She was a native of Gloucester. As a member of the 315th Troop Carrier Squadron he received the Air Medal for meritorious achievement and exceptional airmanship in the execution of missions in Holland. Published by Daily Press on Nov. 27, 2022. . Dr. Robert D. Marston officiating. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Francine B. Blizzard; and his parents, John Henry and Cora Rhodes Blizzard. 3, trading places in the rankings with Western Branch after beating the Bruins 7-3. Smithfield Obituaries | Local Obits for Smithfield, VA - Legacy.com Whether you have come to our site for information about an upcoming service or to make arrangements for one, we hope the information you find here will be helpful. From casket choices to funeral flowers, we will provide individualized funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. You can unsubscribe at any time. Greater Hampton obituaries from the Daily Press and other Virginia obituary sources. Karl F. Lanier, age 88, a native and lifelong resident of Newport News, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. You can click this link to create an obituary. Viewing will take place Friday, April 28, 2023 from 3-6pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Professional services entrusted to the White-Tidewater Funeral Home, Jamaica. Send Flowers Send Flowers. Dr. Braxton Allport Jr., will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church. 12 as their 4-3 win over Poquoson drops the Islanders out of the top five to No. Mr. Lanier was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Robertson Lanier. His love showed through his conversation. Express your condolences with flowers sent to Lawrence's family. Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. He was a native of Weston, W.Va., and had been a Peninsula resident since 1973. 4 this week, as the Warriors dropped three places to No. Daily Press Recent Obituaries: All of Daily Press's Recent Obituaries Share your thoughts and memories of Lawrence, Share your thoughts and memories with family and friends of Lawrence. Great Bridge surged from No. Reynolds Funeral Home, Ahoskie, N.C., is in charge of arrangements. Martha Massey died Feb. 3, 1999. The family will receive friends on Friday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. Box 527, Gloucester, Va. 23062. The family gives sincere thanks for all the cards, flowers, and support. Donations may be made to the Peninsula Boys' Club or the charity of your choice. Kellam's Grace Andes throws the ball to first during a game at Kempsville High in Virginia Beach last week. In lieu of flowers, the family request expressions of sympathy be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Betty Page Bristow, P.O. JACKSON BURCH OBITUARY. The victory lifted the Grizzlies three spots to No. All Rights Reserved. The lone newcomer to the Top 15 is Grafton, which beat ranked teams Poquoson and Deep Creek among three wins last week. Paul Housenworth, was held Tuesday in West Andover Cemetery in Andover, Ohio. Tom Bosserman and the Rev. A memorial funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Norview Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. Kellam (15-0) held onto the top spot in the 757Teamz top 15 in softball courtesy of a hard-fought 2-0 win over Beach District foe Kempsville. Smitty was employed by the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. until his illness. Maxine McDaniel Lundin, age 75, of Wake, formerly of Richmond, loving mother and grandmother, widow of Charles E. Lundin Sr., passed away at home on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999, after a short illness. Mr. Lanier is listed in "Who's Who in the South and Southwest" and in "Personalities of the South." Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. A funeral service, conducted by the Rev. Explore life stories, offer tributes/condolences, send flowers or create a lasting online memorial for loved ones. Ms. Kazuko Bauguess, 67, a native of Japan, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Poole's Funeral Home | Smithfield VA funeral home and cremation Burial will be in Bethany Church Cemetery. He was the . Enter your email below to receive a grief support message from us each day for a year. She was born in Mathews County and was the widow of Liston Downs. Obituaries | Smithfield Times She was a member of Norview Presbyterian Church. Viewing will be Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. He loved to talk and joke, which resulted in longtime friendships with many throughout the years. Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. OBITUARIES - Daily Press She was born in Isle of Wight County and had been a resident of Newport News for many years. NOTE: These rankings are based on results reported to The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press before Mondays games. Local survivors are her sister, Mrs. Rosa W. Hooper, of Newport News; a brother and his wife, Thomas and Catherine Weaver, of Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Retired Maj. Charles R. "Pat" Rex died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999, of cancer after a brief illness. At 15-0 the Knights, who host No. He is survived by three daughters, Felicia Bailey of Smithfield, Erica and Jessica Cordela of Newport News; three sons, Milton Hayes of New Jersey, Anthony Bailey of Detroit and Andrew Bailey of Smithfield; four sisters, Rosa Lee Bailey of Newport News, Cora Bailey of Smithfield, Mary Lou Bailey of New Jersey and Margaret Bailey of Newport News; two brothers, Willie E. Bailey, and his wife, Shirley Bailey, of Smithfield, and Walter Bailey of Newport News; and a devoted friend, Grace Wiggins, of Franklin. A Celebration of Life is on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Family Life Church, 14411 La Paz Dr, Victorville, CA 92395. She was known for her courage, generosity, and as an excellent role model. