Services
James Daniel Quarles
'JD'
May 24, 1920 ~ February 11, 2010
Homegoing Service Information
Friday, February 19, 2010, 12:00 PM
Greenwood Baptist Church
Wilbur H. King
February 18, 1932 ~ February 10, 2010
Wilbur H. King "War", 77, of Ashland (Brown Grove), went home to be with the Lord, February 10, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving and devoted family. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife, Grace; his parents, Thomas and Missouri King; brothers, Thomas, Alfred and his twin brother, Willie.
War attended Hanover County Public Schools graduating from John M. Gandy. War loved his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and NASCAR. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was employed by Kelly Truck Stop, Virginia Hauling Trucking and retired from Reynolds Metals in 1993.
Left to cherish his memories, is his daughter, Sherry Hunter (John); one sister, Romaine King; a special friend, Bessie Braxton; one grandson, Wesley King; one granddaughter, Tyisha Odera (Kevin); five sisters-in-law, three brothers-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews other relaives and friends; including devoted, Jethro Carter, Pearl Harris, Lawrence Jones and David Carter.
Homegoing Service Information
Wednesday, February 17, 2010, 1:00 PM
Brown Grove Baptist Church
Richard L. Jackson
January 30, 1944 ~ February 3, 2010
Richard Jackson departed this life on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, at St. Mary’s Hospital, located in Richmond, Virginia.
Richard joined church at an early age and later joined 31st Street Baptist Church, of Richmond, Virginia.
Richard was educated in the Richmond Public School System. He was a former employee of Pitchford Cleaners, Richmond, Virginia.
As a young adult, Richard’s passion for music lead him to the entertainment field, where he was known as “Dickie Wonder.” He recorded with August Moon and supported many groups of singers, including Henrietta Doswell, Doris Allen, Major Harris and special friend, Tyrone Thomas with “Seven Minutes of Funk.”
He leaves to cherish his memory, a wife of 14 years, Saundra Lynn Jackson; three sons and wives, Mr. & Mrs. Mario Davis, Mr. & Mrs. Derwood Davis, Mr. & Mrs. Bertel Davis; three daughters, Vickie Grady, Toni Jackson and Donte; one sister, Mrs. Lillian ‘Liz’ Cooper; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Rhonda Jackson; 3 brothers-in-law, George Jr., Lamont and Gregory Jackson; three step-children, Angela ‘Gladys’, Michelle and Yvonne Smith; 19 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Thursday, February 11, 2010, 1 p.m.
Union Baptist Church
310 N. Snead Street
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Pastor Darrell Leftwich, Officiating
Interment ~ Private
William Lee Harris, Jr.
January 9, 1943 ~ January 27, 2010
Homegoing Service Information
Monday, February 1, 2010, 1:00 PM
Abner Baptist Church
15143 Abner Church Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Pastor Jaimal Hayes, Officiating
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William Harris, Jr.
James Michael Thompson, Sr.
January 29, 1932 ~ January 22, 2010
James Michael Thompson, Sr. was born on January 29, 1932. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gwendolyn Patterson and a daughter Clementine Lolita Baker. On January 22, 2010, he went home to be with the Lord.
James accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He was baptized and became a devoted member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, in Chilesburg, Virginia.
James worked for the CSX Railroad, where he met and made many friends. James was deeply loved by his coworkers and friends.
James was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Bertha Thompson, 3 sons, Michael Jr. (Ann), Robert Garner, Jr. and Cory Garner; 5 daughters, Cheryl Lewis, Pennie Smith, Sheila Quash (Henry), Gale Garner and Patricia Ferguson; 16 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren, 2 devoted friends Rudolph Gray and Roy Hill; a very special, devoted friend and granddaughter, Mary Lewis, who cherished him to the end; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Friday, January 29, 2010, 1 PM
Ebenezer Baptist Church
18562 Countyline Church Road
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Pastor Craig Beasley – Officiating
Interment ~ Church Cemetery
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Reverend Nellie B. Winston
November 13, 1946 ~ December 31, 2009
“God Is The Captain Of My Life”
Reverend Nellie Bea Winston was a native of Hanover County, Virginia. She was born on November 13, 1946, to the late Rosa Lee and Robert O. Toliver, Sr. On December 31, 2009, she went home to be with the Lord. She has one devoted daughter, LaTresa Renee Winston.
Rev. Winston was consecrated to Christ and joined the membership of the Providence Baptist Church at a very early age under the leadership of Reverend A. Mason. She became the Church Clerk at the young age of 13 and served in that capacity for 13 years.
Rev. Winston has been faithful and loyal to her church and God. She was a member of the Building Council, a Sunday School Teacher (Adult Disciple Class age 36 to 50), Bible Study Teacher, Vacation Bible School Teacher, Past Assistant Church Treasurer, Usher, Member of Senior Choir, Mass Choir and Gospel Choir, past member of the Finance Committee, past member of the Pastor’s Aid Society, past member of the Missionary Society. She has served as chairman of many programs: Women’s Day, Church Anniversaries, Choir Anniversaries, Family & Friends Weekend and other.
She was licensed to the Gospel Ministry on June 14, 1998, at the Providence Baptist Church, Ashland, Virginia, under the leadership of Dr. Levy M. Armwood, Jr. Her ministry of concentration is “Outreach and Evangelism”. She is a member of the “Shepherd Ministry” and also conducts “Counseling Sessions.” She is a member of the Tri-County Ministers of Hanover, Caroline and Louisa.
Rev. Nellie Winston graduated from John M. Gandy High School, Career Training Institute, and Carter Compugraphic Computer School, attended Virginia Union University and majored in Business Administration and Management. She graduated from Virginia Union University School of Theology, Evans Smith, in 1998 and 1999. She was a CEU student of Virginia Union University, in the School of Theology. She was also a licensed nurse in the state of Virginia. She had been employed by Capital One for nine years.
