Obituaries

Jun 7, 2025

Born on Sunday, August 7, 1960, at Virginia Beach Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Wanda Myles entered the world with a radiant spirit and a heart full of grace.

She was the beloved daughter of Alice Marie Wilson and Roosevelt Myles, who instilled in her the values of love, compassion, resilience, and faith. The third of seven children, Wanda grew up...

May 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Reginald Ivan Lee, Jr.

June 18,1989 – May 29, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Reginald Ivan Lee, Jr., affectionately known as “Reggie,” who departed this life on May 29, 2025, at the age of 35 in Virginia Beach, Virginia, due to injuries sustained in a tragic car accident.

Born and raised in...

May 16, 2025

His-Story

Alexander W. Tyler, Jr., affectionately known as “Butch,” was born in Clifton Forge, Virginia, on October 31, 1946, to the late Alexander W. “Bobby” Tyler and Mary Jane Tyler. Butch passed away peacefully surrounded by those who loved him most.

Butch attended Watson High School, where he was a proud four-year member of the undefeated football team, playing center. He also...

May 2, 2025

George Stallwerch Fisher, born on December 10, 1937, to the late Samuel & Cora Fisher in Ivor, Virginia and passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in Upper Marlboro. He leaves behind a legacy woven through the lives he enriched, with the memory of his laughter and warmth echoing in the hearts of his loved ones.

George, dedicated much of his...

Apr 30, 2025

Willie James Brock, Jr. entered eternal rest on April 30, 2025, in Chesapeake, Virginia at the young age of 72. He was born on July 9, 1952, to the late Willie James Brock, Sr. and ElfreaHaynes Brock.

Raised in Virginia Beach, Willie attended First Colonial High School before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he served as...

Apr 17, 2025

Elder Helen Vickers Johnson, affectionately known as Pastor Helen, entered eternal rest on April 17, 2025, at age 91, surrounded by the warmth of her beloved family and cherished friends. She was the daughter of the late Rosa and Elijah Vickers. Born on July 28, 1933, in Latta, South Carolina, she spent her early years there, receiving her education in...

Mar 16, 2025

Curtis Cross, born on January 18, 1958, peacefully departed this life on March 16, 2025. He lived a remarkable 67 years that were dedicated to his family, faith, and career.

A proud graduate of Manor High School, Curtis was awarded a full scholarship to Norfolk State University, where he honed his skills on the basketball court for two years. Basketball was...

Feb 9, 2025

Iren O’Linda Dolberry Dawson (Shug, Sugar Baby)

Irene O’Linda Dolberry was born to Irene O’Dell Haskins Dolberry and James Albert Dolberry, Jr. on Augst 2, 1949 in Norfolk, VA. She (Shug) is the second of ten children.

Irene graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1967. She grew up in the church under the leadership of an aunt, Reverend Rosa Fisher...

Jan 31, 2025

Alonzo McConnie Jr, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, in Portsmouth, Virginia. He was born on October 6, 1952, in Wilson, North Carolina, where he first developed his deep appreciation for life and the arts that would define him.

Alonzo dedicated his professional life to the construction industry as a skilled bricklayer, working for...

Jan 27, 2025

Nov 15, 2024

StrangeProphet”

“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:” 1 Peter 2:9

Frankie M. Fells Jr. departed this life on Friday November 15, 2024, in Portsmouth, VA. Frankie was one of three children born to...

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Serena Renee (Holmes) Ali was born in Paterson, NJ on July 14, 1953. She was the third of five children born to Joseph Holmes Sr. and Serena Mae Holmes. Renee departed this life on August 20, 2024.

 

Renee attended Paterson Public Schools. She graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1970 at the age of 16. She was accepted to...

Aug 12, 2024

The Life of Brother Vience L. Bell, Sr.

Our beloved Vience was born December 12, 1955, in Princess Anne County, now Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was the second child born to his loving parents Fred Hunter Bell and Norma Lawrence Bell. On Monday, August 12, 2024, Vience quietly completed this earthly journey, at the direction of God our Heavenly Father, who...

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Jul 26, 2024

On Friday, July 26, 2024, our beloved Tomeka quietly completed this earthly journey, and answered God’s call to lay down her burdens and enter eternal rest.

Tomeka, who was affectionally known as “Nee-Nee,” or “Meka,” was born June 7, 1979, to Jesse Allen (Al) and Cynthia Louise Smith. She was reared in Creeds, (Virginia Beach), and was educated in the Virginia...