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GenealogyBuff.com - Misc. obituaries from the Virginian Pilot newspaper

Posted By: Diane
Date: Wednesday, 19 March 2008, at 3:33 p.m.

U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Jul 31, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Alva W. Bryan

NORFOLK - Alva Williams Bryan, 90, of the 100 block of Westmont Ave., passed away July 29, 2007, in Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital.

A native of Norfolk, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Nancy Williams. She retired from the Norfolk Public School System as a secretary and was an active long-standing member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels for many years and enjoyed square dancing with the Tidewater Twirlers. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed needlepoint and loved doing things with her family.

She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Vincent D. Bryan; her son, Vincent D. “Dave” Bryan Jr. and wife Joanne of Virginia Beach; and two grandchildren, Paul Bryan and wife Andrea of Belleville, Mich., and Julie Bryan of Gloucester, Va.

A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Bruce Carper officiating. The family will receive friends in the home of Joanne and Dave. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 20 Interstate Corporation Center, Suite 233, Norfolk, VA 23502 or Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 288 E. Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA 23505. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Jul 31, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Oscar Walker

NORFOLK - Oscar “Sonny” Walker of the 800 block of Goff St., died July 25, 2007, in his residence. A native of Norfolk, he was the widower of Mary Walker and a member of St. Steven Church of Christ on Maltby Avenue.

Survivors include a special caregiver, Lugene Coor; a caregiver, Lillie Seward; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Greenlawn Memorial Park. The remains will be ready for viewing today from 3:30 to 6 p.m. in Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, where the family will assemble at 10 a.m. Wednesday for the procession. www.carlosahowardfuneralhomes.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Jul 31, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Cora L. James

PORTSMOUTH - Cora L. James, 76, of the 3200 block of Gwin St., passed away July 28, 2007, in Norfolk. She was born April 12, 1931, in Scotland Neck, N.C. She was predeceased by a daughter, Marilyn James. She leaves to cherish her memory, three daughters, Gloria Creekmore (Emmett), Annette Cross (George) and Barbara Saulter (Willie); two sons, William James (Florence) and James E. James Jr.; two sisters; one brother; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral will be held at noon Thursday in New Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 662 Fernwood Farms Road, Chesapeake. Interment will be at Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Family and friends will assemble at 3223 Gwin St., one hour prior to service for procession to the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Jul 31, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Patricia W. Monsen

PORTSMOUTH - Patricia Leigh Wise Monsen, 44, died July 28, 2007, in a Chesapeake

hospital. A

native of Newport News, she

was the daughter of the late

Leeroy Wise.

She owned the

Wiser Choice Cleaning Service, working for the Jewish community in Ghent and loved music, gardening and the outdoors.

Survivors include her mother, Maxine Parnell Wise; two daughters, Lee Ann Wise and companion Mike and Sara Nicole Wise Nelson and husband Erik; and one son, Erik David Nordhoff Monsen, all of Portsmouth; four sisters, Barbara Britton of Portsmouth, Brenda Bullock of Texas, Anne Rhodes of Newport News and Jeanette Best of Yorktown; one brother, John Wise of Newport News; a devoted friend, Mike Coleman and many other friends. She was “Me-Me,” a devoted grandmother to “Angel Bug” Dylan Wise, “Buddy” Logan Nelson and “Princess” Tessa Nelson.

A funeral will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by Randy Bullock. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will be in the funeral home today from 7 to 8 p.m. and other times at 102 Lamper Road, Portsmouth. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :18

Frances A. Hunt

CHESAPEAKE - Frances Alston Hunt, 74, of the 600 block of River Creek Road, died July 29, 2007. Born in Norfolk, she was the widow of Edward Lee Hunt Sr. Frances is survived by three daughters, Elva Hunt Stukes (David Sr.), Brenda Jones and Michelle Lamb (Keith); one stepdaughter, Pearl Oldham (John); sister, Annabell Davis; brother, John Alston Jr.; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; a god daughter, Velvet Jones; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by a son, Edward Lee Hunt Jr. A funeral will be held at noon Friday in the Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1000 Holt St., Norfolk, by Father Ernest L. Belinda. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. A wake will be held Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :18

Helene V. Willis

CHESAPEAKE - Helene Vangol Willis, 90, quietly left us July 29, 2007, in the comfort of

her home after

a long illness.