Rev. Winston is past secretary of the NAACP-Hanover Branch for 11 years, past secretary of the Virginia State Conference NAACP for 9 years and past secretary of Region 7 (Baltimore, Washington & Virginia) for 3 years. She was past chairman of the Membership Committee of the Virginia State Conference and past member of the Convention Planning Committee of the Virginia State Conference NAACP for many years. She was a past member of the Board of Directors of the Virginia State Conference NAACP. She was a subscribing Life Member of the NAACP. A member of the Hanover Freedom Fund Committee. She was past co-coordinator of the Sunday School & BTU for Hanover and King William County of the Mattaponi Baptist Association, secretary of the Virginia Union University, School of Theology, Evan Smith Alumni Committee. She is a past member of the Usher’s Union of Ashland and vicinity. Other associations and organizations too numerous to mention.
Her future plans were to attend Virginia Union University to achieve a Master’s Degree in Theology and Continue Education in Religious Studies. When time allowed, her favorite hobbies included reading, traveling, coordinating and directing weddings, and making beautiful floral arrangements. She was a treasure and will be truly missed by many family and friends.
The family will receive friends at the Family & Friends Hour beginning at 7:00 PM, Monday, January 4, 2010 at Providence Baptist Church (see address below).
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, January 5, 2010, 1:00 PM
Providence Baptist Church
9491 Providence Church Road
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Pastor Lawrence B. Samuel, Officiating
Internment, Providence Baptist Church Cemetery
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Gearldine V. Hunter
January 30, 1956 ~ December 24, 2009
Gearldine V. Hunter, was born on January 30, 1956, to the late Lloyd and Gladys Horton. On Thursday, December 24, 2009, she went home to be with the Lord.
Gearldine was educated through the Louisa County Public School System. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She really loved relaxing and completing crossword puzzles in her spare time.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 27 years, Wayne Hunter, of Louisa, Virginia; 5 children, Charlene Horton of New York, New York, William Horton of Louisa, Virginia, Macumba Houchens (Lance) of Louisa, Virginia, Christi Rush (Rodney) of Esmont, Virginia, and Greg Horton (Karen) of Doswell, Virginia; 14 grandchildren, Dawayne, Justin, Essence, Anthony, Gerald Jr., NiAsya, Latrell, Samarion, Damarzia, Ashariah, Amaree, Devonte, Mya, Kalup; one brother, Michael Horton (Gale) of Louisa, Virginia; mother-in-law, Mary Hunter; 2 sisters-in-law, Loretta Davis and Maryann Hunter both of Louisa, Virginia; 3 brothers-in-law, Harold, Kernal and Ricky Hunter, all of Louisa, Virginia; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Thursday, December 31, 2009, 1:00 PM
St. Thomas Baptist Church
1567 Bumpass Road
Bumpass, Virginia 23024
Pastor Sharon Roberts, Officiating
Internment, St. Thomas Baptist Church Cemetery
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Marilynn Alva Johnson
June 5, 1955 ~ December 21, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 11:00 AM
Jericho Baptist Church
8435 Jericho Road
Ruther Glen, Virginia 22546
Pastor Glen Leverette, Officiating
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Junius M. Anderson, Jr.
'Chubby'
November 25, 1942 ~ December 6, 2009
Junius M. Anderson, Jr. "Chubby" born Nov. 25, 1942 to the late Mattie Dabney and Junius M. Anderson, Sr. in Hanover County. Junius entered eternal rest on Dec. 6, 2009. He drove tractor and trailor trucks for over 35 years and loved every mile! He was known by the handle, “School Boy” and he will be truly missed.
The family will receive friends at the Family & Friends Hour on Saturday, December 12, beginning at 7 PM. At Shiloh Baptist Church, 106 South James Street, Ashalnd.
Homegoing Service Information
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 2:30 PM
Shiloh Baptist Church
106 South James Street
Ashland, VA 23005
Pastor Michael Shannon, Sr. Officiating
Interment ~ Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Ashland
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Earl Scott Brown
'Junie'
July 17, 1951~November 30, 2009
Earl Scott Brown was born on July 17, 1951. On Monday, November 30th, Earl went home to be with the Lord.
Earl was a dedicated employee and worked in the construction industry for a number of years. He also enjoyed cars and was an avid car mechanic.
Left to cherish his memories is his loving wife, Nilda Brown, two daughters, Crystal and Hillary; a devoted mother Sarah Winston; two sisters, Mildred and Caroline; one granddaughter, Alexua; a mother-in-law, Violet Contee; four brothers-in-law; and a host of other relatives, neighbors and friends.
Memorial Service Information
Saturday, December 5, 12 Noon
F.E. Dabney Funeral Home Chapel
600 B Street
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Pastor Lawrence Samuels, Officiating
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Darlene A. Williams
March 21, 1943 ~ November 11, 2009
Darlene A. Williams was born on March 21, 1943 to the late Daisy Nash Jones and James Christian.
Darlene was a dedicated employee and worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for a number of years.
Left to cherish her memory are one son, Theodore Christian, Sr.; one grandson, Theodore Christian; and many other relatives and friends, including one devoted best friend, Willie Jones.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11 AM
Bethany Baptist Church
500 Whiteside Road
Sandston, VA 23150
Pastor Zynora D. Mason, Officiating
Internment - Private
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Marian Elizabeth Peterson
December 4, 1927 ~ November 14, 2009
Marian Elizabeth Peterson departed this life on November 14, 2009. She was born to Florence (Jones) and Matthew Peterson, in Richmond, Virginia on December 4, 1927.
