Darryl A. Taliaferro
Apr 20, 2023
On April 8, 1964, the lives of Mr. Essray Taliaferro, Sr. & Mrs. Martha “Bessie” Taliaferro, were changed forever. “Why?” Because they were blessed with their first-born son, Darryl Antonio Taliaferro. Darryl was educated in Isle of Wight County where he was a 1982 graduate of Smithfield High School (SHS). During his tenure at SHS, Darryl was a member of...
Clifford H. "Sonny" Diggs, Sr.
Apr 18, 2023
Clifford H. "Sonny" Diggs, Sr., 96, of Portsmouth Blvd, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at his residence. Born August 24, 1926, to the late Hezekiah Diggs and Sarah Diggs, Clifford was the 7th of 8 children. He was affectionately known as Sonny, Uncle Sonny and Pop. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine...
Marian R. Godette
Apr 14, 2023
Marian Ricks Godette entered into entered into peace on April 14, 2023. She was born to the late Luther B. and Varonia M. Ricks, in Suffolk, Virginia on November 9, 1937. She was preceded in death by her infant sister, parents, brother Willie R. Ricks and sister Brenda R. Williams. Marian’s early education was received in the Public Schools of...
William T. Fletcher
Apr 14, 2023
William Thomas “Bill” Fletcher, Sr., 68, of Portsmouth, VA, peacefully transitioned from this earthly life to his Heavenly reward on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Maryview Medical Center. Bill was born on January 27, 1955 in Isle of Wight County, VA to the late Charles Henry Fletcher and Alma Louise Holmes Fletcher. Bill was educated in the Suffolk Public School...
William Mack Wilson
Apr 13, 2023
William Mack Wilson, 71, of Cedar Ct, Suffolk, Virginia peacefully transitioned from labor to reward on Thursday, April 13, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 30, 1951 to the late Shelly Wilson and Mildred Warren Wilson. In addition to his parents, William was also preceded in death by a daughter, La’Ketydra Wilson-Moore; sister, Anita Wilson;...
Lillie Mae Ward
Apr 13, 2023
Lillie Mae Ward, 91, of South 12th Street, Suffolk, Virginia, peacefully transitioned Thursday, April 13, 2023. A celebration of life will be held noon, Monday, April 24, 2023 at Oak Grove Baptist Church. Ms. Ward will be laid to rest in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Michael William Hamil
Apr 10, 2023
Michael William Hamil, 70, of Day Street, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Monday, April 10, 2023. Michael was born January 1, 1953, in London, England. Michael moved to the United States when he was a young boy. He traveled all over to different countries surfing. Michael met the mother of his children, Angel Rhem in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Michael was a loving...
John Michael Clark, Jr.
Apr 8, 2023
John Michael Clark, Jr., 43, of Queen Anne's Court, Carrollton, Virginia transitioned Saturday, April 8, 2023 at his residence. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Bettie S. Smith
Apr 8, 2023
Bettie S. Smith, 77, of Seminole Drive, Suffolk, Virginia, peacefully entered the arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 8 2023 at Sentara Obici Hospital. She was born in Suffolk, VA on February 27, 1946 to the late Lemuel Greene and Rosa B. Smith. Bettie was also preceded in death by her husband, James Smith. Bettie was educated...
Gary T. Moore
Apr 6, 2023
Gary T. Moore, 53, of Charlotte Avenue, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Thursday, April 6, 2023. A memorial service will be held noon, Friday, April 21, 2023 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.