Gwendolyn H. Johnson
May 17, 2026
Gwendolyn Harris Johnson, 75, of Proctors Bridge Road, Ivor, VA, transitioned on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at her residence. A public viewing will be held 1-4pm, Saturday, May 23, 2026 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home, Inc. A celebration of life will be held 3:00pm, Sunday, May 24, 2026 at New Branch Baptist Church. Ms. Johnson...
Rosa Lee Brown
May 14, 2026
Rosa Lee Brown, 90, of Indian Trail, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Thursday, May 14, 2026. A celebration of life will be held 1:00pm, Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Tabernacle Baptist Outreach Center. Ms. Brown will be laid to rest at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family has entrusted Crocker Funeral Home, Inc. with professional services rendered with dignity, compassion, and care.
Donnovan Lanier Rhodes
May 12, 2026
Donnovan Lanier "Don" Rhodes, 35, of Suffolk, Virginia, passed away on May 12, 2026, after battling kidney and heart disease. Born on February 16, 1991, in Chesapeake, Virginia, Donnovan brought light and laughter to those who knew him throughout his life.
Donnovan was the beloved son of Linwood Blount Jr. and DeJeannetta Rhodes Blount. He was a devoted father to his...
Deacon Linwood Faulk, Sr.
May 12, 2026
Deacon Linwood "Farmer Brown" Faulk, Sr., affectionately known throughout the community by many nicknames including "London Bridge", Ninety-Nine," and most lovingly "Monkey Wrench," entered eternal rest on May 12, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born on August 16, 1937, in Suffolk, Virginia, to the late Kinwood and Essie Faulk.
Deacon Faulk was a devoted husband, loving father, proud...
Chuck Terrell Earl Eley
May 7, 2026
Celebrating the Life of
Chuck Terrell Earl Eley
April 4, 1975 – May 7, 2026
On Thursday, May 7, 2026, God called home our beloved Chuck at the age of 51 in Suffolk, Virginia. Though our hearts are heavy with sorrow, we celebrate a life filled with love, laughter, kindness, and unforgettable memories.
Chuck was born on April 4, 1975, to Robert Earl Eley,...
Fellex Andrew Staggs
May 5, 2026
Fellex Andrew Staggs
Born January 27, 1958, was a man whose life reflected strength, love, resilience and dedication to family. He was the beloved son of Elsie Mae Washington and Sylvester Mayfield Sr.
Fellex shared over 40 years of love and marriage with his devoted wife, Florence E. Staggs, who preceded him in death. Together they built a home grounded in love,...
Anita A. Powell
May 3, 2026
On Sunday, May 3, 2026, Anita A. Powell died at Norfolk General Hospital. She was a native of Suffolk and the daughter of the late Willie E. & Frances L. Powell. She was also predeceased by her baby girl Cierra Labrea Powell.
“Nita” leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Vontricia S. Powell and son, Coty R. Powell and her grandson,...
Davion Marques Cooke
May 1, 2026
Davion Marques Cooke was born on November 17, 2004, in Suffolk, Virginia. Born to his mother, Toria Chatman Riddick, and father, Brandon Cooke.
Davion lived life to the beat of his own drum from a little boy. He was very articulate and hilariously funny, full of charisma and energy; he was not afraid to try anything, always excited and full of...
Evelyn "Lolly" C. Deloatch
May 1, 2026
On Friday, May 1, 2026, our hearts were gently touched as God, in His infinite wisdom, called His faithful servant, Evelyn C. Deloatch, home to everlasting rest. A woman of grace, strength, and unwavering faith, surrounded by loved ones, Evelyn received her wings at Sentara Obici Hospital. God called our lovely mother, mother-in-love, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend home.
She...