Marian joined Second Baptist Church as a teenager, under Reverend Hill. She attended school in the Richmond City Public School System, and graduated from Armstrong High School, in 1945. She was a dedicated employee of William Byrd Hotel, until its closing. Marian also worked for Best Western until she retired.
Marian is survived by a devoted sister, Marie Britt; a niece, Donna M. Blackwell, great-niece Crucita M. Berrios, a devoted brother-in-law, Henry E. Britt, Jr., and a host of cousins and relatives.
Memorial Service Information Information
Friday, November 20, 2009, 1:00 PM
Roselawn Memory Gardens
13389 Mountain Rdoad
Glen Allen, Virginia 23059
Pastor Diane Mosby, Officiating
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Frank Straus
February 8, 1931 ~ November 2, 2009
Frank Straus of Ashland Virginia was born on February 8, 1931. On Monday, November 2, 2009, he went home to be with the Lord. Frank was predeceased by one son, Charles Straus, and one sister, Florence Johnson.
Frank was a dedicated employee, driving long distances as a truck driver for a number of years. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid gardener.
Frank was known for his great sense of humor and often shared a laugh with friends and family. Left to cherish his memories are four children, Gloria Johnson (Percell), Lucille Roseberry, James Braxton and Leon Straus (Shirley); one step-daughter, Maxine Flemming; two devoted sisters, Janie Jones and Frances Derricot; one sister-in-law, Lucille Walker; twelve grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and neighbors.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the DCA Dialysis Center, Bon Secour Hospice and Ashland Convalescent Center for all of your love and support.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM
Shiloh Baptist Church
106 South James Street
Ashland, Virginia
Pastor Michael Shannon, Sr.
Internment – Shiloh Baptist Church
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Hedley Hamm
August 23, 1928 ~ October 24, 2009
Hedley Hamm of Glen Allen, Va., went home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2009. He was pre-deceased by his wife of 48 years, Ann Lavern Hamm; and nine of 10 siblings. Hedley was an active member of the Military Retirees Club. Hedley leaves to cherish his memory three children, Rochelle Little (Calvin), Richard Hamm (Lisa) and David Hamm (Angela); his youngest brother, Virgil Hamm; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Homegoing Service Information
Thursday, October 29, 2009, 11:00 AM
St. Peter Baptist Church
2040 Mountain Road
Glen Allen
Dr. Kirkland R. Walton, pastor, officiating
Interment ~ Private
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Gloria Wyatt
May 26, 1962 ~ October 19, 2009
Gloria Wyatt went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 19, 2009. She attended Hermitage High School. She worked as a CNA nurse after high school. Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Eric Wyatt and Shawn Wyatt; two daughters, Charita Wyatt and Monique Wyatt; her mother, Elaine Wyatt Goode; a devoted friend, Claude Hamilton; five sisters, four brothers, two brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law, one daughter-in-law, six grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Monday, October 26, 2009, 1PM
Union Baptist Church
310 North Snead Street
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Pastor Darrell Leftwich, Officiating
Interment Belmont Cemetery, Doswell
Sharlita Coleman
April 1, 1977 ~ October 15, 2009
Sharlita Coleman of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 15, 2009. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Helen Green; her uncle, Keith Brown; and her aunt, April Brown. Throughout her life, she was loved greatly by many. Her strong will, laughter and courage inspired many. She loved spending time with her sons, family and friends. She leaves left to cherish her memory two sons, Kevonte Coleman and Davius Hopson; her mother, Xcela V. Johnson; and father, Robert Coleman; three sisters, Marquita Johnson, Lelia Johnson and Felicia Coleman; along with a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Thursday, October 22, 2009, 2 p.m.
Union Baptist Church
310 N. Snead Street
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Pastor Darrell Leftwich, Officiating
Interment ~ Belmont Cemetery
George Mason Jackson, Sr.
April 21, 1933 ~ October 9, 2009
George Mason Jackson Sr., of Hanover County, Virginia was born on April 21, 1933 to the late John M. and Mary L. Jackson. He was one of 8 children, all preceding him in death except one sister, Mildred J. Morris.
George was educated in Hanover County Schools. He joined St. James Baptist Church at an early age. George joined the male chorus as an adult.
He worked at the Tobacco Factory of Virginia for several years and also worked as a logger for 30 years. His hobbies would include fishing and hunting which started as a young adult.
George loved to laugh and make you smile with timeless words of encouragement. He was very passionate, energetic and outgoing. The devotional love he had for his children, grand children and great grand children will truly be missed. George was well thought of by all he came in contact with.
George leaves loving memories with his wife, Cuetta R. Jackson; two daughters, Rhonda and Saundra (Richard) Jackson; four sons, George Jr. (Brandee) Jackson of Texas, Gregory Jackson, Lamont Johnson and Mark (Deon) Hawkins of New York; two step-children, Jerome (Jean) Ryland, and Julian (Shiras) Ryland; twenty-one grand children; thirty-two great grand-children; four brothers-in-law, Emmitt Mines, Lester (Doris) Moses, Phil (Barbara) Williams, Demetrius Williams; one sister-in-law, Thelma S. Jackson; three aunts, Rev. Iola Smith, Estella Curtis (Spencer), Sylvester Dabney (David), a host of devoted nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors.
The family will receive friends at the Family Friends Hour on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home Chapel, 600 B Street, Ashland.
Homegoing Service Information
Wednesday, October 13, 2009, 2:00 PM
St. James Baptist Church
Interment ~ St. James Baptist Church Cemetery
Charles Leo Wattie
August 1, 1959 ~ September 24, 2009
Charles Leo Wattie was born on August 1, 1959, to the late James ‘Jim’ Wattie and Elizabeth Wattie. On Thursday, September 24, 2009, Charles departed this life at the McGuire Veteran’s Hospital, Richmond, Virginia.
