Steven L. Durr
Sep 13, 2019
HMC (Ret.) Steven L. Durr, 63, went home to be with Jesus on September 13, 2019. Born to John L. Durr and Nancy M. Durr, he was raised in Clinton, Mississippi before going on to join the United States Navy. After retiring from the Navy after 24 years of service, he again served those in the military by working...
Kay Francis Thornton
Sep 8, 2019
Kay Francis Thornton, 86, widow of James F. Thornton, Jr, passed away at home on Sunday, September 8, 2019 surrounded by loving family. Mrs. Thornton is survived by her children, Anne Thornton-Lindsay (Andy), Jonathan Thornton (Cathi), Kathleen Thornton, James Thornton, III (Kris), Christina Thornton-Hodges (Todd), Andrew Thornton, Mary Kearney (Peter), and Sara Wilmore (Dave);...
Senan Halpin
Sep 7, 2019
Senan Halpin, 75, passed away peacefully in the loving care of his family, September 7, 2019. Born in Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, Senan emigrated to the United States in his teens. He served faithfully and honorably in the US Air Force for over 30 years, retiring as a Lt. Colonel. Although stationed in multiple locations, including over 13 years...
Carolyn Ruth Harper
Sep 4, 2019
Carolyn Ruth Harper, 76, died Wednesday, September 4, 2019. A lifelong resident of Hampton, she worked for Virginia Health Services. Carolyn enjoyed watching people. She was always friendly and never met a stranger. Preceded in death by her parents, Ruth Cooper and Henry Harry Taylor and a sister, Judy Callahan; survivors include her husband, Johnny E. Harper; two daughters,...
Herman Justice
Sep 1, 2019
Hampton,
Herman "Cliff" Justice, crossed over September 1, 2019, peacefully at home. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After the military, he then worked in two shipyards.
Cliff was preceded in death by his sister Frances and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife...
Paul Francis Coon
Aug 30, 2019
Paul Francis Coon, age 89 passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on August 30, 2019. Born on December 23, 1929 in Boston, Massachusetts. He was the son of James H. and Myra Beers Coon. He was preceded in death by his son Keith Witcomb Coon, grandson Keith W. Coon Jr., son in law Peter Favreau, brothers...
Bradford Jacob Swan
Aug 28, 2019
Hampton-
Bradford Jacob Swan, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019. Born in Toledo, Ohio, Bradford was a Hampton resident for many years. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving mother, Dorothy Swan; daughters, Deana Marinnie, Tanequa Swan Bethea, Sarita Swan, and Shantel Swan-Hedgepeth; his sons, Trevon Swan and Shaun Swan; 22 grandchildren;...
Sherry Lee Boyce
Aug 25, 2019
HAMPTON-
Sherry Lee Boyce, age 75, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Angela M. Champ; son, Christopher J. Boyce; daughter-in-law, Jenny Fontz; granddaughter, Samantha Battaglia; and great granddaughter, Sharon Yarbrough. Sherry leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Donald R. Boyce, Jr; sons, Joseph R....
Lillian Arlene Lanzarone
Aug 24, 2019
Lillian Arlene Lanzarone April 2, 1924 - August 24, 2019
On April 2nd 1924 Lillian Arlene Eyler was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. Her family soon moved to Queens, where she would later meet her "Husband -to-be", Tony, now deceased. On March 12, 1944 Lillian and Tony were married and ventured out into the world being a happily...
Fredrick Vernon Mueller, Jr.
Aug 19, 2019
Yorktown,
Fredrick Vernon Mueller, Jr., 77, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019. Born in Baltimore, MD, he has been a resident of Hampton since 1972. He retires as a Master Sergeant in 1984 after 24 years, which included service during the Vietnam War.
Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Linda...
David Michael Andrews
Aug 18, 2019
Hampton/Richmond – David Michael Andrews, 45, of Hampton/Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday August 18, 2019. Born November 2, 1973 in Portsmouth, VA, he was the son of Elizabeth Anne Andrews and William John Andrews (Diane). David grew up in a military family and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He entered active duty in the...
David Leslie Walters
Aug 16, 2019
David Leslie Walters, 66, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2019. Born in Greensburg, IN, he retired as a Master Sergeant in 1997 after 24 years. He was also an RN, teaching the LPN Program with ECPI.
David is survived by his wife, Eugenia; his children, Christine Morgan, Michael Walters, and Teresa Walters;...
Tina Marie Keefe
Aug 6, 2019
Hampton,
Tina Marie Keefe, 57, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2019.
Tina was a lifelong resident of the Peninsula, she worked for Casey Auto Group as an Appointment Coordinator for Casey Kia. In her spare time she could be found with Bobby and her group of great friends. Tina was always...
Patricia Carol Walston
Jul 29, 2019
Patricia Carol Walston, 55, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019.
Pat was known for her kind spirit, big heart, and bubbly personality. She was selfless and always concerned for the well-being of others, even during her own struggles. Her faith never wavered, as she knew she would one day be with her Lord and Savior Jesus...
Joseph Henry Klaugh
Jun 29, 2019
HAMPTON-
Joseph Henry Klaugh, age 58, passed away on Saturday June 29, 2019. He was a lifelong resident of Hampton and worked at Newport News Shipbuilding for 37 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, going to KISS concerts, and playing the drums. He lived life to the fullest and will be deeply missed.
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Lorna Elizabeth Maynard
Jun 27, 2019
Lorna Elizabeth Maynard was born on September 24, 1946 at 154 Fletcher Road, in the town of Ipswich, Suffolk, England. Lorna attended Morland Road Primary School. Her Secondary education was taught at Nacton Road Girls School.
Upon finishing her secondary schooling, she was employed at Harris Meat Factory, processing meat products. Her other employment includes Rola Celestion...
Melecio De La Garza, Jr.
Jun 26, 2019
Melecio De La Garza, Jr., 58, husband of Catherine Stovall, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019. He worked as a security officer of Loomis Cash Handling Company. Surviving are his sisters, Juanita Greenwood (Don) and Elvira De La Garza(Jerry Fairman). Nephew and Niece's, Daniel Greenwood(Chelsea), Maria Greenwood and Nina Fairman.
A gathering of family and friends will...
Karen Lillian Nicoletti
Jun 15, 2019
HAMPTON-
Karen Lillian Nicoletti, age 69, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Born to William and Alberta Schmauss, she was a resident of the Peninsula for 49 years.
Karen owned her own business, Layla Cleans, in which she offered pet sitting and home cleaning services. Her clients were her number one priority. She loved...
Mabel Virginia Deshong
Jun 3, 2019
"Tiny" Mabel Virginia DeShong, 75, passed away quietly, surrounded by her family, at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, VA on Monday June 3, 2019. Born in Unakleet, AK, on October 8, 1943, as part of the Inupiaq people, she was a resident of Fairbanks and visited often to Hampton, VA, Tucson, AZ and Rocklin,CA, to visit her children...
Tom Ruffin Sawyer, Jr.
Jun 3, 2019
Thomas "Tom" Ruffin Sawyer, Jr., 71, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019. Born in Fayetteville, NC, he has been a resident of Newport News since childhood. Tom graduated from Warwick High School and retired as a Union Carpenter. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Ruffin and Pauline Sawyer, his brother, Steve, sister, Sue Sillery and sister-in-law, Debbie Raphael....