Obituaries

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Homer Julius Woods passed away on April 9, 2024 at his home in Chesapeake just 2 days shy of his 93rd birthday.  He was born in Laurens, SC, but spent most of his life living in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.  He was a graduate of Cradock High School in Portsmouth and worked most of his career at the...

Apr 8, 2024

Amanda Virginia Brown, a beacon of love and compassion, departed from this world on April 8th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness that will forever illuminate the hearts of those who knew her. Amanda was preceded in her death by her grandmothers Ruby Thompson and Alice Hill, her father Alvin B. Hudgins Sr., and her godson Dacari “James” Knatt. 

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Mar 22, 2024

Elvira Celestine Stokes Tyler, affectionately known as “Topsy,” was born in Franklin, VA, on January 12, 1948, to Andrew and Dorothy Wells Stokes. After a brief illness, Elvira passed away at home in Chesapeake, VA, on March 22, 2024.

 Elvira attended public schools in Nansemond County and graduated from Southwestern High School in Holland, VA, in 1966, where she was a...

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Mar 16, 2024

Douglas Quinten Thompson, born on February 15, 1934, touched the lives of many with his kind and gentle demeanor, complemented by a great sense of humor. His recent passing on March 16, 2024, in Chesapeake Va., has left a void in the hearts of those who knew him.Douglas led a remarkable life filled with service to his country and community....

Mar 14, 2024

Mother Marjorie V. Hobbs was born May 15, 1935, in Norfolk County Virginia, to the late Willie L. Arnold and Sarah Virginia Arnold. She was the fifth born of ten children. Mother Hobbs was a graduate of Norfolk County High School, class of 1953.  She often talked of being a part of the homecoming court at her high school. Yet...

Mar 12, 2024

LCpl  Ty’Sean Lamont Davis affectionately known as Juicee was born July 20, 2002 to Tonia Davis and Anthony White. Growing up Ty’Sean found his love for video games and basketball. He was a very caring and loving person who would help anyone in need. Throughout elementary & middle school teachers and students would always mention how much of a social...

Feb 22, 2024

James Lee Thrower, Jr. “Poochie” of Brunswick County, transitioned on a somber day in Norfolk. Born into the world in 1961, James always loved being around family and friends until his final breath departed him on February 22, 2024.  James was the son of the late James Lee Thrower Sr. and Clara Lee Thrower.

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Feb 19, 2024

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Jan 31, 2024

Charles Peter Crawford, a beloved soul whose presence illuminated the lives of all who knew him, has sadly left this world on January 31, 2024. With heavy hearts, we grieve the loss of a remarkable individual. Born on August 31, 1956, in the town of Hampton, Virginia, where he attended catholic school. He was enlisted the United States Marine Corps from...

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Jan 21, 2024

Louise Carolyn Williams, affectionately known as “Sister, Big Lou, Weezy. Louise was born in Trenton, New Jersey to her proud and late parents, Howard Brooks and Elisie Lee Brannon- Brooks and settled in Greenport Long Island in the late 1950’s. Louise gave herself to the lord at an early age and was baptized at Shiloh Baptist Church in Southold, NY.

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Jan 19, 2024

Gwendolyn Moseley, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 19, 2024, at the tender age of 79. She was born on October 14, 1944, to McCoy and Mildred Barnes in Portsmouth, Virginia along with her sisters’ Betty Jean Wilder & Gloria Vann, and brothers, William & Ronald Barnes. They created a home filled with laughter, joy,...

Jan 15, 2024

Cecil Staton III was born on November 11, 1946, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Cecil Staton and Cleo Lynch. On January 15, 2024, Cecil was peacefully called to his eternal home.

 Cecil was educated in the Norfolk public school system. After 65 years of employment, Cecil retired from McCallum Testing and Laboratory. Cecil also worked for Village Foods and The...