Charlie was educated in the Louisa County Public School System. He joined the United States Army where he proudly served our country during a term in Germany. Charlie was a dedicated employee at Dehner Sawmill until his health began to decline.
Charlie joined the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church at an early age, and rededicated his life to God in 2008. Charles was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He always met everyone with a smile and gave his love to all.
Charlie leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife Elaine Harris Wattie; two sons, Shephon and Lekevis Wattie; a devoted mother, Elizabeth Wattie; four step-children, Yvonne (Sherwood), Sabrina, Renea and Ray (Gloria); two step grandchildren, Erica and Jessica Harris; two step great-grandchildren, Dayvionne Harris and Daneisha Forbes; two step great-grandchildren; one God child, Alexis Harris; two devoted sisters, Vernell Shelton and Hazel Pleasants; two devoted brothers, James ‘Buster’, and Thomas Wattie (Janet); seven sisters-in-law, Gladys Harris, Orelia Stokes, Margaret Winston, Florence Brown, Agnes James (Earl), Sharon and Bertha Harris; three brothers-in-law, John, Leonard and Alfred Harris; three aunts, Sara Pryor, Margaret R. Winston, Ethel Wattie; one great aunt Edith Shelton; one great uncle, Percy James; four devoted friends, Lorine Jackson, (known to Charles as his 2nd mother), Sheila Pryor, Walter Jackson and Albert Lee Jackson, a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Friday, October 2, 1:00 PM
Mt. Olivet Baptist Church
17520 Jefferson Highway
Montpelier, VA 23192
Pastor Alex Shelley, Officiating
Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen
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Curtis Lawrence
December 10, 1924 ~ August 24, 2009
Curtis Lawrence, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 24, 2009. He was the son of the late William Lawrence and Rosea Henderson Lawrence. He was preceded in death by a loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Mildred G. Lawrence; one sister, Mary Winston; and five brothers, Alexander Lawrence, William "Honey" Lawrence, Jerry Dabney, Newton Dabney and Henry Dabney. Mr. Lawrence was born in Ashland, Va. He resided in Richmond for over 40 years and then later returned to Ashland. Mr. Lawrence received his education in the Hanover County School System. As a young boy, Mr. Lawrence was baptized at the Providence Baptist Church in Ashland. Mr. Lawrence served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific. He retired from Morgan Bag Company after 41 years of service. Left to cherish his memory is one devoted nephew, Kevin Winston; a devoted and loving niece whom he loved as his own daughter, LeNette G. Davis; four other nieces, Ernestine Jones, Eugena Johnson, Elaine Wright and Lorraine Trueheart; one other nephew, Sye Dabney; five sisters-in-law, Nannie G. Owens, Lucy G. Graves, Bessie Gabbin, Juanita Gabbin and Margaret Lawrence; one brother-in-law, Ellis Graves; seven special friends, Elizabeth "Whitey" Chandler, Chuckie Miller, Deacon Lloyd Jones, Ernestine Jones, Mildred Dabney, Alsine Johnson and Herbert Lightfoot; as well as a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, August 29, 11:00 AM
Emmaus Baptist Church
2104 Sandy Hook Road
Goochland, Va.
Rev. Tommy Fleming, pastor.
Rev. Melvin Woodson officiating.
Interment church cemetery
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Catherine Beryl Thompson Young
September 8, 1930 ~ August 14, 2009
Catherine Beryl Thompson Young was born on September 8, 1930, in Ashland, Virginia, to the late Branch and Catherine Jones Thompson.
Catherine excelled in reading and writing and graduated from West Virginia State University in Charleston, West Virginia.
She completed post-graduate courses at Columbia University and Virginia State University. She began her teaching career at Dunbar Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia. While in Newport News, she met and married Edgar C. Young. To this union was born a daughter, Elizabeth Cornelia Young.
Catherine later returned to the Richmond area and began teaching at Buchanan, East End, Mosby Middle School, Chandler Middle School and Henderson Middle School and the alternative High School unit for John Marshall High. Catherine was considered a master teacher of gifted students and she was a reading specialist. After 38 years, she decided to retire. Her students were the love of her life, and she will always be remembered by them, her family and friends.
Surviving her memories, one daughter, Elizabeth “Beth” Young; one granddaughter, Alexandra “Alex” Katherine Kirksey; one brother, Samuel Ray Thompson; one sister-in-law, Edna C. Thompson; two nieces, Yolanda Hatchett (Marvin), and Tonya T. Paige (Anthony, Sr.); one nephew, a host of great-nieces and great-nephews, other family and friends, including devoted, Elizabeth Harden of Cincinnati, Ohio and Sallie Thompson of Atlanta, Georgia.
The family will receive friends at the Family Friends Hour on August 17, 2009 from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 1:00 PM
Shiloh
Interment ~ Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery
Yusef Olaf Tinsley
November 27, 1968 ~ August 12, 2009
Yusef Tinsley transitioned from labor to reward on Wednesday, August 12, 2009. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Patricia Smith Tinsley and brother Wortham, III. He is survived by his loving father, Wortham, Jr.; brother, Everett; niece Devyn and nephew Darryl, a host of other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, August 15, 2009, 1:00 PM
Union
Interment ~ Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery
Gladys Dabney Berkley
September 18, 1918 ~ August 3, 2009
On August 3, 2009, Gladys Dabney Berkley went home to be with the Lord. She was born to the late John and Alice Dabney on September 18, 1918. She was preceded in death by her husband Lester Berkley, her parents, five sisters and two brothers. Gladys attended Hanover County Training School. She accepted Christ and became a member of Shiloh Baptist Church at an early age.
