Obituaries

Dec 8, 2026

With deep love and gratitude we remember Helen Cvik (July 27, 1938 — January 28, 2026), age 87.

Thank you, Helen — for a lifetime of steady love and quiet courage. You were the loving wife to Jim, who dragged you all around the world — Nevada, California, Texas, the Philippines, Virginia, Florida, Okinawa — and you went, smiling and supporting...

Jan 28, 2026

Bonnie Most, 67, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Bonnie is survived by her husband, Christopher Most; children, Angela Doughty, Amanda Doughty (Ryan), Jason Most (Alexandria), and Alexander Most; grandchildren, Chloe, Dylan, Logan, Quinn, and Rylynn. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jeanie Kelley Turner.

Bonnie was born in Clifton Forge, VA, and soon moved to Newport News with...

Jan 12, 2026

Olen “Randy” Randall Richardson, (AKA Deuce with the Iron Skullz MC) passed away on January 12, 2026. Although born in South Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of the Tidewater area. He lived in Gloucester for the last 32 years. He worked for Ball Metal Beverage Packaging as a maintainer in Williamsburg and retired after 33 years.

Randy was a devoted...

Jan 8, 2026

Sheila Joy Aman, 88, passed away on January 8, 2026. Born In Yakima, WA, she has been a resident of Hampton since 1961.

Sheila was preceded in death by her first husband, Franklin Garnett; second husband, Robert Aman, Sr. and son, Kent Garnett. She is survived by her children, Scott Garnett, Wade Garnett (Robbie) and Leslie Garnett; grandchildren, Haylie Thomas (Maverick),...

Jan 3, 2026

Timothy Patrick Roche, 57, passed away on January 3, 2026, after a long and painful battle with cancer, but he never lost his smile or love for his friends along the way.

Born in Providence, RI, he had been a resident of Hampton since 1984. He graduated from Peninsula Catholic High School in 1987 and attended ECU and Va Tech.  A...

Dec 24, 2025

Alice “Dee” Watson Schwartz, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Born In Alexandria, Virginia, she was a Hampton/Newport News resident for 45 years.

Dee graduated from Christopher Newport University with her bachelor’s and went on to Norfolk State University and graduated with her Master’s degree. She worked as a Homeless Services Program Manager at The Community Services Board...

Dec 21, 2025

Justin Marshall Evans, 43, passed away on December 21, 2025, when Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, called him home. Justin was a lifelong resident of Hampton, and Newport News, Virginia, and will be surely missed.

Justin was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Evans, Jr., his paternal grandparents, Jerry and Jane Evans and his maternal grandfather, Leon Marshall Sherman,...

Dec 18, 2025

Donald Vance Smith, lovingly known as Vance, age 69, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born in Norwich, CT and had been a proud resident of Hampton since 1998.

Vance was a skilled cabinetmaker who found true joy in working with wood. His craftmanship reflected his patience, creativity and attention to detail. He took great pride in creating pieces...

Dec 16, 2025

Alvin Edward McCray, 82, passed away on December 16, 2025. Born in St. Louis, MO, he has been a resident of the Peninsula since 1971.

Alvin served in the US Army for 14 years, which included two tours during the Vietnam War. He received numerous awards and medals including the Purple Heart that he passed down to his grandson, A1C Christian...

Dec 14, 2025

Charles Edward Breen, of Hampton, VA passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 97.  Charles was born in Norfolk, VA, and has been a life-long resident of Hampton.

After graduating from Hampton High School, he served in the US Air Force.  Following his time in the military, he worked at the Railway Express...

Dec 5, 2025

Nelson Ivan Ortiz, Sr., 81 SGM, United States Army (Ret.)

Nelson Ivan Ortiz, Sr., 81, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025. Born in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, he grew up on his family's dairy farm before moving to the Bronx in the 1950s. He later attended the School of Agriculture, but his plans to open a dairy...

Nov 27, 2025

Richard Dean Spangler, 85, widower of Judith Ann Spangler, passed away on November 27, 2025.  Born in Sergent, KY, he has been a resident of Hampton since 1959.

Richard served in the US Air Force, after which, he began working at Newport News Shipbuilding as an Electrician and retired after 45 years.

Richard was preceded...

Nov 27, 2025

Doris Diane Orr, born October 16, 1954, was set free on November 27, 2025, just in time to be welcomed home for Thanksgiving dinner with her family in Heaven. She joins her parents, Richard and Doris Howard, and her younger siblings, Rick, Kathy, Lisa, and Mark, as well as a lifetime of beloved cat and dog companions. Diane will...

Nov 22, 2025

In Memory of Our Mother, Sarah Kuerbitz

February 20, 1949 – November 22, 2025

Our mother, Sarah Kuerbitz, was a woman who didn't pretend to be anything she wasn't.  She spoke her mind, had no filter, and lived life in her own unapologetic way.  Her journey wasn't easy, and our relationships with her weren't simple,...

Nov 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Edna Marie Prince

January 2, 1957 – November 22, 2025

Edna Marie Prince, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 22, 2025, at her home.

Born in Tachikawa Tokyo, Japan to Mildred and Eddie Taylor, she grew up in Lompoc, California. Edna was the...

Nov 21, 2025

Alejandro Rubio Lopez, 65, passed away on November 21, 2025.  Born in Tijuana, Mexico, he was a resident of Newport News, where he worked in construction.

Alejandro is survived by his wife, Maria Coronado; children, Ana Coronado, Lizbeth Rubio and Jose Rubio-Coronado; sister, Lola Lopez; and grandchildren, Stephanie, Pedro, Sofia, David, Jonathan, Adilene, Jorge, Arlette, and Alexandra....

Nov 19, 2025

Niki Lynn Hopcroft, 45, passed away on November 19, 2025.  A lifelong resident of Hampton, she had been a manager with Coastal Investments LLC, until her illness around 2018.

Niki is survived by her husband, Ryan C. Hopcroft; son, Cameron Hopcroft; father, Roger L. Beddard; sister, Elizabeth Jones; brother, Adam Gardner (and wife, Tosha); and sister and...

Nov 6, 2025

Brian Lee Athey Sr., 67, passed away on November 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 23, 1958, Brian lived a life full of laughter, adventure, and devotion to the people he loved most.

Brian grew up in Pontiac, Michigan, where he met his high school sweetheart, Deb, the love of his...

Oct 29, 2025

Talbert Calvin Dunn, Jr, 71, passed away on October 29, 2025.  Born in Morehead City, NC, he has been a resident of Hampton since 1980.  He retired as a Welder for Newport News Shipbuilding in 2007 after 27 years.

Talbert is survived by his wife of 48 years, Letty Lou Dunn; sons, Talbert C. Dunn III (Laura)...

Oct 2, 2025

Paul Seck, age 81, passed away peacefully on October 2,2025. He was born in Canton, Ohio on Nov. 4,1943 to Werner and Marguerite Seck.  Paul was a graduate of Ohio State University and the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He practiced Optometry for many years in Hampton.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dale....