obituaries

Aug 21, 2021

Sylvester "Baby Face" Garfield Artis, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on August 21, 2021. Born on October 1, 1922, in Newsoms, Virginia, he was the fourth son of the late Garfield Artis, and Annie Bynum Artis.

He was predeceased by his wife Francis Artis, son, William Alexander Artis, brothers, Hurley Artis,...

Aug 10, 2021

Stacy "Pooh" Tasker, Jr., peacefully passed away in his sleep on August 10, 2021. Born in Virginia Beach, Virginia, he was the son of the late Stacy Tasker, Sr.

Stacy was reliable, dependable, skillful, and hardworking. He always put the needs of others above his own and would not hesitate to help anyone in need. His love...

Aug 6, 2021

Jospeh Fitzpatrick Newton entered enternal rsest on August 6, 2021. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on September 13, 1971 to Rev. Dr. Edward Stokes and the late Mazie Lee Stokes.

He is survived by his father, Rev. Dr. Edward Stokes of Norfolk, Virginia, son, Darryl Horton of Norfolk,Virginia, grandson, Michael D. Horton, grandaughter Lessia Horton, four...

Jul 24, 2021

Gwendolyn Sivels Bell peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021. Born in Chesapeake, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late William S. Sivels, Sr., and Mattie C. Sivels. She was predeceased by her husband James Bell, sister Kim Satterfield, and brothers Karl and Thomas Sivels.

She leaves to cherish her memories, two daughters Sherrie Bell...

Jul 23, 2021

Donvell Carvet Wilkins enetered eternal rest on July 23, 2021 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina.  A funeral servie will be held 11:00 am Friday at New Light Full Gospel Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 5pm until 7pm Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home,...

Jul 19, 2021

Michael Nathaniel Wright was born April 18, 1957, to the late Jean Audrey Wright. He grew up in the Berkley neighborhood of Norfolk, where he attended Lake Taylor High School. He loved music, and he joined a band name the Cosmic Jammers, where he played the base guitar.

Michael attended a masonry school and became a brick...

Jul 16, 2021

Helen Elizabeth "Pinky" Haggins, 78, of Chesapeake, fell asleep in death on July 16, 2021. Born on September 16, 1942 in Norfolk, Virginia, she was the youngest daughter of the late Ottis Butts, Sr., and Geneva Nichols Butts. She was predeceased by her brothers, Lorenzo, Otis, Jr. "Dick," Linwood, Wallace "Sam," and sister, Goldie "Baby Mae" Drumgole.

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Jun 26, 2021

Justin Tyree Royster entered eternal rest on June 26, 2021. He is survived by his mother Nikkia Burkes, father Adonis Lynch, stepfather William Burkes, sister Amaya Royster, and a host of relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Sunday, July 18, 2021 at the Boys and Girls Club located at 1505 Competitor Ct,...

Jun 17, 2021

Mrs. Dorothy Louise Hood of Chesapeake, VA passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 8, 1937 in Cane Creek, SC, the daughter of the late Mr. Ivory Hyatte and Mrs. Edna Mae Cureton Hyatte.

She attended public schools in North Carolina and South Carolina, and graduated from...

Jun 7, 2021

It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Terrance Chevene Fultz, of Tucson, Arizona on June 7, 2021. He was a loving and devoted father, son, brother, and friend. Terry lost his battle with lung cancer and is now resting peacefully with God.

The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021 ...

Jun 4, 2021

Corey Jamal Wilson was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 4, 2021. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Roosevelt Memorial Park, 1101 Campostella Road, Chesapeake. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake is in charge of arrangements.

Jun 2, 2021

On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, our family circle was broken when God called our father, son, and brother home. Antonio Ali Green, Sr. was born on October 14, 1980, to Edith and James Green in Norfolk, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his brother James Green III and his sister Latoya Green.

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May 21, 2021

Terry Tyrone Manley was born in Norfolk, Virginia on May 1, 1964 to the late Raleigh and Clentora Manley. He transitioned from his earthly home to his eternal home with the Lord on May 21, 2021.

He was employed by the Hampton Roads Shipping Association- International Longshoreman Association. He was a longtime active member of St. Joseph...

May 10, 2021

Willie Leroy Dozier, Jr, born in Norfolk, VA, transitioned from labor to reward on May 10, 2021.  Willie was born to Willie L. Dozier, Sr. and Sallie Ann (Savage) Dozier on July 12, 1940.  He grew up in the Campostella area and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1958.  During childhood, Willie received the Lord at St....

May 3, 2021

Rosemary Williams, was born March 21, 1952, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Frank R. Wood and Mary (Buggs) Wood. Rosemary "Nana" Williams transitioned from this life to her Eternal Home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 3, 2021.

Rosemary was the eldest of six children: Alonzo Buggs, Harriett Ann Amos, Arlene F. Wood, Willie...

May 2, 2021

Shauna C. Bass, aka Opal Gardener and Aggie of Eliza's Retreat, Christiansted St. Croix USVI transitioned into eternal peace on May 2, 2021.

Shauna is survived by her mother, Joycelyn Bass; honorary parents Carolyn and John Lowery;...

May 2, 2021

On the morning of May 2, 2021, God called for his child Ms. Marion Rebecca "Becky" Ferebee and said "it's time to come home now." She departed from this life to be with her parents Moses Melvin Ferebee and Rita Inisa Lamb.

She progresses forward with the memories of her children and grandchildren: eldest Akelia L. Ferebee...

Apr 20, 2021

Elder Patty McCoy Mills was born in Norfolk on January 18, 1954 and gained her wings on April 20, 2021 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

Patty was passionate about serving the Lord. She received her Missionary Credentials and was ordained an Elder from the Board of Presbytery of the United Holy Church of America Christ.  In addition,...

Apr 7, 2021

Beloved husband of late Audrey L. Walywn, Mr. Charles A. Walwyn, Sr. was raised in New York City, where he attended DeWit Clinton HS and the City University of NY, where he received a degree in Engineering. Upon Graduation from college, he worked for the City of New York, where he served as the Deputy Commission for the Department of...

Mar 19, 2021

Patricia Nell Hunt Pretlow gained her heavenly wings as the sun rose on March 19, 2021. Patricia was born in Richmond, Virginia to Lily Hunt Alexander and Paul Hunt. She attended Virginia Union University - undergrad and the University of Virginia – graduate.

She was employed with the Chesapeake Public School System for 30 years as an...