Oct 4, 2023

Lorraine Ellen Mills, 92, a long-time resident of Hampton, VA, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born on January 28, 1931, in Urbana, IL to the late Arthur Foster and Daisy Belle (nee Gilmer) Dyson. She served for 25 years as the secretary of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in...

Oct 2, 2023

James Boyd Wheless, 63, born February 10, 1960, passed away on October 2, 2023 after a courageous battle with bladder cancer.

"Jimmy" was an employee of Newport News Shipbuilding (HII) for more than 40 years where he joined the elite group of Master Shipbuilders. He was an accomplished bowler and an avid Washington "Redskins" Fan.

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Oct 2, 2023

Sandra Maddox passed away October 2, 2023. Born in Texas she had been a longtime resident of Hampton. Sandra retired from Hampton Chevrolet where she worked as the title clerk. She was an active member of Memorial Baptist Church in Hampton.

Sandra is survived by her grandchildren, Amber Hackett and husband Wolfgang Pita and Ashton Hackett; great-granddaughter,...

Oct 1, 2023

Walter Henry Ross, 71, Lt Col, USAF retired, went to Heaven on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Born in Clay Center, Kansas, Walter graduated from Kansas State University (cum laude honors program), and Washburn University School of Law. He served 28 years in the Air Force, including Operation Desert Storm and multiple tours in Germany before retiring in 2002.

Sep 30, 2023

On June 29th, 1995 Peter Francis McMillian, was born to Charlene McMillian in Brooklyn NY. Sadly, at 2 months old his mother was called home. Peter went to live and was adopted by his maternal grandmother Irene McMillian.  He attended the NY school system until the age of 10 years old when he relocated to Hampton VA and then...

Sep 29, 2023

John C. Greene, Jr., 73, passed away on September 29, 2023.

With uncommon optimism, good humor, and a relentless determination, John lived a full life dedicated to his family and especially his wife of 50 years, Rosie.

John taught health/P.E. in Hampton City Schools, including at Tyler Elementary, Eaton Middle, and Kecoughtan High. He coached...

Sep 28, 2023

On Thursday, September 28, 2023, Gilbert Edward Taylor Jr left his loving family and stepped into the arms of his personal savior Jesus Christ.

Gilbert (Joe) Edward Taylor, Jr., 88, was born on February 18,1935 in Newport News Va to the late Gilbert E Taylor Sr and Jessie B Taylor. Joe grew up in Newport News, Va...

Sep 22, 2023

Paul Seidnitzer, 91, passed away peacefully at home on September 22, 2023. He was born on April 1, 1932, and was a lifetime resident of Hampton VA.  He was the oldest of 17 children born to Frank and Delia Seidnitzer.

Paul served in the United States Air Force, which started his career in law enforcement.  He retired...

Sep 21, 2023

Leah A. Dominguez, 58, died Thursday, September 21, 2023, surrounded by her family.   Born in Tennessee, she was the daughter of Jess and Lakie Hodge.  Leah graduated from Kecoughtan High School, Class of 1983; and went on to earn two degrees, one as a registered nurse from Hampton University and one in business from Old Dominion University. During her...

Sep 17, 2023

Roselyn Sue Hughes, 89, peacefully entered her heavenly home on September 17, 2023, from her residence at The Chesapeake retirement community in Newport News, VA. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. Sue was born in Princeton, Indiana to Edwin F. and Marie Rinehart on June 28, 1934.  She was preceded in death by her...

Sep 16, 2023

Martha Alice Borden, 77, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 16, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, John Borden, her parents, Mac and Agnes McFarling, her brother, Monroe McFarling, and her great-nephew, Joey Hafner.

After retiring from Hampton Social Services as a programmer, Martha enjoyed her time selling her...

Sep 15, 2023

Phyllis L. Brown, 94, died Friday, September 15, 2023. Born in Creston, OH, she had lived in Hampton Roads for the last 75 years. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and puzzles, but her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family in the Outer Banks.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Brown,...

Sep 14, 2023

Linda L. Clark passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, September 14, 2023.  She was born on January 17, 1943.  She was preceded in death by her father and mother; husband, Larry Clark; two brothers and three sisters.  Linda is survived by her children, Tammy Evans (Jesse), Teresa Johnson (Kevin), and Larry Clark (Rose); grandchildren, Stephanie Johnson (Chris), Tyler Clark, Jesse Evans,...

Sep 11, 2023

Surrounded by her loving family, Nancy Jean Romonoski, 85, entered into eternal peace on Sept 11, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with various health issues.  An only child, she was born June 2, 1938 to John and Dorothy Miller and raised in a small Pennsylvania coal-mining town.

Nancy was a loving and deeply devoted wife,...

Sep 11, 2023

George Mason Pickin, age 88, died September 11, 2023 in North Charleston, SC. Mason was the "New Year's Baby" born in Buckroe (Elizabeth City County, later Hampton), VA just after midnight on January 2, 1935. He was also a resident of Chuckatuck (Suffolk), VA (1963-1994); McClellanville, SC (1995-1997); and Alvin, SC (1997-2023).

Mason was predeceased by his...

Sep 10, 2023

Ann Marie Karpa died unexpectedly on September 10, 2023. She was 61 years old.

Ann was a graduate of Phoebus High School in Hampton, the class of 1980. She was a lifelong resident of Hampton.

Ann was preceded in death by her beloved father, Charles B. Karpa. She is survived by her loving mother, Joanna...

Sep 7, 2023

Carole Manley Lynn entered eternal life on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at the age of 86. The daughter of David Franklin Manley and Maude Smith Manley, she was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina but moved to Hampton, Virginia during her childhood and was a resident there for most of her life. Carole graduated from Hampton High School in 1955...

Sep 7, 2023

Katie Arredondo lived a humble and service driven life to her God, family, and community. She died Thursday, September 7, 2023. Born a Chesapeake Bay fisherman's daughter to John and Nell Evans, she was raised in her family home in Fox Hill, along with her siblings Johnny, Nell, and the late Suzanne.

After graduating Hampton High School,...

Sep 6, 2023

Music legend, Archie Vaughn Deel, died September 6, 2023. Vaughn was the recipient of the 2020 Veer Music Awards, Lifetime Achievement Award.

He was preceded in death by his father, Archie Deel; and his brother, Don Deel. Vaughn is survived by his mother, Rita Deel; son, Jeremy Deel (Sandy); daughters, Shannon Torries (JD), and Sara Mulkey (Rick);...

Sep 4, 2023

Jay F. Robinson Jr., affectionately known as Jayne passed away, September 4, 2023. Born in 1930 she was a lifelong resident of Hampton. Jayne served in the Unites States Navy and then went on to work for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard where she retired as a designer. Jayne loved to sail and race sailboats and was a member of...