The Virginian-Pilot

Douglas Albert Hollowell, 81, of 433 Dillard's Mill Road, and a former longtime resident of Portsmouth, VA, died Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in Brookdale of Elizabeth City. Mr. Hollowell was born in Portsmouth on April 28, 1942, and was the son of the late Luke and Hulda Marie Asbell Hollowell. The retired owner of Douglas A. Hollowell, PC, with offices in Portsmouth, Elizabeth City, and Edenton, he was a CPA for 45 years and a member of the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants, the North Carolina Association of CPAs, and other professional organizations. While living in Virginia, he and his wife were active in the Southeastern Virginia Fox Hunters Association where for 25 years...

Delia (Dede) Jean Link Kirwan passed away on January 3, 2024, at the age of 90, in Wilmington, DE. Born on January 3, 1934, in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the youngest daughter of the late Harold Forrest Link and Delia (Sloan) Link. Dede was the devoted wife of Denny Kirwan. To read the extended obituary and leave online condolences for the family, go to www.rtfoard.com

Mary Faust Heavner, 90, passed away November 19, 2023, at home. She was born August 15, 1933, to Nelson K. and Elsie M. Faust in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Mary graduated from Ursinus College in 1955 and married Phillip G. Heavner in 1957. Mary was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a former resident of Scenery Hill, PA, a decades-long member of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in Eighty-Four, PA, and a member of the Bentworth Business and Professional Women's Organization, where she was Woman of the Year in 2007. She had a long teaching career and touched the lives of many students, especially during her tenure at Bentworth Middle School in Bentleyville, PA. She leaves...

Safety Harbor, FL. passed away peacefully on October 18th, surrounded by the love and presence of his family. Billy was born in Norfolk, VA and graduated from Princess Anne High School, where he was an all-state wrestler, in 1969. He was a Master Electrician at Dorey Electric in Norfolk for the first half of his career, before finishing his career with Wayne J. Griffin Electric in Massachusetts. Billy will be remembered for his humor, his willingness to serve others, his faith, and his unending love for his friends and family. His wife remembers him as her great love, who sheltered her and made her laugh. His brother and sisters remember him as their protector and playful tormentor. His...

It is with deep sadness that the family of Walter William Collins, 78, of The Villages FL, announce his passing on October 11. Walter was a man of brilliant mind, and kind soul. He was born in Quantico, Virginia in 1944 to Ralph A. Collins Jr., and Elizabeth Waltenberg. With a proudly earned scholarship, Walter attended the College of William and Mary majoring in physics, where he also was part of the marching band. Like his mother, he was a gifted musician. Walter often returned to participate in the homecoming festivities and rejoin the band once again, playing the french horn and on occasion tuba, for the halftime show. Later he worked as a Civil Service Engineer with the U.S....

Julius Leroy Whorton, 84, husband of Courtney Music Whorton, father of Julius Whorton, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023. The funeral will be at 11:00 am Saturday in the Chapel of Edo Miller and Sons. Burial will follow in Palmetto Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.edomillerandsons.com for the Whorton family.

In Loving Memory of Helena "Kathleen" Murphy Age: 88 Date of Birth: February 5, 1935 Date of Passing: October 6, 2023 Helena "Kathleen" Murphy, age 88, peacefully departed from this world on October 6, 2023, in Alpharetta, GA. She was born and raised in Danville, VA, and her life was a testament to love, faith, and family. Her faith in Jesus Christ was secure and she never missed an opportunity to watch her church family online or talk about salvation and heaven. Kathleen was the beloved wife of the late Rex A. Murphy and a cherished member of the Great Bridge Baptist Church community. She was the loving daughter of Theodore Thomason and Lillian Thomason and is now reunited with her...

Solomon Alexander Cokes, Jr. of Estero, Florida, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Solomon was born on September 26, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA and raised in Suffolk, VA. Solomon, known as Sonny to his family, leaves behind a rich and enduring legacy. He was deeply connected to his wife and soulmate, Pamela Rothmann, with whom he shared 35 beautiful years. In addition to Pam, Sonny is survived by his children, Lisa Cokes, Keith Cokes, Sean Cokes, and Corey Cokes; and his sisters, Anne Cokes Sadler and Patricia Cokes Abraham. He embraced the joys of being a grandfather to grandchildren, Zora, Zion, B?la, and Corrine. He...

