George Lee Higgins Sr.
Nov 29, 2015
Chesapeake - George Lee Higgins Sr. 86, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2015. He was born in Cottage Grove, Alabama on March 27, 1929 to the late Roy G and Viola Higgins. George joined the U.S. Army in 1954 where served in Korea and Vietnam. He also traveled around the U.S. and the world during his...
William Henry Brooks Jr.
Nov 29, 2015
William H. Brooks Jr., 91, passed away November 29th. He is predeceased by his parents William Brooks Sr. and Lillian Brooks, two sisters Estelle Cowell and Sarah Flemming, and one brother Wally Brooks. He is survived by his wife Queen Brooks; three sons William Brooks III, Antoine Cooper and Andre Cooper; one grandson, Kairee Jennings; two nieces Sarah Lawton and...
Annie L. Elliott
Nov 24, 2015
PORTSMOUTH - Annie Laura Martin Elliott 80, a resident of Portsmouth, Virginia, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Sentara Nursing Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, with her family by her side. Annie was the daughter of the late George Edward Martin Jr. and Sarah Boykins Martin of Suffolk, Virginia. Annie was married to the late James Linton Elliott...
Rita Ridley-Cornegay
Oct 27, 2015
Rita Ridley-Cornegay 58, of Chesapeake, Virginia, transitioned to her new home in Heaven on October 27, 2015. Rita is survived by her loving husband John Keith; her sons, Cameron David Cornegay; Jeremy Ryan Wilson; Christopher Wilson; and Will Wilson, Jr; and her faithful rescue companions, Baloo & Nyla; her nieces, Ruthie Stony Bates-Patrick, Robyn Elise Stoney and Shonte Torrae Ridley;...
Rev. Casandia Gallman-Kemp
Oct 26, 2015
Rev. Casandia Gallman-Kemp was called home to be with the Lord on October 26, 2015. She was the beloved mother of Michael, Cordero, Brandon and Xzavier. Viewing will be Friday from 3pm-7pm at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake. A Home going service will be held 12 pm Saturday at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, 4636 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach....
James "Frankie" Bell
Oct 24, 2015
James "Frankie" Bell, 66, of Chesapeake, Virginia peacefully passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Born in Norfolk, VA, he was the son of James Bell and Dorothy Stewart. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 33 years, Gwendolyn A. Bell; his two daughters, Sherrie and Jamie Bell; his loving grandson, Jay Bell; one brother, Thomas Bell; three...
Shiela Ann Walston
Oct 13, 2015
Shiela Ann Walston, 51, of Chesapeake, Va., died on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. Shiela was born to Mamie Jackson in Chicago on February 25, 1964. She graduated from Jones Commercial High School. Sometime after graduation she enrolled in the Navy and moved to Rhode Island. She gave birth to two daughters, Tashana and Tamara. During her time in the Navy...
Carlotta Brewer Grinage
Oct 12, 2015
Carlotta Brewer Grinage was called home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2015. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia on January 29, 1949. She was the third child of Marion and Oner Brewer. Carlotta's 36 year career with the federal government allowed her to serve many agencies in a variety of positions in the human resources arena. She...
Andrew Lindsay Sr.
Oct 9, 2015
Mr. Andrew Lindsey Sr., was born and raised in Cullen, Virginia. He raised his family in New Jersey, and after retiring he moved to the Hampton roads area because his wife loved the beaches. He was a man who honored his country and loved serving in the U.S. States Army. Germany was his favorite place! Mr. Lindsay also retired from...
Gregory Wendell Mccoy
Oct 9, 2015
Norfolk - Gregory Wendell McCoy departed this life on October 9, 2015. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church. Viewing will be Friday from 3-6pm at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 7-9pm Friday at Holland House, 721 Chimney Hill Parkway in Virginia Beach.
Calvin Lathan Brown
Oct 4, 2015
On Sunday, October 4, 2015, Calvin "Ricky" Lathan Brown, entered into eternal life after a long battle with illness. He was surrounded and supported by his loving family. Calvin was born on February 18, 1954 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Henry Lathan and Carrie Elizabeth Brown. He is predeceased by a brother, Bobby Brown of Staunton, Virginia. Calvin grew...
Odessa Privott Brinkley
Sep 19, 2015
Chesapeake - Odessa Privott Brinkley, 93, died Saturday, September 19, 2015 at home surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Leroy Brinkley; sons, Trafton and Quentin (Lillian) Brinkley; sister, Ruth Overton; grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, from 3-7 pm on Tuesday,...
Georgianna Gibbs
Aug 11, 2015
Mrs. Georgianna Gibbs, 94, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ardissa and Lee Wilson; husband, Warner Gibbs, Sr.; two sons, James L. Nixon and Ronnie Gibbs, and a grandson. She leaves to cherish her memories, a daughter, Cecelia Cuffee; three sons, Cecil Nixon, Dennis Nixon and Warner Gibbs, Jr.;...
Jannetta F. Ford
Aug 11, 2015
Jannetta Freeman Ford, 69, departed this life Tuesday, August 11, 2015. Viewing will be held Friday from 9:00 am until 11:30 am at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, followed by the memorial service which will be held 12 noon at Shekinah Kingdom Church, 149 Business Park Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. There will be no viewing at the church.
Myra Inez Freeman
Aug 10, 2015
Myra Inez Freeman, 46, departed this life on Monday, August 11, 2015. Viewing will be held Friday from 9:00 am until 11:30 am at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, followed by the memorial service which will be held 12 noon at Shekinah Kingdom Church, 149 Business Park Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. There will be no viewing at the...
Mary G. Williams
Aug 8, 2015
Mary G. Williams, 98, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 8, 2015. A funeral service will be held 12 noon Saturday at First Baptist Church Crestwood. Viewing will be held from 4-7pm Friday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.
Emma Amelia Dixon
Aug 8, 2015
Mrs. Emma Amelia Dixon was called by God in His Divine Wisdom from labor unto reward on August 8, 2015 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center in Chesapeake, Virginia. A funeral service will be held 2pm Saturday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.
Larry Clark
Aug 4, 2015
Larry Clark, 55, of the 2700 block of Omar Street was a native of Norfolk, VA. He passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 surrounded by his wife and daughter. He is survived by his wife Janice Clark; three children and one stepson, Tiona Clark, Latasha Matthews, Dominique Matthews and Tion Ashby; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild...
Rodney L. Massey, Sr.
Aug 1, 2015
Rodney L. Massey, Sr., 55, passed away August 1, 2015 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Delphina Massey; 2 children, Rodney Massey, Jr. and Darlene Massey; 2 grandchildren; his mother, Sylvia Massey, all of Chesapeake; and 9 siblings: Rhonda M. Dozier (Christopher) and Kirk Lewis (Angela) of Virginia Beach, Roy Massey, Jr. (Madre) of...
Babara Jean Mccleese
Aug 1, 2015
On Saturday, August 1. 2015, Barbara Jean McCleese received her heavenly wings. Barbara was born on January 12, 1939 to the late Ora Dunbar Hawkins and Luther McCleese. She was predeceased by three brother and three sisters. Barbara accepted Jesus as her personal Lord and Savior. She was kind hearted and loved to cook for her family and friends. Barbra...
