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Dr. Joseph H. Chu
Sep 13, 2025
Dr. Joseph Hyunbae Chu PhD, 90, a native of South Korea, the son of the late Joo, Dong Hoo and Oh, Hoi Soon passed away on September 13, 2025. Â Dr. Chu worked as an International Marketing Consultant for the Virginia Department of Agriculture. Â After retiring, Dr. Chu worked for Montague Farms, Inc. as an Exporter for Food Quality Grain....
Robbie Thomas Copeland
Sep 12, 2025
Robbie Thomas Copeland, 56, passed away September 12, 2025. Â He was born in Franklin, VA the son of the late George Thomas Copeland and Selma Ann Rawles Copeland. Â Robbie is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Harald Weber; niece, Carol Asbell; aunt, Margie Copeland and Mary Sue Robertson; and numerous cousins.
A funeral service will...
Johnnie Mac Phillips
Sep 3, 2025
On September 3, 2025, Johnnie Phillips (85) passed away peacefully in the care of Lake Prince Woods and Trinity Hospice. He was born on March 24, 1940, in Norlina, North Carolina and moved to Norfolk County (Portsmouth), Virginia at an early age with his parents. In 1958, he graduated from Cradock High School and then attended Frederick...
Frederick Luther Bunner
Aug 31, 2025
Frederick Luther Bunner, 89, passed away August 31, 2025. Â He was born in Washington, Pennsylvania the son of the late Frederick Savor Bunner and Thelma Cahill Bunner. Â He was predeceased by one sister and four brothers. Â Fred was a United States Navy veteran. Â He later went on to work and then retired as a planner and estimator for Norfolk...
Richard Albert Goldbach
Aug 31, 2025
After a long and fulfilling life, Richard Albert Goldbach passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, generosity, and love for his family, community, and country. In his later years, Richard found deep satisfaction in all he accomplished and often reflected on a life well lived.
Ronald Gene Hatfield
Aug 27, 2025
Ronald Gene Hatfield, Sr., 88, passed away August 27, 2025. Â He was born in Devon, West Virginia the son of the late Lawrence and Dollie Hatfield. Â He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Mabel Cisco Hatfield; and siblings, Lila Theresa Sipple, Lawrence Dale Hatfield, and Henry Reece Hatfield. Â Ronald served in the United States Marine Corps. Â He...
Rachel Stewart Goodwin
Aug 25, 2025
Rachel Stewart Goodwin, 81, passed away August 25, 2025. Â She was born in Norfolk County, VA the daughter of the late Harrell and Amy Stewart. Â Rachel was predeceased by her husband of over 50 years, Ronald Carroll Goodwin, Sr.; and siblings, Carolyn, Johnny, Tommy, and William. Â She worked in retail at Woolworth's and Wal-Mart.
Rachel is survived...
Robert Brinkley Benton
Aug 20, 2025
Robert Brinkley Benton, 90, passed away August 20, 2025. Â Robert was born in Sunbury, NC the son of the late Robert Brooks Benton and Elizabeth Brinkley Benton. Â He is predeceased by sisters, Anne Ellis, Virginia Jones, and Martha Davila. Â Robert retired from American Environmental Group as a driver. Â He was a member of First Baptist Church.
...Terry Diana Bensten Greskevitch
Aug 15, 2025
It's with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Diana Greskevitch, 76, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished Gigi, and faithful servant of the Lord. She departed this life peacefully on August 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Terry lived a life full of joy, purpose, and love. She met the...
Myron C. "Chuck" Tanner
Aug 13, 2025
Myron C. "Chuck" Tanner, 85, passed away peacefully at home on August 13, 2025 in Suffolk, VA. Chuck was a hard working man who built his career as a Contract Specialist for the Department of Defense for over 50 years. He also served in the U.S. Air Force. After retiring, Chuck fulfilled his dream by living on his boat,...
