obituaries

Sep 19, 2025

Annie Mae Cuffee was born to Clarence and Pinky Cuffee on January 19, 1928, in Norfolk County in the historic Cuffe town. She lived a long and full life surrounded by family, faith, and kindness. She was a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, and a cherished friend to all who knew her. Annie Mae lived a life of service...

Sep 12, 2025

John Finney, Jr., was born in Norfolk, VA to Rozina Forbes and John Finney, Sr. on November 30, 1934. He lived a wonderfully blessed and fulfilling life. Early on Friday morning September 12, 2025 he received the call from HIS Heavenly Father to come on home. At age 90, he passed away at the Chantilly Heights Memory Care Assisted...

Sep 11, 2025

YOU FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT

YOU FINISHED YOUR COURSE

YOU KEPT THE FAITH

2 TIMOTHY 4:7

BARBARA BORDEN NICHOLS, WENT HOME TO BE WITH THE LORD ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025. SHE WAS THE ONLY CHILD BORN TO WILLIAM BORDEN AND OLGA EADY...

Sep 7, 2025

Gerardo B. Gonzales — a loving husband, loyal friend, dedicated worker, passionate traveler, and devoted Catholic — was tragically taken from us at the age of sixty in Norfolk, Virginia. His wife, Lea, was officially informed by the U.S. Navy Reservists and police authorities, in accordance with the U.S. Navy protocols.

Affectionately known to his family and...

Aug 31, 2025

Joshua Howard Pretlow Jr. peacefully entered eternal life on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Chesapeake. He was born on February 28, 1943, in Atlantic City, New Jersey to the late Joshua H. Pretlow Sr. and Lucille Doxey Pretlow. He retired from the Ford Plant, and he served in the United States Marine Corps.

Viewing will be held...

Aug 24, 2025

Virginia Inez Cuffee Whitehead was called home to eternal rest on August 24, 2025.  She was born to Clarence Cuffee Sr. and Betty Ellis Cuffee on August 1, 1947. Educated in the Chesapeake Public School District, graduating from Crestwood High School in 1965.

Worked in her community as a hair stylist, as an insurance agent, relocating to...

Aug 21, 2025

Alice (Faye) Barnes entered eternal rest on August 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church South Hill, 3633 Galberry Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23323. Interment will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park.

A viewing will be held at Pretlow and Sons...

Aug 1, 2025

Dianne E. Hollis peacefully joined the angels on August 1, 2025. Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.

You may join the service livestream at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons

Jul 26, 2025

Isabel D. Austin entered eternal rest on July 26, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Pretlow & Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.

You may join the service livestream at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons

Jul 24, 2025

James Durant, Jr., peacefully departed this life on July 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A resident of Woodbridge, Virginia. James was the beloved son of the late Demetry T. Durant and James E. Durant, Sr. Born a twin, he shared a special bond with his late sister, Janice Durant.

James was a devoted husband to...

Jul 9, 2025

Earl Lee Johnson, peacefully entered eternal rest on July 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A funeral service will be held 11:00am on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake. The viewing will be from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at the funeral home.

You may join the service livestream at...

Jul 8, 2025

Ronald Edward Monk was born March 30, 1965, to the late Jesse L. Monk Sr. and Annie M. Monk and made his transition from labor to reward on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Ronald was a faithful member of Grove Baptist Church, Portsmouth, Virginia.  He was educated in Portsmouth Public Schools and completed numerous apprenticeship trainings and certifications.  ...

Jun 23, 2025

Randy E. Fuller, age 68, passed away at home on Monday morning, June 23, 2025 after enduring an extended illness. He was born on December 25, 1956 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Clifford R. Sr. and Shirley A. Fuller.

He attended public school in Norfolk, VA and graduated from Lake Taylor High School where he played...

Jun 16, 2025

Floyd Kennith Trotter was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on Tuesday, November 2, 1954. He was the second child of Norman Junius Trotter and Shirley Bell (Arrington) Trotter.

Floyd developed a love for gospel music at a very young age, having attended church regularly. He attended Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Lake Taylor High School. While at...

May 25, 2025

Emma V. Nixon entered eternal rest on May 25, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at New Galilee Baptist Church, 1765 S. Military Highway, Chesapeake. Viewing will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake....

May 23, 2025

Lillie Earnestine Langley was born on January 8, 1934, to the late John Oliver Bazemore, Sr. and Ethel Mae Rooks.

She attended John B. Bond High School in Lewiston, North Carolina. After moving from NC to VA, she attended Norfolk Technical Center where she received her certificate as a Certified Cashier. Many who knew her knew she...

May 19, 2025

Mildred Sykes Banks peacefully joined the angels on May 19, 2025. She was born on October 13, 1930, in Boston, Massachusetts. The daughter of the late Ralph A. Sykes, Sr. and Gladys Colbert, she spent her childhood years and early education there before relocating with her family to Southeastern Virginia. Mildred worked as a maid for many years in...

May 14, 2025

James Alexander Freeman, Jr. passed away on May 14, 2025, at Chesapeake Regional Hospital. He leaves to cherish his memories a host of relative and friends.

A service and burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Albert G. Horton Memorial Veteran's Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk. Family and friends will assemble...

May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025, James E. Williams, 66, made his final moped ride around this amazing world he enjoyed so very much. He rode into the pearly gates of Heaven and said "Yes" to his Lord and Savior.

James, affectionately known as "Sailor Bob," was born on a bright sunny April 28, 1959. From an early age,...

May 8, 2025

Rasheeda Q. Watkins entered eternal rest on May 8, 2025. A funeral service will be held 11:00 am on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake. The viewing will be held from 5 pm until 7pm on Thursday, May 22, 2024 at the funeral home.

You can join the service...