Helen, as she

was known, was

born Dec. 10,

1916, in New

York City to

Anna Stiriz Vangol and Peter Vangol. After receiving her education in New York, she relocated to Norfolk where she worked at the Colonial Theatre, the Monticello Hotel and also Norfolk-Southern Railroad. She married Ralph E. Willis Jr. in 1946 in Norfolk, and they subsequently made homes in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Maryland. When her husband retired from the FBI, they returned to Virginia Beach and later settled in Chesapeake. Helen was a member of Great Bridge Presbyterian Church.

Helen was an accomplished artist specializing in portraits and still life oil paints. She was skilled in sewing, quilting, embroidery, knitting and crochet. She had a passion for gardening and could make anything grow, thrive and bloom. Helen lived independently until her illness at age 89. She enjoyed the seashore, reading biographies and murder mysteries, iced coffee (even in the winter), Hershey’s chocolate bars, TV, and listening to music. But above all, Helen devoted herself to her family. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were her first priority in life, always giving her unconditional love, care, nurturing and support throughout their lives. Their “Nana” was indeed a very special lady. Helen never spoke a negative word about anyone nor complained about any situation. She was always upbeat and positive, living by her motto, “tomorrow is a new day.”

Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Judith L. Mazzucchelli and her husband Richard of Leesburg, Va., and Jane W. Atkins and her husband Thomas of Virginia Beach; three grandchildren, Michael G. Mazzucchelli and his wife Jane of Takoma Park, Md., Troy E. Munday and his wife Jeanne of Chesapeake and D’Anna Lineberry of Chesapeake; and eight great-grandchildren, Tristhen Wear, Brian Lineberry Jr., Rayden Lineberry, Abigail Munday, Cole Munday, Allison Munday, Tess Mazzucchelli and Ryder Mazzucchelli. Helen was predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband, Ralph E. Willis Jr.; and her great-granddaughter, Bri’Annajane Helene Lineberry.

A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, Cedar Road, Chesapeake. A graveside service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are invited to attend a luncheon following the service in the home of her grandson, Troy Munday, 608 Blackthorne Drive, Chesapeake. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

We will always hold you in our hearts and will strive to live our lives with honesty, grace and dignity as you did yours-so unselfishly and lovingly.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :18

Dorothy Lee Turner

NORFOLK - Dorothy Lee “Dot” Turner, 64, of the 2600 block of Somme Ave., passed away July 29, 2007. She was born Jan. 7, 1943, to the late Ivy Harris and Claude Smith in Washington,

N.C. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Yvette Cutler and Shawnette Turner; one son, Garland R. Smith; three sisters, Gloria Smith, Cora Johnson and Corina Long; six grandchildren, Richard A. Bozeman II, Kendra M. Smith, Keshia N. Bozeman, ShaQuon L. Adams, Dymonds S. Adams and ShaQuil V. Adams; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Minister Bruce A. Johnson will officiate. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Family and friends will assemble at 2640 Somme Ave. one hour prior to the service for the procession to the chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :18

Alphonzo Wilson

NORFOLK - Alphonzo “Phonzo” Wilson, 61, passed away July 28, 2007, in Bon Sec ours DePaul Medical Center He was born Sept. 13, 1945, in Norfolk, where he also was edu cated in the Norfolk Public School System. He worked as a maintenance man for personal services for 10 years. He was predeceased by his father Eugene Wilson and a sister Catherine Riddick.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Brenda Wil son; two daughters, Alfreda Adams and Teresa Burke; one son, Donnell Burke; his mother Oralee Wilson; three sisters Linda Dunnington, Prestine Baker and Mildred Walker; two brothers, Eugene Wilson and Willie R. Wilson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby St. Bishop C.N White will officiate. Interment will be in Rosewood Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. Family and friends will assemble at 1027 Ave. E one hour prior to the service for the procession to the chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :18

