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Cape Charles, Virginia Obituaries

May Francis Townsend

May Francis Townsend

Aug 6, 2019

May Francis Townsend , departed this life on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at her residence. May was born January 12, 1949 in Trenton, New Jersey to the late Charlie Williams and Francis Pool Williams.

May was educated in the public school system in Trenton, New Jersey and later received a certificate to serve...

Douglas Aaron Perry

Douglas Aaron Perry

Jul 9, 2019

Douglas Aaron Perry, also know as "Crickett" was born on April 21, 1962 to the late Evangeline Jefferson Perry and William Aaron Perry. Douglas, our beloved father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend departed this life on Tuesday July 9, 2019, with his daughter, Octavia by his side.

Douglas joined First Baptist Church at an early age....

Robin D Joyner

Robin D Joyner

Jun 20, 2019

Ms. Robin D. Ayers Joyner, 62 of Cape Charles, was born June 9, 1957 and departed this life on Thursday, June 20, 2019 surrounded by family; talking and playing with her beloved grandson, eight month old, Adonis Montrel Gaines.  There was no sign or warning that on this day she would leave us.

Robin: wife, companion, mother,...

Daniel I Giddens

Daniel I Giddens

Jun 4, 2019

Daniel I. Giddens, 78, a resident of Northampton County Virginia entered in eternal rest on the morning of Tuesday, June 4, 2019. He was born on January 18, 1941 to the Late Irvin and Charlotte Press Giddens in New York.

Daniel spent his early years in Northampton County where he was raised by his grandparents and was...

John Bernard Wynder

John Bernard Wynder

May 5, 2019

The Alpha

Elder John Bernard Wynder was born to the late Rachel Smith Wynder and John Alfred Wynder on November 9, 1935 in Norfolk, VA

The Omega

He transitioned from this life to receive his reward in the early afternoon hours on May...

Lillian Virginia James

Lillian Virginia James

Jan 17, 2019

Mrs. Lillian Virginia Hack James was born on February 18, 1953 to the late Sylvania and Adelle Hack of Accomack County, Virginia.  She passed away January 17, 2019.

Lillian came to know Christ at an early age.  She accepted Christ at the age of 8, under the leadership of the late Bishop Jesse P. Handshaw, Sr.

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Obelia Shirleen Sisco Smith

Obelia Shirleen Sisco Smith

Dec 26, 2018

Mrs. Obelia Shirleen Sisco Smith Wright entered this life on March 14, 1937 to the late Mrs. Sadie Mae Moore and the late Mr. Sandford Sisco. She was one of nine children.  Three of her siblings, Beryl Savage, Mary Ellen Sisco, and Tucker Smith preceded her in death.  On February 14, 1976, Obelia united in Holy Matrimony with Mr....

Homer Wilson Gholson

Homer Wilson Gholson

Dec 17, 2018

God picked a flower out of His garden of "Life" and placed it on His bouquet of "Eternal Rest".

Holmer Wilson Gholson was born on October 3, 1951 to the late Molly Kellam and Lankford Weeks.  Homer attended Cape Charles Public School system where he played football, basketball and of course sung in the school...

Alfred Randolph Wilson

Alfred Randolph Wilson

Oct 12, 2018

Alfred Wilson, 71, of Cape Charles, VA passed away peacefully on Friday. October 12, 2018 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Nassawadox, VA

Annie Lee Brown

Annie Lee Brown

Oct 2, 2018

Annie Lee Brown went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Heritage Hall Nursing Facility in Nassawadox, VA. Annie was born October 13, 1918 to the late Nicholas and Mary F. Brown in Dalby, Va. She attended Northampton Public Schools. At an early age, she confessed her life to Christ and became a member of...

James Owens

James Owens

Sep 5, 2018

James Owens passed away peacefully at Heritage Hall Nursing Home on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.

Catherine Owens Satchell

Catherine Owens Satchell

Sep 4, 2018

Catherine Owens-Satchell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, Va.

Delois Page

Delois Page

Sep 3, 2018

Elder Delois Page, daughter of the late Isaiah and Estella Jackson was born January 24, 1937 in Seaview, Virginia.  She received salvation and joined Mount Sinai Gospel Tabernacle, Fairview, Virginia under the leadership of Bishop E. D. Smith.  After the death of Bishop Smith, she continued to serve under the leadership of Bishop Helen Gillis.  She enjoyed...

George E Kenney

George E Kenney

Sep 2, 2018

George E. Kenney, of Cape Charles, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home.

Mary Ferbee Henderson

Mary Ferbee Henderson

Aug 28, 2018

Mary was born on May 13, 1923 and entered into eternal rest on August 28. 2018. Burial will be Thursday, August 6, 2018 at 12PM at African Baptist Church Cemetery, Cheriton, VA

Baby Mckenzee Noel Cherry

Baby Mckenzee Noel Cherry

Aug 13, 2018

Baby McKenzee Noel Cherry entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 13, 2018.

Corine Wynder Roselle

Corine Wynder Roselle

Jul 27, 2018

Deaconess Corine Wynder Roselle, daughter of the late Rachel Smith Wynder and John Alfred Wynder was born on October 15, 1934 in Norfolk, VA.  She was the wife of the late Jacob H. Roselle.  Corine peacefully departed her life Friday, July 27, 2018 at Norfolk Sentra Heart Hospital Norfolk, VA. Corine accepted Christ at an early age at African Baptist...

Yvonne Stewart Burgess

Yvonne Stewart Burgess

Jul 20, 2018

Yvonne Lee Burgess was born on June 21, 1957 in Nassawadox, Virginia to Eddie and Susie Cora Stewart. Yvonne was educated in Northampton County Public School System. She was an employee of the American House, Perdue, Kane & Miller, Northampton Seafood, and Cobbs-Ventress. Yvonne accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Bishop Estella Smith. She was a...

Hector Escalera

Hector Escalera

Jul 19, 2018

Hector Escalera, 41 of Henrico, Virginia departed this life on Thursday, July 19, 2018 in Eastville, Virginia. He was the son of the late Felicita Escalera and Hector Escalera. He was born April 6, 1977 in New York City, New York. He was employed by Infinity Delivery Service. Roland Crematory Service, Norfolk, Virginia is assisting the family.

Johnnie Henderson

Johnnie Henderson

Jul 16, 2018

The Beginning Johnnie Henderson, husband of the late Sylvia Robinson Henderson, was born on June 4, 1927 to the late Willie and Cordelia Scott Henderson. The Journey Johnnie Boy, as he was affectionately called, was born, reared and educated in Northampton County, VA.  Johnnie Boy married Sylvia Robinson on February 28, 1859 and to this union, seven children were born;...

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