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Annie Lamb Gore
Annie (Mae ) Lamb-Gore Knowing, Believing and Living For 90 years, 1 month, and 1 day Annie lived a life of being lovely and being loved. And we all know she was so lovely because of that love. Through the years it was abundantly clear that she knew, she believed, and she lived, as a child of God. She knew She knew she was loved as a daughter of the king, with her head held…...
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William Hooker
William Hooker “Bill”, the oldest of 13 siblings, was born July 4, 1925 in Maxton, North Carolina to Jack Malloy and Almener Patterson, but raised by his grandmother Ms. Lily Mae Hooker. On Wednesday, January 13, 2021, surrounded by his loving family, he departed for his divine home from Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk VA. He later went into the United States Navy and served in WWII. When he returned, he married the love of…...
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Ellen Gertrude Freeman
On Tuesday January 26, 2021 just before the breaking of dawn, as the earth and all therein prepared to receive the light of a brand-new day. The rolls were counted, and it was found that our beloved Ellen Freeman’s name was not found thereon. For the Lord had appointed and sent His provision that she might be loosed from the bonds of this world, to ascend on high and be carried into His loving hands.…...
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Tiny Elizabeth Higgs
On Monday, January 18, 2021, Tiny Higgs transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home. She was born on April 21, 1924 in Williamsburg (York County), Virginia to the late Elmore and Susie Willis Schofield. Tiny grew up in both Williamsburg and Newport News, Virginia. She attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School in Newport News, James City Training School in Williamsburg, and Huntington High School in Newport News. While at Huntington, she played violin in the school…...
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Gloria Louise Johnson
As we reflect the life and legacy of Gloria, we are pausing to praise God for her long journey with us. Gloria Louise Johnson, 69, was born in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Rachel Elizabeth Dales of Norfolk and Nelson Washington Willis of Bladen, North Carolina on November 14, 1951. She attended school at Booker T. Washington. She was the wife of the late Raymond Tazewell. She was preceded in death by one brother, Ellis…...
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Evelyn Powell Porter
Remembering a Classy Lady Evelyn Powell-Porter, our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend was called home on Monday, January 25, 2021. She was born July 14, 1937 to the late Luther Grimes and Lucille Freeman. She was united in marriage to the late Rudolph C. Porter. She attended Norfolk Public Schools. She retired after 30 years of service from NRHA Program Management. She was a member of Garden of…...
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Irene C. Rivers
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;” Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 On January 25, 2021, Irene C. Rivers went home to be with the lord. She was born on October 8, 1967 in Portsmouth, Virginia, she resided in Norfolk Virginia. Irene was the youngest…...
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Yvonne Jordan
Yvonne “Pig” Jordan departed this earthly life and entered into eternal life on January 24, 2021. Yvonne was a native of Norfolk, VA and the daughter of the late Alec Brown, Sr. and Louise Brown-Hunter. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl H. Jordan; her son, LaShawn “Pee Wee” Brown and her brother James Brown. Yvonne graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA. She worked as a Dietician’s Aide at…...
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Walter Burton
Walter “Walt “Burton, Jr. departed this life on January 24, 2021. ”Walt”, as we all knew him, was born March 23, 1956 to the late Mildred Burton and Walter Williams, Sr. in Chariton, Virginia. Walt leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife, Lois Burton; two daughters, Crystal Burton-Midgette (Marvin) and Lisa Etheridge; four sons, Orlando Twyford, Walter Johnson, Jules Johnson and Demetrice Coles; grand- children and great- grandchildren whom he loved and adored; sisters,…...
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Clifton L. Smith, Sr.
Clifton Lee Smith, Sr. was born on April 13, 1928 in Northampton County, Virginia (The Eastern Shore) to the late Dora Jackmon Smith and Governor H. Smith. Clifton received his education in Northampton County Public School System. At an early age, Clifton moved from the Eastern Shore and made Norfolk, Virginia his residence. He was married to the late Betty Hawkins Smith, until her passing on September 12, 1997. Clifton was a very hard worker.…...
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Walter H. Burden, Sr.
Walter H. Burden, Sr. passed away on January 23, 2021. Walter was born on April 28, 1930 in Raleigh, NC to Henry & Esther Burden. He served in the US Army for 22 years as a Staff Sergeant and worked for 10 years for the Portsmouth School system. On March 25, 1948, he married Doris Douglass. They raised five daughters and two sons, Brenda Ann Swinton (Kenneth), Barbara Anne Ervin, Anna Batten (Dennis), Renae Hinton…...