Grace Irene Ellis Dusch
Aug 13, 2025
Grace Irene Ellis Dusch, 92, passed away August 13, 2025. Grace was born in Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Matthew and Ivera Smeal Ellis. She is predeceased by her husband, Richard Dale Dusch Sr; daughter, Lori D. Hughes; and brothers, Jimmy and Gary Ellis. Grace was a member of CrossPointe Church.
Grace...
Joyce M. Marshall
Aug 12, 2025
Joyce M. Marshall, 87, passed away on August 12, 2025. She was born in Pearisburg, Virginia, to the late Milton F. and Bertha P. McElrath. Joyce is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, James (Jim) L. Marshall Jr.; her son, Timothy J. Marshall (Alice); and her stepgrandchildren, Rachel Siker (Chris) and Colleen Russell. Joyce was predeceased by...
Patricia Lee Grudenich
Jul 30, 2025
Patricia Lee Grudenich, 54, passed away July 30, 2025. She was born in Newport News, VA the daughter of Diane Lynn Perecko and the late Carl Edward Nowell III. Â Patricia was fiercely dedicated to her family as well as rescuing all the animals of the world. Â She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Donna Yung and in-laws George...
Albert "Bert" William Dodd, Jr.
Jul 26, 2025
Albert "Bert" William Dodd, Jr., 82, passed away July 26, 2025. Â He was born in Portsmouth, VA the son of the late Albert William Dodd, Sr. and Fern Ragland Dodd. Â He was predeceased by his son, Sean William Dodd. Â Bert retired as a real estate broker. Â He was a member of Living Waters.
Bert is survived by...
Nelson Howard Merritt
Jul 19, 2025
Nelson Howard Merritt, 83, passed away July 19, 2025. Â Nelson was born in Many, LA the son of the late Cicero and Verna Vera Cochran Merritt. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a Master Chief Diver.
Nelson is survived by his children, Troy Merritt, Sue Merritt Blei, Mark Merritt, Kevin Merritt, Sheila Merritt; eleven grandchildren; four...
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Clodgu Ames
Jul 19, 2025
Sandy quietly passed away on July 19, 2025. After a long battle with cancer.
She was born in Altoona, PA to the late Robert Lynn Clodgu and Anna May Love Clodgu.
For 30+ years Sandy worked as an Assoc. Insurance agent and notary public. She was a founding member...
James Franklin Stephenson
Jul 14, 2025
James Franklin Stephenson, 87, passed away at home and went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 14, 2025. James was born in Franklin, VA. Â He was a native and lifelong resident of Isle of Wight, VA, and was the son of the late James Oliver Stephenson, Jr., and Nora Atkins Stephenson. Â He...
Benjamin "Benny" Arthur Plewes, Jr.
Jul 11, 2025
Benjamin "Benny" Arthur Plewes, Jr., 95, passed away July 11, 2025. Benny was born in Winston-Salem, NC the son of the late Benjamin Arthur Plewes, Sr. and Sadie Elisa Tuttle Plewes. Â He was predeceased by his wife of 36 years, Betty Sue Knight Plewes, son, Timothy Leland Plewes and step-son, Nathan Knight Perry. Â Benny retired as an...
Robert "Bob" Michael Barry
Jul 7, 2025
Robert "Bob" Michael Barry, 79, passed away July 7, 2025. Â Bob was born in Boston, MA the son of the late Ret. Capt. Walter Joseph Barry and Mary Theresa McDonald Barry. Â He was a retired high-pressure welder at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Â Bob was a U.S. Army veteran having served in Vietnam and attended Elevate Church. Â He was...
Benjamin Cutchins Ellis Iii
Jul 5, 2025
Benjamin "Benji" Cutchins Ellis III, age 72, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2025, in his hometown of Suffolk, Virginia.
Ben was a devoted husband, proud family man, and loyal friend. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Peggy; his bonus children, Susan McFatter (and her partner Michael) and Michael McFatter (and...
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