Chesapeake – Rev. Dr. James Lee Barrington, 83, of the 700 block of River Creek Road was called from earth to glory on Thursday, September 23, 2010. Born in Virginia Beach, he was the son of the late James and Ollie Barrington. He was employed at the Elizabeth River Terminal until his retirement. He was a longtime servant of the Lord with compassion and love for all.

He is predeceased by daughters, Olive Mae and Mary M., grandchildren, Alisha and Darrell K. Barrington Jr. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Margaret Ann Harper -Barrington; children, James K. Barrington (Diane O.) Ronald E. Barrington, Darrell K. Barrington (Annette M.), George W. Barrington (Gina M.), Lora D. Carter (Eddie) and Crystal L.B. Wilson; four brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law, nineteen grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm Wednesday at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1937 Land of Promise Road, Chesapeake. Interment will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be held Tuesday from 3 – 7pm at Pretlow and Sons Funeral, Chesapeake, where the family will receive friends from 6- 7pm. We invite you to send a condolence message in the family's guestbook at www.pretlowandsons.com .