Anne Hunt Kincaid
May 29, 2026
Anne Hunt Kincaid died Friday, May 29, 2026. A lifelong resident of Hampton, Anne was a 1947 graduate of Hampton High School. She worked for many years as a secretary at Captain John Smith, Moton, and Asbury Elementary Schools, retiring in 1989. She and her husband, George, loved square dancing and travelled all over the state to dance. She enjoyed...
Ronald Odell Rumsey
May 22, 2026
Ronald Odell Rumsey, 87, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 22, 2026. Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Ron graduated from Guilford College with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard before building a successful career as a commercial roofing contractor, working throughout North Carolina and Virginia.
A devoted and...
John G. Saunders
May 19, 2026
John Grady Saunders, 86, died Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Born in Elizabeth City County, he retired as a Shipfitter from the Newport News Shipyard and had served his country in the US Army during Vietnam.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Doris Saunders; and many nieces and nephews.
There are no services planned at this time.
Elizabeth C. Morgan
May 19, 2026
Elizabeth Chappell Morgan went home to the Lord on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. She was born February 9, 1929, in Candor, North Carolina, to James Terrell and Ruth Seward Chappell. Beth was the youngest of three children; her brothers Walton and Bill predeceased her. She was married for 60 years to Clyde Grayson Morgan. A woman of deep and abiding...
Rena Mitchell Rhea
May 17, 2026
With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Rena Mitchell Rhea, age 92, of Hampton, Virginia, who passed peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Born on June 24, 1933, in Colerain, North Carolina, Rena was raised with the values of kindness, hard work, and generosity that would define her entire life. In September of 1959, she married the...
Rosemarie Watson
May 17, 2026
Rosemarie Watson, 78, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. Born in Germany, she had been a Hampton resident for over 60 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eric and Stella Snapp, Richard and Mary Dazley, and a brother, Darryl Dazley. Survivors include four daughters, Elizabeth Andrucci (Maxie), Jennifer Brendle (Bryan), Nancy...
Cynthia Ann Hearn
May 15, 2026
Cynthia “Cindi” Ann Hearn, 67, a lifelong resident of Hampton, Virginia, passed away peacefully, on May 15, 2026, after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loved ones.
Cindi was born on October 10, 1958, in Hampton, after her twin sister, Kim. In her childhood she participated in Brownies and enjoyed ice skating at the Hampton Coliseum.
She attended Kecoughtan High...
Wells Edward Henifin
May 15, 2026
All birds fly home, finally Woody is safe. Wells Edward Henifin finished his work here on earth Friday May 15, 2026, at the age of 36.
He is a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and most of all a loyal and generous friend. A walking paradox (no, he’s not), Wells was Wells. His eccentric, contradictory nature was equally maddening and...
Brenda Joyce Hayes
May 10, 2026
Brenda Joyce Hayes, of Williamsburg, Virginia passed away at home on May 10, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Stewart Hayes. Brenda is survived by their daughter, Laura Hayes Chalk and her husband Jared Chalk, and their children Stewart and Charlotte; her sons, Donald Faulkner and his wife Susan; and Jason Faulkner and his children BreAnna,...
Helen J. Vartuli
May 6, 2026
Helen J. Vartuli, 87, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Born in Oil City, PA, she had been a Peninsula resident since 1959. She served honorably in the US Army and was a life member of the DAV Chapter 13, Yorktown. Helen had been a faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Poquoson.
Preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Mary...
Thomas G. Hunt, Jr.
May 5, 2026
Thomas G. Hunt, Jr., 85, died Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He was born and raised in Hampton and graduated from Hampton High School, after which he had a long successful career as a real estate agent. Tommy was a classic car owner and participated in many cruise-ins and shows. He was an avid gardener and had a great love for...
James Lucas Roberson
May 1, 2026
Jimmy, age 92, of Hampton, Virginia, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 1, 2026. He was a beloved husband, father, papa, great-papa, brother, uncle and friend. Born on May 9,1933 in Roper NC to James H. and Bernice W. Roberson. Jimmy graduated from Roper High School in 1951 and later attended St. Leo University, where he...
James Norton Ebner
Apr 28, 2026
Retired Major James Norton Ebner, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. He was born on October 4, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, to Laurence Wendell Ebner and Helen L. Shea.
James proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring with the rank of Major after a distinguished military career. A proud Vietnam veteran, he was trained in...
Donald R. Williams
Apr 27, 2026
Donald R. Williams, 86 of Hampton, Virginia passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 1, 1940 in Glade, Arkansas he was the son of the late Ora and Lorena (Rose) Williams. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy L Hart and daughter Suzanne Williams, and survived by his three sons:...
Raquel "Rocky" Lee Brady
Apr 24, 2026
Raquel “Rocky” Brady, 38, passed away April 24, 2026. Born in Newport News, VA, she was the 4th child of Roger and Jackie Brady.
Raquel is survived by her son, the love of her life, Jaxon; her parents Roger and Jackie; her brothers JR and wife Chris, Russell and wife Rachael; sister, Gina and husband Jason, four nieces, three nephews; multiple...
Edgar Taylor
Apr 19, 2026
Edgar "Daddy, Granddaddy, Goldie, Curlo, Curly, and Coffee Man" 88, died Sunday, April 19, 2026. Born in Alabama, the family moved to Virginia when he was very young and always considered Phoebus his home. Edgar retired as a tool man from the Newport News Shipyard. He belonged to the Hampton Golf Association. He was the last of the originals at...
Janice Broughton Topping
Apr 18, 2026
Janice Broughton Topping, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026. A lifelong resident of Hampton, she was the beloved daughter of the late Wilma and Clyde Becton Broughton, Jr.
Janice dedicated many years of service as an Administrative Assistant with Microserve. She was a charter member of Northampton Presbyterian Church, where she faithfully taught Sunday School and helped shape...
Benjamin Franklin Perry, Jr.
Apr 7, 2026
Benjamin Franklin Perry, Jr. 74, transitioned to Heaven on April 7, 2026, surrounded by his Family. Born in Powellsville, North Carolina to parents Benjamin and Mary Winborne Perry, lovingly known as “Big Boy”. He retired as a Salesperson from Hampton Chevrolet with 35 years of service.
Ben was a dedicated family man, who loved being a brother, husband, father and grandfather....
Jane Ellen Cavanagh
Apr 7, 2026
Jane E. Cavanagh, 77, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Born in Los Angeles, she was raised in Phoenix, AZ where she met her future husband while in college. They married and travelled during his Air Force career, landing in Hampton in 1987. Jane was a very giving, supportive and understanding mother. She loved her family deeply and was always present...
Bruce Edward Fleenor
Apr 5, 2026
Bruce Edward Fleenor, 74, of Hampton, Virginia, passed away Easter Sunday, April, 5, 2026, a day symbolizing hope, renewal, and everlasting life. What a fitting and beautiful day for the captain of our ship to awaken and meet his Lord.
Bruce lived a life anchored in love, loyalty, and unwavering devotion to his family. He was our steady hand, our guide,...
