Linda Moore Young
Dec 29, 2013
Chesapeake - Linda Moore Young, 59, of the 600 block Marcus Street departed his life on December 29, 2013. Born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, she was employed at the Norfolk Naval supply Center for 29 years until her retirement. She is survived by her husband, Mack "Jimmy" Young, Jr. of Chesapeake; two sisters, Sandra Dudley of Portsmouth and Eleanor...
Thomas Lee Alexander
Dec 20, 2013
On Friday, December 20, 2013, Thomas Lee Alexander, surrounded by his family, peacefully departed this life. Thomas was born in Chesapeake, VA. He lived at the 100 block of Indian Creek Road in Chesapeake, VA. He worked as a crane operator for 47 years at Kinder Morgan SE Terminals. He served as Chairman of the Deacon Board at New Willow...
Clarence Jenkins, Jr.
Dec 16, 2013
Chesapeake- Mr. Clarence Jenkins Jr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 16, 2013. He was born June 1, 1966 in Norfolk, VA. He grew up in the Wilmund Place section of Chesapeake, VA and was a graduate of Indian River High School. Mr. Jenkins was an employee of Steiner B. Moore Corporation for many years. "Sweets", as he was...
Jannie Benson
Dec 12, 2013
Chesapeake – Jannie Benson, 81, went to her heavenly father on December 12, 2013 at her home. She was born on April 22, 1932 in Windsor, NC. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Rev. Charlie Benson, one son, Larry Benson (Cynthia), one daughter, Constance Benson, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren all of Chesapeake; one sister,...
Jacqueline L. Cardona
Dec 7, 2013
Jacqueline "Jackie" Cardona dearly departed on December 7, 2013. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia to Samuel and Vascella Williams who are both deceased. Jacqueline is survived by her loving husband John Cardona, three loving daughters Tiffany S. Williams, Taquonda N. Cardona and Tychell M. Cardona, 7 grandchildren, 5 sisters and 2 brothers. Viewing will be held Thursday, December 12,...
Mary Elizabeth Sutton
Dec 1, 2013
Chesapeake - Mary Elizabeth Sutton quietly went home to be with the Lord on Sunday. December 1, 2013 at her residence. She was born to the late Sarah Brooks and Aaron Langston. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her stepfather, Norman (Pop) Fleming and her brother, William (Bubba) Brooks. Mary worked as a dietary cook...
Jerome Phillip Perry
Nov 25, 2013
On Monday, November 25, 2013, our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, Jerome Phillip Perry went home to be with the Lord. He was born on July 21, 1963 in Norfolk, Virginia to Rebecca Perry and William Thornton. Jerome is predeceased by his sister, Angela Diggs and his brother, Barry "Donnell" Diggs. He leaves to cherish his memory,...
Erma Leolia Grier Staton
Nov 25, 2013
Chesapeake - Erma Grier Staton (Cookie) departed this life on November 25, 2013. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 3, 2013 at St. Thomas AME Zion Church. Viewing will be held from 12-5pm Sunday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home.
Sherin Ann Shearin
Nov 23, 2013
Norfolk- Sherin Shearin Ph.D,67, passed suddenly and unexpectedly Saturday, November 23, 2013. She was born in the Huntersville section of Norfolk, VA to the late Samuel and Charlotte Avery. Sherin graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and received her bachelors degree from Norfolk State University. She went on to earn a masters degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and returned...
Geneva James Harris
Nov 23, 2013
Chesapeake- Geneva James Harris, 99, passed away peacefully, at her home on November 23, 2013. She was married to the late Eddie Clay Harris. She was preceded in death by her husband and children, Rubena, Katherine, Joeann, Eddie, Lee Ernest, Samuel, George and Jaycee Harris. Geneva was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She is survived...
Theodore Roosevelt Clark, Jr.
Nov 22, 2013
Virginia Beach- Theodore R. Clark, 78, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2013, in Norfolk. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 53 years, Dorothy M. Clark; his children, Joyce Webb, Eric Clark, Victoria Burke, Janet Robinson and Divina Clark; his siblings, Morris Clark, Sylvia Leach; 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends. A...
James P. Swain
Nov 21, 2013
James P. Swain, 78, of the 1200 block of Drayton Road was called home to be with the Lord on November 21, 2013. He was owner and operator of Swain Plastering for over 35 years until his retirement. He was a longtime member of Cathedral of Faith Church Of God In Christ where he served faithfully as a Deacon. He...
Ida Loupenia Mangum Miltier
Nov 9, 2013
Ida Loupenia Mangum Miltier, 89, of Portsmouth, VA, passed from this life to her eternal heavenly home on November 9, 2013. "Penia" ,as she was affectionately called by family and friends, was born August 10, 1924 and educated in Spring Hope, NC to the late John and Mittie E Mangum, she is predeceased by her husband, Joseph T Miltier; two...
Richard Cuthrell Wharton, Sr.
Oct 19, 2013
Chesapeake – Richard Cuthrell Wharton, Sr., 90, of the 200 block of Lincoln Road departed this life on October 19, 2013. Born in North Carolina, he was a brick mason for over 60 years. He was a longtime member of Dome of Canaan Baptist Church. Also, he was a member of the Rangers Hunt Club, and Masonic Lodge 66. He...
Fannie Ella Reid Threet
Oct 13, 2013
Chesapeake - Fannie Ella Reid Threet (Nannie) went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2013 at the age of 98. Born in Durham, North Carolina, she was the eighth born child of the late Rev. Amzie Reid (Gethseme Baptist Church) and Fannie Lowry Reid. Fannie is predeceased by her loving husband, Robert Threet of 51 years....
Peggy Ann Jubilee
Oct 10, 2013
Chesapeake - Peggy Ann Jubilee, 68, of the 4100 block of Wake Ave departed this life October 10, 2013. A funeral service wil be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at New Mt. Olive AME Church, 1953 Campostella Road, Chesapeake. Entombment will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 3-7pm Tuesday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, where the...
Ruth Butler Lee
Sep 26, 2013
Norfolk - Ruth Ofelia Butler-Lee was born in Norfolk, Virginia on October 1, 1929 to Bernard N. Butler and Mildred M. Butler. She departed this life on September 26, 2013. Ruth was a quite, obedient child who grew up in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. She was married at an early age to Floyd A. Lee and out of...
Kenneth Carrington, Sr.
Sep 10, 2013
Virginia Beach - Kenny departed this life on September 10, 2013. He is survived by his wife Inge, three sons, Christian, Kenneth Jr., and Leon, his mother, Maryland, four brothers, two sisters, nephews, nieces, cousins and a host of relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home. A private interment...
Alberta Perkins
Sep 9, 2013
Norfolk - Alberta Perkins, 88, of the 1000 block of Hatton Street was called home to be with the Lord. Born in Norfolk County, she was a private duty nurse for 30 years until her retirement. She was a longtime member of New Hope CCC, where she served as a Deaconess, a nurse, and as a member of many other...
Barbara Ann Rivers
Sep 3, 2013
Norfolk – Barbara Ann Rivers of the 700 block of Halifax Street departed this life on September 3, 2013. Born in Norfolk, she retired from the Chesapeake Public School System. She is predeceased by her daughter, Kimberly, son, Morris and mother Rachel. Survivors include her two daughters, Pamela Johnson of Virginia Beach and Sharon Hazer of Norfolk; two grandchildren, Kimyatta...
