Recent Obituaries
Sonjia Ann Moore
Jul 2, 2019
Sonjia Ann Moore
"Yang"
Sonjia Ann Moore passed away on July 2, 2019 at her residence in Suffolk, VA at the age of 67. She was born in Nansemond County on March 20, 1952 and resided in Suffolk, Virginia. Sonjia was a faithful and active member of Solomon's Temple Church where she served on many ministries.
She was predeceased by...
Mary Johnson Chappell
Jun 26, 2019
Mary Johnson Chappell of Barrett Town Road Zuni, Virginia entered into the eternal arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 12:11 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019. She was preceded in death by her mother Daisy Faulk Johnson. She leaves to cherish her memories her devoted husband, Charles E. Chappell, her father William W. Johnson, Sr., sisters Rachel Osborne...
George Smith, Jr.
Jun 23, 2019
Deacon George Smith, of Jersey City, New Jersey Jr. transitioned from this life Sunday June 23, 2019. Deacon Smith was the beloved husband of the late Edith R. Smith. Treasuring his memory are his children Rufus (Marilyn) Smith, Ronnie (Laverne) Smith and George T. (Stephanie) Smith, III,;His Brothers, Benjamin and William T. Smith. His 10 Grandchildren, host of Great-grands, Great-great...
Annette B. Ashby
Jun 20, 2019
"I have fought a good fight, and I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 On Thursday, June 20, 2019, God in his infinite wisdom called our beloved Annette S. Blowe Ashby from labor to reward after a lengthy illness. Annette was born October 17, 1936 and was a lifelong resident of Isle of Wight...
Ann E. Robinson
Jun 3, 2019
Ann E. Robinson transitioned from this life Monday June 3, at her residence.Burial Date June 10, 2019
A Celebration of Life service will be held Monday, June 10 at 1:00 PM at Brown's AME Church. Viewing will take place Sunday, June 9, 2019 from 2-5 PM at the Chapel. Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.
LaRosa Nichols Thomas
May 30, 2019
LaRosa Louise Nichols Thomas "I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for this appearing." 2...
Bernice Parson Rochester
May 24, 2019
Bernice Parson Rochester Transitioned from this life Friday May 24, 2019 in New Jersey. Viewing will take place Saturday June 1, 2019 at 10:00 AM. A Celebration of Life Service will follow immediately at 11:00 AM at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.Burial Date June 1, 2019
Viewing will take place Saturday June 1, 2019 at 10:00 AM....
Calvin F. Evans
May 23, 2019
Calvin F. Evans transitioned from this life on Thursday May 23, 2019. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am Friday May 31, 2019 at Cypress Baptist Church849 Runnymeade Rd. Elberon, VA 23846. Viewing will take place Thursday May 30, 2019 from 4-7pm at the Chapel. Professional Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.Burial Date May 31, 2019
A Celebration of...
Rosa L. Bernard
May 21, 2019
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7 -8 (NIV)...
Lewarren Edwin Burrell
May 12, 2019
Lewarren Burrell, known as "Batman or "Bat"" unexpectedly entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 12, 2019. He was a resident of Smithfield, Virginia, and was born November 14, 1964 in Suffolk, Virginia. Batman attended Smithfield High School and was currently employed by Smithfield North, and has worked on the "Cut Floor" for 14 years. Prior to this employment, he...
Aubrey Eaton, Jr.
May 9, 2019
Aubrey Eaton, Jr. transitioned from this life Thursday May 9, 2019 at Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk, VA. Aubrey Lee Eaton, Jr. 59, was born June 2, 1959 to the late Aubrey Lee Eaton Sr. and Virgina Lee Waters. He attended public schools in Suffolk and Isle of Wight county completing at Windsor High School. He was employed with Kirk Lumber...
Rufus T. Edwards, Sr.
May 9, 2019
On May 9, 2019, Rufus Theordore Edwards, Sr. moved to his new home in heaven prepared for him by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was escorted to heaven at approximately 5:30 PM from his earthly home of 33 years in Windsor, VA. He was with family at the time of his transition.
On April 16, 1929, Rufus was...
Eunice P. Savage
May 2, 2019
Eunice Poole Savage transitioned from this life Tuesday May 2, 2019 at her residence. A Celebration of Life Graveside will be held 2pm Wednesday May 8, 2019 at New Bethany UCC Smithfield, Va. There will be NO public viewing. Professional services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.A Celebration of Life Graveside will be held 2pm Wednesday May 8, 2019 at New...
Vanessa Pierce Allmond
Apr 16, 2019
Vanessa Pierce Allmond transitioned from this life Tuesday April 16, 2019 at Sentara Louise Obici Memorial Hospital. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Monday April 22, 2019 at 12:00 PM at Emmanuel Grace Baptist Church 3301 Kecoughtan Rd, Hampton, VA. Viewing Sunday April 21. from 2-5 PM at the Chapel. Family will be gathering at 310 Middle Street,...
William Marcelus Major, Sr.
Apr 13, 2019
William Marcelus Major, Sr. transitioned from this life Saturday April 13,2019 in Rocky Mount, NC. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday April 20, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Union Bethel AME Church 14080 Bethel Church Lane, Smithfield, VA. Viewing Friday from 4-7 PM at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Arrangements by Congleston Funeral Home and Cremations, Greenville, NC. For...
Vincent Kent Wilson
Apr 12, 2019
Vincent Kent Wilson entered into eternal rest at 3:30 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2019 at the age of 60. He was born in Chuckatuck, VA on May 13, 1958 to the late David Wilson and Mary Wilson. Kent was educated in Suffolk Public Schools. While attending John Yeates High School, he was a star athlete in both Basketball and...
Archie J. McCallum
Apr 10, 2019
Archie J. McCallum transitioned from this life on Wednesday April 10, 2019 at Sentara Obici Hospital. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am Saturday April 20, 2019 at New Bethany U.C.C. Smithfield, Va. Viewing will take place Friday April 19, 2019 from 4-7pm at the chapel. Professional Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.Burial Date April 20, 2019
A Celebration...
Henry Edwards
Apr 6, 2019
Mr. Henry Edwards ,96, transitioned from this life on Saturday April 6, 2019 at Coliseum Convalescent & Rehabilitaion Center. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 3pm Saturday April 13, 2019 at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Viewing will be prior to the service on April 13, 2019 from 12-3pm. Professional Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.Burial Date April 13, 2019
A...
Priscilla A. Winslow
Apr 4, 2019
Priscilla A. Winslow transitioned from this life on Thursday April 4, 2019 at Newport News Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Priscila Howard Winslow (Mook) born in Isle Wright County, Virginia. to the union of Samuel and Alverta Howard on July 25, 1943. She was the youngest of the Howard household. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and...
Shirley C. Pierce
Apr 2, 2019
Shirley C. Pierce transitioned from this life on Tuesday April 2, 2019 at Sentara Obici Hospital. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1 pm Friday April 12, 2019 at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Ivor,Va. No Viewing. Professional services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel.Burial Date April 12, 2019
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1pm Friday April 12,...
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