She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Laura Lacy (Edmond), two sisters, Mattie Mason and Alice Taliaferro, three grandsons, Wayne (aka Timmy), Lionel Jr., and Dunnevan Keith, ten great-grandchildren, Leila, Dunnevan Jr., Caden, Cameron, Brandon, Latoya, Lionel III, Lionesha, Quan-Asia, and Anthony, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, one devoted, Mrs. Carleen Moody.
The family will receive friends at the Family & Friends Hour on Saturday, August 8, 2009 from 7 - 8 PM
Homegoing Service Information
Sunday, August 9, 2009, 2:00 PM
Shiloh Baptist Church
106 South James Street
Ashland, Virginia
Reverend Michael Shannon, Pastor, Officiating
Interment ~ Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery
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Edith Johnson Barney
August 9, 1920 ~ August 3, 2009
On Monday, August 3, 2009, Edith Barney went home to be with the Lord. She was born on August 9, 1920, in Louisa, Virginia. She attended Louisa County Public Schools. As a young child, Edith accepted the Lord as her personal Savior and was baptized and joined the Laurel Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Eugene Robinson. She was a faithful member until her health began to decline. She was joined in holy matrimony to the late Thomas Barney and was the loving mother of seven children.
She leaves to cherish her memory six sons, Thomas (Bertha); Charles (Lucy), Frederick, Lewis (Edna); Haywood (Elaine) and Kenneth Barney (Gale); one daughter, Annette Jackson; one aunt Edith Mickens of Washington DC; 2 sisters-in-law; 21 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, one devoted Merdell Montgomery.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, August 8, 2009, 1:00 PM
Laurel Hill Baptist Church
2706 Zachary Taylor Highway
Mineral, Virginia
Reverend Barry Carpenter, Pastor, Officiating
Interment ~ Laurel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery
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Robert W. Smith, Sr.
September 10, 1934 ~ July 26, 2009
Robert W. Smith, Sr. of King William, Virginia slipped into eternal rest on Sunday, July 26, 2009. He was predeceased by 1 son Ron Smith; 2 sisters, Anne Branch and Mary Smith; and 1 brother; Fred Smith. Robert was educated in the public school systems in Manquin, Virginia. He joined Rock Springs Baptist Church and served as an usher until his health began to decline. Robert leaves to cherish his memory, a loving wife of 44 years, Lois Smith; 2 sons, Robert Jr. and Tony Smith; 1 daughter, Azela Smith, all of King William; 1 brother Charles Johnson of Delaware, 1 sister, Dorothy Smith of King William; 1 aunt, 1 uncle, 4 grandsons, 2 sisters-in-law; 3 brothers-in-law, 17 nieces, 17 nephews and a host of cousins, friends and other relatives, one devoted cousin, James Johnson (Ann) of New York.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Gethsemane Baptist Church
1890 Dunluce Road
Interment Rock Spring Baptist Church Cemetery, King William
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Jasmine Jefferson
July 13, 1992 ~ July 15, 2009
Jasmine E. Jefferson, 17, of Richmond, Va., entered into an angelic sleep on Wednesday, July 15, 2009. She was born July 13, 1992 in Richmond, Va., to Marionette Jefferson and Jeffrey Lee Mills. Jasmine was preceded in death by one devoted grandmother, Catherine Hunt Allen, who loved her dearly and provided care for her. Jasmine had a very short childhood before becoming very ill and leaving her unable to live as most children. She survived when doctors thought she would not. We were blessed with Jasmine for 17 years. Many loved and cared for her while she became the glue for two families. She endured, and was the most beautiful and angelic child we all came to love, cherish and admire. Jasmine leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Marionette Jefferson; father, Jeffrey Lee Mills; devoted grandmother, Catherine Mills; grandfather, Joseph Terrell Sr.; two brothers, Jibrail Jefferson (Angel) and Terrence Smithers; three uncles, four nieces, one nephew, several aunts, cousins, devoted nurses, and a host of other relatives and friends. Special thanks to the nurses and staff of Children's Hospital.
Special viewing hours for Tuesday, July 21, are 3 to 8 p.m. at the Brunson Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Children's Hospital, Brook Road, Richmond, Va.
Homegoing Service Information
Wednesday, June 22, 2009
Trinity Baptist Church
2811 Fendall Avenue
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Neva Minis
December 5, 1909 ~ July 17, 2009
Neva E. Minis, 99, of Rockville, Va., formerly of Baltimore, Md., passed away peacefully on July 17, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carol Minis; son, John "Sonny" Minis; and grandson, Eric "Chuckie" Minis. She is survived by her daughter, Rosia Lee Minis; two sisters, Elenor Harris and Ada Green; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and many at Fountain Baptist Church, Baltimore, Md.
Homegoing Services
F.E. Dabney Funeral Home,
600 B Street, Ashland, Va.,
Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at 11 a.m.
Rev. Cecelia W. Lewis officiating.
Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Richmond, Va., 23226.
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Herman Clyde Hill
June 1, 1939 ~ July 12, 2009
Herman Clyde Hill, 70, of the Island of Guam, formally of Hanover,
Virginia, peacefully went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2009.
