Donna Cooley Davis
Sep 2, 2026
Donna Cooley Davis, born on September 26, 1953, in Suffolk, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia, at the age of 72. She was a dedicated and loving mother, and cherished friend.
Donna is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Calvin Dewey Cooley, Jr. and Mary Catherine Wright Cooley. She leaves behind her son, Matthew Davis;...
Milton Gene Stewart
Aug 31, 2026
Milton Gene Stewart, born on February 28, 1949, in Portsmouth, Virginia, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, in Carrsville, Virginia, at the age of 77.Milton devoted his professional life to serving as a Civil Service Contract Specialist until his retirement. His career was marked by dedication and integrity, reflecting the same values he carried into all aspects of his...
William Oscar Lane
Aug 25, 2026
William "Bill" Oscar Lane, born on June 14, 1932, in Gates County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia, at the age of 94.
In his youth, his family sharecropped, using mules (before upgrading to a tractor), and in so doing, he developed a work ethic that remained with him and motivated those around him. In...
James Thomas Alexander
Aug 22, 2026
Portsmouth, Virginia, welcomed James Thomas "Jamie" Alexander into the world on July 13, 1979. On August 22, 2026, at the age of 47, James left this world in Fairfax, Virginia, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and passion that will inspire all who knew him.
A devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, James' life was marked by his unwavering...
Howard Keith Reynolds
Aug 15, 2026
Howard Keith Reynolds, age 66, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia. Born on August 18, 1959, in Fort Worth, Texas, he lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for family.
Howard proudly served his country as a Storekeeper First Class (SK1) in the United States Navy, where his responsibilities took him aboard various naval vessels...
Berlene Ann Severino Byrum
Aug 15, 2026
Berlene Ann Severino Byrum, 86, of Suffolk, Virginia, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, August 15, 2026. She was born on Wednesday, January 31, 1940 in Southampton County, Virginia. She lived her life with a heart of gold, a fiercely independent spirit, and unwavering love for her family.
Berlene was one of 5 children...
Emily Gray Hankins
Aug 14, 2026
Emily Gray Hankins, born on January 22, 1998, in Portland, Oregon, passed away on August 14, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia, at the age of 28. Her departure leaves a deep sadness in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Emily served her country with honor and distinction as a First Class Petty Officer in the United States Navy. Her dedication and commitment...
James Raymond Mann
Aug 10, 2026
James "Jim" Raymond Mann, aged 83, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, in his hometown of Suffolk, Virginia. Born on August 27, 1942, Jim lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and country.
Jim proudly served as a member of the United States Air Force, exemplifying the values of service and duty that he carried with him...
Arthur Ray Curry
Aug 7, 2026
Arthur Ray Curry, born on August 5, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia, passed away peacefully two days later on August 7, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia. Though his time with us was brief, he touched the hearts of those around him, leaving an indelible mark on his family and all who awaited his arrival.
Arthur is survived by his loving parents, Lawrence Ray...
William "Sonny" Jonah Edwards, Jr.
Aug 6, 2026
William “Sonny” Jonah Edwards, Jr., 92, passed away August 6, 2026. He was born in Suffolk, Virginia the son of the late William Jonah Edwards, Sr. and Chloe Clements Edwards. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy Ann Byrd Edwards and sisters, Edith Norfleet, Carolyn Rountree, Ionne Yetman, and Alma Poole. Sonny retired as a machinist for...
Roger Dale Everett
Aug 5, 2026
Roger Dale Everett, 77, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026.
Roger was born on December 3, 1948, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to the late Herman Edward Everett and Juanita Louise Walker Everett Summers. As the son of a military family, he spent his childhood living around the world, an experience that shaped his resilience and appreciation for...
Dennis Lea Meier
Jul 29, 2026
Dennis Lea Meier, born on October 14, 1953, in Norfolk, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 29, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at the age of 72.
Throughout his life, Dennis contributed to the community by working in various capacities for the City of Norfolk. His dedication and work ethic were evident in his many years of...
Nancy Martin Hedgepeth
Jul 28, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Nancy Martin Hedgepeth, who departed this life on July 28, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on August 4, 1943, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Nancy lived a life full of love, dedication, and joy until her peaceful passing in Suffolk, Virginia.
Nancy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend...
Linda Lee Simpson
Jul 25, 2026
Linda Lee Simpson, 83, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born in Nansemond County, Virginia to the late Edgar Wilson Simpson and Olivia Louise Smith Simpson. She graduated from Suffolk High School Class of 1961. Linda worked at the Suffolk Police Department for 23 years and at the Suffolk Department of Social Services for 20 years. During her...
Linwood B. Taylor Jr.
Jul 23, 2026
Linwood B. "LB" Taylor Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at the age of 75 in Suffolk, Virginia. Born on January 28, 1951, in Chowan County, North Carolina, LB was known for his warm heart and infectious spirit.
LB spent his career as a dedicated dump truck driver for Burke Trucking, where...
James Kellie Holland
Jul 23, 2026
James Kellie Holland, 86, passed away on July 23, 2026. Kellie was born on March 26, 1940 in Nansemond County, Virginia to the late James Edward Holland and Beulah Griffin Jones. He is also predeceased by his brother, Melvin Holland.
In 1989, Kellie married Martha Drake, and together they built a life centered around love and family. Kellie had a deep...
Sandra Leigh Brinkley
Jul 21, 2026
Sandra Leigh Brinkley, a beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 21, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia, at the age of 81.
Sandra was born on March 1, 1945, in Nansemond County, Virginia, to Lewis and Mabel Ward Brinkley. She grew up surrounded by a loving family and shared many joyous moments with...
Kenneth Wilton Spiers
Jul 18, 2026
Kenneth Wilton "Ken" Spiers, 79, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Suffolk, Virginia. He was born on May 31, 1947 in Petersburg, Virginia to the late Fern Simmons Spiers and Norfleet Wilton Spiers. He is also predeceased by the love of his life, Julia Elizabeth Nickols Hash. He served in the United States Navy with honor during the...
Thomas Louis Cross
Jul 18, 2026
Thomas Louis Cross, a beloved husband, father, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia. Born on June 23, 1946, in Suffolk, Virginia, Thomas lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family and community. He was 80 years old at the time of his passing.
Thomas began his career at...
Rachel Ann Belcher
Jul 17, 2026
Rachel Ann "Shug" Belcher passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Suffolk, Virginia, at the age of 88. Born on December 29, 1937, in Windsor, Virginia, she lived a life characterized by dedication to her family and community.
Rachel was a devoted bus aide for the City of Suffolk Public Schools, where her kindness and patience touched the lives of...
