obituaries

Jul 28, 2024

Eric E. Jackson departed this life on July 28, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio after a lengthy illness. He was born on August 30, 1948 to Ernest Jackson and Melba Long Jackson.

Eric is survived by his wife Karen Jackson, son Cory Jackson, granddaughter Brianna Bethea, four brothers Donald J (LaGail) of Richmond, Virginia, Ronald T. of Chesapeake,...

Jul 21, 2024

Patricia Ann Smith entered eternal rest July 21, 2024. A memorial service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Prertlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.

Jul 6, 2024

Our Clementine D. Hockaday slept peacefully as God quietly removed her from her pain, the troubles of the world and our lives on Saturday, July 6, 2024. She was much loved as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and great aunt. There will forever be a void in our lives and she will be missed tremendously.

Clementine...

Jul 3, 2024

Geraldine Helen Hayes was called to rest with the Lord in the early hours of July 3, 2024. She was born in Norfolk VA to James and Mable Delk on August 18,1929. She migrated to New York City in 1955. Geraldine was saved and dedicated to the Antioch Church of God in Christ under the auspices of Bishop William...

Jun 15, 2024

Iris Cell Debrow was called into the eternal embrace of rest on June 15, 2024. Iris was born, September 26, 1952, in Norfolk County to the late Neomi Reid and Matthew Gilliam, believers in Christ, enjoyment and music. She is survived by her husband, Richard Debrow. Iris was a sister to Joe and Rose Reid, now accompanying them in...

Jun 2, 2024

Anthony Lee Jamison was born on January 18, 1957, in Norfolk Virginia, to the late Uris Lee Jamison. He was called home on June 2, 2024, at Wake Medical Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina surrounded by family and friends.

Anthony leaves to cherish his memories, his mother Ruth Virginia Williams of Raleigh, NC, three sisters Angeline Rowell...

May 25, 2024

Stanley Kelvin Williams was born on August 4, 1957, in Easton, PA to Dorothy R. Williams and the late Levy Alvin, his father. Stanley was called to glory of peace on May 25, 2024. He was loved by everyone and anyone who knew him. He never had a bad word for anyone. He loved people and talking about the...

May 19, 2024

Wilhelmina Lavonia Walker as called home to be with the Lord May 19, 2024 in Maryland. Affectionately known as Mina, she was born  on March 31, 1965, in Bltimore, Maryland, to the late Olivia Butts and J. Smallwood.

She is survived by her husband Peter of St, Catherine, Jamacia, and her brother Richard Butts of New York....

May 12, 2024

Emmett Edward Jefferson Jr departed this life peacefully on May 12, 2024, in Wyoming, Michigan. Born to the late Edna Burks and Emmett Edward Jefferson Jr. on September 14, 1941, in Benoit, Mississippi, he went on to live a remarkable life. Affectionately known as Bay Brother as a child, he was predeceased by siblings Arthur Hinkgaines, Louise Burks, Cornell...

May 10, 2024

Clinton Clay Harris departed this life on May 10, 2024. A funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, May 24, 2024 at Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Temple, 3100 Butternut Drive, Hampton. Viewing will be held from 5pm until 7pm Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.

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May 6, 2024

Our beloved Lena Mae Cowan was born April 26, 1956 to Mildred Elliott and Eddie Holmes, Sr., in Norfolk, Virginia. On Monday, May 6, 2024, our family circle was broken when she peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was educated in North Carolina. Lena later became a homemaker and a housewife. She loved enjpyong nice weather,...

May 6, 2024

Wilbert Edison entered eternal rest on May 6, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Lee's Chapel AME Church, 1036 Bells Mill Road, Chesapeake, VA. Viewing will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.

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Apr 28, 2024

Joyce Ann Owens peacefully entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Norfolk, Virginia.  Born June 1, 1951, in Roper, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Linwood and Annie Webb. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Owens.

She is survived by her sons, Alphonso Webb, Shawn Lane, and Robert Jones; stepson, Demetrius...

Apr 24, 2024

Ernest Lee Royster peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 24, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 5:00pm on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.

You can join the service livestream at 5:00pm on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons

Apr 24, 2024

On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, Rosa Mae Lawrence, 90, was called peacefully into eternal rest. She was born on May 2, 1933, in North Carolina. Rosa was employed as a housekeeper for over 30 years until her retirement.

Rosa loved to shop at the thrift store or what she like to call it "the junkyard." She enjoyed...

Apr 23, 2024

Sandra Boyd Manuel peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 23, 2024. The viewing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at St. Thomas AME Zion Church, 1400 Melon Street, Norfolk, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.

You can join the service livestream at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2024,...

Apr 21, 2024

Alice M. Lennon passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2024.

Viewing will be held at 5:00pm followed by the homegoing service at 5:30pm on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Prelow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.

You can join the service livestream at 5:30pm on Friday, April 26, 2024, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons

Apr 9, 2024

William A. Chasten, Sr., peacefully went home to be with the Lord April 9, 2024. He is survived by his wife Dr. Muriel H. Chasten, one granddaughter Ann Chasten, two sisters-in-law Naomi Holmes and Clara Simpson, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April...

Apr 8, 2024

Edward Augustus Hubbard passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Viewing will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, May 3, 2024 followed by the funeral service at 3:00 pm at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.

You can join the service livestream at 3:00 pm on Friday, May 3, 2024, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons

Apr 5, 2024

Richard Artelia Griffin, Jr. (82), affectionately known as Teeny, peacefully transitioned from earth to glory on Friday, April 5, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife, Pattie L. Griffin; granddaughter, Precilla R. Griffin; parents, Louise and Richard A. Griffin, Sr.; and brother, Meredith L. Griffin. Richard is survived by his son, Richard A. Griffin III (Regina); daughter, Patrice L....