee Orders was born on June 21, 1946 to Edward Orders and Christine Lee Orders of New Brunswick, New Jersey. Kenny, as he was affectionately known, was one of 11 children born to Christine and Edward. Kenny was predeceased by his parents, and his siblings: Helen, Lawrence, and Ronald. Kenny resided in the New Brunswick area until after he graduated from the New Brunswick school system. After graduation, he was drafted and served in…...
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Carolyn Butler Horne
Carolyn Butler Horne, 75, passed away May 6, 2021. She was born November 19, 1945 in Norfolk, VA to the late William Butler and Ambritt Pryor. She worked and retired from the City of Norfolk after 35 years of service. Carolyn was an active member of First Baptist Church Logan Park. Left to cherish her precious memories are her three daughters, Lisa Hatcher, Monica Williams and Kimberly Horne; two sons, William Shields and Kenny Shields;…...
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Ruland Z. Bynum
On Saturday, May 8, 2021, our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Ruland Zelene Bynum, went home to be with our Lord. He was born to the late Elvin Lee Bynum Sr. and Ruth Carey Bynum in Portsmouth, Virginia on March 12, 1955. Ruland attended Portsmouth Public School System until his early teens, then he moved to New York where he attended New York Public School System until graduation. After graduation Ruland relocated back…...
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Katrina E. Cross
Katrina (Trina) Elliott Cross, received her wings on Friday, May 7, 2021. She was born in Portsmouth, VA on January 15, 1958 to Arcelious Elliott Sr. and Hattie Mae Bremby. Trina graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, Portsmouth Virginia, and attended Tidewater Community College where she studied Bookkeeping and received her Associates degree. She also received her Certified Nursing Assistant Certification. Trina was predeceased by her father Arcelious Elliott Sr., her step-father John Bremby, her…...
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Mark Kevin Booth
Mark Kevin Booth was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 14, 1957 to parents Lionel Booth and Ethelleane (Smith) Booth. He was the third eldest son of his father’s six sons and two daughters. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School class of 1975, where he was member of the drama club, mixed ensemble, sang in the school choir, and was the band leader/drum major. With Mark in charge the band was considered one of the best in…...
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Elvia Gray Lowery
Elvia Gray Lowery was born on December 29, 1939 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Henry and Maude Lowery. She was blessed to have had four brothers, all now deceased – Henry, Jr., Jasper, Clifford, and Alonzo. On Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 10:56 a.m., the Lord reached down and picked a red rose by the name of Elvia Gray. She was loved by all who had the opportunity to meet her. Elvia was raised…...
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Charles Peppers, Jr.
Charles Peppers Jr., affectionately known as “Pep” or “Silk”, made his grand debut into this world on April 20, 1965. “Pep” was a native of Norfolk, Va. even though he was a Chicago native at heart. He attended Maury High School and jumped right into the work force shortly after. He was employed at HB Hunter for more than 25 years! “Pep” contributed his work ethic, structure, and character to his grandfather Willie Davis. He…...
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Daymeion N. Carmon Faison
Daymeion Nakeese Carmon Faison, affectionately known as “Gotti”, was born on October 28, 1999. He was the son of Tonya Sherrie Carmon and Carl D. Faison. He went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2021. Daymeion grew up in Norfolk, Virginia in the Norview Community. He attended Oceanaire Elementary, Norview Middle and High Schools. Daymeion worked for the Navy Lodge and Colonnas Shipyard. Daymeion was a respectable, loving and caring son. He…...
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Plummer Hendrick, Sr.
Plummer Hendrick, Sr. was born on June 18, 1926 in Mecklenburg County, VA to Susie Harrison and Samuel Hendrick. Plummer is one of 17 children, 8 of which were born of this union. Plummer received his early education in the Mecklenburg County School System, where he completed the 6th grade. Upon moving to Norfolk to find employment, he got his start in the culinary field, working in the kitchen of hospitals and later in restaurants…...
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Vincent Charles Carnell
Vincent Charles Carnell was born on March 8, 1962 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. He departed this life May 3, 2021 surrounded by family and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his mother Rose-Marie “Pie” Kelsey. Vincent was also known as Bay-Bay but best known as Pops. Pops attended Fayetteville Public School System in North Carolina. He graduated from Douglas Byrd Senior High School where he was a part of the track and field. Vincent…...
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Ellen V. Jennette
Ellen Jennette transitioned peacefully in her home on Monday May 3 , 2021. She was welcomed into heaven by her 2nd to the eldest son Rodney K Buffaloe. She will forever be an angel to her loving husband James Jennette whom she adored. Their hearts fit together in ways that can’t be seen. They were two souls united in perfect symmetry. “Bae Bae” as she was affectionally called, was born as Ellen Vernell Buffaloe on June…...
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Kenneth McLeod
On September 2, 1992 in Bronx, New York, Kenneth Elijah McLeod was born. Kenny (as most called him) accepted Christ at an early age at Mount Moriah AME Church, Queens New York. While in New York, he attended P.S. 134 Queens, New York until the family relocated to Virginia Beach, Virginia. His spiritual teaching continued at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Norfolk, VA where he was baptized. As a child he attended Sunday School, Vacation Bible…...
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