Shirley M. Little
Feb 4, 2026
Shirley M. Little, 80, transitioned Wednesday, February 4, 2026. All services are pending. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Raynor H. Hunter
Feb 3, 2026
On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Raynor Hearandus Hunter peacefully entered eternal rest with his wife at his side.
He was born November 6, 1949 to the late Schley and Leola Hunter. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Schley (Dick) Hunter and Voight Hunter, one sister, Youlanda F. Williams and one sister-in-law, Lonnie J. Hunter.
He joined Mt. Sinai...
Samuel Lee Roberts
Feb 1, 2026
Samuel Lee Roberts, 71, of Leafwood Road, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Sunday, February 1, 2026 at his residence.
He is survived by :Kirtina Roberts ( daughter), Jonathan Roberts (son), Tim Roberts (brother), E.C. Copeland (uncle). He is preceded by his parents, Joseph Edward Roberts and Sarah Copeland Roberts.
He will be missed by a host of nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
A brief memorial...
General Grant Chapman
Jan 27, 2026
General Grant Chapman, 75, of Suffolk, Virginia, transitioned on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Sentara Obici Hospital. All services will be private. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Cynthia Ethlyn Joseph
Jan 24, 2026
Cynthia Ethlyn Joseph, 87, of McCormick Drive, Suffolk, VA, transitioned on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at her residence. A public viewing will be held 3-6pm, Monday, February 9, 2026 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home, Inc. A celebration of life will be held 12:00pm, Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Metropolitan Baptist Church, Suffolk, VA. Ms. Joseph...
Deacon George D. Bailey, Sr.
Jan 24, 2026
Deacon George D. Bailey, Sr., 92, of Smith Street, Suffolk, VA, transitioned on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at his residence. A public viewing will be held 12-7pm, Friday, February 6, 2026 at Crocker Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held 11:00am, Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Greater First Baptist Church Orlando. Deacon Bailey will be laid to rest...
Stanley Percell Wilson
Jan 23, 2026
Stanley Percell Wilson, age 69, peacefully departed this life on January 23, 2026, at his home. He was born on March 27, 1956, in Nansemond County, Suffolk, Virginia, to the late Luther and Ella Louise Wilson.
Stanley proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. Following his military service, he dedicated many years to public service, working...
Cennie Wiggins James
Jan 22, 2026
Cennie Wiggins James quietly passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Northern Cardinal Rehabilitation & Nursing Home in Suffolk, Virginia. While living there, the staff showed her loving compassion and provided her with excellent care. During her stay, Cennie's niece, Vicki Wiggins-Pittman, and her nephew, James Sears, assisted with her essential needs and provided other personal support. Cennie was the...
Lankford Harrell Jr.
Jan 21, 2026
Lankford Harrell Jr., 65 of Holland Road, Suffolk, VA, transitioned on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at his residence. A celebration of life will be held 11:00am, Saturday, February 21, 2026 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Thomas Randolph Sweat
Jan 19, 2026
Thomas Randolph Sweat, 73, of Suffolk, Virginia, entered eternal rest on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
Thomas, affectionately known as “Randy” was preceded in death by his beloved parents, George Edward “Dink” Sweat and Ellen Jean Sweat, and son, Michael A. Faulk.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted loving wife of 30 years, Mary L. Sweat;...