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Carolyn Virginia Gardner
Carolyn Gardner A.K.A Sugar; CG departed her earthly body to rest in eternal peace on January 17, 2021 at Sentara Lee Hospital in Virginia Beach, Va. Carolyn was born in Norfolk, Virginia on February 14, 1944 to the late Dorothy Post and James Mitchell. She leaves a legacy of 7 children, Valerie Briggs, Herbert Gardner (Deceased), Ann Akompong (Sam Akompong-Son), Gerald Gardner (Robin Gardner-Dau), Carolyn Bates, Adrian Gardner and Troy Gardner (Rita-Grice Gardner-Dau), 12 Grandchildren,…...
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Betty Boone Lee
Betty Boone Lee was born on December 1, 1950 in Newsoms, VA to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ulysses Boone. Betty went peacefully to her Heavenly Father on January 14, 2021. Her Father spoke to her, “Your work is done”, I say to you, “job well done.” I have prepared a place for you. Your life I gave to you have done its best, now I call for you to come rest. Leave behind all…...
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Dorothy L. Mills
Mother Dorothy Louise Mills affectionately “Doris, Dot or Lil Doris “received her wings on Monday, January 18, 2021. She took her flight from this earthly realm. Mother Mills was born to the late Lucy J. Sykes on July 25, 1935, in Amelia County, Virginia. Later her mother moved to Portsmouth. Va. where she remained a resident of Portsmouth, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her three sons; Ronnie Giles Sr., Wilbur Giles, Bernard Giles…...
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Jacqueline D. Robertson-Gilliam
The Beautiful One On Thursday, January 14, 2021, Jacqueline D. Robertson-Gilliam received the crown of righteousness and entered into eternal peace with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jackie was born on April 04, 1948, a daughter of the late Claude E. Chavis Sr. and the late Donnie D. Chavis. She was a native of Norfolk and the widow of Ronnie Gilliam. She was also an active member of Greater Grace Ministries in Norfolk, VA. …...
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Alfred Lee Powell, Jr.
Alfred Lee Powell, Jr. was born on December 5, 1964 in Chesapeake, Virginia to the late Alfred Lee Powell and Mary Gean Delbridge Powell. Alfred slipped into the arms of Jesus in his sleep on January 15, 2021. Alfred your job is done down there my son, your new home is with me ready. Alfred graduated from Western branch in June of 1984. Alfred worked and was self-employed in Lawn Care of over seventeen years. …...
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Warren Leon Thomas
Warren Leon Thomas was born to Cora Lee and Edgar Thomas on August 25,1949 in Portsmouth, Virginia. At a young age, Leon became a member of Celestial Baptist Church. As the 5th child of the Thomas clan which was known throughout the community for their sense of humor, Leon was also known to drag his younger brothers and sisters along with him to expose them to life outside of Portsmouth. A tradition that he continued…...
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Ada Wilda Lozada Howard
Ada Wilda Lozada Acevedo Howard was born September 1, 1936 in Humacoa, Puerto Rico. She was the only child born to Emeterio Lozada and Elvira Acevedo Sanchez. Ada was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 17, 2021. She is predeceased by both parents. Ada was a dedicated employee with Chesapeake Public Schools for over 41 years at Central Elementary School, Deep Creek Intermediate and Grassfield Elementary School. She held various…...
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Zykeara B. McKnight Barnes
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved “Keara”. Zy’keara Barnes passed away on January 10,2021 due to a tragic car accident. She was born September 18, 2005 to Shawanna Mcknight (mother) Akil Barnes (father) in Norfolk, Virginia. Zy’keara was full of life. She loved dancing and listening to music. She would always come to me and say “listen ma, you gon like it, I promise”, next thing I know she’s dancing and having a good…...
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Alfred M. Robinson
In loving memory of a great man, an awesome husband, a dedicated dad, faithful friend and a supportive son. Lil man is what we call him and yet he gained many names by the people he so impressed as he traveled this road called life. Black man, Bear, and Pig were just a few of his names. Born in Norfolk to Juanita Jones and Alfred Felton. Lil man attended Norfolk Public Schools. His grandmother, Julia…...
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Paul Gregory Trowell
On a special day in Norfolk, Virginia, Margaret and Silas Trowell were blessed by their second child Paul Gregory Trowell on April 23, 1956. On Thursday, January 14, 2021, Paul peacefully departed his life. During his early childhood, he attended Shiloh Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia. Paul graduated from Lake Taylor High School in 1974 and received a basketball scholarship from Southwest Minnesota State University. After playing for two years, he accepted a position as…...
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Shakiya Nicole Johnson
Family and friends mourn the loss of Shakiya Nicole Johnson, who passed away much too young. We ask that you remember her beautiful spirt and to live an abundant life to the fullest because it is much too short. A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend, Shakiya “Bitsy” Nicole Johnson left this world unexpectedly at the age of 20, on January 11, 2021. Born in Norfolk, VA to Pernell and Tekita Johnson, Shakiya grew up in the…...
