William Bernard Boothe

Sep 8, 2020

William “Bernard” Boothe, 77, of the 8100 block of Whaleyville Boulevard in Suffolk, departed this life on September 8, 2020. Born in Nansemond County, he was a retired machine operator for Kraft Foods (Planters). He leaves to cherish his memory one brother, Henry T. Boothe of Gates County, NC, two sisters Edith Slemp of Suffolk, Virginia and Clarice Roscoe (William)...

Mr. Louis Edward Eure

Sep 8, 2020

On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and cousin Louis Edward Eure "Lil Bro" departed this life in consulate Health Care of Windsor in Windsor, VA. He was born in Suffolk, VA on September 8, 1957 to Julia Eure and Lewis Reid. He reside in Philadelphia, PA. For most of his adult life and returned back...

Edith Copeland

Sep 7, 2020

Edith Copeland transitioned Monday, September 7, 2020 at Princess Ann Health and Rehabilitation Center. A celebration of life will be held 2:30 p.m, Sunday September 13, 2020 at Zion Community Church-Port Norfolk. 300 Broad Street, Portsmouth, VA 23707. Pastor Ben Fitzgerald will deliver the message of comfort. She will be laid to rest in Laurel Hill United Church of Christ,...

Harriet Edwards

Sep 6, 2020

Harriett L. Edwards left her kitchen for the last time on Sunday, September,6th, 2020. She was 93 years old. Harriett was born and raised in Franklin, Virginia and moved to Suffolk, Virginia as a young adult. She was employed by Planters, the Farmers Basket Factory (also known as The Butter Dish) and later retired as a domestic. Harriett was dedicated...

Evelena S. Britt

Sep 5, 2020

Evelena S. Britt, 84, of Carolina Road, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Cfroney Sawyer and Lynwood Sawyer. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Britt. She was a member of Capernaum SDA Adventist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter,...

Gloria Jean Howell Smith

Sep 4, 2020

On Friday, September 4, 2020 our beloved sister, aunt and friend, Gloria Jean Howell-Smith gained her wings on her birthday in Select Specialty Hospital in Savannah Georgia. She was number 9 of 10 children born to the late Al Smith Howell, Sr. and Flossie Mae Picott of Holland, VA. Gloria accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early...

Phillip Deallo "CHAMP" Goston

Sep 4, 2020

Mr. Phillip Deallo "Champ" Goston, 39, of Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Friday, September 4, 2020. He was born in Frankfurt, Germany to Deborah Goston. "Champ" was a humble man with a heart of gold and a smile that would light up any room. His unassuming demeanor often took the form of kindness and generosity through his willingness to help others. he...

Alan Roscoe Saunders, Sr.

Sep 3, 2020

Alan Roscoe “ROC” Saunders Sr. was born on October 9th, 1952 to Alphonsa Saunders and Marjorie Virginia Barnes Saunders. He was educated in the Suffolk Public School System. He graduated from Forest Glen High School in 1973. After graduating he entered the United States Army. He transitioned into the Army Reserves successfully becoming a PROMINENT and RESPECTED Drill Sergeant. After...

Paul Hall,Jr.

Sep 3, 2020

Paul Hall, Jr., 69, entered into eternal rest on the morning of Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Sentara Obici Hospital surrounded by his family. Paul is preceded in death by his father, Paul Hall, Sr., his mother Minerva Hall, and brothers William and James Hall. Paul, affectionately known as "Booga" by his family, was born to Paul and Minerva Hall...

Linwood Coston

Sep 2, 2020

Linwood Coston, 75, of Suffolk transitioned Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Corinth Chapel U.C.C. Cemetery. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.