Dec 22, 2024

Jennileigh V. Wilhelm, born in Hampton on December 7, 1965, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at the age of 59.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Ellen Vandran; and her nephew, Jason Vandran. Jennileigh is survived by her loving husband and "heart and soul" Charles "Chip" Wilhelm Jr.; her stepdaughter, Virginia...

Dec 22, 2024

Teresa L. "Terri" Briley, 63, died Sunday, December 22, 2024. Born in Sherman, TX, she was a longtime Peninsula resident. Terri was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved taking care of everyone she could and talking on the phone was one of her favorite pastimes. She pampered herself by getting her nails done regularly.

Dec 21, 2024

With deep sorrow and a steadfast faith in God, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Kamri Brielle Richardson, who was called to be with the Lord on December 21, 2024, at the age of 26 days. Kamri was born on November 25, 2024, to her loving parents, Amber J. Hess and Lawrence T. Richardson.

Though...

Dec 19, 2024

Lisa Elaine Jones, a lifelong resident of Hampton, passed away on December 19, 2024.

She is survived by her brothers, Patrick Jones (Brittny), Mark Jones (Angelique), and Milton Jones (Jean); her nieces, Mary Jones, Haleigh Jones, and Rebecca Jones; her nephew, Everett Jones; and a few more nieces and nephews.

Lisa loved to go riding...

Dec 17, 2024

Mary Patricia Meiser died at her home in Hampton, VA on December 17, 2024 with family and friends by her side. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Richard L. Meiser, son-in-law Robert Jernigan, siblings Ben Keating, Kathryn Watson, Margaret Acri, Dan Keating, and Larry Keating.   She is survived by her sister Dorothy Lucille McDonald;...

Dec 16, 2024

James "Ike" M. Ikuss, 77, peacefully passed away at home on Monday, December 16, 2024. Born in Newark, New Jersey, to Thomas and Jacqueline Ikuss, Ike was a proud resident of Hampton, Virginia, for over 40 years.

Ike dedicated 20 years to serving his country in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant. Following...

Dec 15, 2024

Evelyn Saunders Wood, 60, of Hampton, VA, passed away peacefully at Riverside Hospital on December 15, 2024, following a courageous 3.5-year battle with cancer. Born in Hampton, VA, Evelyn was the beloved daughter of Charles and Lena Saunders. Her life journey took her across the United States, living in Elizabeth City, NC; Barbers Point, HI; and El Segundo, CA,...

Dec 14, 2024

Connie Gregory, 81, died Saturday, December 14, 2024. Born in West Virginia, she was a long-time Hampton resident. Connie was a very loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Preceded in death by her husband, Bill Gregory and her sister, Frieda Johnson; survivors include her children, Tammy Winston and husband, Charles, Steven Perry, Michael Cooper, and Candy Finley; her...

Dec 13, 2024

J. Ralph White (86) bravely fought pancreatic cancer for several months before succumbing to this tragic disease on December 13, 2024.  Known as Ralph to many and Popeye to his family, he will be missed greatly by his wife Jo of 62 years, children Jim (Annette), Kendall (Bobby), and Kelly, his grandchildren Jesse, Austin, and Sierra, and his 13...

Dec 8, 2024

Elynor Elizabeth Butler Hamilton (lifetime nickname of "Dibba") died on December 8, 2024. She was the daughter of the late George Washington Butler, Jr. and Eva Sue Etheredge Butler of Jonestown, Mississippi. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and was a resident of Fort Monroe and Hampton, VA, since 1979.

Dibba graduated from Florida State University with...

Dec 1, 2024

On December 1, 2024, Dr. James W. "Bill" Geouge, loving husband, father and preacher, peacefully went home to be with the Lord at age 92, his son Ronnie by his side.  His last message to his family and friends was how much he loved them and how much they meant to him. His final prayer was that they love...

Nov 29, 2024

Jane Johnston King, 79, died Friday, November 29, 2024. Born to Jacob Leon and Alleta Painter Puffenberger, she was a longtime Hampton resident, and had lived the last 23 years in Chester, VA.

Jane was a legal secretary for Cumming, Hatchett, Moschel and Patrick for 38 years before retiring in 2000. She was a former member of...

Nov 26, 2024

Claude R. "Bo" Jarrell, 76, died Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Born in Gulfport, MS, he had been a Hampton resident since 1969. He was very proud of his Mississippi roots. Bo owned his own construction business.  He was a man known for his resilience and one of ingenuity, always finding a way to conquer any challenge with which he...

Nov 17, 2024

Donald F. Klein, 81, died Sunday, November 17, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he had been a Hampton resident since 1964. He retired from Civil Service at Fort Eustis as a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist in 2004 after many years of service.  He served 20 years at the Fort Monroe Fire Department, with a total of 39 years...

Nov 13, 2024

Dwayne M. Davis, 61, died on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Born in Hampton, he was a lifetime resident of Hampton Roads and resided in Hampton at the time of his death.

A 1981 graduate of Bethel High School, Mr. Davis was a Virginia State Master Trooper assigned to the Peninsula where he served 25 years until his...

Nov 13, 2024

Mimeo, also known as Mim or Ming, age 89, was a loving father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle, and a genuine friend to many who knew him. You were always greeted by his dimpled smile and could feel the warmth of his heart and hospitality.

His life was well documented in many forms that captured the essence of...

Nov 11, 2024

Barbara C. Ottavi died November 11, 2024. Originally from Kentucky she had been a longtime Hampton resident. Barbara loved Christmas and to shop for others. She also liked to read and loved her dog Bella. She is survived by her husband Raymond J. Ottavi; son, Raymond Ottavi (Carol); brother, Alan Stanfield (Brenda); 2 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; and 8 step...

Nov 11, 2024

Mildred Faye Sands, 84, died Monday, November 11, 2024. Born in Lynchburg, VA, she had been a Peninsula resident for most of her life and was in the Newport News High School Class of 1957. She was a member of the Hampton Moose Lodge #1514 and the WOTM 349 for over 50 years, serving in many capacities, but her...

Nov 10, 2024

Erik B. Deel, 26, died Sunday, November 10, 2024. A native and lifelong resident of the Peninsula, he graduated from Tabb High School and had wrestled for 15 years. Erik loved people and was quick to make friends; he loved live music; and had an extensive shoe collection, always being sure that his clothes and shoes matched.

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Nov 8, 2024

Eva G. Holland, 81, died November 8, 2024. Born in Germany, Eva had been a longtime resident of Virginia. She was the proud owner of a roofing company and enjoyed a long successful career. Eva loved to garden and enjoyed fishing as well.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Kenneth Holland and Irving Daniel Spruill....