James Daniel Allen
Jun 15, 2026
James Daniel Allen, age 71, joined his family and friends in Heaven on June 15, 2026. He had a sudden unexpected cardiac event while driving his truck but was able to put it into neutral and turn the steering wheel so it slowly went off to the side of the road. Even in his death he protected those around him.
Dan...
Barbara Ann Taylor
Jun 11, 2026
Barbara Ann Taylor, age 89, of York County, Va., passed away on June 11, 2026.
Barbara was born in Harrison, New Jersey, the daughter of a Polish Catholic mother and a Scotch-Irish Presbyterian father. Although she was not raised Catholic, Barbara began going to Mass with her best friend Claire when she was about 9 years old. She fell in love...
Julia Battle
Jun 10, 2026
Julia May Battle peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at her home in Hampton, Virginia, surrounded by her family’s love.
Born on November 19, 1937, to the late James and Elizabeth Fields, Julia was raised in Newport News, Virginia, where she attended public schools. She faithfully served the City of Hampton for many years before retiring.
Julia was...
Virginia Snyder Conrad
Jun 9, 2026
Virginia S. Conrad, 92, of Hampton, VA went to be with her Lord and Savior, after a long illness, on June 9, 2026. She was born in W. VA to Forrest and Hazel Snyder on November 17th, 1933.
Virginia retired from Bank of America, after a successful career as a Vice President of Loans.
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband,...
Thomas Wayne Simmons Sr.
Jun 5, 2026
Thomas Wayne Simmons, 44, passed away on June 5, 2026, after a brief but courageous battle with a rare and aggressive cancer. Born in Blacksburg, Virginia, Thomas was a longtime resident of Gloucester and the Tidewater area. He worked in Information Technology and Cybersecurity for the Virginia Supreme Court until his illness.
Thomas was preceded in death by his stepfather, David...
Frances Lorene Romano
May 18, 2026
Frances Lorene Romano, 93, passed away on May 18, 2026. Born in Molena, GA, she has been a resident of Hampton for 87 years. She retired as an Administrative Head working Civil Service at the Ft. Eustis James River Fleet Reserve.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Anthony Romano Jr. She is survived by her son, Nicholas A....
John Martin Evans
May 9, 2026
John Martin Evans, 59, passed away on May 9, 2026. Born in Florida, he has been a resident of Gloucester, Virginia for the past ten years.
John was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie A. Evans. He leaves behind his sons, Andrew S. Evans (Brooke) and Alex K. Evans (Ashleigh); grandchildren, Afton, Amber and Alana; father, Fred and stepmom, Julie...
Jason Andrew Herzing
May 6, 2026
Jason Andrew Herzing, born March 19, 1986, in St. Louis, passed away on May 6, 2026 in Hampton.
Jason was a devoted husband, father, brother, son, and friend whose love for the people around him could be felt in every part of his life. Jason loved God deeply, and that faith shaped the way he loved his family, cared for others,...
Janet Lee Mitcheltree
Apr 17, 2026
Janet Lee Woodard Mitcheltree, 66, of Hampton, passed away on April 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her devoted husband of 49 years and her three beloved children.
Janet was born on May 23, 1959, in Hampton, Virginia. She was the daughter of John Lee and Frances Jernigan Woodard of Spring Hope. She was a...
Robert Harry Balazs
Apr 15, 2026
Robert Harry Balazs (Bob), 86, passed away on April 15, 2026. Born in Madison, Wisconsin on March 27, 1940. Bob was the son of Gabriel G. and Dorthy L. (nee Burch) Balazs. Bob spent several of his formative years in Uitenhage, South Africa while his father was employed there by Goodyear Rubber.
Bob graduated from Georgia Tech in 1963. He went...
Charles Allen Wynder, Sr.
Apr 13, 2026
Colonel (Ret.) Charles Allen Wynder, Sr.
Colonel (Ret.) Charles Allen Wynder, Sr. was born on May 4, 1941, in Hampton, Virginia, to the late McAllister and Mary Francis Winder. Early in life, he became an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church on Semple Farm Road in Hampton, later joining St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church. He often spoke of the foundation set by...
Teresa Maria Dorsey
Apr 10, 2026
Teresa, a beloved and cherished family member, passed away peacefully, in her sleep, at the age of 79 on Friday, April 10, 2026 on the last day of a mini-vacation at her favorite place in Atlantic City. Teresa was born on July 15, 1946 in Manhattan, NY and was lovingly raised by her parents, Clement and Marie Miller.
Teresa’s early life...
Howard Lawrence Normandeau, Jr.
Apr 10, 2026
Howard Lawrence Normandeau, Jr., passed away on April 10, 2026. A lifelong resident of Hampton, he worked for Newport News Shipbuilding as a Welder for many years, before becoming a Groundman for Asplundh Tree Service Company.
Howard was preceded in death by his brother, John C. Normandeau. He is survived by his children, Niki Pless and Jason Normandeau; siblings, Patricia Culligan,...
Alfred Clyde White, Jr.
Apr 4, 2026
Alfred “AC” Clyde White, Jr., 68, passed away on April 4, 2026, in Hampton, Virginia. Born and raised in Hampton, AC was proud of where he came from and the life he built—one shaped by service, hard work, and a generous heart.
AC’s childhood was spent in the Buckroe area of Hampton, with friends he remained loyal to throughout his life....
Elizabeth Edna May Schwartzman
Mar 30, 2026
Elizabeth Edna May Schwartzman, age 99, passed away peacefully on the evening of March 30, 2026, just shy of her 100th birthday.
Born on June 8, 1926, in Newport, Wales, Elizabeth carried her beloved green valley with her throughout her life, returning as often as she could while holding her homeland close to her heart. She was raised in a lively...
Anthony Edward "Tony" Salomonsky
Mar 28, 2026
Anthony Edward “Tony” Salomonsky, passed away in his room at Waterview Convalescent center at the age of 82 1/2 on March 28, 2026.
Tony was born and raised in Norfolk Virginia, went to Maury High School and was well educated at Old Dominion University. He was very passionate about music, art, literature and movies, in particular Richard Wagner and silent movie...
Ronald Cranston Mull
Mar 25, 2026
Ronald “Ronny” Cranston Mull, 71, passed away on March 25, 2026. A lifelong resident of Hampton, he was a 1973 graduate of Kecoughtan High School.
Ronny was preceded in death by his parents, Edith Mae and Richard William Mull Sr.; sister, Shirley L. Mintz; and brother, Richard William Mull Jr. He is survived by his sister, Carol M. Owens; brother, Michael...
Wyatt Laxman Lewis
Mar 13, 2026
Wyatt Laxman Lewis was born on December 11, 2025 and passed away on March 13, 2026. He is survived by his parents, Jasmine and Walter Lewis; brothers, Walter L. Lewis, Jr. and William L. Lewis; maternal grandparents, James Preston and Shauna Hooper; paternal grandparents, Monique Blount and Oscar Lewis; maternal great-grandparents, James Prestona and Jackie Preston; paternal great-grandmother, Eva Mae...
Richard Krugman
Mar 11, 2026
Richard Krugman, 84, passed away on March 11, 2026. Born in New York, he has been a resident of Hampton for many years. Arrangements are by Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions in Hampton, 757-825-8070.
William A. Tripp
Mar 10, 2026
William A. Tripp, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2026.
Born and raised in New Bedford, Massachusetts, William lived a life defined by dedication to his family, service to his country, and commitment to his community. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Following his military service, he began...