George Linwood Sorrell Sr., 77, was born on November 01, 1944, in Norfolk County Virginia to the late David and Carrie Sorrell. George, known as “Lin” to his family, friends, and associates was very helpful to the people that loved him. He was a master Plumber and Pipe Fitter for over forty years. George was a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, Provider, and Protector. He took pride in his work and even more in…...
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Read Full MemorialClementine Lee Johnson who was affectionately known as “Clem” transitioned into eternal rest with her husband and family by her side on December 3, 2021 at the age of 65. She was born on October 2, 1956 in Severn, North Carolina to the late Raymond Lee Sr. and Maude Lee. Clementine’s spiritual journey began as a child at First Baptist Church of Severn in North Carolina. As an adult, she was baptized at Enoch Baptist…...
Read Full MemorialClinton Glasper, Jr., 90, was born April 19, 1931, in Demopolis, Alabama, to the Late Clinton Glasper, Sr., and Cora Fenderson. He departed this life on December 1, 2021, at Sentara Leigh Hospital. He was the third of nine children. He is survived by sister Laura Glasper Young, sister Wealtha Glasper Harris, brother Charles Glasper and brother Clyde Glasper. He is predeceased by sister Cora Glasper Evans, brother Nathaniel Glasper, sister Bernice Glasper and sister…...
Read Full MemorialMable Fonville Daniels – affectionately known as “Honey” was born on April 25, 1927 in Norfolk County. She was the 2nd youngest of 10 siblings born to the late Chester Fonville Sr. and Ethel Hamm Fonville. She was educated in Norfolk County, (now known as Chesapeake, VA) schools and graduated from Providence High School in 1945. After graduating, she met and married the late James E. Sutton and from this union came Rosalyn and James…...
Read Full MemorialThe Life & Legacy of Willet Moore: Sunrise: January 24, 1928 Sunset: December 4, 2021 Willet Moore, cherished by his family and friends was called to his eternal home by our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, December 4th, 2021. He peacefully received his call to join the heavenly angels while at home with his loving wife by his side. Willet was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Will & Beatrice Moore on January 24th, 1928. Will…...
Read Full MemorialJames Arthur Williams, 75, was born in Washington, NC and at an early age became a resident of Norfolk, VA and died on Saturday, December 4, 2021, surrounded by family including his loving niece Darlene and his dearest wife, Gardina at his side. He was born to the late Edd Williams Sr. and Odelia Kenlaw Williams. He was the eleventh child of all siblings. James was educated in Norfolk Public School System and later attended…...
Read Full MemorialMissionary Dorothy Jean Butts Foster … “Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness” … Missionary Dorothy Jean Butts Foster, 75, of 604 JFK Court, answered God’s call on Thursday, December 2, 2021 in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk, Virginia. Sister Foster was born on February 7, 1946, the daughter of the late Mr. John M. Wilson and Mrs. Virginia Butts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,…...
Read Full MemorialJames Arthur Cooper, Sr. was born July 2, 1944 in Portsmouth, VA to John W. Cooper and Mary Lou Hunt Cooper. He was called home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2021. After 30 years, James retired from the Norfolk Naval Base as a Material Supply Supervisor. He was known as a master pool shooter, bartender and worked on automobiles. James was predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Elsie Mae Watson and…...
Read Full MemorialNathaniel Samuel Lino Jr. 71, entered into eternal rest December 3, 2021 to be with the Lord. He was born on July 8, 1951 to the late Nathaniel S. Lino Sr. and the late Margaret Montaque. He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter Natalie Lino of Norfolk; son Michael Lino (Teresa Taylor, fiancé) of Norfolk, special daughter Marquitta Overall (Timothy Overall) of the U.S Army; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and…...
Read Full MemorialWinfield A. Courtlandt was born in Jamaica Queens, on November 16, 1945, to Winfield DeMunn and Harryette (Courtlandt) Carlson. Winfield attended Queens Community College and pursued a career with the New York Telephone Company as a Field Technician. Upon retirement, Winfield relocated to Norfolk Virginia where he pursued a new career, managing several Murry Steaks. When Murry Steaks closed their Norfolk operations, Winfield took the opportunity to establish his own business. Mr. C’s Courier Service…...
