Feb 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Frederick Ambrose Shannon, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, firefighter, veteran, and advocate, who left us on February 4, 2025, at the age of 87.

Fred dedicated his life to service—first to his country as a proud member of the U.S. Air Force, serving in Korea, and later to...

Feb 3, 2025

Elizabeth "Betty" Maxwell Pool, daughter of Robert and Mary Agnes Maxwell, passed away on February 3, 2025. Predeceased by her beloved husband, John, Betty is survived by her children: Timothy Pool (Regina), Donna Turner (Lee), Robin Pool (Sandra), Mark Pool (Sharon), and Laurie Grant (Gene). She was blessed with 11 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren are Daniel Rowe,...

Feb 1, 2025

Jo Ann Brittingham Arnold, 96, of Martinsville, Virginia passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025. She was born January 17, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Joseph Benjamin Brittingham Jr. and Anna Estelle Smith Brittingham.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty-eight years, Reverend Jack Hampton Arnold...

Jan 30, 2025

Jeffrey M. Cole, 63, died Thursday, January 30, 2025. Born in New York, he served in the US Air Force, retiring in 2006 after 26 years of service. Jeff was a handyman and enjoyed working with wood. He made shadow and flag boxes for his friends in the Air Force and could fix almost anything electronic.

He...

Jan 30, 2025

Larry G. Miller, Sr., 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, to parents Lloyd and Nellie Miller, he spent most of his life in Virginia, except for his time in the United States Air Force. Larry proudly served his country, working as an air traffic controller and dedicating himself...

Jan 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Lynn T. Smith

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Lynn "Tede" Smith. He left this world on January 26, 2025, just one day after celebrating his 84th birthday with his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend—a pillar of strength and a man whose kindness and wisdom...

Jan 26, 2025

Shannon McCall, nee Patterson, passed away on 26 January 2025, surrounded by her entire immediate family. Shannon sought beauty and joy wherever life took her around the world, though her time ended barely sixteen miles from where her life began. Shannon Kay Patterson was born on 12 February 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia. She was the first hospital-born child in...

Jan 25, 2025

Betty W. Blyth, 97, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 25, 2025.  Born in West Virginia to parents Robert and Georgia Willis, she had been a Hampton resident for many years. She loved the Lord and was always praying for family and friends. She reached out to all in need and was blessed to be...

Jan 19, 2025

Judy Clark Riss, 82, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 19, 2025. A lifelong resident of Fox Hill, she was born November 18, 1942, to Alonza W. "Babe" Clark and Manola Patterson Clark. Judy graduated from Hampton High School in June of 1961and married Emil "Sonny" Riss in December 1961. They were married 62 years. Judy worked...

Jan 14, 2025

Joan Cronin Lee passed away on Tuesday, January 14 in her sleep at the age of 91. Joan was born in London England on December 5, 1933.

She met her husband Jim while he was stationed in London. They married March 20, 1965, and shortly thereafter, Jim brought her to the United States to begin their life...

Jan 8, 2025

Leroy Franklin Moore, III, "Lee Moore", as everyone knew him, passed away January 8th, 2025.

Lee was predeceased by his parents Leroy F. Moore, Jr. and Annette Sibley Moore, oldest son Leroy Franklin Moore, IV "Skipper" and Lee's canine sidekick Lexie.  He leaves behind his wife, Janice, of 55 years. He also leaves his son Kyle and...

Jan 6, 2025

Leonora Jane Bigham Sulzberger, 86, of Hampton, Virginia, died peacefully at home on January 6, 2025. Jane was born in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on May 5, 1938, to Leonora Camilla Groves Bigham and Franklin Rutherford Bigham. She graduated from Gettysburg High School in 1956 and from Randolph-Macon Woman's College in Lynchburg, Virginia, in 1960. While in college, Jane met Emil...

Jan 6, 2025

James Randolph Gatling, beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on Jan 6th 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born on August 31, 1946, James served in the United States Air Force from 1968 to 1971 during the Vietnam War, embodying the values of courage and service.

James is survived by his three...

Jan 6, 2025

John (Poppy) Rhodes went Home to be with the Lord on January 6th, 2025, on his 67th wedding anniversary to his loving wife, Bette Jane Rhodes.

John was born under the summer sun of 1938 in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, a place he would always hold dear, to the late Ruby and William Rhodes. He enjoyed a...

Jan 5, 2025

John Edward Benton, 64, of Hampton VA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on January 5th, 2025. Born in Hopewell VA, son of Lester and Catherine Benton.

After a long battle with cancer, John made the decision to stop treatments. He felt the quality of his life was gone and faced his demise...

Jan 4, 2025

Richard Sherwood von Schilling, affectionately known as 'Bones', passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, in Hampton, Virginia at the age of eighty. He was born in Hampton on September 30,1944 and was an 'Old Hamptonian'. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Leopold Marshall 'Winks' von Schilling Jr and Anne Booker Mallory Spinks and his godmother Esther...

Jan 3, 2025

William "Billy" Franklin Burney gained his heavenly wings at home on Friday, January 3, 2025. Billy was born to Claude and Verna Burney in the St. John's community in North Carolina on May 10, 1942. Billy graduated from Grifton High School and was then drafted into the US Army. After serving in the Army, Billy moved to Hampton, VA...

Jan 1, 2025

Nellie Jo Yannarella passed away on January 1, 2025 at the age of 84. She was a kind and generous spirit who found great joy in the smallest pleasures. She volunteered at Saint Joseph's Catholic church on the funeral luncheon and thrift shop committees and would willingly help anyone who needed her. Her smile lit up a room upon...

Jan 1, 2025

June Kathleen Yaskowsky, 81, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2025.  Born June 28, 1943, in Bloomfield, New Jersey, she was a longtime Yorktown resident.  As a teenager, June overcame a serious auto accident that threatened her life and ability to ever walk again. With her faith and fortitude, she fought and recovered to live a...

Dec 29, 2024

Gabriel N. Simon, 22, died Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born in Newport News, he was a lifelong Peninsula resident. Gabe was a very bright and handsome young man with an infectious smile that could brighten your day. He enjoyed music and football and spending time with his family.

Preceded in death by both grandmothers, Nancy Collins and...