Obituaries

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Nelson C. Holloman

Nelson C. Holloman

Jan 10, 2022

On Monday January 10, 2022, God sent angels down to The Gardens at Warwick Forest in Newport News, Virginia to honor our father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great grandfather Nelson C. Holloman with his wings. Nelson was born to Ralph and Maggie Holloman on February 17, 1947. He attended Isle of Wight public Schools and graduated in 1966. Straight out...

Mary Payne

Mary Payne

Jan 7, 2022

Mary Ann Payne, our beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, went home to be with the Lord January 7, 2022. She passed peacefully at home, in Suffolk, VA, surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was born July 19, 1955 in Suffolk, VA. She was the daughter of Consyvilla Parker Payne and the late Arcelious Payne. Mary accepted Jesus...

Doris A-Jenkins Sykes

Doris A-Jenkins Sykes

Jan 7, 2022

Doris A-Jenkins Sykes transitioned from this life on Friday, January 07, 2022 in Suffolk. A Celebration of Life Service will be private. Please keep the Jenkins-Sykes family in your prayers.

Lorne S. Faltz

Lorne S. Faltz

Jan 6, 2022

Lorne S. Faltz, 55, transitioned from this life on Thursday, January 06, 2022 at his residence in Hampton, Virginia. Lorne S. Faltz “Bae Bae” was born September 27, 1966, in Suffolk, VA, the eleventh of thirteen children. Lorne was preceded in death by his parents Joseph A. Faltz Sr and Betsy R. Hillard Faltz along with his father-in-law Zelna H....

Annie Cotton Shivers

Annie Cotton Shivers

Jan 4, 2022

Annie Mae Shivers affectionately known as “sister”, entered eternal rest with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday January 4, 2022. She peacefully departed from us at the Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia. She spent her last hours surrounded by her loving family. Annie was born in Isle of Wight County Virginia on November 25, 1939 to the late Wylie and...

Ricky Outland

Ricky Outland

Jan 1, 2022

On January 1, 2022, God sent the Angel to come and carry Ricky “Hot Dog” Outland home. A Father, Brother, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle, and Friend was who he was to us.

Hot Dog worked at Smithfield Packing for over 30 years. When he wasn’t working, he spent his days riding his motorcycle or cleaning his beloved car. Hot Dog...

Marcus Durand Mitchell

Marcus Durand Mitchell

Dec 26, 2021

Marcus Durand Mitchell 37, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Hurley Medical Center, Flint, Michigan. Marcus Durand Mitchell was born August 16, 1984 in Flint, Michigan, the son of Deborah Livermon and Marvetus Mitchell. Marcus attended Flint Public Schools and graduated from Flint Northern High School in 2002. He also attended Mott College where he graduated with an Associate...

James Walton, Sr.

James Walton, Sr.

Dec 25, 2021

Mr. James Walton, Sr., 87, transitioned from this earthly journey on Saturday, December 25, 2021 at his residence.

He was born to his parents Qubil Walton and Fannie Jordan Wilmer in the Driver section of Suffolk, VA on August 30, 1934. He was raised by his grandmother Mrs. Liddie Jordan after the death of his mother when he was...

Ronnie G. Newsome

Ronnie G. Newsome

Dec 23, 2021

Ronnie G. Newsome transitioned from this life on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at his residence. He was born Dec. 21, 1954, to the late Willie Newsome and Thelma Newsome Glover. Ronnie was a 1973 graduate of John Yeates High School. He was a former employee at Gwaltney of Smithfield. Ronnie was preceded in death by a brother, Bernest Newsome Sr.;...

George Waverly Blow, Jr

George Waverly Blow, Jr

Dec 22, 2021

On Tuesday, December 21, 2021, George Waverly Blow, Jr., age 79, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away at his home. George is the son of the late George Waverly and Frances Diggs Blow. George was raised in Southampton County and later moved to Isle Wight County. He was preceded in death by his parents: George W. Blow Sr. and Frances D....

Earnesteen McDonald Finney

Earnesteen McDonald Finney

Dec 22, 2021

Earnesteen McDonald Finney, affectionately known as “Teeny Man” and “Ernie”, went to be with the Lord early Wednesday morning, December 22, 2021 at Penn State Medical Center in Hershey, PA after having battling cancer for a number of years. Earnest was the youngest of seven children born on March 20, 1952 to the late Solomon Bernest Finney and Eva Virginia...

Eunice Vivian Holmes

Eunice Vivian Holmes

Dec 20, 2021

Eunice Vivian Holmes transitioned from this life on Monday, December 20, 2021 at her residence in Smithfield, Virginia. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am on Monday, December 27, 2021 at First Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Viewing will take place from 2-4pm on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the chapel. Please keep the Holmes family in your prayers....

Lester Charles Judkins

Lester Charles Judkins

Dec 17, 2021

Mr. Lester Charles Judkins was born on September 30, 1949 to the late David O. Judkins, Sr. and Frances H. Judkins in Surry County, Virginia. On Friday, December 17, 2021, our beloved Lester entered eternal rest and peace at Riverside Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Lee Bell Judkins and brother Otis T. Judkins....

Shanice Clary

Shanice Clary

Dec 15, 2021

Shanice Clary transitioned from this life on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later time. Please keep the Clary family in your praye

Clarence E. Perry

Clarence E. Perry

Dec 10, 2021

Clarence Edward Perry passed away at his home on Friday, December 10, 2021 with his wife Shealler and their niece Angela by his side. He was born on December 4, 1942, to the late V. Irene and Clarence O. Perry. Clarence received his formal education in the Washington, D.C. School District and graduated from McKinley Tech High School in 1960....

Brandon Jade Herring

Brandon Jade Herring

Dec 9, 2021

Brandon Jade Herring transitioned from this life on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Riverside Regional Medical Center.

Funeral Services are pending and will be announced at a later date. Please keep the Herring family in your thoughts and prayers.

Irene Allmond

Irene Allmond

Dec 2, 2021

Irene Allmond transitioned from this life on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at her residence. Funeral Services will be private. Please keep the Allmond family in your thoughts and prayers.

James William Oliver, Sr.

James William Oliver, Sr.

Nov 29, 2021

James William Oliver Sr., 85, was born on June 18, 1936 in Dillion, SC and passed peacefully in his sleep at home on November 29, 2021.

Bro. Oliver was preceded in his passing by his parents James and Minnie Bethea Oliver; his wife Hattie Oliver, and two siblings Claywood Oliver and Arnita Williams.

Bro. Oliver graduated from I.C....

Gladys Johnson Thomas

Gladys Johnson Thomas

Nov 27, 2021

Gladys Marie Johnson Thomas 78, transitioned from this life on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her residence. Also known as GT, Mrs. G and Grandma was born on July 5th, 1943 to the late Wilson and Ella Mae Johnson. On Saturday, November 27th, 2021 our dear strong mother, sister, auntie, grandmother, cousin and friend went home to be with her...

Evelyn C. Greene

Evelyn C. Greene

Nov 26, 2021

Evelyn C. “Teen” Greene, 69, of Smithfield, VA entered into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, November 26, 2021. Teen was born to the late Wallace M. Greene, Sr. and the late Thelma Diggs Greene on May 24, 1952. She graduated from Smithfield High School in 1970. After high school, Teen worked for General Electric in Portsmouth for sixteen...