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Dortha E. Anderson
Dortha Elisse Anderson, affectionately known as “Umpa”, was born on August 20, 1953 to the late Robert Lee Anderson, Jr. and the late Odessa M. Anderson in Norfolk, Virginia. She is pre-deceased by her siblings: Barbara Aminta Anderson, Michael Warren Anderson, Robert Ellsworth Anderson, Jennifer Lorraine Anderson-Chrisp, and Cheryl Elizabeth Anderson. As a child, Dortha began developing her character as an individual of compassion, dedication and commitment. She attended Liberty Park Elementary School, Ruffner Junior…...
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Barbara Ann Scott
God planted a seed for our family. Barbara Ann Scott bloomed into this world on Saturday, June 8, 1929, and transitioned to the angelic eternal garden on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 91 years of age. Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert and Layla Tucker. She grew up in the South Norfolk area and was raised up in New Central Baptist Church. Her parents raised her to love the Lord. Barbara is predeceased…...
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Melvin W. Wesby
Melvin Woodrow Wesby, 93, of Norfolk, VA departed this life peacefully, Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He was born August 1, 1927 in Princess Ann County, VA to the late Ola Benson and Percy Wesby. Melvin was predeceased by his son, Butch Woodrow Wilson. Melvin lived with his grandmother in Queen City across the street from a playmate, Percell Beale. They played together as often as he could get away from home. After High School, Melvin…...
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LaVerne L. Anderson
The second child born to Geneva and Levern Lee, Sr. LaVerne was born on September 6, 1963. She was preceded in death by her father, Levern J. Lee, Sr. Raised in Norfolk, VA, LaVerne graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1981. LaVerne had a love for hair and took cosmetology classes at Norfolk Vocational Technical School. Once finishing and receiving her credentials, she began working at Carmine and Anthony as an apprentice and…...
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James E. Peterson, Jr.
James Edward Peterson Jr., 72, of Portsmouth, VA passed away on Sunday January 10, 2021. Born in Georgetown, Delaware on October 10, 1948, he was predeceased by his parents James and Elizabeth “Betty” Peterson. James attended William C. Jason High School. Following he was drafted into United States Army, where he proudly served his country during Vietnam War. He was very proud of his military career and served his country with pride. After serving in…...
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Edward Marshall Lindsay
Edward Marshall Lindsay was born to the late George Alfred Lindsay, Sr. and Lillie Mae Phelps on January 21, 1948 in Princess Anne County, Virginia Beach, Virginia, and departed this life peacefully on December 30, 2020, following a courageous battle with COVID‐19. Mr. Lindsay was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Virginia Beach. Edward received formal education from Princess Anne County Training School and Norfolk City Public Schools. He served in the United States…...
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Brenda Olivia Lee
Brenda Lee was born June 14, 1959 in Portsmouth, VA to Ervin Lee (D) and Gorgeous Lee (D). She grew up in Mount Hermon and went on to attend Churchland High School. She enjoyed early morning shopping trips to the markets, garage sales and she had to have her coffee for the road. Brenda loved to dress up for any occasion especially church on Sunday mornings. Brenda was the encourager. She motivated you to…...
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Willie Mae Peterson
Willie Mae “Shorty” Peterson drifted into her eternal rest on January 9, 2021. Her husband, Howard Peterson; beloved sister, Jessie Mae Quash; father, Lee Shaw and loving mother, Lemon Robinson have been waiting to welcome her home. Willie Mae was born July 1, 1929 in Swan Quarter, North Carolina. Although she was the youngest daughter, she was the most outspoken and it caused her to look for excitement constantly. Her quest for adventure led her…...
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Lillie M. Fields
Lillie Mae Watkins Fields passed from this earthy life early Monday, January 11, 2021 at Kempsville Health and Rebab Center, VA Beach, VA to rest with our heavenly Father. She was born November 29, 1923 to the late George W. Watkins and Marrietta Roberts Watkins- Wilson and her stepfather Eddie L. Wilson (Pop daddy). She was married to the late Raymond Fields. Lillie was a graduate of Isle of Wight Training School in Smithfield, VA. …...
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Daniel B. Williams
Daniel B. Williams, 67, returned to his heavenly home on January 10, 2021. He was born to the late Rudolph U. Williams, Sr. and Minnie Pearl Williams in Princess Anne County (Virginia Beach), Va. on November 18, 1953. Known by many as “Sharp Eye” or “Slim Bob”, Daniel enjoyed being in the outdoors cutting grass and maintaining the yards of those all-around Hampton Roads. When not cutting grass, he enjoyed listening to and going to…...
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Paulette Huggins
Paulette (Debrow) Huggins of Chesapeake, VA, age 62 passed away quietly on January 9th. She is the daughter of Turner Debrow Sr. and the late Marion Debrow. Huggins was a graduate of Great Bridge High School’s class of 1976. She was a member of New Weeping Mary Baptist Church. She is survived by siblings Diane Tillett (John), Denise Debrow, Turner Debrow Jr. (Catrina), and granddaughters Breeanna and Arianna Huggins....
