Mable Inez Griffin
Aug 26, 2017
Mable Inez Griffin was called home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2017 after a short illness. She worked for Hall Farms for over 55 years, and she was a member of the United House of Prayer. She is survived by her children Evelyn Griffin, Betty Griffin, Cathy Riddick (Maurice) and Cynthia Brook (Michael) of Chesapeake, Mable M....
Randolph Sylvester Whitehurst Sr.
Aug 18, 2017
Randolph (Randy, Poor boy, Flip) Sylvester Whitehurst Sr., passed away on August 18, 2017 in his home in Chesapeake, VA at the age of 80. He was born in Norfolk, VA on January 25, 1937. He was married to the love of his life Jamesina (Jamie) for 48 years. Viewing will be Tuesday, August 22nd at Pretlow and Sons Funeral...
Jordan Jovan Joseph Mcnair
Aug 17, 2017
Jordan Jovan Joseph McNair died tragically on August 17, 2017 in Virginia Beach, VA at the age of 20. He is survived by his father, Dexter McNair (Tish McNair); mother, Paula Borchert (David Borchert); brothers, Matthew Taylor, Phillip McNair, Malik & Darrick Williams, Josh & Matt Borchert; grandparents, Barbara Wood, Robin & Leslie Brown and Joseph F. McNair; loving aunts,...
Odessa Lee Mcdonald
Aug 14, 2017
Odessa L. McDonald, 94, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017. Born on November 22, 1922 in the Weeksville Section of Pasquotank County, now Elizabeth City, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Charlie Edward James and Mary Bessie Winslow James .
She is survived by three...
Herbert Mitchell Sr.
Aug 9, 2017
Herbert Mitchell Sr. was born September 8, 1933; he received his heavenly reward on August 9, 2017 surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Ahoskie, North Carolina to Willis and Helena Mitchell who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Geneva Johnson and Susie Mae White, and daughter-in-law, the Honorable Faye Watford Mitchell....
Carlethea Lynette Stancil
Aug 7, 2017
Carlethea Lynette Stancil, 44, Â was called home to be with the Lord on Monday August 7, 2017. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Cathedral of Faith C.O.G.I.C., 2020 Portlock Rd, Chesapeake. Viewing will be held from 5-7pm Friday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.
Elton Askew
Aug 4, 2017
Elton Askew, 97, was called home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2017. He is predeceased by his wife Eudosia R. Askew, and survived by his son, Elton Harrell. A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Friday, August18, 2017 at New Rising Sun United Holy Church, 1709 Wilson Road, Norfolk, where viewing will be held at 10:00a.m....
Matthew Sanderson
Jul 28, 2017
On March 6, 1932 the late Preston Sr. and Lillian Sanderson brought Matthew into the world. Matthew talked with God on July 28, 2017 getting permission to come and be with Him. During his journey on earth he married the late Vandelia Hodnett Sanderson. They were blessed with seven children, Diane Person, Vandelia Powell (Percy), Laverne Smith (Larnell), Matthew Sanderson...
Mary Alberta Griffin
Jul 26, 2017
Mary Alberta Griffin, affectionately known as "sister," was called to Glory on July 26, 2017. She was born to the late Hattie Mae Clark and Artice L. Spencer on November 27, 1925 in Belhaven, North Carolina. She attended school in North Carolina until she moved to Norfolk in 1933 at the age of 8. In 1948, Mary married Aaron A....
Ruthie E. Wallace
Jul 17, 2017
Ruthie Evelyn McNair Wallace passed peacefully away on July, 17, 2017. She was predeceased by parents Joseph and Norma McNair, her husband of 54 years, Rudolph A. Wallace and her sisters Ruby Garfield, Clara Leach and Eula Lankford. Survivors are, her sons Rudolph A. Wallace, Jr. (Mona) of Hampton , VA, Anthony Wallace (Samantha) of Naperville, IL, Carl T. Wallace...
Lydia Somerville
Jul 15, 2017
Saundra Jean Somerville departed this life on July 15, 2017. Born on December 16, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Robert Rodgers Sr. and Casteen White Rodgers. She was employed with the Chesapeake School System until her retirement. She is predeceased by her husband Charlie Somerville, and her daughter Lydia Somerville. Survivors include eight siblings Gloria Harrell (Earl)...
Saundra Jean Somerville
Jul 15, 2017
Saundra Jean Somerville departed this life on July 15, 2017. Born on December 16, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Robert Rodgers Sr. and Casteen White Rodgers. She was employed with the Chesapeake School System until her retirement. She is predeceased by her husband Charlie Somerville, and her daughter Lydia Somerville. Survivors include eight siblings Gloria Harrell (Earl)...
Rita Ferebee Lamb
Jul 10, 2017
Rita Ferebee Lamb, 73, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 10, 2017. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday at St. Luke AME Church, 241 St. Lukes Church Road, Chesapeake. Viewing will be from 5-7 pm Thursday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.
James W. Austin
Jul 8, 2017
James W. Austin, 95, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 8, 2017. A graveside service will be held 12noon on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake is in charge of arrangements.
Helen T. Scott
Jul 6, 2017
On Thursday evening God called Helen T. Scott, our beloved mother, grandmother, grandmother, great grandmother, cousin and friends to her final resting place, but to Good be the glory an eternal reward.
Helen was a sweet and loving woman. Who loved the Lord. One of her favorite quotes was "God sits high and look...
Jason Denard Key
Jul 2, 2017
On the evening of July 2, 2017, the almighty God quietly called our loved one, Jason D. Key from life and gently ushered him into eternal rest. He predeceased by his parents, Timothy E. and Regina O. Key.
Jason was educated in the Norfolk and Chesapeake Public School Systems. He was employed for many years at the...
Maurice Lamour Mccoy
Jun 29, 2017
Maurice L. McCoy was called home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2017. A funeral will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, where viewing will be 5-7pm Friday.
Rev. Milford Gene Rhodes, Jr.
Jun 28, 2017
Rev. Milford G. Rhodes, Jr. was called home to be with the Lord on June 28, 2017. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, he was the son of the late Milford Rhodes, Sr. and Emma Jones Rhodes. He was a 1965 graduate of Crestwood High School. He is survived by his daughters, Morgan Rhodes, Melani Rhodes and Aimee Rhodes. His pride...
Delois L. Morris
Jun 21, 2017
Delois L. Morris (Buddy) was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 21 st . She was a retired cook from The OMNI International Hotel. She was a member of First Baptist Church Berkley. Delois was predeceased by her husband Earnest L Morris. Left to cherish her memories are her daughters Stephanie Moore (Ralph), Lisa Morris,...
Lillie M. Branch
Jun 11, 2017
Mrs. Lillie M. Branch, daughter of the late Kellie Thomson and Neddie King Thomson was born June 28, 1929 in The Plains, Virginia. Born the sixth of seven children, Lillie enjoyed the country life of Fauquier County especially horseback riding throughout the vast rolling hills amongst the beautiful scenery. Lillie was united in holy matrimony to William H. Branch,...