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. A.G. Austin. He was a firefighter for the U.S. Civil Service at Langley Air Force Base for the last 18 years. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. She is survived by her son, James D. Olson, and wife, Judy L. Olson, of Yorktown; daughter, Miriam Ann Olson, of Hampton; grandson, Michael S. Olson, and his wife, Brenda L. Olson, of Las Vegas, Nev.; and sister, Anna Erickson, of Michigan. 757Teamz softball top 15: Kellam, area's only unbeaten team, stays on She is survived by a son, Paul H. Downs, and his wife, Anne, of Virginia Beach; brother, Wilson Armstead, of Mathews; sister, Ruby Grubb, of Ark; and many loving nieces and nephews. Survivors include his wife, Regina I. Burkhammer; two daughters, Kimberly Y. Wright and Debra D. Farrow, both of Newport News; his mother, Freda M. Burkhammer, of Weston, W.Va.; two sisters, Clara Cutright and Mary Taylor, both of Weston, W.Va.; two brothers, Darrell and Charles Burkhammer, both of Weston, W.Va.; and four grandchildren, Michael and Kristin Spiridigliozzi, Jennifer Crane and Justin Farrow. (Rev. In his memory, contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, P.O. 6 Western Branch in this weeks biggest game, are the only unbeaten team in Hampton Roads. Born in 1953 and a graduate of Apple Valley HS in 1971, Virgi worked at Victor Valley Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center before her retirement. Arrangements by Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 3C, Newport News, Va. 23606-4217. Richard Brown officiating. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. Recent Obituaries | Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory Les passed away peacefully . He was a member of the Escobrook Baptist Church, Shacklefords. He made everyone that he encountered smile and often laugh. Lawrence E. Blizzard, Sr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 11 a.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, by Pastor Larry Bateman. Bob White and Rev. Kellam held onto the top spot in the 757Teamz top 15 in softball courtesy of a hard-fought 2-0 win over Beach District foe Kempsville. Lawrence has eight grandchildren, Joseph Rush III (Joy); Delvenia Brown (Jeffrey); Lenisha Jackson-Miles (Charles); Lowell Taylor II; Antoine Taylor (Paige); Fanshawn Taylor-Evans (John); Lawrence Blizzard III (Shaquanna) and Lauren Blizzard. Leslie Rutledge Obituary (1944 - 2021) - Smithfield, VA - Daily Press She was comforted by her three children, Charles E. Lundin Jr., Mary Lou Lundin of Richmond and Joan Lundin Henley of Wake; and three grandchildren, Stephanie, Eric and Christopher Henley. Virgi is survived by her former husband, Bill Rich, and their children, Danielle Durham, Vanessa Stevens, Steve Durham, Ciata DeWeese, Brandy Hahs, and Frank Rich as well as nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and four brothers. Daily Press Obituaries in Victorville, CA | Daily Press A graveside service will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Janice Edwards, 58, lost a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999. Following his retirement, Lanier joined the faculty as a lecturer at the College of William and Mary, Graduate School of Business (1976-83), and continued his work as chairman of the Investment Committee for Newport News Employees' Retirement Fund (1972-96) and as vice chairman of the Board of Commissioners for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (1978-94). Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home, Saluda. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Start your morning in-the-know with the day's top stories. Mr. Samuel C. Stokes died on Jan. 27, 1999. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She served under Bishop "Daddy" McCollough as well as our present overseer, Daddy Madison. She is survived by one son, Michael Nevseta, and his wife, Carol, of Pittsburgh; three grandchildren; and one sister, Blanche Rowe Trombley, of Hayes. A homegoing celebration will be Saturday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. from the Escobrook Baptist Church, Shacklefords, with the pastor, the Rev. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Francine B. Blizzard; and his parents, John Henry and Cora Rhodes Blizzard. Arrangements by Wright Funeral Home, Franklin. He is survived by his mother, Hazel Stokes. He was a native of Isle of Wight County. Virginia Alamillo Rich Obituary - Daily Press He leaves to cherish his memories one goddaughter, Evelyn Manley of Alexandria; one brother, Richard Smith of Newport News; five sisters, Mamie A. Batchelor, Mary J. Tolliver and Patty Z. Highsmith of Hampton, Margaret S. Lynch and Hilda S. Jefferson of Richmond; four sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law; five nieces, 12 nephews, 19 great-nieces and nephews, six great-great-nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. 