Herman was preceded in death by his parents, Kermit and Fanny
Hill of Hanover, VA; Brothers Leroy, Kermit Jr, Lloyd & Roy;
Sisters Bessie, Emma, Louise, Myrtle, Easter & Irma. He is
survived by his loving wife Terrie M. Hill, Daughter,
Charlene; Three Sons- Edward, Marvin, and Michael; Three
Daughter-in-laws, nine grandchildren; Sisters Elsie Fleming,
Florine Thompson; Brothers George and Howard Hill. Retired
Chief Petty Officer Hill served twenty-two years on active duty
with the US Navy. Herman served as a Naval Food Specialists
culminating in Managerial Leadership Positions, with tours of
duty in the Southwestern Pacific Rim. After twenty-two
years of military service he fulfilled his calling as an Ordained
Chaplin. For the last twenty years his calling enabled him
to provide religious services that impacted individuals that were incarcerated within the
Department of Corrections, Guam. Herman’s Passions included family togetherness,
worshiping the Lord with families and friends, weightlifting, and he was an avid fisherman
and will be missed by many.
Homegoing Memorial Service Information
Friday, June 17, 2009
Second Mt. Zion
31220 Old Dawn Road
Interment, Monday 10 AM, Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia
Bessie Mozelle Mason
May 5, 1940 ~ June 24, 2009
Bessie Mozelle Mason entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ and joined the Providence Baptist Church. She never complained and was loved by all. Her favorite saying was, “He may not come when you want him, but he is always an on time God.”
She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter, Alisa Abrams-Watts (Earl); three grandsons, Lionel Jr, Blake and Andrew; two brothers, one devoted, Ernest Mason, and John Keels (Elizabeth); two sisters, one devoted, Gloria Goodall and Geraldine Lucas (Melvin);a devoted aide, Barbara Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Thursday, July 2, 2009, 1:00 PM
Union
Interment ~ Private
Herbert L. Johnson
June 10, 1953 - June 19, 2009
Herbert L. Johnson, Jr., 56, Richmond, went Home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 19, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; and mother, Ada Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Tikisha Johnson and Nicole Satchell; two stepchildren that he thought of as his own, Dwayne (Delisa) and Twana Butler; two sisters, Mary and Evelyn Johnson; two brothers, Lawrence and Nathaniel Johnson; seven grandchildren, three sisters-in-law, five brothers-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 11:00 AM
Union
Interment, Rockspring Baptist Church, King William
Mary Lurline Harris
January 31, 1937 - June 23, 2009
Mary L. Harris, of Rockville, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 23, 2009. Mary joined Abner Baptist Church at an early age. Mary was a domestic worker for many years until her health started to decline. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace and Catherine Phipps; her brother, William Ashby Hopkins; and son, Robert "Bobby" Harris. She is survived by one son, Charles Waverly Harris; one aunt, Mrs. Hazel Scott of Delaware, Md.; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends; two devoted, Ms. Bernita A. Harris and Mrs. Lisa Taylor.
Homegoing Service Information
Ann Laverne Hamm
February 24, 1935 - June 16, 2009
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
On
Ann was born to Elizabeth and Rufus Henry Smith in
Ann lived her life to the fullest. She often would sit at the kitchen table with her son David, and they would eat oysters and spoon bread while they would plan all types of adventures. Mom loved all her children dearly. She could always be depended on if her children needed anything. She was truly their best friend.
Ann was on dialysis for over five years and she never missed a day, at the dialysis center. She was referred to as “Queen.” When she would enter the room, she brought such a presence with her; they would often say, “Here comes the Queen!”
Ann was an active member of St. Peter Baptist Church; she was the first female Sunday school teacher in the adult class. Ann was also very active with the ladies at the Military Retirees Club and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
Ann leaves to cherish her blessed memory her husband, Hedley B. Hamm; three children, Rochelle Denise Little, Richard Dale Hamm, and David Hedley Hamm; two daughters-in-law Angela and Lisa Hamm; one son-in-law, Calvin C. Little; two aunts, one devoted, Mahalia “May” Taylor and Margaret Boyd; four grandchildren, David and Devon Hamm, Joshua and Keziah Little; Ann was also blessed to live to see two great-grandchildren; Demir and Mia Hamm; a host of cousins, and devoted friends.
The family will receive friends at the Family & Friends Hour at F. E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B Street, Ashland on Friday, June 19, beginning at 7 PM and ending at 8 PM
Homegoing Service Information
Nathaniel H. Winston, Jr.
"Tickle"
July 12, 1932 - May 25, 2009
Nathaniel H. Winston Jr., 76 departed his life on Monday, May 25, 2009 at his home. Nathaniel attended Hanover County Public Schools. He was a dedicated employee of Richfood, Inc. in Mechanicsville
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, May 30, 2009, 1:00 PM
Providence
Interment, Providence Baptist Church Cemetery
David Wayne Straus
"Dogg"
November 27, 1963 - May 9, 2009
David was born on November 27, 1963, in Hanover County to the late Dorothy Morris and David H. Glasco. On Saturday, May 9, 2009, David went home to be with the Lord.
David attended school within the Hanover County Public School system. He loved his family and would surrounded himself with the love from his brothers, sisters, family and loved ones. David loved to work, and was a dedicated employee of the Ashland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Hardee’s Restaurant both in Ashland. David was an outgoing and happy person, inside and out.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy Morris and David H. Glasco, and one grandson, Dae’Marcus Jones. He is survived by two daughters, angels in his eyes, Davette Jones and Tina Jones; two warrior sons, Da’Monte and Davontae Straus; seven brothers Christopher, William, Robert Glasco, Deon and Reco Mickey, Corey Green and Devante Mason; five sisters, Tracey and Stephanie Brown, Patricia Mickey, Mary Ann Green and Cherly Roan; one devoted grandfather, Curtis Lewis, Sr.; one devoted step-mother, Linda Glasco and one step-father, Albert Morris; one devoted cousin, Jermaine Straus; a loving devoted friend, and caretaker Loretha Hill; a devoted friend Everic Spindle; a host of other aunts, uncles, relatives, friends and neighbors.
