Shirley Ann Harper

Oct 14, 2023

Shirley Ann Harper, 71, of 402 Pleasant Street, Suffolk, Virginia entered into eternal peace at her residence on October 14, 2023.

She was a native of Isle of Wight County and was the daughter of the late Sophia and Garland Baker, and widow of Joe Edward Harper. She was predeceased in death her one sister, Parnell "Gale" Gray.

Shirley's daughter...

Annie L. Tucker

Oct 14, 2023

Annie Lou Tucker, peacefully passed away on October 14, 2023, while residing in Virginia.   Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Blease Sims and Susie Wilson Sims, and her husband James Edward Tucker, Sr.   Born in Columbia, South Carolina, she migrated to New Jersey at an early age Ann met her husband in the Bronx, New York...

Clarence Wardell Ash, Sr.

Oct 12, 2023

On Thursday, October 12, 2023, Clarence Wardell Ash, Sr., peacefully entered into eternal rest surrounded by his faithful, loving wife and children. He was born July 9, 1929 to the late Beverly and Marie Colander Ashe in Suffolk, VA. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia, adopted son, Tyrone Copeland; three brothers, Thomas, Lonnie and...

Marvin Copeland, Sr.

Oct 12, 2023

Marvin Copeland Sr., whose easy-going demeanor and endearing smile were lifelong characteristics, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023.

If on March 18, 1943, Marvin (the eighth of nine children born to the late Jordan and Bessie Copeland) had greeted his parents with a smile, it would be no surprise.

The easy-going style and smile were evident during...

Cynthia McLaughlin

Oct 11, 2023

Cynthia McLaughlin,60,  Franklin, Virginia transitioned Wednesday, October 11, 2023 in her beloved home. She was born June 9, 1963 in Suffolk, VA to the late Mary E. Goodman and Phillip Bernard Brown.

She was a graduate of John Yates High School and Suffolk Beauty Academy. She wa a well known outgoing free spirited woman that was loved by many....

Mary Elizabeth Rice

Oct 10, 2023

Mary Elizbeth Rice, affectionately known as “PUDDIN” went from labor to rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. She was born and raised in Nansemond County, Va. To the late Josephus C. and Louvenia Scott.

As an adult, she married the love of her life Eddie S. Rice and they had 10 children. Puddin was preceded in death by her husband;...

Patricia Ann Walker

Oct 7, 2023

Patricia Ann Walker, 74, of Chesapeake, Virginia transitioned Saturday, October 7, 2023 at her residence. A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, October 12, 2023 in the Mausoleum at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.

Dr. Bernard Elbert Glover

Oct 7, 2023

Dr. Bernard Elbert Glover, 90, of Suffolk, Virginia passed away peacefully Saturday, October 7, 2023. He was born April 27, 1933 in the Chuckatuck area of Sufolk, Virginia to the late Vinnie and Albert C. Glover. He was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers.

Dr. Glover is survived by his wife of 67 years, Juanita Cross Glover....

Anthony Jerome Parker

Sep 30, 2023

Anthony Jerome Parker of Suffolk, Virginia entered eternal rest on September 30, 2023 at his residence. He was born on October 11, 1953 to the late Gladys and Joseph Parker. His son Deshawn Parker, daughter Shanell Reid preceded Anthony in death along with three brothers.

Anthony was born and raised in (Orlando) Suffolk Virginia. He graduated from John F....

Robert Lee Artis

Sep 26, 2023

Robert Lee Artis, aged 68, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Helene Artis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Warren and Mary Magdalene Barnes.

He retired from Newport News Shipyard after 45 years’ service. If he was not working, he was working on somebody’s car or lawn mower.   

He...