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Elmo Theodore Moseley, Jr.

Elmo Theodore Moseley, Jr.

Oct 25, 2007

Chesapeake - Elmo T. "Yale" Moseley Jr. 66, of Chesapeake died unexpectedly on Thursday afternoon, October 25, 2007 at Chesapeake General Hospital. Yale was born in Chesapeake, to the late Reverend Elmo T. Moseley Sr. and Rosetta Lee Moseley on October 5, 1941. He attained his B.A. in Industrial Arts & Physics from Hampton Institute. During his life, Mr. Moseley...

Carlyse Jenovia Casey

Carlyse Jenovia Casey

Oct 23, 2007

Norfolk - Carlyse Wilson Casey, 79, was called home to be with the Lord after a long illness on Tuesday, October 23, 2007. A native of Norfolk, she was born to the late Cornelius and Mary Emma Wilson. She was a lifelong member of St. Mark United Church of Christ. She retired from the Norfolk Naval Supply Center. Carlyse leaves...

Rosa A. Forrest

Rosa A. Forrest

Oct 20, 2007

Chesapeake - Rosa A. Forrest, 70, departed this life October 20, 2007. She retired from Portsmouth General Hospital as a ward secretary, a member of the Truxton Chapter No. 63 Eastern Star, and a founding member and church clerk of FFCBC, Portsmouth. Her survivors include her husband, James E. Forrest; daughters, Connie McDonald (James) and Valerie Garrett (David); four grandchildren...

Annie M. Vaughan

Annie M. Vaughan

Oct 19, 2007

Norfolk - Annie Vaughan, affectionately known as "Big Mama" of the 1100 block of Craig Street departed this life Friday, October 19, 2007, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital surrounded by family. Born June 10, 1924 in Greenville, North Carolina, she was a longtime resident of Norfolk, and the daughter of the late Rosetta and Juius Moore. She was a loving...

Joseph Sidney Johnson

Joseph Sidney Johnson

Oct 18, 2007

Chesapeake - Joseph Sidney Johnson, 69, of the 1400 block of Whittamore Road, our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend entered into Paradise on October 18, 2007. Born in Louisburg, North Carolina,  August 11, 1939, he was the son of the late Gladys Alston and Dalton Johnson.Joe was a lifelong resident of Chesapeake and Norfolk. He was educated...

Francine Walker Riddick

Francine Walker Riddick

Oct 15, 2007

Norfolk - Mrs. Francine Walker Riddick departed this life October 15, 2007 at 3:55 a.m. at Sentara Norfolk, General Hospital. She leaves to cherish her memory one sister, Anna Fuller Harris of Norfolk; six children, Phyllis Myers of Philadelphia, Frances Riddick of Chesapeake, Ronald Riddick (Elsie) of Philadelphia, Donnell Riddick of Norfolk, Lakeisha Coward of Philadelphia, and Kyell Riddick of...

Alex Mahone

Alex Mahone

Oct 15, 2007

Chesapeake - Alex Mahone, 83, of the 1200 block of Great Bridge Blvd., was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 15, 2007. Born in Cromona, Kentucky, he was employed over 30 years with Merchant Trucking Company until his retirement. He was a member of First Baptist Crestwood where he served on the Usher Board, and a  ...

Earle H. Williams

Earle H. Williams

Oct 9, 2007

Norfolk - Mrs. Earle Harris Williams, 88, departed this life on October 9, 2007. Born in Norfolk, she was the daughter of the late Reverend Robert L. Harris and Mattie Coston Harris. Earle was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert L. Harris and William (Bill) Harris. A graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Virginia Union University, Mrs....

Mary Jenkins Spellman

Mary Jenkins Spellman

Oct 8, 2007

Chesapeake - Mary Jenkins Spellman, 97, passed away peacefully October 8, 2007, in Autumn Care. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, she was the widow of Robert Spellman. She was a lifelong member of First Trinity AME Church. Mary is survived by her only daughter, Shirley L. Robertson and her only grandson, Keith Robertson (Linda); three great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and a...