Homegoing Memorial Service Information
Tuesday, May 19, 2009, 1:00 PM
Union
Interment, Private
Frances L. Mason
"Sweetie"
June 28, 1939 - May 8, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, May 12, 2009, 1:00 PM
Brown Grove
Interment, Roselawn Memory Gardens
The family will receive friends at the Family & Friends Hour at Brown Grove on Monday, May 11, beginning at 7 PM and ending at 8 PM
Everett Thomas Jackson
May 26, 1925 - April 22, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 11:00 AM
Providence
Interment, Providence Baptist Church Cemetery
Viola G. Harris
January 11, 1928 - March 30, 2009
Ms. Viola G. Harris was born on
Viola was a housewife, and she really enjoyed to dance. She was known best to her family and friends for being very feisty. She always got the last word.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Harris, Sr., her father, Skowe, her mother, Gladys, her daughter Ruby and two beloved sons, John Jr. and Benny Harris.
Viola leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Julia Ann Harris and one son, Billy Ray Harris; six grandchildren, Teri Neal, Stony Ray, Jermaine, Kevin, Cindy and Charles, ten great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives, family and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Monday, April 6, 2009, 12:00 Noon
Union
Interment, Private
Jenkins Trueheart, Jr.
April 24, 1933 - March 31, 2009
Jenkins Trueheart Jr. departed this life at age 75, Tuesday, March 31, 2009. He was born to the late Jenkins and Olivia Trueheart Sr. At an early age, he accepted Christ and joined the Oak Grove Baptist Church. He served on the Usher Board for many years, until his health began to decline.
Jenkins was employed with Hughes & Kingdom for a number of years. He also worked numerous other construction positions. He was a dedicated Custodian for thirty-three years at Battlefield Park Elementary School, located in Hanover County. No matter how hard he worked, you would never hear him complain.
Jenkins leaves to cherish his memory, a loving wife of twenty-four years, Dorothy Trueheart; three step-daughters, Maggie Anderson (Willie), Iris and Carlene Hill; two step-sons, Clifton (Denise) and Wayne Hill; four sisters, Hannah Gray, Sally Harris (George), Sarah Gresham and Essie Anderson; four sisters-in-law, Cora Russell, Doreatha Jarvis (Nathan), Betty Jones and Linda King; two brothers-in-law, George Harris and Elijah Spurlock (Doris), twelve grandchildren, two devoted, Roshad and Oneale Hill; twelve great-grandchildren; four devoted friends, Reverend Herman Trueheart, Doug Perkins, Dorothy L. Hill and Eunice Mahoney; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Rev. Herman Trueheart, Pastor, Officiating
Interment,
Wilbur Calvin "Pete" Peterson
August 7, 1939 - March 29, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Reverend Lorenzo Nicholson, Pastor of
Life-line for Jesus Community Church North, Officiating
Interment ~ Roselawn Memory Gardens
James "Jamie" Edward Morris
January 27, 1981 - March 9, 2009
James (Jamie) Edward Morris was born to the late James Edward Wilson and Blanche Morris Goode. He departed this life suddenly
Jamie attended
He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted mother, Blanche M. Goode, three daughters, Jamahia, Diamond and Talayah Morris, one brother Dedric Morris, two devoted sisters Latrice and Natasha Morris, two devoted aunts, Cathy McWilliams and Lillian Seay, one devoted uncle, Euell Brown (Lillian), six devoted nieces and nephews, Tamon and Tremon Morris, Rickaya Morris, Shaki Claiborne, Dedric and Deitra Flemings; a host of devoted cousins including, Ruben Robinson, Sharnta Robinson, Claude Robinson, Anthony Clarke, Deirra and Tonik Seay, Dyneka Dunkley, Chamece Robinson and Dwight Seay, Jr. William Brown, Jonathan Brown, devoted friends, Dena, Sherri, Cierra and Keisha, Ashley, Tamara, Marlena and Teresa, and a host of other family and friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, March 14, 2009, 1:00 P.M.
Union
Interment, Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen
Barbara Ruth Turner
December 4, 1940 - February 18, 2009
Barbara Ruth “Peggy” Turner, of
Barbara enjoyed spending time with her son Richard, her grand-daughters and her family. She was employed by the Richmond City Public School System where she touched the lives of many.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, William and Naomi, and a brother, Irvin, all of Lynch,
She leaves to cherish her memory a loving and devoted son Richard Souels, of Richmond, Virginia; three grand-daughters, Sabria, Khloe and Brynna; four brothers, Bill (Vivian), Carl (Cecily), Jeff (Millie), and Tony; two sisters, Evelyn (Melvin) and Marie; a host of nieces and nephews, along with many friends, four devoted, Sandra Hicks, Susan Berry, David Souels, and Sandra Moore-Clark. Barbara will be truly missed by many.
Homegoing Service Information
Saturday, February 28, 2009, 1:00 P.M.
Reverend Lucas, Officiating
Interment ~ Private
Arlene Alexander Robinson
May 2, 1911 ~ February 6, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Friday, February 13, 2009, 11:00 A.M.
Ebenezer
Interment, Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen
Evelyn Scott Winston
December 27, 1936 ~ February 3, 2009
Homegoing Service Information
Monday, February 9, 2009, 1:00 P.M.
Shiloh
Rev. Michael Shannon, Pastor, Officiating
Rev. Todd Winston, Eulogist
Interment, Winston Memory Gardens, Greenwood
The family will receive friends at the Family and Friends hour on Sunday, February 8, beginning at
James Edward Smith, Jr.