Read Full MemorialII Timothy 4:8 In the early morning of December 3rd, 2021 while surrounded by his family at his bedside, God whispered into Rufus’s ear, “Well Done, My Good and Faithful Servant!” Rufus M. McFarland, 73 years young entered the world on October 13th, 1948 in Fayetteville, North Carolina to the late Robert L. McFarland and Josephine Vines-McFarland. Rufus along with family came to Norfolk, Va when he was eleven years old. He attended Norfolk Public…...
Read Full MemorialJames Edward Bynum entered eternal rest on December 3, 2021 and born on M1955, in Como, NC to the late Robert and Barbara Bynum. James was educated in the Portsmouth Public School system. James was employed as a supervisor at US Plywood in Norfolk VA in his early years. James became self-employed before his became permanently disabled. James leaves to cherish his memories a daughter Star Bynum, two sons James Bynum and Levi Saunders; two…...
Read Full MemorialKim Denise Kuykendall Smith Kim D. (Kuykendall) Smith slipped quietly from our midst to experience eternal rest, free from life’s pain on November 30, 2021 at 5:00 am at Norfolk Health and Rehabilitation Center, Norfolk, VA. Kim Denise Kuykendall Smith was born on September 4, 1958 to the parents of Dollie Mae (Peeples) Wells and the late Ronald Dean Kuykendall. Kim is a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1976. Following graduation, she…...
Read Full MemorialProverbs 17:22 says, “A joyful heart is good medicine,” which is what Marc Thomas Moore, 34, gifted the world before he passed away on November 30, 2021, near his home in Henrico, Virginia. He is survived by his parents, Rev. Dr. Olah Moore and Mrs. Deborah Moore, and his brothers Timothy Moore and David Moore (Jamaka). A loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, and godfather, Marc was born on January 3, 1987, in Norfolk, Virginia at…...
Read Full MemorialOctober 23, 1967-November 18, 2021 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 Richard Lee Jewell, 54, of Hampton, Virginia passed away on November 18, 2021. Richard was born on October 23, 1967 to Jim Jewell (deceased) and Sarah Jewell in Athens, GA. Richard loved football and…...
Read Full MemorialDeacon Howard William Richards Jr, was born to the late Howard & Gladys Richards, Sr., on April 3rd, 1947 in Seaford, DE., and was blessed to be raised by his God Parents Raymond and Audrey Fooks, later in life, after his mother’s death. Howard graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Camden, NJ., and then enlisted into the United States Army. After the Army he worked as a painter and a bricklayer, and relocated to…...
Read Full MemorialPastor Barbara Jean Metz was born December 27, 1944, in South Carolina to Ella Mae and James Albert Harrison. She went home to be with the LORD on November 30th, 2021. Pastor Barbara Jean Metz was affectionately called “Pastor Barbara.” Pastor Barbara received her early education in the New York City School System. She attended Farmingdale University in Long Island New York. She received her Certificate in Counseling, B. A. and Masters Degree in Theology,…...
Read Full MemorialCalvin Wood the beloved son of the late Ernest and Marie Wood departed this life on December 1st, 2021, in Chesapeake Virginia at the age of eighty-four. He retired in 1998 after 20 years of civil service in Masonry at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He was predeceased by his wife Betty Wood. He was also predeceased by all his siblings. Brothers: Earnest Wood, James Wood, Theodore Wood and Jonathan Wood. Sisters, Myrtle Mann, Fannie Lane, and…...
Read Full MemorialVictor D. Bright transitioned from life to eternity on Friday, November 26, 2021. Victor was born on August 6, 1956, in Norfolk County and grew up and was raised in Portsmouth, Virginia. Victor graduated from Manor High School, Portsmouth, VA, in 1974. In his spare time, Victor enjoyed painting and drawing. He also enjoyed watching his favorite football team The Dallas Cowboys win a few games and lose a few games. He joined the New…...
Read Full MemorialElsie Lee Wilson 86, entered into eternal rest on November 27, 2021. Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and friend was born on January 1, 1935 to the late Clifton Burwell and the late Leah Jordan in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Elsie was the fourth of four sisters. She married the Late Linwood Lee Wilson. She gave life to ten children. Elsie is preceded by her parents Clifton Burwell and Leah Jordan and four children;…...