8721 Colonial Trail East | Smithfield, VA 23430 | Tel: 1-757-357-4742 | Miss. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. Woodrow M. Brown Jr., pastor, and the Rev. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of She was a member of Norview Baptist Church. Because of her love for the Lord, we rejoice in the confidence that she will enjoy eternal life with her husband who preceded her, Woodrow "Woody" Wilson Forbes. A funeral will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Pleasant Plains Baptist Church, Highway 13 South, Ahoskie, N.C. Interment will be in the church cemetery. SMITHFIELD Milton Olander "Big Dog" Bailey, 62, died Feb. 1, 1999. Viewing will be Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m. at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, and two hours prior to the service Friday at the church. 7. He is survived by his wife, Virginia H. Schuler; and brother-in-law, Walter W. Weiss Jr. A funeral service, conducted by the Rev. Who Where Receive obituaries Frederick Gibbs Jr. April 4, 2023 (64 years old) View obituary Adrienne Carr April 1, 2023 (64 years old) View obituary Janice Cypress Ruth Dagmar Olson, 84, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999, in Hampton. The service will be held at 1 p.m. by the Rev. He received the Meritorious Award from the American Heart Association in 1965 and the Brotherhood Citation from the National Conference of Christians and Jews in 1975. He is survived by his two children, Sue Todd Lanier of San Mateo, Calif., and K. Frederick Lanier Jr. of Williamsburg, and his wife, Danuta, and their two children, Cristina and Elizabeth Todd. . Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence at 12:15 p.m. Saturday. Lawrence was having bible studies to become one of Jehovahs servants for many years. He has a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Providingfuneral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Lanier retired as president of First & Merchants National Bank of the Peninsula after a 46-year career in the banking industry. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Moses Lee Smith, "Smitty," of 210 Manchester Drive, Hampton, went home to rest on Thursday, Jan. 28, 1999, at the Coliseum Park Nursing Home, Hampton. He had been a Virginia resident since 1962 and a resident of Williamsburg since 1990. Jackson Burch Obituary (2010 - 2022) - Smithfield, VA - Daily Press He retired from Sears Roebuck in 1982. DAILY PRESS OBITUARIES: Complete listing of Daily Press Obituaries He owned and operated a men's clothing store in Des Plaines, Ill., before moving to Virginia. Our honest service and commitment to excellence have served our customers well, and you can rest assured that we can assist you in your time of need. Funeral Home website by, Join our obituary notification email list. Born in 1953 and a graduate of Apple Valley HS in 1971, Virgi worked at . She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence V. Olson, and her daughter, Ruth Lynn Olson. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He was the . The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at O.H. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Mr. Allen Roane, 74, departed this life Feb. 1, 1999, at Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News. Family and friends should assemble at the residence by 12:15 p.m. on Friday. Twelve great-grandchildren, Kimaana Miles; Kedar Miles; Khemi Miles; Henry Rush; Cash Rush; Jahzara Manley; Shamiyah Taylor; Ahmyas Taylor; Briylin Taylor; JuanYae Evans; JAdore Evans, and Sincere Blizzard. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, at Peninsula Funeral Home. He was a civil engineer in Newport News from 1965 until he retired in 1982. Mr. Will Conley, widower of Rose Mary Conley, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 1999, at Sentara Bayside Hospital. SMITHFIELD - Charles Randal Edwards Sr., 57, of 14245 Poor House Road, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1998. She was the widow of Sidney Coleman. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Helen L. Roane; two sons, Ernest A. Roane of Silver Spring, Md., and Walter T. Roane of Petersburg; two daughters-in-law, Evelyn and Sharleen Roane; three grandchildren; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law. E. Ray Bynum officiating. Sam Elvis "Slim" Eubanks, 85, husband of Marian Turner Eubanks, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Arrangements by Pretlow and Chapman Funeral Home. