Laverne B. Arline-Sawyer
Feb 15, 2025
Laverne B. Arline-Sawyer, affectionately called "LA", went to her heavenly home unexpectedly on February 15, 2025 in Portsmouth, VA at the age of 74.
Laverne was born on December 5, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA. She was raised by her grandmother, Esther Boone Baker (deceased), whom she would call "Mama". She lived by her words of wisdom, compassion and love for family.
Laverne...
Peter Mitchell
Feb 11, 2025
Peter Mitchell, 73, transitioned Tuesday, February 11, 2025. A wake will be held in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home 4-7 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2025. A celebration of life will be held noon, Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 125 County Street, Suffolk, Virginia. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Reese Funeral...
Dexter M. Bivins, Sr.
Feb 11, 2025
Dexter M. Bivins, Sr., 52, of South Broad Street, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Sentara Obici Hospital. All services are pending. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Earl "Pretty Kent" Mckenzie Wiggins
Feb 7, 2025
Earl "Pretty Kent" Wiggins, 44, of Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Friday, February 7, 2025. A visitation with family will be held 5-7 p.m. Thursday, February 13, 2025 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Andre Cornelius Cowling
Feb 6, 2025
Andre C. Cowling entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 6, 2025 after a brief illness at Hampton Virginia Medical Center. He was a native of Suffolk, Virginia and was one of eleven children, and was born of the union of the late James C. Cowling and Mozell Cowling. As a child Andre had a love for music. He confessed...
Mother Eudia M. Gay
Feb 5, 2025
Eudia M. Gay was a woman of unwavering faith, boundless love, and a heart that embraced everyone she met. Born on November 9, 1938, in Tarboro, North Carolina, she spent her life uplifting others, spreading kindness, and sharing the joy of family and faith. On February 5, 2025, in Suffolk, Virginia, she peacefully transitioned from this life, leaving behind a...
Robert Britt
Feb 5, 2025
Robert James Britt 74 entered into eternal slumber on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Sentara Obici Hospital.
He was born May 5, 1950 to the late Willie Mae Carroll Britt and James Britt in Suffolk, Virginia.
Robert attended B.T. Washington High School. Robert was employed at P. D. Pruden Company before illness.
Robert was preceded in death by his (Son ) Robert Baker,...
Ed Louis Hayslett
Feb 3, 2025
Ed Louis Hayslett, 81, of Woodland Trail, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Monday, February 3, 2025 at his residence. A celebration of life will be held noon, Monday, February 10, 2025 at Balm Church-East Campus. He will be laid to rest in Balm Church Memorial Gardens. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
Anthony Maurice Majette
Feb 1, 2025
Anthony Maurice Majette, 61, of Markham Street, Portsmouth, Virginia transitioned Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Bon Secours Maryview Hospital. A celebration of life will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025 at New Paul’s Temple. He will be laid to rest in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc. Professional services...
Mother Edna Lucille Skeeter
Jan 29, 2025
Mother Edna Lucille Skeeter, 97, of Factory Street, Suffolk, Virginia transitioned Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Northern Cardinal Rehab and Nursing. A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Balm Church-East Campus. She will be laid to rest in Balm Memorial Gardens. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.