James Ralph Earl Ralph, Sr. departed this life peacefully at his home in Suffolk, Virginia on Sunday, August 6, 2017.He was born to the late Minnie Lee Ralph Whitaker in Whaleyville, Virginia on October 10, 1942. James was preceded in death by his step father, Clinton Whitaker and his sister, Mary Ralph Goodman.James attended T. S. Cooper Elementary School in...
Baby Girl Kilee Ahlana Taylor transitioned Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Sentara Norfolk General. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
On July 30, 2017, Violene Sharpe of Timberlake Drive closed her eyes and peacefully went to be with the Lord. Violene was born on April 6, 1930 in Stokes, North Carolina to the late Christine (Bell) Outlaw Parker and the late Estee Morning. She was educated in North Carolina Public Schools and graduated from Elizabeth City State College. Violene was united...
“Passing away is falling asleep in the Lord.” On Saturday, July 29, 2017, Vivian Whitaker Russell went home to be with our Father in Heaven. She was the daughter of the late Seth and Marian Luke Whitaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, James and brother, Clyde. “Miss Vivian” was a substitute teacher in the Suffolk Public School...
Charlie Lee Herbert, 79, of Brook Avenue, Suffolk transitioned July 28, 2017 at Kindred Transitional Care Rehabilitation-Nansemond Pointe. He was the son of the late Annie Mary Cross and John Herbert. He was employed Standard Steel in Baltimore Maryland and Newport News Shipyard. At an early age he joined Red Oak Grove AME Zion Church. He leaves to cherish his...
Mar’Kail Juan “Kellz” Townsell, 29, fell into eternal sleep at 12:36am, Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Mar’Kail was born November 1st, 1987, in Windsor, Virginia. He grew up in Central Hill and attended schools in Windsor and Smithfield. He played football as a Phoebus Phantom and graduated from Phoebus High School, Class of 2006 in Hampton, Virginia. Mar’Kail had a passion for football...
Gordon, Carlise Elizabeth, 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 24, 2017 while residing in her home. She was predeceased by father and mother MC and Lillie Artis Blizzard, her loving husband Marion Gordon, her best friend and sister Elsie Riddick a niece (Lillian) and nephew (Glenn Jr.). She is survived by her loving brother...
Gloria A. Perry, 56, of Hosier Road transitioned July 23, 2017 at Sentara Nursing Center Norfolk. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Charles B. Langston, 79, transitioned Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Newport News Nursing and Rehabilitation. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
On Friday, July 21, 2017, the Lord sent his precious angels to bring home his sweet angel, Mildred Bowman, to his heavenly kingdom. She was quiet, humble, and loved attending church. Native of Suffolk, VA, she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She retired from Portsmouth Public School System, worked for Suffolk Public School System, and Suffolk Meals on...