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1965 after 22 years of service. He worked at Newport News Shipbuilding for seventeen years before moving on from that employer to pursue his passion for working the land and starting his own company, L. E. Blizzard Landscaping & Grading. He met the love of his life, Francine, in his teenage years, and together they have five children; Wanda Blizzard of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Angela Bremby (David) of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Venus Taylor (Lowell) of Nassau, Bahamas; Lawrence Blizzard Jr. (Dorothy) of Smithfield, Virginia and Jewel Blizzard of Newport News, Virginia. Repast immediately following the burial at the United House of Prayer, hosted by the Second Senior Choir. She is also survived by her stepmother, Alma McDaniel; and two half-brothers, James Thomas McDaniel and William C. McDaniel of Richmond. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Lawrence J. Biermann. The loss of a loved one can leave you with a lot of unanswered questions, feelings of stress and anxiety and grief that makes events difficult to handle. Vernon Murray. He was a native of Isle of Wight County and was president of Smithfield Lumber Co. Inc. Our support in your time of need does not end after the funeral services. Family and friends will assemble at 16125 West Bryon Dr., Smithfield Heights. Services entrusted to the professional staff of Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. She received her education in North Carolina, which was also her birth state. He moved to Newport News in 1955. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News, Va. 23607; or to the Boy Scouts of America, 11725 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, Va. 23606. Recent Obituaries | Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Downtown) 1601 27th Street Newport News, VA 23607 757-380-0251 Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Denbigh) 14346 Old Courthouse Way Newport News, VA 23602 (757) 380-0251 Search the Obituaries Show All / Browse Obituaries Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. He was a native of Isle of Wight County. She served faithfully with the Second Senior Choir until her health failed her. Let the family know you are thinking of them. KENDALL WARNER/STAFF (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot). Jay Ashby. Arrangements are pending at Weymouth Funeral Home. The family will be at the church one hour prior to services for a visitation with friends. She loved them all. A native of Bessemer, Mich., she had been a resident of Hampton for 25 years. Lanier was graduated from the Graduate School of Banking, Rutgers University (1951). 10 two weeks ago, continues its rise through the rankings and is up to No. He was an honest, hard-working man of his word and always left his customers pleased. Glen E. Burkhammer, 61, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Local obituaries for Smithfield, Virginia 453 Obituaries Sunday, April 30, 2023 Add Photos 16 Memories Estelle Jamison (McDowall) Following a short illness, Estelle McDowall Jamison died on. Virginia (Virgi) Alamillo Rich, 70, passed away surrounded by family after a yearlong battle with cancer on April 6, 2023. He retired from the U.S. Air Force, Langley, in 1978. Neighbors and passersby will remember the beauty she created on the corner of Amherst Street and Chesapeake Boulevard. Edith Rowe Nevseta, age 75, died Jan. 31, 1999. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, three daughters, Geraldine Clark, Gracie Jordan and Margaret Banks, all of Newport News; two sons, Thomas Banks of Fort Washington, Md., and Alfred Crews of Hampton; two sisters, Martha Faunteroy of Hampton and Virginia McClenney of Newport News; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a very special friend. Interment will be in Lower United Methodist Church Cemetery. Jehovah has Lawrence in his memory, and there will be a joyous time when he will be resurrected to an earthly paradise. The service will also be viewable via livestream, please refer to the funeral homes website; www.cookebros.com. She was a life master of bridge; member of the Church of the Good Shepard in Richmond; attended Lower United Methodist Church in Hartfield; and was an advocate of birds and wildlife. He grew up knowing how to landscape, plant/harvest vegetables, and farm. Upon coming to Newport News, she became one of the original parishioners of the United House of Prayers under the leadership of Bishop C.M. Virginia (Virgi) Alamillo Rich, 70, passed away surrounded by family after a yearlong battle with cancer on April 6, 2023. The next five: Smithfield, Kecoughtan, Gloucester, Kempsville, York. She is also survived by her special niece, Clare "Bobbie" Jones, and nephew, Thomas "Bail of Cotton" Jones, her care givers; as well as her extended children, Martha "Marthie" Staton and family. Arrangements by O.H. She was a resident of Newport News for many years. Poole's Funeral Home | Smithfield VA funeral home and cremation local_florist Providing funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. OBITUARIES - Daily Press OBITUARIES - Daily Press She was the first born to the union of the late Frank and Annie Watson. Box 22, Urbanna, Va. 23175; or to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P.O. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. The family has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. Obituary: Virginia "Ginny" Trott McCabe - Portland Press Herald In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Staff Builder's Hospice, 6161 Kempsville Circle, Suite 205, Norfolk, Va. 23502. Simply browse the Smithfields obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. Arrangements by Peninsula Funeral Home. 2023 Poole's Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Brown's A.M.E. Church, Smithfield, Virginia. She joined Cherry Chapel Baptist Church, Hobgood, N.C., and accepted Christ as her personal savior. She leaves to celebrate her life, one sister, Mrs. Susie Watson Rumble of Newport News; her nephews whom she reared, Frank "Frankie" Watson of Newport News and Donald "Pee Wee" Watson, and wife, Mary, of Dublin; several nieces and nephews; grand-nieces and nephews; cousins; and her entire precious church family. She was predeceased by her partner of 12 years, Sam Zillner, her brother, Richard, and her parents, Louis and Margaret Avila. Lawrence is survived by his brother, David L. Blizzard; and sister, Sylvia L. Peddrew. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. She was born in Bath on Dec. 19, 1924, where she resided until . Arrangements by O.H. Active in the community his entire life, his civic and business activities included service as: president (1976-77) and board member (three terms) of the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce; member of Virginia State Chamber of Commerce (1964-76); member of Committee on Admissions and Special Finance Ways and Means Committee (1973-75) for Hampton Roads Maritime Association; board member (1965-78) and member of the Executive Committee (1965-76) for Peninsula Industrial Council; member of Board of Directors of First & Merchants National Bank (1964-82); member of Board of Directors (1975) of Carolina-Virginia Chapter, Robert Morris Associates; member of the Federal Legislative Committee (1973-75) of the Virginia Bankers Association; Member of Newcomen Society in North America (1965-76); president (1981-82) and member Board of Directors (1983-86) Peninsula Fine Arts Center; president (1950-51) and member of Virginia Peninsula Chapter of the American Institute of Banking; member of Board of Directors (1966-67) of Virginia Hospital Service Association; member of Board of Directors (1965) for Home Builders Association; chairman of Virginia Chapter (1972) of Leukemia Society of America; chairman of Peninsula Campaign (1976) for the Hampton Institute; treasurer and member of Board of Directors (1963-75) for Peninsula Boys' Club of America; president and member of Board of Directors (1964-66) and Board of Trustees (1964-77) for United Way of Virginia Peninsula; treasurer (1972) of Peninsula Chapter of Virginia Society for Crippled Children and Adults; President of Newport News Lions Club (1960); member of Steering Committee of Formation, treasurer, member of Board of Directors and Board of Trustees for the now Peninsula Nature and Science Center (1963); coordinator (1966) of National Alliance of Businessmen; member of President's Council for the College of William and Mary (1975-76); general chairman of Virginia Chapter of Bicentennial Campaign (1976); chairman (1955) of Campaign for the March of Dimes; chairman (1962) of Campaign for the American Heart Association; member of Board of Directors (1963-65) for the American Red Cross; member of Board of Directors for the YMCA (1959-65); president (1961), vice president (1958-60) and member of Board of Directors (1976-82) of the James River Country Club; President (1974) and member of Board of Directors (1972-75) of Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Newport News; national vice president (1975) of Middle Atlantic Region for the Propeller Club; secretary (1953) and member of the Hampton Roads German Club (1933-94); chairman (1972) and member of Board of Advisers (1972-78) Transportation Corps, Museum Foundation; member of Board of Trustees Science Museum Association of Eastern Virginia (1976-78); and president (1977-78) Association United States Army, Peninsula Chapter. He ran his company successfully for over forty years. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Enfield, N.C., with the Rev. The family may be contacted through Mary J. Tolliver at 827-5430, or Mamie A. Batchelor at 826-5377 and 826-7834. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. April 11, 2023 Obituaries As a glider pilot with the American 82nd Airborne Division, he participated in the combat action of Operation Market Garden in the Netherlands during World War II and received commendation from the minister of defense of the Netherlands. Mrs. Downs, a longtime resident of Eslabrooks, Norfolk, enjoyed working in her flower gardens. Granby, No. He always welcomed anyone in his home, and his family never had to worry about a place to stay when they came to town. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, Kellam's Grace Andes throws the ball to first during a game at Kempsville High in Virginia Beach last week. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. March 13, 2023 The Clippers enter at No. Lawrence will be sadly missed by everyone, especially his family. 1515 S. Church Street , Smithfield, VA. He was born in Hecla, Pa., on June 26, 1921. She loved camping, hiking, traveling, crafting, and spending time with family and friends including the YaYa's. Willie J. Hilton at the funeral home. Mr. Nathaniel David Copeland, 93, was called to eternal rest on Monday, Feb. 1, 1999, at Maryview Nursing Center, Suffolk.