Read Full MemorialJohn Robert Plummer, III was born February 11, 1984, to the late John Robert Plummer, II and Julia Plummer. On Saturday, November 27, 2021 he transitioned on to eternal life. John, also affectionately known as JP, was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. He was a carpenter by trade. John was employed with Earley Contracting Corporation and enjoyed working alongside his co-workers. John would light up any room with his bright smile and contagious…...
Read Full MemorialPamela (Pam) Denise Mclurkin born March 18, 1957 in Portsmouth, VA 23707. Born to the late Edward Franklin and Etta Isabel (Brown) Franklin. Two deceased sisters Hatti Elizabeth Hyman and Joyce Ann Barnes. Pamela was a Graduate of Manor High School. She took a path in nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Pamela was a beautiful woman with a beautiful soul who had a heart of gold. Pamela leaves behind two sons Demarte Franklin Keyante…...
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Read Full MemorialA phenomenal woman was called home on Thursday, November 18, 2021. She was peacefully escorted by the angels of God to dwell by his side in that house not made with hands. Cynthia Marie Hudson was born on August 6th, 1955 in Portsmouth Virginia, the oldest daughter of Susie Lee and Morris Overton. She proudly attended Portsmouth Public Schools and shortly after graduation she enrolled in a Culinary Arts Program at I.C. Norcom High School…...
Read Full MemorialSorrows come and go just as surely as do the joys of life; yet there is something disquieting, so deeply sorrowful, about the passing of a loved one that we never seem amply prepared for the inevitable occasion. So, it is with the passing of our beloved widow, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend. Mary Lee Pierce, 86, of 111 Wynn Street, was called home peacefully to eternal rest on Sunday, November 28, 2021,…...
Read Full MemorialA Celebration of Life For Marion Baillie McKenzie God’s Garden God looked around His garden, and found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put His arms around you, and lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful. He always takes the best. He saw that the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb. So, He closed your weary eyelids, and…...
Read Full MemorialShirley Mae Holley was born August 1, 1935 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Fannie Ward and James King. She was always a hard worker and well-disciplined in manners set by the example of her late grandmother Daisy Baker. She accomplished a Nursing Degree , worked for Norfolk HUD and was an Entrepreneur in childcare. She was a member of Faith Temple COGIC until her health or the health of her late husband, Ashley Holley…...
Read Full MemorialMary Louise Martin – 1 February 1935 – 21 November 2021 Psalm 91:14-16 ~ The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. 15 When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. 16 I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation. (NLT) Mary Louise… born the oldest of two…...
Read Full MemorialRachelette Quintina Sparrow passed away peacefully on November 26, 2021.”Rae” as she was called by family and friends was born April 15,1973 to Vanessa Cook and the late Rayfield Nixon Jr. in Norfolk, Virginia. She was predeceased by her maternal grandmother Mary Sparrow, paternal grandmother Jennie Nixon and her very close great uncle Jesse Hyman. She leaves to cherish her memories her mother Vanessa Cook, three children Tiffany Palmer, Ashley Palmer and Dionte Sparrow, a sister…...
Read Full MemorialPaula Butler Jordan, 53, of Norfolk, VA, was called home by her Lord to a new teaching assignment on November 6, 2021. Paula was born in Washington, DC, to Winston Butler, Jr. and the former Diane V. Williams, on July 4, 1968. She was preceded in death by her father Winston and her father James Paige, Sr., and her sister Vonetta McDonald. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Paige L. Jordan and Bria…...
Read Full MemorialDelshawn “Shawn” Leon Body was born in Portsmouth, VA on February 1,1988 to Judy Body and the late Sherwood Yeats. He leaves behind his beloved mother, Judy Body; his sister, Keisha Body and his brother, James “Melvin” Body Sr. (Glendale) along with his four nieces and four nephews, three aunts, two uncles and extended family and friends. He attended I.C. Norcom High School until 2004. For several years, he worked for Jani King with his…...
Read Full MemorialMargaret Marie Randolph passed away on November 24, 2021....
Read Full MemorialKathy Davis, 59, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away November 12, 2021, at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center with her husband by her side. She was born to the late James Junior and Julia Richardson Davis, December 17, 1961, in Camden, South Carolina. Kathy graduated from Camden High School in 1979 and received a Bachelor of Science, and later a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Walden University. Kathy is survived by her husband Kenneth Chalmers,…...
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