He ran his company successfully for over forty years. She is also survived by her stepmother, Alma McDaniel; and two half-brothers, James Thomas McDaniel and William C. McDaniel of Richmond. Smith and Son Funeral Home, 3009 Chestnut Ave., Newport News. She is survived by her son, James D. Olson, and wife, Judy L. Olson, of Yorktown; daughter, Miriam Ann Olson, of Hampton; grandson, Michael S. Olson, and his wife, Brenda L. Olson, of Las Vegas, Nev.; and sister, Anna Erickson, of Michigan. Search Smithfield obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. Burial will be in Bethany Church Cemetery. 5. Gracie Banks, 78, of 921 Garden Drive, slipped quietly away Sunday, Jan. 31, 1999, at Sentara Hampton General Hospital. Arrangements by Crocker Funeral Home Inc. Gladys Mae White Cowley, age 86, of Hampton, widow of John D. Cowley, died on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999. Dr. Robert D. Marston officiating. He was a native of Isle of Wight County. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Francine B. Blizzard; and his parents, John Henry and Cora Rhodes Blizzard. He was a native of Isle of Wight County. Arrangements by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. Grassfield edged Nansemond River 3-2 in a key Southeastern District showdown. The family has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. Arrangements by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. He was a wonderful father who always cared for his family first. He was 44. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. Lanier was graduated from the Graduate School of Banking, Rutgers University (1951). Following his retirement, Lanier joined the faculty as a lecturer at the College of William and Mary, Graduate School of Business (1976-83), and continued his work as chairman of the Investment Committee for Newport News Employees' Retirement Fund (1972-96) and as vice chairman of the Board of Commissioners for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (1978-94). Interment will follow in the church cemetery. KENDALL WARNER/STAFF, Speak to recruitment advertising specialist, As newly elected Rep. Jen Kiggans reflects on first few months in Congress, heres what shes been up to, Sen. Kaine introduces national version of state anti-housing discrimination law for veterans, low-income families, Old Dominion, William & Mary tennis teams head to North Carolina for NCAA Tournament, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. He worked at Newport News Shipbuilding for seventeen years before moving on from that employer to pursue his passion for working the land and starting his own company, L. E. Blizzard Landscaping & Grading. He was a native of Weston, W.Va., and had been a Peninsula resident since 1973. Repast immediately following the burial at the United House of Prayer, hosted by the Second Senior Choir. Recent Obituaries | Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Downtown) 1601 27th Street Newport News, VA 23607 757-380-0251 Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Denbigh) 14346 Old Courthouse Way Newport News, VA 23602 (757) 380-0251 Search the Obituaries Show All / Browse Obituaries She is survived by one son, Michael Nevseta, and his wife, Carol, of Pittsburgh; three grandchildren; and one sister, Blanche Rowe Trombley, of Hayes. He was predeceased by his father, Sam Stokes. Neighbors and passersby will remember the beauty she created on the corner of Amherst Street and Chesapeake Boulevard. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Brown's A.M.E. Church, Smithfield, Virginia. He retired from the U.S. Air Force, Langley, in 1978. Twelve great-grandchildren, Kimaana Miles; Kedar Miles; Khemi Miles; Henry Rush; Cash Rush; Jahzara Manley; Shamiyah Taylor; Ahmyas Taylor; Briylin Taylor; JuanYae Evans; JAdore Evans, and Sincere Blizzard. The family will receive friends on Friday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. Explore life stories, offer tributes/condolences, send flowers or create a lasting online memorial for loved ones. The family may be contacted through Mary J. Tolliver at 827-5430, or Mamie A. Batchelor at 826-5377 and 826-7834. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church East End and a member of the Senior Usher Board. Donations may be made to the Peninsula Boys' Club or the charity of your choice. Let the family know you are thinking of them. The family will be at the church one hour prior to services for a visitation with friends. Sam Elvis "Slim" Eubanks, 85, husband of Marian Turner Eubanks, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. She is survived by a son, Paul H. Downs, and his wife, Anne, of Virginia Beach; brother, Wilson Armstead, of Mathews; sister, Ruby Grubb, of Ark; and many loving nieces and nephews. Final services will be handled by Floyd Funeral Home, Weston, W.Va. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 3-C, Newport News, Va. 23606-4217. Richard Brown officiating. She was the first born to the union of the late Frank and Annie Watson. He was a civil engineer in Newport News from 1965 until he retired in 1982. Virginia (Virgi) Alamillo Rich, 70, passed away surrounded by family after a yearlong battle with cancer on April 6, 2023. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Published by Daily Press on Nov. 27, 2022. . At 15-0 the Knights, who host No. Mr. Allen Roane, 74, departed this life Feb. 1, 1999, at Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News. As a glider pilot with the American 82nd Airborne Division, he participated in the combat action of Operation Market Garden in the Netherlands during World War II and received commendation from the minister of defense of the Netherlands. SMITHFIELD - Charles Randal Edwards Sr., 57, of 14245 Poor House Road, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1998. Mr. Rex is survived by his wife, Effie; two daughters, Judy Hunt, and her husband, David, of Newport News, and Susan Buckley, and her husband, Ronald, of Lewisville, Texas; four grandchildren, Bryan Hunt, serving with the Foreign Service in Botswana, Kelly Hunt of Newport News, Mark and Gregory Buckley of Lewisville, Texas; and his sister, Eleanora Baker, of Andreas, Pa. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Trinity Lutheran Church, conducted by the Rev. Arrangements by Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. A funeral service, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Nathaniel David Copeland, 93, was called to eternal rest on Monday, Feb. 1, 1999, at Maryview Nursing Center, Suffolk. Mrs. Downs, a longtime resident of Eslabrooks, Norfolk, enjoyed working in her flower gardens. Dr. Braxton Allport Jr., will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church. Viewing will be Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Because of her love for the Lord, we rejoice in the confidence that she will enjoy eternal life with her husband who preceded her, Woodrow "Woody" Wilson Forbes. William (Bill) Freeman, Jr 61 of Shelton, WA passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2023. She is also survived by her special niece, Clare "Bobbie" Jones, and nephew, Thomas "Bail of Cotton" Jones, her care givers; as well as her extended children, Martha "Marthie" Staton and family. Moses Lee Smith, "Smitty," of 210 Manchester Drive, Hampton, went home to rest on Thursday, Jan. 28, 1999, at the Coliseum Park Nursing Home, Hampton. Martha Massey died Feb. 3, 1999. He was a native of Isle of Wight County and was president of Smithfield Lumber Co. Inc. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Lewes, Del. He was the . Smitty was employed by the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. until his illness. Viewing will be Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m. at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, and two hours prior to the service Friday at the church. The loss of a loved one can leave you with a lot of unanswered questions, feelings of stress and anxiety and grief that makes events difficult to handle. He always welcomed anyone in his home, and his family never had to worry about a place to stay when they came to town. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. Cox Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Professional services entrusted to the White-Tidewater Funeral Home, Jamaica. He worked at Newport News Shipbuilding for seventeen years before moving on from that employer to pursue his passion for working the land and starting his own company. Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Smithfield, VA - It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Leslie Marable Rutledge, Jr., of Smithfield, VA, on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the age of 77. Lawrence E. Blizzard, Sr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. The Knights won the game 2-0 and remain No. April 11, 2023 Obituaries Arrangements by Pretlow and Chapman Funeral Home. She joined Cherry Chapel Baptist Church, Hobgood, N.C., and accepted Christ as her personal savior. His love showed through his conversation. Reynolds Funeral Home, Ahoskie, N.C., is in charge of arrangements. KENDALL WARNER/STAFF (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot). Kellam's Grace Andes throws the ball to first during a game at Kempsville High in Virginia Beach last week. Great Bridge surged from No. Arrangements by O.H. 4 this week, as the Warriors dropped three places to No. He retired from Sears Roebuck in 1982. Visit Obituary Will R. Wiggins, Sr. Apr 19, 2023 He leaves to cherish his memories one goddaughter, Evelyn Manley of Alexandria; one brother, Richard Smith of Newport News; five sisters, Mamie A. Batchelor, Mary J. Tolliver and Patty Z. Highsmith of Hampton, Margaret S. Lynch and Hilda S. Jefferson of Richmond; four sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law; five nieces, 12 nephews, 19 great-nieces and nephews, six great-great-nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Lanier also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, 1944-46. Family and friends will assemble at 16125 West Bryon Dr., Smithfield Heights. Arrangements by Wright Funeral Home, Franklin. She will be receiving visitors at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel on Friday, Feb. 5, from 2 to 5 p.m. She will lie in state Saturday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. Services will begin at 11 a.m. at the United House of Prayer, 1811 Ivy Ave., officiated by Apostle Boyd. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, at Riverside Funeral Home, by the Rev. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of The next five: Smithfield, Kecoughtan, Gloucester, Kempsville, York. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. "Sweet Daddy" Grace in 1933. She is survived by a son, Wilson J. Forbes, and two granddaughters, Donna L. Forbes and Rita A. Forbes, all of Hampton. Box 527, Gloucester, Va. 23062. Kellam held onto the top spot in the 757Teamz top 15 in softball courtesy of a hard-fought 2-0 win over Beach District foe Kempsville. The funeral service will be held at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. She was comforted by her three children, Charles E. Lundin Jr., Mary Lou Lundin of Richmond and Joan Lundin Henley of Wake; and three grandchildren, Stephanie, Eric and Christopher Henley. He has a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends. She received her education in North Carolina, which was also her birth state. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Maxine McDaniel Lundin, age 75, of Wake, formerly of Richmond, loving mother and grandmother, widow of Charles E. Lundin Sr., passed away at home on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999, after a short illness. She was the widow of Sidney Coleman. Kitty will be remembered by many, but especially by her family, as a warm and loving mother and grandmother. He was born in Hecla, Pa., on June 26, 1921. Ms. Kazuko Bauguess, 67, a native of Japan, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. He. Mr. Lanier was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Robertson Lanier. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. Virgi is survived by her former husband, Bill Rich, and their children, Danielle Durham, Vanessa Stevens, Steve Durham, Ciata DeWeese, Brandy Hahs, and Frank Rich as well as nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and four brothers. In his memory, contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, P.O. Enter your email below to receive a grief support message from us each day for a year. Send Flowers Send Flowers. Carolyn Clark, officiating. Lawrence was having bible studies to become one of Jehovahs servants for many years. Retired Maj. Charles R. "Pat" Rex died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999, of cancer after a brief illness. The Clippers enter at No. Latest Obituaries Obituaries John Clayton Carter John Clayton Carter, 41, of Harrisonburg, VA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 30, 2023. 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The viewing will be Friday, September 23, 2022, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. He made everyone that he encountered smile and often laugh. He met the love of his life, Francine, in his teenage years, and together they have five children; Wanda Blizzard of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Angela Bremby (David) of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Venus Taylor (Lowell) of Nassau, Bahamas; Lawrence Blizzard Jr. (Dorothy) of Smithfield, Virginia and Jewel Blizzard of Newport News, Virginia. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Ivor. . Interment will be in Lower United Methodist Church Cemetery. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. The family gives sincere thanks for all the cards, flowers, and support. A funeral will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Pleasant Plains Baptist Church, Highway 13 South, Ahoskie, N.C. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Box 1130, Gloucester, Va. 23061. Whether you have come to our site for information about an upcoming service or to make arrangements for one, we hope the information you find here will be helpful. She was a resident of Newport News for many years. 6 to No. Mr. Samuel C. Stokes died on Jan. 27, 1999. March 13, 2023 As a member of the 315th Troop Carrier Squadron he received the Air Medal for meritorious achievement and exceptional airmanship in the execution of missions in Holland. He grew up knowing how to landscape, plant/harvest vegetables, and farm. 6 Western Branch in this weeks biggest game, are the only unbeaten team in Hampton Roads. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Staff Builder's Hospice, 6161 Kempsville Circle, Suite 205, Norfolk, Va. 23502. This was an end to a long and courageous struggle with cancer. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Enfield, N.C., with the Rev. The family will assemble at the residence at 12:15 p.m. Saturday. Family and friends should assemble at the residence by 12:15 p.m. on Friday. Born in 1953 and a graduate of Apple Valley HS in 1971, Virgi worked at Victor Valley Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center before her retirement. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. Willie J. Hilton at the funeral home. (Rev. BRUNSWICK - Virginia "Ginny" Trott McCabe passed at Horizons Living and Rehab Center on April 19, 2023 after a long illness. The viewing will be Friday, September 23, 2022, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Smith and Son Funeral Home. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She was a member of Norview Presbyterian Church. She loved camping, hiking, traveling, crafting, and spending time with family and friends including the YaYa's. The service will be held at 1 p.m. by the Rev. She was born in Isle of Wight County and had been a resident of Newport News for many years. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1965 after 22 years of service. Services entrusted to the professional staff of Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. Lawrence J. Biermann. Yes, simply click Add a photo located underneath the main photo of the obituary then upload the photos/videos you wish to share. Daily Press Obituaries Submit an Obituary Sort By: Obituaries Locations Funeral Homes High Schools Colleges 3,132 Obituaries Today Yesterday Sunday, April 16, 2023 Saturday, April 15,. He was born in Chicago, IL on December 11, 1961.. The family wishes to thank Dr. Melvin Green and his staff, Sentara Hampton General Hospital, co-workers from Eastern State Hospital, as well as those whose names are too numerous to mention, for all prayers, telephone calls and acts of kindness throughout the entire time of her illness. A homegoing celebration will be Saturday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. from the Escobrook Baptist Church, Shacklefords, with the pastor, the Rev. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Gladys Holloway Apr 15, 2023 Surry, Va. Mr. Jerome King Apr 13, 2023 Surry, Va. Eugenia Fling Hills Apr 7, 2023 Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. A graveside service will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. You can click this link to create an obituary. She served under Bishop "Daddy" McCollough as well as our present overseer, Daddy Madison. Lawrence will be sadly missed by everyone, especially his family. Woodrow M. Brown Jr., pastor, and the Rev. Alvina Ray Downs, 91, died on Feb. 1, 1999, at Sentara Village, Chesapeake. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. 1515 S. Church Street , Smithfield, VA. She was known for her courage, generosity, and as an excellent role model. Annie Watson Mabry Coleman slipped into eternal rest on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 1999. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. He taught his only son Lawrence Blizzard, Jr., how to landscape, and eventually, Lawrence, Jr. added concrete contracting to the company before branching off and starting his own company, L. E. Blizzard Concrete Contractor, Inc. Lawrence loved people and animals. Express your condolences with flowers sent to Lawrence's family. She was a member of Norview Baptist Church. A memorial funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6, at Norview Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Mr. Lanier is listed in "Who's Who in the South and Southwest" and in "Personalities of the South." He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Helen L. Roane; two sons, Ernest A. Roane of Silver Spring, Md., and Walter T. Roane of Petersburg; two daughters-in-law, Evelyn and Sharleen Roane; three grandchildren; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. The experienced funeral directors at Poole's Funeral Home will guide you through the aspects of the funeral service with compassion, dignity and respect. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, Kellam's Grace Andes throws the ball to first during a game at Kempsville High in Virginia Beach last week. Tom Bosserman and the Rev. She was a native of Gloucester. The service will also be viewable via livestream, please refer to the funeral homes website; Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Downtown). A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He was a firefighter for the U.S. Civil Service at Langley Air Force Base for the last 18 years. From casket choices to funeral flowers, we will provide individualized funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from Smithfield. She was a housewife and a member of Parkview Baptist Church. 21:4). Harry Lewis Schuler, age 80, died Feb. 2, 1999, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. Share your thoughts and memories of Lawrence, Share your thoughts and memories with family and friends of Lawrence. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Box 22, Urbanna, Va. 23175; or to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P.O. John "Kimball" Payne, a former Baltimore Sun reporter who later became a Virginia investment banker, died Feb. 25 from sarcoma at his Virginia Beach home. Karl F. Lanier, age 88, a native and lifelong resident of Newport News, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. April 11, 2023 Obituaries George Merrill Eason, Sr. George Merrill Eason, Sr, 88, of Smithfield, VA passed away on Friday April 7, 2023. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. She was born in Mathews County and was the widow of Liston Downs. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Arrangements by O.H. JACKSON BURCH OBITUARY. 10 two weeks ago, continues its rise through the rankings and is up to No. She loved them all. She was predeceased by her partner of 12 years, Sam Zillner, her brother, Richard, and her parents, Louis and Margaret Avila. Moses was a native of Enfield, N.C., where he received his education in the Halifax County public schools. He owned and operated a men's clothing store in Des Plaines, Ill., before moving to Virginia. Active in the community his entire life, his civic and business activities included service as: president (1976-77) and board member (three terms) of the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce; member of Virginia State Chamber of Commerce (1964-76); member of Committee on Admissions and Special Finance Ways and Means Committee (1973-75) for Hampton Roads Maritime Association; board member (1965-78) and member of the Executive Committee (1965-76) for Peninsula Industrial Council; member of Board of Directors of First & Merchants National Bank (1964-82); member of Board of Directors (1975) of Carolina-Virginia Chapter, Robert Morris Associates; member of the Federal Legislative Committee (1973-75) of the