March 4, 1993 - December 30, 2008
Early on the morning of
James (Lil’ James) was born
James leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted mother, Sylvia L. Smith; his father, James E. Smith, Sr.; grandfather, Herbert O. Smith, II; grant-grandmothers Mamie Lightner and Evelyn Smith; five aunts, Paula Smith, Lakisha Drumgole (Ike), Janice Johnson, Tanika Pickett, and Tracey Brown; 6 uncles, O’Barte Smith, Determan Smith, Belgian Smith, Charles Brown, Jermaine Pickett and one devoted Herbert O. Smith, III; 3 great-aunts, Frances Cary, Rosetta Carrington (Sandy), and Vivian Carmon (Randolph); 8 great-uncles, Sidney “Leroy” Lightner (Gladys), Clarence “Skut” Lightner (Cheryl), Robert “B Lewis” Lightner (Pam), St. Elmo “Jerome” and St. Edward “Tyrone” Lightner and Alphonso Smith (Gladys), Johnny and Frank Creer; 22 cousins, Quiana, Montel, Shan’Dasha, Jaqwon, Shanequia, Ahmad, Aaron, Maurice, Marquis, Jerome, Tyrome, Carvell, Kaniqua, Alissa, Clarissa, LaShonda, LaRonda, Venice, Jaquon, Jeremiah, Ya’Mya, and Shyiana; other special family and friends, Maria Easter, Marjorie Armstead and Louise Logan, Ellen Christian and Chenice Brown, and his great medical staff Drs. Malloy and Keebler of VCU Medical Center.
Lil’ James was loved by many and was an ‘angel’ in our eyes. He will be greatly missed by all.
The family will receive friends at the Family and Friends hour on Monday, January 5, beginning at
Homegoing Celebration Information
New Convenant Apostolic Church
Bishop Willie Suggs, Pastor
Rev. Sandy Carrington, Officiating
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Stephanie A. Williams
January 5, 1973 - December 18, 2008
Homegoing Memorial Service Information
Tuesday, December 30, 2008, 2:00 PM
Rev. Earl Hall, Officiating
William "Baby Frank" Thornton
May 26, 1932 - December 20, 2008
Homegoing Service Information
Wednesday, December 24, 2008, 11:00 AM
Shiloh
Rev. Michael Shannon, Pastor, Officiating
Interment, Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Ashland
Crystal Lynette Thomas
August 18, 1975 - November 21, 2008
Funeral Information:
Saturday, November 29, 2008,
Reverend Larry Owens, Pastor, Officiating
Interment: Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery
Click here to sign on-line condolence book for Crystal L. Thomas.
Willis James Lacy, Jr.
October 10, 1920 - November 19, 2008
Funeral Information:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008,
Reverend Blunt, Officiating
Interment: Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery
Click here to sign on-line condolence book for Willis J. Lacy, Jr.
Leroy R. Kinton
July 26, 1930 - November 19, 2008
Leroy R. Kinton was born in
He was raised and educated in
Leroy worked for RF&P Railroad and Henrico County Public Works. He married Edith Valentine-Redding in 1997, and enjoyed 11 years of happiness.
Leroy joined the
After a short illness, he leaves to cherish his memory a loving family and devoted friends.
Homegoing Service Information
Reverend Diane Mosby, Officiating
Freddie B. Ballard
August 5, 1929 - November 14, 2008
Freddie Bell Ballard was born on
In her earlier years Freddie Ballard taught Sunday school to the youth. Freddie Ballard was a former restaurant owner in
Freddie is survived by 5 children, Etta Cole of Memphis, Tennessee, Lilly Beatrice Murray and her husband Bobby, of Atlanta, Georgia, Nettie Ballard, Rose Lee and Floyd Ballard, Jr. of Richmond, Virginia; 12 grandchildren, 5 great, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends at the Wake on Friday, November 21, 2008, from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. F. E. Dabney Funeral Home Chapel, 600 B Street, Ashland, Virginia.
Homegoing Service Information
Reverend Dwayne Fields, Officiating
Frances Haynes
February 1, 1938 - November 11, 2008
The family will receive friends at the Wake on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. F. E. Dabney Funeral Home Chapel, 600 B Street, Ashland, Virginia.
Homegoing Service Information
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 11:00 AM
Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor, Officiating
Interment, Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia
Virginia Catherine Clarke
July 21, 1925 - November 9, 2008
Homegoing Service Information
Friday, November 14, 2008, 1:00 PM
Shiloh
Rev. Michael Shannon, Pastor, Officiating
Interment, Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen
Mary C. Jordan Owens
November 6, 1910 - October 31, 2008
Mary C. Jordan Owens lovingly known by many as “Mamie” and/or “Nana” went home to be with the Lord on
She accepted Christ at a young age and was baptized at
She was married to the late John Wallace Jordan and this wonderful union brought fourth one son, John Farrington
Following a divorce, Mamie, a single Mom, continued to run “The Dinner Bell” single-handedly. She served as cook, cashier, waitress, dishwasher and even maid. She did it all and was very successful.
In 1966, she united in wedlock to the late Earl Owens, a prominent barber in
In 1974, Earl past away and Mamie closed the doors to “The Dinner Bell” and retired.
Later, in 1982, Mary left
She was a loving mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She shared a special closeness with her caretakers, JayJay and Saundra. She leaves to cherish her memory one devoted son, John “JayJay” Jordan, Sr. and his wife Saundra; two grandsons, John Jr., and Corey, his wife Shannon, one great-grandson, Caden Jordan, one sister, Ruth Byrd, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Memorial Serivice Information
Wednesday, November 5, 2008, 11:00 AM
Mount Hope Baptist Church
Rev. Monroe Smith, Pastor, Officiating
If you have any questions regarding our funeral services, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. Our professional, caring staff will answer any inquiries you may have and provide assistance the best we can.
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