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Pearline Vaughn Brown
Pearline Vaughn was born on August 5, 1930 to the late Haywood and Mayetta Vaughn in Norfolk, Virginia. She was married to the late Tilmon Brown, Sr.; and to this union 5 loving children were born. At an early age Pearline professed her faith in Jesus Christ and joined First Pentecostal United Holy Church, where she was a long-time dedicated member. Pearline was a virtuous and God-fearing woman who raised her children, grandchildren, and great…...
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Marion Vivian Asterilla
Marion Vivian Asterilla passed away on January 22, 2021....
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Arnold Francis Semley
Arnold Francis Semley passed away on January 8, 2021 in Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on October 15, 1943 in New York City to Olga and Joseph Semley. He was the youngest of Olga Semley’s seven children and with him we lose our last connection to that great generation. Arnold grew up in New York City surrounded by a large family and friends. He was always the life of the party and his nieces even…...
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Scupella M. Carter
Scupella M. Bell was born on December 31, 1975 in Brooklyn, New York. At the age of five months old God saw fit for Kim Hibbert to become Scupella’s mother. Scupella, affectionately known as “Fi-Fi” by her family and friends, was educated in the private school system and later attended public school from the third grade until she graduated from high school. She went on to complete cosmetology classes in Brooklyn, New York and received…...
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Emanuel Clemons
Emanuel Clemons was born February 20, 1954 to the late Deacon Willie Rufus Clemons and Lena Mae Lewis Clemons in Albany, Georgia. He joined Saint Paul Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. Emanuel graduated from Monroe Comprehensive High School. He attended Albany State College and later joined the U.S. Navy serving 38 years. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as a Contract Specialist at Naval Supply Systems Command, Norfolk, VA where he retired…...
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Carl Baxton Skinner, Sr.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—-and not only to me. Carl Baxton Skinner, Sr. was born on July 21, 1943 to Anna Bell Felton and Linwood Skinner. Carl was called to be with the Lord o January 20, 2021.…...
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Watt D. Newsome, III
Watt “Sonny” Newsome passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Maryview Medical Center. His mother, Blommer Mae and his dad, Watt D. Newsome, II, predeceased. Sonny was raised in the Berkley area and was very well known in Berkley. He was a graduate of Lake Taylor High School. “Sonny P”, known by family, worked as a sub-contractor for many years, he was self employed. He enjoyed life to the fullest and was a…...
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Maurice E. Perkins, Sr.
On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Mr. Maurice Elliott Perkins, tenderly and peacefully answered his heavenly Father’s call. He was the son of the late Ruth Marie and Johnnie Perkins. He was a native of Norfolk County (Chesapeake) and from Crestwood High in 1959. He would marry his late wife, Helen Perkins in 1965, along with having a daughter, Cheryl Perkins. Mr. and Mrs. Perkins were married for…...
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Stephone White
Our beloved Stephone White entered into God’s Heavenly home on January 20, 2021, while sleeping at home. He was born on May 26, 1963 to Barbara Jean White. Stephone graduated with his certificate of completion from Norfolk Public School. Stephone gave his life to the Lord at a young age and joined Good News COGIC under the Pastorate of Pastor Frank Caffee, Sr. He served the Lord with gladness. Over the years, he served as…...
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Otis Manley
On January 21st, Otis Manley of Chesapeake, Virginia passed away at the age of 78. Otis was born on December 14th, 1942 in Jackson, North Carolina to the late Ada and James Tindal. Otis was raised in Norfolk, Virginia and attended Booker T. Washington High School. Otis moved to New York in 1962. He began working for the New York City Housing Authority in 1966 and later moved on to work for New York City…...
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Willie Edward McMillian, Jr.
Willie Edward McMillian, Jr. passed away on January 16, 2021....
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James Edward Hammond
Mr. James Edward Hammond, 87, of Chesapeake, VA passed on Monday, January 18, 2021. Dad was a strong, determined, family man. Working more than one job, Dad stopped at nothing to ensure his wife and family of nine children had everything they needed, although not everything they might have wanted. Dad loved cooking for his family, making certain plenty was available for any guests that might stop by. He loved to tell stories, especially of…...
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Reginald Carter
On Saturday, January 16, 2021, Reginald “Rabbit” Carter, Loving brother, beloved uncle, cousin and friend, passed away at 7:46 am at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Reginald was born on June 17, 1964 in Norfolk, VA to WIlliam and Odell Carter. He attended Norfolk Public Schools and subsequently completed his primary education, by obtaining his General Education Diploma through Job Corps. Rabbit was predeceased by both parents and siblings; Trent Carter (Brother), Jerry Carter (Brother) and Vanessa “Boojie” Carter (Sister). He leaves behind seven sisters and…...
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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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