Virginia Bankers Association; Member of Newcomen Society in North America (1965-76); president (1981-82) and member Board of Directors (1983-86) Peninsula Fine Arts Center; president (1950-51) and member of Virginia Peninsula Chapter of the American Institute of Banking; member of Board of Directors (1966-67) of Virginia Hospital Service Association; member of Board of Directors (1965) for Home Builders Association; chairman of Virginia Chapter (1972) of Leukemia Society of America; chairman of Peninsula Campaign (1976) for the Hampton Institute; treasurer and member of Board of Directors (1963-75) for Peninsula Boys' Club of America; president and member of Board of Directors (1964-66) and Board of Trustees (1964-77) for United Way of Virginia Peninsula; treasurer (1972) of Peninsula Chapter of Virginia Society for Crippled Children and Adults; President of Newport News Lions Club (1960); member of Steering Committee of Formation, treasurer, member of Board of Directors and Board of Trustees for the now Peninsula Nature and Science Center (1963); coordinator (1966) of National Alliance of Businessmen; member of President's Council for the College of William and Mary (1975-76); general chairman of Virginia Chapter of Bicentennial Campaign (1976); chairman (1955) of Campaign for the March of Dimes; chairman (1962) of Campaign for the American Heart Association; member of Board of Directors (1963-65) for the American Red Cross; member of Board of Directors for the YMCA (1959-65); president (1961), vice president (1958-60) and member of Board of Directors (1976-82) of the James River Country Club; President (1974) and member of Board of Directors (1972-75) of Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Newport News; national vice president (1975) of Middle Atlantic Region for the Propeller Club; secretary (1953) and member of the Hampton Roads German Club (1933-94); chairman (1972) and member of Board of Advisers (1972-78) Transportation Corps, Museum Foundation; member of Board of Trustees Science Museum Association of Eastern Virginia (1976-78); and president (1977-78) Association United States Army, Peninsula Chapter. He moved to Newport News in 1955. Glen E. Burkhammer, 61, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Survivors include his wife, Regina I. Burkhammer; two daughters, Kimberly Y. Wright and Debra D. Farrow, both of Newport News; his mother, Freda M. Burkhammer, of Weston, W.Va.; two sisters, Clara Cutright and Mary Taylor, both of Weston, W.Va.; two brothers, Darrell and Charles Burkhammer, both of Weston, W.Va.; and four grandchildren, Michael and Kristin Spiridigliozzi, Jennifer Crane and Justin Farrow. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In his earlier years, Lanier played the piano in several local jazz bands, including the Jolly Jazzers and the Rhythm Raggers, and continued to enjoy playing informally among friends throughout his life. The family has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. He is survived by his two children, Sue Todd Lanier of San Mateo, Calif., and K. Frederick Lanier Jr. of Williamsburg, and his wife, Danuta, and their two children, Cristina and Elizabeth Todd. Janice Edwards, 58, lost a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999. Jay Ashby. In lieu of flowers, the family request expressions of sympathy be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Betty Page Bristow, P.O. He had been a Virginia resident since 1962 and a resident of Williamsburg since 1990. 3, trading places in the rankings with Western Branch after beating the Bruins 7-3. Arrangements are pending at Weymouth Funeral Home. Funeral services provided by: The lone newcomer to the Top 15 is Grafton, which beat ranked teams Poquoson and Deep Creek among three wins last week. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at First Baptist Church East End, with the Rev. Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at Bethany United Methodist Church, Smithfield, with Rev. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Poole's Funeral Home | Smithfield VA funeral home and cremation local_florist Providing funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Annie Christine Jordan departed this life Monday, Feb. 1, 1999. Edith Rowe Nevseta, age 75, died Jan. 31, 1999. NOTE: These rankings are based on results reported to The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press before Mondays games. 8721 Colonial Trail East | Smithfield, VA 23430 | Tel: 1-757-357-4742 | Miss. Jehovah has Lawrence in his memory, and there will be a joyous time when he will be resurrected to an earthly paradise. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News, Va. 23607; or to the Boy Scouts of America, 11725 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, Va. 23606. Arrangements have been made by Riverside Funeral Home. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Francine B. Blizzard; and his parents, John Henry and Cora Rhodes Blizzard. Lanier retired as president of First & Merchants National Bank of the Peninsula after a 46-year career in the banking industry. Milton Olander "Big Dog" Bailey, 62, died Feb. 1, 1999. Paul Housenworth, was held Tuesday in West Andover Cemetery in Andover, Ohio. Lawrence has eight grandchildren, Joseph Rush III (Joy); Delvenia Brown (Jeffrey); Lenisha Jackson-Miles (Charles); Lowell Taylor II; Antoine Taylor (Paige); Fanshawn Taylor-Evans (John); Lawrence Blizzard III (Shaquanna) and Lauren Blizzard.