Annie Baldwin Staley
Jul 21, 2013
Chesapeake – Annie Baldwin Staley of the 400 block of Clemson Avenue departed this life on July 21, 2013. Born in Chatman County, North Carolina, she was a seamstress until her retirement. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Atlas Staley. Survivors include her daughter, Dr. Dorothy Burnett of Chesapeake; one uncle, Rev. Peter Bell (Alice); five sisters-in-law,...
Juanita S. Williams
Jul 13, 2013
Juanita S. Williams, 85, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2013. She was a native of Charlotte County, Virginia, born to the late Alonzo Staten and Nannie Johnson on April 4, 1928. She was an employee of Guille Steel for over ten years and served as a cook at Christopher Hall nursing home for over 15 years. Mrs. Williams was...
Mildred D. Webster
Jul 6, 2013
Mildred D. Webster, 86, of the 4000 block of Williamson Street was called home to be with the Lord on July 6, 2013. She was a member of the New Mt. Zion Church of God Holiness . She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Simon D. Webster, and her eldest daughter, Regina W. Jackson. Survivors include four daughters:...
Shirley E. Gladdney
Jul 6, 2013
Shirley E. Gladdney of the 3300 block of Loam Street departed this life July 6, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband, Eddie Gladdney. Survivors include two daughters, Inez White (Johnnie) of Norfolk, and Lisa Smith (Thomas) of Suffolk, two sisters, two brothers, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m....
Earnest Lee Morris
Jul 5, 2013
Earnest L. Morris (Slick Moe) was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 5. Earnest retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad and was a member of First Baptist Church Berkley. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Delois Morris; three daughters Lisa Morris, Stephanie Moore (Ralph) and Rita Pierce; a sister Christine Newby; six grandchildren and a...
Lorraine Pinkney Freeman
Jul 2, 2013
Chesapeake – Lorraine Pinkney Freeman, 78, of the 2400 block of Crown Ct. departed this life July 2, 2013. She was employed at Newport News Shipyard for over 10 years until her retirement. She is predeceased by her husband, Archie "Bud" Freeman. Survivors include her daughter, Felicia F. White (Colovita) of N.C.; one son, Robert Bruce Freeman (Beverly) of Chesapeake,...
Agenora M. Freeman
Jul 1, 2013
Chesapeake- Agenora M. Freeman "Mrs. Sweets" - On July 1, 2013 Agenora M. Freeman surrounded by her family, passed into eternal peace. She worked at Norfolk Naval Air Station (civil service) for almost 20 years until she became ill and was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Edgar Freeman Sr. She leaves to...
Henry Clarence Savage, Jr.
Jul 1, 2013
Chesapeake – Henry Clarence Savage, "Butch", 64, of the 500 block of Rue Marselle departed this life July 1, 2013. Born in Norfolk, he was employed with the Arm Services. He is survived one daughter; one son; his mother, Vedes Clark of Chesapeake; two sisters, Patricia Grier and Gaynell Fountain of Chesapeake; one brother, Gerald L. Savage (Lillie) of Chesapeake;...
Horace Clinton Lucas, Sr.
Jun 26, 2013
Norfolk-Horace Clinton Lucas Sr., 85, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. He was born in Norfolk, VA and was a member of St. Thomas AMEZ Church, Norfolk. He was predeceased by two daughters, Janice Lucas and Patrice Davis. He survived by his wife of 68 years, Beaudell Lucas; eight children, Horace Jr. (Malissa), Brenda Vaughn (Ollie), Sandra...
Lionel Barrymore Clark
Jun 25, 2013
Chesapeake – Lionel Barrymore Clark, 76, of the 2400 block of Crown Ct was called home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2013. Born in Norfolk, he was a retiree, and an entrepreneur. He owned and operated L.B. Clark Company for 13 years. He was a longtime member of St. Thomas A.M.E. Zion Church. He is survived by...
Mary Frances Butler
Jun 24, 2013
Mother Mary F. Butler, 92, went home to be with The Lord on Monday, June 24,2013. She was born September 1, 1920 to the late Louis and Mary Anthony in Norfolk County. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church South Hill where she served as a Deaconess, Missionary and one of the Mothers of the church. Mary was...
Mary Elizabeth Freeman
Jun 22, 2013
Mary Elizabeth Simpson Freeman, 104, was called to be with the lord on June 22, 2013. She was a long time member of First Baptist Church, Berkley and is survived by several relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held 11 AM Wednesday, July 3rd at First Baptist Church, Berkley. Interment will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will...
Ronald Eugene Nixon
Jun 19, 2013
Chesapeake – Ronald Eugene Nixon, 53, of the 2100 block of Ballahack Road departed this life, June 19, 2013 at the VA Hospital in Hampton. Born in Chesapeake, he was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. He is predeceased by his father, George S. Nixon. Survivors include his mother, Emma V. Nixon, one sister, Jennifer Dixon (David); four brothers, Don...
Queenie Deloris Jones
Jun 7, 2013
Chesapeake – Queenie D. Jones, a native of Chesapeake, left for her eternal resting place on June 7, 2013, surrounded by her family and friends. Born July 4, 1951 to Milton and Annie Mae Norman, she was employed by the City of Chesapeake for more than 20 years in the Environmental Service Department. She leaves to cherish her memory, two...
Linzy Billups
Jun 3, 2013
Brooklyn, New York - Linzy Billups, 55, departed this life June 3, 2013. A graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake are in charge of arrangements.
Marshall Vann Brooks, Sr.
Jun 1, 2013
Marshall V. Brooks, Sr., 65, peacefully passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013 in Norfolk, VA. He is survived by his wife, Gardenia Brooks; five children, Feleacer Wilmer (Ronald), Joyce Brooks, Marshall Brooks, Jr., Marcus Brooks (Sharisse) and Marlin Brooks; four sisters, Betty Bussell, Barbara Brown (Don), Lendora Alexander, and Linda Gamble (Alonzo); two brothers, Dennis J. Brooks and Daniel Brooks...
Albert Griffin, Sr.
May 23, 2013
CHESAPEAKE - Albert Griffin, Sr. of the 500 block of Fernwood Farms Road departed this life May 23, 2013. Born in Norfolk County, he was employed at Norfolk Rework Facility until his retirement. He is predeceased by his wife, Viola Griffin and his son, Frederick Griffin. Survivors include a daughter, Veron-ica Tutwiler (Theodore) of Norfolk; son, Albert Griffin Jr. (Margie)...
Bobbie William Mccann
May 20, 2013
Chesapeake- Deacon Bobbie W. McCann, 79, went home to be with the Lord, Monday May 20th. Bobbie was born in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Linwood and Rosa McCann. He was known for using his voice to up lift the name of the Lord; an emeritus member of the Voices of Norfolk. He was a member of New Hope C.C.C....
Willie Mae Hankins
May 13, 2013
Willie Mae Hankins of 47000 block of Darkhollow Falls Ter departed this life May 13, 2013. Born in North Carolina, she was predeceased by her husband, Woodrow Wilson Hankins. She is survived by her daughter, Belinda A. Hankins of Sterling, Virginia; a son, Richard Pitts of Hampton, Virginia, and a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A funeral service...
Cleveland Henderson Willliams, Sr.
May 7, 2013
Chesapeake - Mr. Cleveland H. Williams, Sr. of the 1900 block of Robert Hall Blvd. departed this life on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at his home. He was born on October 3, 1939 to Mrs. Mary G. Williams and the late Mr. Raymond H. Williams Sr. He was predeceased by his daughter, Patsy Williams, father, Raymond H. Williams Sr., sister,...
