Oct 21, 2025

Michael Paul Curry died in Hampton, Virginia on October 21, 2025, at the age of 73 after a brief illness. Michael was born in England and began his career as an Assistant Stage Manager at the Chelmsford Civic Theatre. He was educated at the Royal Masonic Schools and was Principal bass in the school orchestra, organist for chapel services...

Oct 20, 2025

Dennis Meyer Bushnell, 84, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025.  He was born in New Haven, Connecticut to parents Jordan Lawrence Bushnell and Anna Marie Kaiser Bushnell, and grew up in Westbrook and Old Saybrook. Bushnell obtained his M.E. degree from the University of Connecticut in 1963 and his M.S. degree from the University of Virginia in 1967,...

Oct 18, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Allen died October 18, 2025 from complication from a fall. Arrangements are private.

Oct 13, 2025

Robert Woods, 69, died October 13, 2025.

He is survived by his former spouse, Sylvia Woods; son and daughter-in-law, Justin and Lindsay Woods; grandson, Calvin Woods; brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry Woods, Timmy Woods (Phyllis Gleason), Woody Blaney, and Joe Woods (Deborah); sisters and brother-in-law, Bonnie Evans (Joe), and Nancy Laxton; beloved partner, Kimberly Hergenrother; special friend, Cindy...

Oct 12, 2025

Ronald Arthur Simon, 73, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025.  He was born in West Virginia to parents Evan and Virginia Simon.  Ronald graduated from technical institute where he learned hydraulics and went on to own his own business in the hydraulic repair industry.  He enjoyed Nascar and watching the Steelers play.

Preceded in death by...

Oct 9, 2025

Claudette Aline Romprey Crockett, one of God's Angels, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 9, 2025.

Born in Winooski, VT on September 12, 1932, Claudette graduated from Cathedral High School before entering the United States Women's Army Corp. She graduated from Teletype Operating School and worked in communications at the Pentagon....

Oct 8, 2025

Galen James Ross, born February 11, 1941, in Miller, Missouri to Hazel and Gilbert Ross, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.  Galen was a resident of Sarcoxie, Missouri until the US Army relocated him to Fort Eustis, Virginia.  In August 1959, friends introduced him to Viola Selby of Phoebus who would become and...

Oct 6, 2025

Bruce M. Pittman, 68, died Monday, October 6, 2025. Born in Honolulu, HI, he was raised in California and had been a Hampton resident for the last 30 years. He served his country in the US Navy, and upon discharge started working in construction, learning many trades.

Bruce was very proud of his Native American heritage and...

Oct 6, 2025

Dorothea Velma Mouratis Warren, 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 6, 2025.

Born on December 2, 1928, in Minot, North Dakota to Theodore and Olga Mouratis, she went on to graduate from Minot State Teachers College (now Minot State University).  Dorothea retired from teaching at the former Commonwealth College in Hampton....

Oct 5, 2025

Ruby L. Holcomb, born April 3rd, 1941, loving daughter, wife, mother, aunt and friend, has gone to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday October 5th, 2025.

A resident of Hampton VA, Ruby was born in Widen WV. and subsequently resided in Sutton WV, Charleston WV, Williamsburg VA., and Surry VA.

Ruby's professional career...

Sep 26, 2025

Alan Gilbert Keller, 72, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 26, 2025, while visiting family in his hometown of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He was born on October 3, 1952, to parents Gilbert and Harriet Keller. Alan graduated from Carlisle High School and Penn State University, then went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force as an F-111 fighter pilot,...

Sep 26, 2025

Joyce Brenda Dougherty, 89, died Friday, September 26, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she worked on the New York Stock Exchange as a teletype operator. She had been a Hampton resident since 1984 where she attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. She worked as an ESL teacher for the Norfolk Public School system and was often a substitute teacher...

Sep 25, 2025

Our beloved mother Bonnie R. (Young) Heath passed away peacefully in her home on Sept. 25, 2025. Bonnie was born in Columbia S.C. to Jack and Bonciel Reynolds on Oct 28, 1940. She is survived by her older sister, Joan Schroeder and younger brother Charles Reynolds(Jean). She was preceded in death by brothers, Melton Reynolds and Jackie Reynolds. Bonnie...

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia Todd Wilson, age 103, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025.

Born in Wampee, South Carolina, to Thomas and Maggie Watson Todd, Patricia lived a life marked by resilience, love, and devotion. She met her future husband, Charles C. Wilson Jr., in South Carolina before Charles went on to serve his country in World War...

Sep 24, 2025

Patrick Archie Derby, 83, beloved husband, father, grandpa (granpy) and great grandpa passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, with his wife, Jane by his side. Words cannot express the loss felt by all of those whose lives he touched.  Many thanks to his wonderful doctors and staff who cared for and supported us through Pat's long fight with...

Sep 21, 2025

Gregory E. Gore, died September 21, 2025. He was born on December 2, 1953 in Colorado to Mary Contreau and then adopted by Harold and Mollie Sammons Gore. He joined the Navy and traveled the world before settling in Hampton. Gregory spent over 2 decades in Naval service and devoted his career to Surface Warfare where he retired as...

Sep 21, 2025

Jacqueline "Elaine" Morris passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21st after a long and courageous battle with cancers. Elaine was born in Warner Robbins Georgia on December 27, 1960 to Patricia and Jack Morris. Her father was in the military so she moved constantly. Once her father retired in Hampton, Virginia Elaine was able to forge friendships that lasted...

Sep 20, 2025

John "Johnny" Stewart Melzer, Jr., of Hampton, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 after a long illness. He was 78 years old.

John was a lifelong resident of the Fox Hill area of Hampton. His favorite home that he grew up in with his family was located on the water at Grandview Shores. He was...

Sep 19, 2025

On September 19, 2025, at the age of 83, the Lord reached down and gently lifted up Bettie Huff's soul and took her home. Her long battle with Cancer was over.

She was a life long resident of Hampton. She graduated from Hampton High School and married her husband in 1960. Together they raised their family.

Sep 17, 2025

Joyce A. Clemens, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, and friend, passed away surrounded by family on September 17, 2025.  Words cannot express the loss felt by those whose lives she touched.

Joyce was born and raised in Elizabeth City, NC by her loving parents, Evie Riggs and Alfred P. Alston.  She grew up with a love for...