Obituary Listing

May 13, 2024

Francis Carl "Frank" Bick, 76, of Smithfield, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 13, 2024. Born in Hardin, Illinois, he was the son of the late Henry and Bernice Bick. He is also predeceased by his son, Carl Paul Bick. He was a jack of all trades and a master of everything! There was...

May 12, 2024

Dorothy Mae Lawrence Stevenson, 79, wife of Dr. Pretlow Lee Stevenson, Jr. passed away May 12, 2024.  She was born in Nansemond County, VA the daughter of the late Elizie Ollie Lawrence and Arleithia Brown Lawrence.  She was predeceased by 8 siblings, and a great granddaughter, Tyrah Ann Powell.   Dorothy retired as a school teacher from Suffolk Public Schools.  ...

May 10, 2024

Sarah Ann Butterworth McCalips, 40, passed away on May 10, 2024. She was born in Newport News, VA to Holly Ann Brown and Charles Bradley Butterworth. She is predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Warren and Sanna Butterworth. She was a beautiful soul who loved her family and life to the fullest, she spoke her love through her music and...

May 7, 2024

Timothy Shaun Kelly, 61, passed away unexpectedly May 7, 2024.  He was born in Newport News, VA the son of the late Clyde "Buck" Eugene Kelly, Sr. and Virginia Baker Kelly.  Tim formerly worked as a Design Engineer for JJMA and Rosenblatt marine design firms. He loved the thrill of the playing Roulette, attending rock concerts, and taking cruises...

May 6, 2024

Johnnie Ray Brown, 48, passed away peacefully at his home in Windsor, VA.  He was born on August 14, 1975, in Portsmouth, VA.  He will be lovingly remembered by his father CJ Brown and sisters Jessica Vick (Steve), and Jenny Huff (Chad).  He is preceded in death by his stepmother, Jane C. Brown.

Johnnie attended Currituck County...

May 3, 2024

Carolyn Holland Stephenson born on February 12, 1941 went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 3, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother and Meme.  She loved God, her family, friends and animals, especially dogs and horses, raising and caring for many. She spent many days with family and friends at Lake Gaston enjoying...

May 1, 2024

On May 1, 2024 Lois Elizabeth Stone Larson, 84, with family by her side, entered into her eternal home free from pain. Lois was born in Rustburg VA on October 13, 1939 to the late John Hamilton Stone and Bertha Mayberry Stone.

Lois was raised on a rural farm in Rustburg. She participated in 4H and was...

May 1, 2024

Wanda Sue Brinkley, 70, passed away May 1, 2024.  She was born in West Virginia the daughter of the late Samuel Ray and Opal Minnie Simpkins. Wanda is predeceased by her sisters, Judy Saunders, Karen Byrum, Alice Hyatt; and brother, Elliott Simpkins. Wanda was a member of Holland Baptist Church.

Wanda is survived by her husband of...

Apr 28, 2024

Judith Corbitt Harcum, 78, passed away April 28, 2024.  She was born in Newport News, VA the daughter of the late Etheleen Earle Smith Corbitt and William Henry Corbitt.  She was predeceased by her husband, Jerry Abram Harcum; and her nephew, Kevin W. Faison.  Judith worked as an accountant with Frank Sheffer, Inc.  She was a member of Holland...

Apr 25, 2024

Camron Anthony Scott Hooten, 21, passed away April 25, 2024.  He was born in Chesapeake, VA the son of Stevie Michelle Hooten and Brandon Lee Mitchell.  He was predeceased by his sister, Carmynn DiGiovanni and aunt, Hayley O'Steen.  Camron worked as a diesel mechanic for Chasing Money.

In addition to his parents, Camron is survived by his...

Apr 24, 2024

Raymond "Buddy" Duval, age 72, of Butler, TN, passed away on April 24, 2024 at his residence. Buddy was born July 22, 1951 in North Tonawanda, NY to Louis and Jane (Antonelli) Duval. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Diane (Duck) Duval; brother, Joseph Duval; sister, Catherine Smolen; and grandson Brandon...

Apr 24, 2024

Brian Keith Whitmore, 50, passed away April 24, 2024.  He was born in Suffolk, VA the son of the late Charles Thomas Whitmore and Diane Warren Whitmore.  Brian graduated in 1992 from Nansemond Suffolk Academy where he played football and baseball both winning State Championships that year.  He worked as a plumber and enjoyed learning every facet of it.  ...

Apr 21, 2024

Wai-Hong Kwong, M.D., 94, passed away April 21, 2024.  He was born in Toi Shan, Kwangtung, China, the son of the late Yun Choi Li and Man Hang Kwong. He is predeceased by Jane, his wife of 57 years, two brothers and two sisters. Dr. Kwong earned his medical degree in 1957 from Peiping Union Medical College in Beijing,...

Apr 18, 2024

John Robert Crigger (Bobby) died in his home on Thursday, April 18, 2004, at the age of 51. He was the beloved son of Mary R. Crigger and Terry, Sr. and Tammy (step-mother) Crigger. He is survived by his brothers Terry and his wife Michelle, Billy, and Garrison, and his sister, Mona.  Bobby was a natural athlete who loved...

Apr 17, 2024

Virginia "Ginny" Sheppard, long time resident of Ocean View, died April 17, 2024 at the age of 97, joining husband Bill who died 3 years ago.  Born in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia to Agnes and Joseph Frock, one of 14 children.  She married Bill in 1946, living the Navy wife life in Norfolk while Bill was at sea.

Apr 16, 2024

Robert "Bob" Corbell, Phelps, 74, of Hampton, VA passed away on April 16, 2024. He was born in Portsmouth, VA the son of the late Elton James Phelps and Lillyon Cleo Phelps. He was predeceased by his son, Thomas E. Phelps, grandson, Joshua C. Phelps, brother, Cater and sisters, LaDonna and Nancy. Bob retired from Dominion Virginia Power Company...

Apr 7, 2024

Mary Carolyn Holland Hopkins, 79, passed away April 7, 2024.  She was born in Virginia the daughter of the late Lawrence Elmo and Alma Marie Rhodes Holland.  Mary is predeceased by her great granddaughter, Lazja Powers; 1 sister and 5 brothers.  She was a member of Colosse Baptist Church and a past member of the Suffolk Moose Lodge.

Apr 2, 2024

Kathren Louise Rhodes Sightler, 89, passed away on April 2, 2024. She was born in Isle of Wight Co, VA to the late Gertie Belle Holland and Charlie Emry Rhodes. She is also predeceased by her devoted husband of 67 years, Harvey Dean Sightler; son, Ronnie Dean Sightler Sr; sister, Esther Bowden; and brothers, Russell E. Rhodes, Gibson E....

Mar 31, 2024

Harrell Griffin Jory, a lifelong resident of Suffolk, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 31, 2024 at the age of 82. He was born in Portsmouth, VA to the late Josephine G. and John M Jory Sr. He was predeceased in death by his brothers John and Gordon Jory and his sister Annie Jo Rees....

Mar 29, 2024

Joyce Griggs Adams, 79, passed away March 29, 2024.  Joyce was born in Isle of Wight Co., VA, the daughter of the late Richard Willard and Martha McClenney Griggs.  She is predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Jerry Adams, Sr., son; Jerry Adams, Jr.; granddaughter; Amber Rice; brothers, Richard,  Aubrey, Harvey, Jack Griggs; and sisters, Versenia and Bee.  ...