All Obituaries

Russell Thomas Faulks was the third child of nine children, born to the Late James, Sr. and Sallie Faulks on April 12, 1946, in Portsmouth, VA. At a young age, he started working at a local country club, waiting tables. Russell was educated through the Virginia school system and attended Norfolk State while working various jobs alongside his father until he was nineteen years old. In 1965, he relocated to Staten Island, New York to begin employment with the largest retail store in NYC,...

“Time is filled with swift transition…” Bishop Rudolph B. Lewis transitioned from this life on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. He was an ordained minister and the Senior Pastor of New Light Full Gospel Baptist Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia.  Born September 23, 1942, in Loris, South Carolina, Rudolph was the ninth child of the late William S. and Ruth B. Lewis. His future in the ministry was inevitable in that six of his...

William Henry Peek transitioned on, Saturday September 29, 2018 at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Center Norfolk, Virginia It is the desire of the Peek family that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Full obituary and service information will be forthcoming. Follow us on Facebook at E. Vaughn Wray Funeral Establishment Instagram @evaughnwray

We the E. Vaughn Wray Family and Staff wish to extend our deepest and heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your loved one. Our prayers go out to you and your family in your time of loss. We know and understand that you have received many expressions of love and we will continue to keep you in our hearts. May the memories you cherish of brighter and happier days help to ease your sorrow and comfort you always. We thank you for allowing us to be of service to your family.    

Layla Mari Cook was born May 5, 2017 4am at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Layla passed gently in the arms of Jesus on September 16, 2018 were the angles are rejoice and celebrating. Layla was a very happy baby who had such a enlighten smile that lit up a room and warm the hearts of anyone who come in contact with her.  Layla presence brought much joy to others, at such a young age she was very adventures, entertaining, loving, and wise upon her years. She didn’t mind sharing...

Aretha Louise Franklin, singer, pianist and songwriter, born 25 March 1942; died 16 August 2018 On a crisp, sparkling day in January 2009, Aretha Franklin stood on the steps of the Capitol in Washington, an ample figure swathed in a spectacular ensemble of coat and hat in two shades of grey, singing My Country, ’Tis of Thee to her new president. All around her, and down the full length of the National Mall, the vast audience included African Americans with tears in their eyes,...

On Thursday, July 26, 2018, Hassan Person, affectionately known by family and friends as, "Eddie" and "Buddy," moved toanother phase of life, as Heaven opened its gates to receive him home. He was born July 18, 1938 to the late Nathaniel Person and Rosa Etta Grant. Hassan attended Our Lady of Victory Catholic School and graduated from I.C. Norcom. He later attended Kee's Business College. He was gifted with his hands from house construction, wood making, designing...

"Seldom has God given so much to many people through just one woman." Our heavenly Father saw fit, unbeknownst to us her family who were present, to reward Olivia D. Lindsay with her wings on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Sentara Leigh Memorial Hospital. Olivia was born in Norfolk, Virginia to the late James and Majorie Driver. Olivia was blessed at an early age with a love for the lord and a love and ease of learning. By the time she turned four years of age she was reading, which...

Jobe Timothy Rush, 56, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on July 22, 2018, at 8:22 AM at Chesapeake Regional Hospital, with his family members at his side. He was born on September 25, 1961, in Key West, Florida. Jobe went to Deep Creek High School and later earned his Diploma. Throughout his working days, he worked at the Drawbridge Restaurant, was a Cox Cable Installer, a Security Guard, Sales Associate at the Camelot Store, a part-time DJ (Blocker). More...

Hector Gabriel Clemente, was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on May 29, 1977.  Lovingly called Gabby by his family and friends,  he had a heart of gold.  He loved horses and enjoyed riding during his younger years.  Kind hearted, caring and always laughing, he was full of life and joy.  He brought a smile to everyone he met.  He will be greatly missed.  We love you and will always carry you in our hearts.  We will never forget and say …. hasta...