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Edward Watson
Edward Watson affectionately known as “Eddie” and “Big Man” was born on March 4, 1965 to the late Mary L. and Charles L. Watson in Virginia Beach, VA. He was called to heaven on January 10, 2021. He was involved in many camps and programs in his early years for individuals with disabilities. He was a graduate of Center of Effective Learning in Virginia Beach. There he gained friends whose friendship continued throughout his lifetime. …...
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Edward Marcellious Jefferson
Edward Marcellious Jefferson was born to the late John Sr. and Rosetta Jefferson on August 14, 1933, in Norwalk, Connecticut. While still a child, Norfolk, Virginia, became his home. In his late teens, he entered the military, serving both the Army and the Marine Corps. After an honorable discharge, he began his supervisory career at the Naval Base. In the evenings and on weekends, he enjoyed his side profession as a barber. During his retirement…...
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Shannon S. Wallace
Our beloved Shannon Sherice Wallace a frontline hero whom everyone knew as “Shannon Boo!” was called home to be with Jesus Christ our Lord and savior Friday, January 8, 2021 at Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth at 5:24am. She was born August 29, 1969 in Norfolk, VA, the daughter of Katherine Marie Wallace and the late Army Veteran Oliver Wallace. Shannon attended Norview High School in her earlier years and later on received her nursing…...
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Winston Lee Virden, III
On Thursday, January 7, 2021, God looked down from heaven and dispatched an angel to bring his prized creation, Brother Winston Lee Virden III to receive his heavenly reward. Winston Lee Virden III was born on June 4th 1985, to Winston Lee Virden II and Edith (Cawley) Virden. Winston was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Winston Lee Virden and Rose Virden (his beloved “Grannie”), his maternal grandparents, Theodis and Ruby. He is survived…...
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Thomas Anthony Kralik, Jr.
On Monday, January 4, 2021, Thomas Anthony Kralik, Jr., 46 years of age, passed away in Norfolk, Virginia where he lived for 16 years. He was humble, kind-hearted, had an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. He loved cruising around the world and reggae music. He was an avid sports fan of the New York Yankees, Buffalo Bills, and Syracuse University. Thomas was born on June 9, 1974 in Anchorage, Alaska. He was…...
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Ricky A. Smith
On Sunday, January 3, 2021, our beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, Ricky Antonio Smith was called home to be with the Lord. Ricky was born on March 25, 1958 to Willie H. Smith and the late Carrie Louise Smith. Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, he was educated at Norfolk Public Schools. Ricky held a position at Kempsville Building Materials as a Manager for several years. He then moved into a position as a…...
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Lenora Virginia Odom
Joseph and Lenora shared fifty-eight wonderful years together. On January 2, God called Joseph Odom home at the age of ninety-five. On January 6, God called Lenora Odom home at the age of eighty-one. Joseph was born in Cuthbert GA On June 7, 1925 and Lenora Odom was born in Virginia Beach, VA. On August 6, 1939. Joseph joined the Navy in 1942. He served our country for twenty-five years. He was a World War…...
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Joseph James Odom
Joseph and Lenora shared fifty-eight wonderful years together. On January 2, God called Joseph Odom home at the age of ninety-five. On January 6, God called Lenora Odom home at the age of eighty-one. Joseph was born in Cuthbert GA On June 7, 1925 and Lenora Odom was born in Virginia Beach, VA. On August 6, 1939. Joseph joined the Navy in 1942. He served our country for twenty-five years. He was a World War…...
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Fierra Chanell Bailey
On January 4, 2021 Fierra Chanell Bailey received her wings. God called her home to rest from her journey. Fierra was the youngest of two children from Felecia Bailey-Earl and the late Carnell James. Felecia and Fierra relationship was magical. They were connected with one another. They were best friends and loved watching movies together. Even , though Fierra had her own apartment, she never wanted to leave her mom’s house. There is nothing as…...
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Patricia E. Logan
Patricia Elmyra Logan, of Virginia Beach, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Affectionately known as “Ms. Pat” or “Grandma” to everyone. She was a loving mother, sister, friend and greatest of all, grandmother. She was born on October 12, 1950 to the late Alma and William Hogans in Bristol, Virginia. Patricia moved to Knoxville, Tennessee in 1962, where she became a member of Mt. Moriah…...
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Iaisha Theresa James
On January 2, 2021, God called Iaisha T. James home to eternal rest. She was born on January 3, 1982 to her loving mother, Bridgette James (Josette Horne) and Father, John Henry. She was the knee baby of two sisters, Wyniakia and Quashelle James and two brothers, Kentrail James and Corey Smith. Iaisha was preceded in death by her loving grandmother, Theresa Carrington and her uncle, Willie James. Iaisha was a loving mother of six…...
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Audrey Marie Hampton
Audrey M. (Benson) Hampton, 81, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 4, 2021 in Maryview Hospital. Born in Queens City (Virginia Beach), VA, daughter of the late Leander and Lenora (Barrington) Benson. She lived in the tidewater area Norfolk/Chesapeake before moving to Portsmouth, VA. She worked as a line cook at Dixie Land (Chesapeake) for over 20 years. She did not finish high school (10th grade). She was a member of the New Testament…...
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