Ayanna Alexis Williams

Ayanna Alexis Williams

Oct 6, 2007

Chesapeake - Ayanna Alexis Williams of the 2900 block of Elbryne Drive died October 6, 2007. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake is in charge of arrangements.

Theodora Robin Norvell

Theodora Robin Norvell

Oct 5, 2007

Petersburg- Theodora Robin Norvell, 38, of the 3700 block of Ferndale Circle departed this life October 5, 2007. She is survived by her husband, Larry Norvell of Petersburg; two daughters, Shana Norvell of Chesapeake and Rose Norvell of Petersburg; one son, Larry Norvell, Jr. of Petersburg, one granddaughter, Christina Steele of Chesapeake; father, William McKenney, stepmother, Irene McKenney and mother-in-law,...

Willie Leon Gilliam

Willie Leon Gilliam

Oct 5, 2007

Norfolk- Willie Leon Gilliam, 82, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,  in the early hours of the morning, on October 5, 2007.  During his early years, he was employed in the field of building construction, later working for S.L. Nausbaum, Co. He retired after 20 years of loyal service.He was born in...

Antoinette D. Williams

Antoinette D. Williams

Oct 4, 2007

Chesapeake - Antoinette D. Williams, 71, formerly of the 2900 block of Doris Avenue departed this life October 4, 2007. Born in Richmond, Virginia, she was employed at the Naval Supply Center for over 30 years until her retirement. She was a member of Basilica of St. Mary's of the Immaculate Conception. She is predeceased by her husband, Rudolph Williams....

James Christopher Williams

James Christopher Williams

Oct 4, 2007

Chesapeake - James Christopher Williams of the 2900 block of Elbryne Drive died October 4, 2007. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake is in charge of arrangements.

Addie Pearl Greene

Addie Pearl Greene

Sep 22, 2007

Chesapeake - Addie Pearl Greene, 81, of the 300 block of Dexter Street was called home to be with the Lord September 22, 2007. She was a member of the United Order of Tents. She was predeceased by her husband, Major J. Greene, Sr. and son, Major J. Greene, Jr. Survivors include two daughters, Ada Fuller (Simeon) and Subrina Napoleon...

Judy Laverne Allen-Robinson

Judy Laverne Allen-Robinson

Sep 16, 2007

Portsmouth - Judy Laverne Allen-Robinson, affectionately called "Bamp", 42, of the 2500 block of Oakleaf Place was called home to rest September 16, 2007. Born in Norfolk, she was a member of Olive Grove Baptist Church. She is predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Eula Allen; and brother, Henry Bright. Survivors include her husband, Demetrius L. Robinson of Portsmouth; son,...

Johnetta O'Neal

Johnetta O'Neal

Sep 15, 2007

Portsmouth - Johnetta O'Neal, 89, of the 100 block of Allard Drive departed this life September 15, 2007. A native of Portsmouth, she was employed with Portsmouth General Hospital for over 40 years until her retirement. She was a member of Triumph Church of God in Christ where she was the mother of the church. She is predeceased by her...

Marques J. Nance

Marques J. Nance

Sep 11, 2007

Norfolk - Marques J. Nance, 23, of the 3300 block of Dominion Avenue quietly departed this life Tuesday, September 11, 2007 in his home.  Born in Suffolk, he was baptized at an early age and fellowshipped with the Chapel Grove United Church of Christ. He attended IOW County Public schools and graduated from Lake Taylor High. He is survived by...

Celestine Winfield Holmes

Celestine Winfield Holmes

Sep 10, 2007

Norfolk - Mrs. Celestine Winfield Holmes, 84, of the 900 Block of E. Liberty Street went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2007 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Anne Winfield and Vivian L. (Bootsie) Russell; four grandchildren, Michelle Russell, Stacey Russell, Courney Corum, and Corey Corum, and a host of...

Essie Mae Alexander

Essie Mae Alexander

Sep 10, 2007

Chesapeake - Essie Mae Alexander, 92, of the 1000 block of Alexander Lane was called home to be with the Lord, September 10, 2007. Born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, she was a seamstress for over 50 years. She was a former member of Mt. Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church, Bells Mill Road, for over 80 years, where she was a...

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