John A. Johnson

PORTSMOUTH - John A. “Butterman” Johnson, 86, of the 300 block of Carver Circle, died July 26, 2007, in Bon Secours Maryview

Medical Center. Born in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, he retired from U.S. civil service. He was a member of Fourth Baptist Church, Portsmouth, where he was a deacon and served on the Usher Board.

Surviving are his wife, Annie Johnson; two daughters, Kathryn Rooks of Portsmouth and LaVerne Jackson of Linden, N.J.; three sons, Steve Johnson (Maurica), Ronnie Johnson, both of Portsmouth and Linwood Johnson of Newport News; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Fourth Baptist Church by the Rev. Charles Beamon. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today. Family and friends may assemble at the residence for the procession to the church. Steele-Bullock Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is in charge. Condolences may be sent to www.steelebullockfuneralhome.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :19

Shirley K. Jordan

PORTSMOUTH - Shirley K. Jordan, 74, of the 2100 block of Azalea Ave., died July 27, 2007, at home. He was born in Edenton, N.C., and was a crane and heavy equipment

operator for Vico Construction Co. A funeral will be held at noon Thursday in Noble Street Baptist Church, Portsmouth, by the Rev. Henry P. Jones. Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Corprew Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is in charge of arrangements.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 1, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :19

Jeanette Mendelson

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. - Jeanette (Goodman) Mendelson, 89, formerly of Norfolk, widow of Abe Z. Mendelson, died July 31, 2007. Born in Portsmouth, she was the daughter of the late Louis M. and Rebecca (Brady) Goodman. She was a life member of Gomley Chesed Synagogue, Portsmouth.

She leaves a son, Dr. Louis M. Mendelson and his wife Marjorie of West Hartford; a son-in-law, Herbert Levin of Virginia Beach; five grandchildren, David E. Mendelson of Washington, D.C., Andrew L. Mendelson of Nashville, Tenn., Dr. Ronald B. Levin and his wife Stephanie of Troy, Mich., Scott Levin and his wife Betty Ann of Norfolk and Rebecca Levin and her partner Kathy Duvall of Washington, D.C.; great-grandchildren, Elayna and Alex Levin and Emerson L. Duvall; her brother-in-law, Dr. Arthur Siegel and his wife Mildred of Boca Raton, Fla.; and niece, Sonja Fine and her husband Barry of Chapel Hill, N.C. She was predeceased by her daughter, Elaine M. Levin.

The family expresses its gratitude to Carrie Norfus, Joyce Crane and Stacey Ann Smith for their compassionate care; also to Haywood Cross of Virginia Beach and to Jack and Ronnie Moskowitz of Portsmouth for their friendship. A graveside service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. A memorial period will be observed at 4004 Ocean Front, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, Saturday evening and Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

John W. Patrick

CHESAPEAKE - John W. Patrick, 61, of the 3400 block of Douglas Road, passed away Friday, Aug. 17, 2007, in Chesapeake.

Born in Braddock, Pa., he was the son of William N. and Eleanor Clugsten Patrick of Chesapeake. He was the husband of Sharon A. Patrick.

Survivors include two daughters, Lisa Patrick and Patricia Patrick, both of Chesapeake; one sister, Linda Quehl; and five brothers, Richard, David Sr., George Sr., Marvin and Marlin.

The graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Sam Lewis. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Friends are also invited to sign the online guest book and send condolences at www.omanfh.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Yoriko Ishii Dreblow

NORFOLK - Yoriko Ishii Dreblow, 73, passed away Aug. 15, 2007, with her husband and son at her side.

