Recent Obituaries
William Thomas Edwards
Sep 12, 2021
William Thomas Edwards, 79 was called home by the Lord thy God on Sunday, September 12,2021 at Riverside Medical Center in Newport News, VA. William T” Puddin” Edwards was born in Isle of Wight County on September 4, 1942 to the late Clarence J. and Emily Davis Edwards. After living in New Jersey for the past 40 years William moved...
Steven Andre Gordon
Sep 6, 2021
When mortal life is over, and God says come to me The only thing that matters, is that with Him I am free God needed me so much more than anyone I know And now my place is in His arms, to Him I had to go Steven Andre Gordon transitioned this life from earth to glory on Sunday, September...
Calvin Blizzard
Sep 6, 2021
Life Deacon Calvin “Roosevelt” Blizzard, affectionately known to co-workers as they traveled may miles over the highways and byways as Road Runner. Calvin, the son of the late Joseph and Frances Bailey Blizzard was born March 10, 1946 in Elizabeth City County, Virginia. On Monday, September 6, 2021, GOD extended his arms and welcomed him to eternal rest. He was...
Shamare M. Cypress
Sep 5, 2021
On September 05, 2021, Our Heavenly Father opened up his pearly gates and allowed the soul of our beloved daughter and sister, Shamare’ Mariah Cypress, to enter into Heaven. She accepted Chris as her Lord and Savior on September 23, 2018. Shamare’, A.K.A. “Mare” was born September 13, 2004 in Suffolk, Va. to Shalisa Y. Simpson and Shelton A. Cypress...
Joe Louis Butler
Sep 4, 2021
Joe Louis Butler departed this Earthly life on Saturday, Sept 4, 2021 surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren. Joe or “Flatbush” as he was affectionately called was born August 3, 1937 to the late Deacon Isaac Butler & Mable Butler. Joe was a lifelong resident of Isle of Wight County until his death. Joe received Christ at an early...
Rosetta Booker Butler
Aug 27, 2021
"And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself, that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14:3 For every memory that is shared here today, there are hundreds that will come back every time we think of her, Rosetta Booker Butler. Rosetta was born ninety-three years ago...
Marien H. Eley
Aug 21, 2021
Marien H. Eley, affectionately known as “Marie” and “Ree Ree” departed peacefully from this earth on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at 1:45 PM, surrounded by her loved ones at the Maryview Nursing Care Center in Suffolk, VA. Marie was born on October 13, 1943, to the late Ollie Sr. and Margaret Holloman in Ivor, VA as one of five siblings....
Sonya D. Simmons
Aug 20, 2021
Sonya D. Simmons, 56, went to her heavenly home on Friday, August 20, 2021 in Washington, DC. She was born to Mary A. Simmons of Portsmouth, VA and Hurley J. Simmons of Zuni, VA. Sonya was a loving, humble person that always cared for others. Sonya graduated from Churchland High School in 1983. She attended Tidewater Community and graduated from...
Horace Lee Batten
Aug 16, 2021
Horace Lee Batten passed away suddenly on Monday, August 16, 2021 at his home to join his beloved wife.
He was born to Ernest batten and Jeanette Bowser batten on April 30, 1929. He was united in holy matrimony to Lila Mae Kee on December 23, 1949. Horace attended Isle of Wight County Public Schools and retired from Gwaltney...
Riley Evans
Aug 13, 2021
Riley Evans transitioned this life on Friday, August 13, 2021 in Windsor, VA. Viewing will take place from 4-6pm on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at the Funeral Chapel. Please keep the Evans family in your prayers.
Rhonda L. Flood
Aug 11, 2021
Rhonda L. Flood, 45, transitioned from this life to her heavenly home on Wednesday August 11, 2021 in Newport News, Va. Rhonda was employed by I am Companion Home Health Care LLC. Rhonda was loved by everyone and will be remembered for her larger than life spirit. Rhonda was born on September 21,1975 to Jeanette Flood and the late Frederick...
Elder John A. Johnson Jr.
Aug 10, 2021
Elder John Johnson, Jr., also known as Johnny was called home to rest on August 10, 2021. He was born to John Johnson, Sr. and Mary Faulks Johnson in Nansemond County, VA. He was joined in holy matrimony to Shirley Davis Johnson. They were blessed with 5 daughters, Tarsha Davis, Shenille Davis, Maisha Johnson, Sierra Johnson and Nicole Johnson and...
Sylethia Ann Hawkins
Aug 5, 2021
“Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate” Proverb 31:31 On Thursday, August 5, 2021, God in his perfect wisdom called the Matriarch of our family, Pastor Emeritus Sylethia Ann Hawkins, from a life of labor to her eternal reward. Pastor Sylethia was born in Warwick County, Virginia on August...
Eunice Peele
Aug 3, 2021
Eunice Peele transitioned from this life on Tuesday, August 03, 2021 at her residence. Eunice “Dee” James-Peele, a devoted wife, mother, sister, cousin, dancer, realtor and friend entered into eternal rest peacefully on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, in Hampton, Va. Born in Hampton, to the late Arthur and Eunice James, Eunice was also preceded by the death of her brother...
Dalton Batten Sr.
Aug 2, 2021
Dalton Lee Batten, a native of Isle of Wight County and the son of the late Clem and Agnes Batten, entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 2nd 2021 at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Va. He was 78. Any attempt to summarize this man’s life in the few words allotted here would be futile at best but it suffices...
Virginia Taliaferro Uzzle
Aug 2, 2021
Mother Uzzle entered into glory, departing this life on Monday, August 02, 2021 at the age of 94. She was a native of Isle of Isle of Wight County. She was born February 05, 1927, to the late Isaiah and Mary Taliaferro. She was a Lifetime member and Mother of Mt. Tabor Church Of God In Christ. In the last...
Nicholas Adam Day
Jul 30, 2021
SMSgt Nicholas Adam Day, age 37, passed away on 7/30/21 in Smithfield, VA. He was born in Tacoma, WA and joined the Air Force in 2002. He served 19 years and achieved rank of Senior Master Sergent. He married Stephanie Danielle Medrano (Dani) on September 19, 2020 in Franklin, VA. He was survived by his Wife Dani Day, Son Colby...
Levance L. Harrison
Jul 24, 2021
Levance "Lemo" Harrison, 57, of Windsor, VA gained his wings on July 24, 2021. He was born on August 6, 1963 to the late Levance and Dora Mae Harrison. He attended IOW County schools where he met the love of his life, Vanessa. He was employed by Smithfield Foods for over 30 years. Along with his parents, he was preceded...
Wilbert Eldridge Tynes Sr.
Jul 23, 2021
On Friday, July 23, 2021, God in his infinite wisdom and power reached down from heaven to usher his servant Wilbert Eldridge Tynes, Sr. from earthly labor to heavenly reward. Wilbert or “Teddy”, as he was affectionately called by those who knew him, was born in Isle of Wight County on Sunday, July 27, 1947 to the late William Thomas...
Sylvia C. Blizzard
Jul 19, 2021
OUR BELOVED MASTERPIECE (A Complete Work of Art) Life Sylvia Clinton Blizzard, affectionately known to her family as Puddin, daughter of the late Dennis L. and Sadie Blow Clinton was born August 8, 1949 in Smithfield, Virginia. On Monday, July 19, 2021 the gates of Heaven opened and welcomed her to eternal rest. She was preceded in death by both...
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