Obituaries

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Cheryl Ann Campbell

Cheryl Ann Campbell

May 18, 2025

Hampton-

Cheryl Ann Campbell, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Boise, Idaho, she made Hampton her home for the past 45 years, creating a life rich in love, laughter, and cherished memories.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, William H....

J. Roger Ward, Sr.

J. Roger Ward, Sr.

May 13, 2025

J. Roger Ward, Sr., 87, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025.

Born in the coal mining town of Van Lear, Kentucky on January 18, 1938, Roger's early years were rooted in humble beginnings and strong work values. In 1947, his family moved to the Fox Hill area of Hampton, Virginia, where they worked the land and...

Kieran "Tony" Hanrahan

Kieran "Tony" Hanrahan

May 13, 2025

Kieran "Tony" Hanrahan, age 63, left us too soon on May 13, 2025.  He was the proud owner of several businesses, most notably Document Solutions in Newport News and Used Tire Depot in Virginia Beach.

Tony was an avid and good golfer. He was fortunate to play many courses in the USA with family and friends, while...

Rosemarie N. Doyle

Rosemarie N. Doyle

May 5, 2025

Rosemarie N. Doyle, 83, passed away on May 5, 2025. Born and raised in Ludwigsburg, Germany, she received training in leather products and sales.  She immigrated to the United States in the 60's and became a citizen of the United States. In 1968 she married John A Doyle at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hampton, Va.

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Nathaniel Reeves Bennett

Nathaniel Reeves Bennett

Apr 30, 2025

Nathaniel Reeves Bennett, 25, passed away on April 30, 2025.

Born and raised in Williamsburg, VA, Nate graduated from Jamestown High School in 2018 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech in 2023. He found meaning and purpose serving the broader community through his work at Guernsey Tingle Architects, where he was...

Roy E. Jackson, Jr.

Roy E. Jackson, Jr.

Apr 16, 2025

Roy E. Jackson Jr. "Ronnie" of Newport News, VA passed away April 16, 2025, at the age of 76, surrounded by the love and presence of his family. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and lifelong public servant. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Eye Jackson Sr., mother Constance...

C. Michael Barber

C. Michael Barber

Apr 13, 2025

Clarence "Michael" Barber has crossed over to the other side of the rainbow. He passed away quietly on April 13, 2025 in a peaceful and a holy transition.

Michael, 76, was born in Hampton to Clarence Salmon Barber and Mary Alice McGrath Barber on November 3, 1948. He is survived by his sister, Mary E. Cinibulk, and...

Diane German Horne

Diane German Horne

Apr 10, 2025

Diane German Horne, age 81, of Hampton, passed away in her home on April 10, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1943, in San Francisco, California, the daughter of the late Robert Dewey and Catherine Keohane German.  As a daughter of a career Navy sailor, she lived in Japan, Canada, California, New York, and for the last 66...

James G. Sorrells

James G. Sorrells

Mar 28, 2025

James "Jim" G. Sorrells, born December 12, 1953, passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 71. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Soledad; his daughter, Mary Sorrells (James); and his two cherished grandchildren, John and Michael. Jim was a loving brother to Penny Volk (Roger), and a proud uncle to nieces Carrie,...

Edward Shuman

Edward Shuman

Mar 11, 2025

Hampton,

Edward Shuman, 77, passed away on March 11, 2025.  Born in Dayton, OH, he has been a resident of Hampton since 1987.  He first retired from the US Air Force in 1990 after 20 years. Then he retired again in 2017, as an instructor at Centura College at the Newport News Campus.

Edward, call...

Judy Newberry Williams

Judy Newberry Williams

Mar 9, 2025

Judy Newberry Williams, 71 years of age, transcended to her heavenly home on March 9, 2025.  She was a lifelong resident of Hampton.  She retired from Newport News Shipyard as a Materials Supply Clerk.  She was a member of Calvary Assembly of God.

Judy was preceded in death by her father, Willis Morgan in 2011, and her...

Agnes Marie Defino

Agnes Marie Defino

Mar 2, 2025

Agnes Marie DeFino, 88, passed away on March 2, 2025. She was born and raised in Milwaukee Wisconsin. After graduating from Notre Dame High School in Milwaukee, Agnes joined the United State Air Force. While serving at her first duty station in Brooklyn, NY she met her future husband. Shortly after marrying she was honorably discharged.  She spent 20...

Harry Scot Lehrer

Harry Scot Lehrer

Mar 2, 2025

Harry Scot Lehrer, 57, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, with the love of his life Debbie, and bulldog, Winnie by his side. Scot was born on January 5, 1968, in Queens, NY. He graduated from Franklin K. Lane High School, and attended Queens College with a focus on Business Management.  All his New York friends and family...

Robert John Ziolo

Robert John Ziolo

Feb 28, 2025

Robert J. Ziolo, 59, died Friday, February 28, 2025. Born in Buffalo, NY, he joined the Navy and proudly served for 30 years. He taught plumbing at New Horizons Regional Education Center for many years. Bobby loved to fish and was always ready to board the boat for a fishing adventure.

Preceded in death by his parents,...

Donna Ann Shifflett

Donna Ann Shifflett

Feb 25, 2025

Donna Ann Shifflett, 63, passed away on February 25, 2025.  Born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Donna has been a resident of Hampton since 1975.  She graduated from Old Dominion University with a BSN, and was currently employed as an OR Nurse at Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters for over eighteen years.

Donna is survived by her mother,...

Barbara Carper Bane

Barbara Carper Bane

Feb 25, 2025

Barbara Carper Bane, 73, peacefully passed away on February 25, 2025. A lifelong resident of the Peninsula, Barbara graduated from Newport News High School in 1970. She began her career as a commercial real estate agent, later becoming a Real Estate Manager for Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority. Through her work, Barbara played a role in revitalizing areas...

Donald Ray Humphreys

Donald Ray Humphreys

Feb 25, 2025

Donald Ray Humphreys, 59, went to be with the Lord on February 25th, 2025.  He was a Hampton native and had been employed at Newport News Shipyard for over 30 years.  He enjoyed gardening and was the 'green thumb' of his family.  He loved the beach and having friends and family over often.

He is survived by...

Amelia Hyde

Amelia Hyde

Feb 24, 2025

Amelia (Mickey) Hyde of Hampton, VA, died peacefully at home with her loving family after her battle with Alzheimer's Disease on February 24, 2025. She was born on April 13, 1940 in Somerville, MA.

She was the wife of her late husband, William Peter Hyde, a veteran of the Vietnam War and former Crypto-analyst and Crypto-linguist for...

Joseph Michael Wolf

Joseph Michael Wolf

Feb 22, 2025

Joseph Michael Wolf, 70, passed away on February 22, 2025. Born in Dayton, OH, he has been a resident of Hampton since 1969, where he drove a truck for Tom's Snack Foods.

Joseph is survived by his sister, Donna Jo Coffie; and brother, James Wolf.

Arrangements ae by Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions in Hampton,...

Dorian Andre Moore, Sr.

Dorian Andre Moore, Sr.

Feb 19, 2025

With profound sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorian Andre Moore Sr., who left this world on February 19, 2025, at the age of 57. Though his absence brings deep grief, his love, strength, and legacy will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Born on March 4, 1967, in Manhattan,...