She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She always put her family first and made many special friends over the years. Yoriko was born in Kanagaua, Japan and raised in Yokosuka, Japan. She worked for the U.S. government as a dental hygienist before coming to the United States. She met her husband, Charles, in California and during his 26 years of naval service she was a proud and supportive Navy wife. She was active and always on the go, taking care of her family and visiting with friends until health problems forced her to slow down several years back. Yoriko will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her husband, Charles L. Dreblow; son, Royce A. Dreblow and his wife Felecia of Chesapeake; two granddaughters, Rachel Teruko Dreblow and Miranda Yoriko Dreblow. She was predeceased by her parents, three brothers and two sisters.

A celebration of Yoriko’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Woodlawn Funeral Home 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. with inurnment to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens The online guest book may be signed by visiting www.woodlawngroup.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Elisabeth F. Harrison

PORTSMOUTH - Elisabeth Frye Harrison, 82, of the 2900 block of Smithfield Road, passed away Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007, in her residence.

She was a member of Biltmore Baptist Church and a retired Tidewater real estate broker. She was a native of East Milton, Mass., and a daughter to the late J. Claud Frye and Ruth Frye Sorenson. She was predeceased by her husband, Coolidge Harrison; a daughter, Geri Williams Gray; and a son, Eddie Caviness.

Survivors include two daughters, Mary Austin and husband Mike of Portsmouth and Kathy M. Gonzalez and husband Rick of Chesapeake; one son, Ben Miller of Fayetteville, N.C.; a sister, Ruth Harrison of Colerain, N.C.; two brothers, David Frye of England and Jessie Frye of Florida; 16 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. T.M. Frye. Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and also at the daughter’s residence following the service at 715 Wood Duck Lane in Chesapeake.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Charles R. Rose

PORTSMOUTH - Services for Charles Robert Rose will be held at 1 p.m. today in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

Evelyn Duncan Parrish

VIRGINIA BEACH - Evelyn Duncan Parrish was born in Macon, Ga., on May 13, 1919. She was an only child, a fact that would shape her life and friendships.

The family moved to New York, where she later met and married Charles Edward Parrish. Evelyn became a widow at a very young age and worked extremely hard to raise and support her two children, Lavitia and Charles. In 1991, she retired from the Archdiocese Children’s Home in Brooklyn, N.Y. She continued to do volunteer work for the next nine years.

Evelyn was devoted to and guided by God throughout her life. She had a zest for life, loved people and worked tirelessly, lending a helping hand whenever and wherever she could. There was nothing she would not do for family or friends.

In 2001, when she became ill and had to relocate to Virginia Beach with her son, it was her faith in God that kept her positive. Through the heartaches and pain, she leaned on Him and her spirits remained high.

On Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007, the Lord called one of his angels home. She was predeceased by her daughter, Lavitia Providence who was called home in March 2001.

Evelyn leaves to cherish her memory, a son, Charles Parrish (Sandra) of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Scott Parrish (Shana) of New Jersey, Marc Parrish of Atlanta, Stephen Providence (Judith) of Virginia and Andrea Robinson of New York; seven great-grandchildren, Wayne, Christina, Vincent, Stephanie, Terry, Joshua and Bryce; cousins, Rose Richards and Brenda Falus, both of New York, as well as friends she met along the way.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Piney Grove Baptist Church, 2804 Holland Road, Virginia Beach. The Rev. Todd C. Davidson will officiate. Interment will be at Colonial Grove Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. Family and friends will assemble at the church. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Street Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

“If I can help somebody as I travel on my way, then my living shall not be in vain.”

