He grew up knowing how to landscape, plant/harvest vegetables, and farm. E. Ray Bynum officiating. 5. Final services will be handled by Floyd Funeral Home, Weston, W.Va. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 3-C, Newport News, Va. 23606-4217. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. Arrangements by Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. 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. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Lewes, Del. He was a civil engineer in Newport News from 1965 until he retired in 1982. Tom Bosserman and the Rev. The family has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. Our support in your time of need does not end after the funeral services. The viewing will be Friday, September 23, 2022, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Lanier also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, 1944-46. He was a firefighter for the U.S. Civil Service at Langley Air Force Base for the last 18 years. Share your thoughts and memories of Lawrence, Share your thoughts and memories with family and friends of Lawrence. 21:4). 6 Western Branch in this weeks biggest game, are the only unbeaten team in Hampton Roads. 1515 S. Church Street , Smithfield, VA. 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 Harry Lewis Schuler, age 80, died Feb. 2, 1999, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Vernon Murray. Gracie Banks, 78, of 921 Garden Drive, slipped quietly away Sunday, Jan. 31, 1999, at Sentara Hampton General Hospital. Send Flowers Send Flowers. Published by Daily Press on Nov. 27, 2022. . Les passed away peacefully . KENDALL WARNER/STAFF, Speak to recruitment advertising specialist, As newly elected Rep. Jen Kiggans reflects on first few months in Congress, heres what shes been up to, Sen. Kaine introduces national version of state anti-housing discrimination law for veterans, low-income families, Old Dominion, William & Mary tennis teams head to North Carolina for NCAA Tournament, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. She served under Bishop "Daddy" McCollough as well as our present overseer, Daddy Madison. 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. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Staff Builder's Hospice, 6161 Kempsville Circle, Suite 205, Norfolk, Va. 23502. April 11, 2023 Obituaries 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. Gladys Holloway Apr 15, 2023 Surry, Va. Mr. Jerome King Apr 13, 2023 Surry, Va. Eugenia Fling Hills Apr 7, 2023 Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. 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. The service will also be viewable via livestream, please refer to the funeral homes website; www.cookebros.com. Please keep the Yeoman family in your thoughts and prayers. His thesis was selected for Rutgers University and Harvard University libraries. 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 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. She was a resident of Newport News for many years. Granby, No. Retired Maj. Charles R. "Pat" Rex died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999, of cancer after a brief illness. 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. 7. 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. 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. Dr. Braxton Allport Jr., will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church. The family wishes to thank Dr. Melvin Green and his staff, Sentara Hampton General Hospital, co-workers from Eastern State Hospital, as well as those whose names are too numerous to mention, for all prayers, telephone calls and acts of kindness throughout the entire time of her illness. He was born in Hecla, Pa., on June 26, 1921. 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. "Sweet Daddy" Grace in 1933. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. He was 44. Kitty will be remembered by many, but especially by her family, as a warm and loving mother and grandmother. Lawrence was having bible studies to become one of Jehovahs servants for many years. The funeral service will be held at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. 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. She is survived by one son, Michael Nevseta, and his wife, Carol, of Pittsburgh; three grandchildren; and one sister, Blanche Rowe Trombley, of Hayes. Grassfield edged Nansemond River 3-2 in a key Southeastern District showdown. 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. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Lawrence E. Blizzard, Sr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. All Rights Reserved. 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. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence V. Olson, and her daughter, Ruth Lynn Olson. In his memory, contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, P.O. The lone newcomer to the Top 15 is Grafton, which beat ranked teams Poquoson and Deep Creek among three wins last week. Box 1130, Gloucester, Va. 23061. 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. 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. He retired from Sears Roebuck in 1982. He was a native of Weston, W.Va., and had been a Peninsula resident since 1973. The Knights won the game 2-0 and remain No. She was a member of Norview Baptist Church. He was the . He moved to Newport News in 1955. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. (Rev. NOTE: These rankings are based on results reported to The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press before Mondays games.
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