The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :22

John Winston Siebert

VIRGINIA BEACH - Jack W. Siebert, 88, passed away peacefully Aug. 17, 2007, in his Sandbridge Beach home surrounded by his family. Born Jan. 29, 1919, in Norfolk, Jack enjoyed a wonderful life with his family and friends and was passionate about his work as a Realtor and his community involvements. In most cases, Jack’s winning personality usually resulted in him becoming president of whatever association he joined. Jack was a former member of the Talbot Park Baptist Church and the Blackwater Baptist Church. He was a devoted Sunday school teacher for many years and also served on the Board of Deacons.

Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. After a career as a longshoreman for 26 years, Jack became a real estate broker in 1963. He co-founded Warren, Siebert, Page Realty in Norfolk in 1964 and was president/owner in 1966. In 1973, he established a branch office at Sandbridge Beach. He and his wife Jean ultimately established Siebert Realty in 1980. Throughout his real estate career, he received numerous awards that include twice being voted “Realtor of the Year” by the local Board of Realtor. He served as president of the Norfolk Board of Realtors, president of the Virginia Association of Realtors, and was vice president of the National Association of Realtors.

Jack was pleased to be the Past Grand Master (1961) of the Corinthian Lodge No. 266, Norfolk, as well as a member of the Scottish Rite and a Shriner. Additionally, Jack was a loyal member of the Norfolk Host Lions Club and the Virginia Beach Auxiliary Police. Jack was honored to serve twice as president of the American Cancer Society and was proud of his involvement with the Old Dominion University Intercollegiate Foundation Board. He received an honorary degree from Old Dominion in 2001.

Jack’s favorite pastimes were being with family and friends and cheering on the ODU Monarchs men’s basketball team. He loved “his” team and was a longtime, enthusiastic supporter. They will greatly miss their “head cheerleader.”

Jack was predeceased by his parents, Fredrick and Hattie Siebert and his siblings, Virginia Siebert Miller, Fred “B” Siebert and William Siebert. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Jean. He also leaves to cherish his memory his sons, John Keenan and his wife Deb of Kitty Hawk, N.C., James Keenan and his wife Jennifer of Virginia Beach and Patrick Keenan and his wife Lea of Virginia Beach; and his daughters, Susan Parsons and her husband Ronnie of Suffolk and Joanne Young and her husband James of Virginia Beach. He also leaves 12 grandchildren, Drew and Grant Keenan, Gregory, Sarah and Caroline Keenan, Jacob and Rachel Keenan, Patrick and Allison Young, Ginny Doughtie and Holly and Katie Parsons; three great-grandchildren, Jordan, Grayson and Aaron Doughtie. The Siebert Realty team was also a big part of Jack’s family, and they will miss him dearly. His light-hearted humor and passion for life were an inspiration to everyone.

A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. today in the First Presbyterian Church, 300 36th St., Virginia Beach. Interment will be at the Eastern Shore Chapel Cemetery, 2020 Laskin Road, immediately following the service. To celebrate Jack’s life, friends are invited to join the family at the Princess Anne Country Club, 3800 Pacific Ave., Virginia Beach, at 4 p.m. or immediately following the interment. The family would like to express its deep appreciation to the wonderful caregivers and the Hospice Group for their loving care of Jack during his advance stages of Alzheimer’s.

Jack…you were a great husband, father, friend and Realtor. You enriched the lives of those you touched, and you will long be remembered in our hearts and in our community.

H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, handled arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hdoliver.com.

:The Virginian-Pilot; :Aug 20, 2007; :Hampton Roads; :23

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Lessie S. Williams

LONGWOOD, Fla. - Lessie Strickland Williams, 99, formerly of Chesapeake, passed away Friday, Aug. 17, 2007. She was a native of Wendell, N.C., and was predeceased by her husband, James C. Williams Sr. She was a member of West End United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Mary C. Carter of Richmond; three sons, James C. Williams Jr. of Sanford, Fla., Bobby L. Williams and wife Lydia of San Antonio, Texas and Shelton R. Williams and wife Bea of Portsmouth; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Heart Association.

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