Barbara A. Mckeithan-Blank (nee Fulginiti) age 86 of Palm Coast, FL, daughter of the late Frank and Irene Fulginiti passed away peacefully in her sleep on the 14th of September 2023. She was born on the 17th of February 1937 in Camden, NJ., and is survived by her beloved husband Leo G. Blank Jr., Aunt Maria (Fulginiti) White of Flagler Beach, FL., and many cousins and friends. She was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting www.floridacremationsociety.com

A Celebration of Life Service for William Thomas "Billy" Greer, Jr. will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Virginia Wesleyan University. Billy's complete obituary is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.

William Thomas Greer, Jr. 81, died peacefully at his home in Asheville, NC, on August 30th, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born to parents William Thomas Greer and Winnie Agnes Duke Greer in Brunswick, GA, on July 28th, 1942, Billy Greer grew up in Tifton, GA, and graduated from Valdosta State University. Feeling drawn to the ministry, he studied at Emory University's Candler School of Theology and earned an M.Div. degree from Drew University. Seeking yet broader theological understanding, he was research assistant for a year for Professor William Barclay, the distinguished Scottish theologian at the University of Glasgow. He went on to earn a Doctor of Sacred Theology degree at Emory...

Caroline Winslow Norrington, 90, of Cary, NC passed away at Glenaire Retirement Community on July 30, 2023. She was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on June 11, 1933. She was a graduate of Tufts University. She was a lifelong educator and retired from teaching in Virginia Beach, VA. She was an avid reader, animal lover and master gardener. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Charles Gilbert Norrington, a career naval officer. She is survived by 2 sons and daughter-in-laws, Charles Gilbert Norrington, Jr. and Barbara Allen of Durham, NC; George Dyer Norrington and Krista Grow of Glen Allen, VA. She was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Eric Charles Norrington (Jesci), G. Dyer...

Malcolm David Hathaway, Jr., known throughout his life as "M. D.", transitioned from this earthly life on 7/8/23 at 80 years of age, at home surrounded by loved ones. M.D. grew up in the village of Churchland, Virginia and attended Norfolk County public schools through graduation from Churchland High School in 1961. He was awarded a football scholarship by the University of South Carolina and lettered in football there, making friends for a lifetime. He made connections with athletes from the entire Tidewater area as he enjoyed all sports and excelled in most. He was speaking with some of these lifelong friends throughout his recent illness. M.D. worked for many years for McLean...

Walter Henry Grizzard, Jr., 75, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was born and raised in Smithfield, VA. He had been a resident of Virginia Beach since 2002. Walter was a devoted father who loved and cared particularly about the happiness and well-being of his children and grandchildren and his beloved wife. He was a graduate of Smithfield High School where he was an accomplished athlete as well as the drummer in his band The Trenchmen. After high school he graduated from Christopher Newport College where he was a member of the inaugural basketball team. He was a Vietnam War era U. S. Army Reserves veteran. Walter worked in the food service and brokerage business for many years,...

Mrs. Lily "Melvin" Smith Jarvis, born 9/27/1923, a resident of Aurora, NC, passed away on 7/3/2023. On 4/2/1948, she married Carl Maxton Jarvis, Sr. who preceded her in death, 10/28/1986. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Jarvis Linton of Boca Raton, FL; 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She retired from the telephone company in Chesapeake, VA in 1975. Funeral services were held at 1:00 PM on 7/7/2023, at Christ Vision Church, Blounts Creek, NC. A burial followed in Oakdale Cemetery in Washington, NC. Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.paulfuneralhome.com

Robert Joseph Oxenford "The Ox" passed away on June 7th, 2023, at St. Mary's Hospital. His passing was accelerated by his indifference to his medical conditions; COPD, emphysema, diabetes, kidney failure. His 100% medical disability was due to asbestos exposure while in the Navy. He was born in Boone, IA (Boone County) on January 10, 1952. He is the son of John Booth Oxenford, born in Lake City, IA (Calhoun County) and Barbara Ruth (Burtch) Oxenford, born on the Burtch Farm Northeast of Osage, IA (Mitchell County). He is preceded in death by both parents and his older brother, John Thomas Oxenford of Grand Junction, CO, born in Boone, IA (Boone County). He is survived by his younger sister...

Deborah Jeanne Houseknecht, daughter of Dr, Robert A. and Rosmary Houseknecht passed away on May 12 at Cornerstone Hospice after a long illness. Deborah graduated Summa cum Laude from Longwood University. She was an elementary school teacher and taught both in Virginia and Florida for many years. Deborah is survived by her Father and Mother, Brother Robert Houseknecht, his wife Donna, two nieces Sarah Almeida and Robin Weldon and their four children Alex and Mason Almeida, Riley Weldon and Blazely Waterman. Deborah resided at her home in Del Webb and at her parent's home in The Villages for 10 years during her illness. Instead of a local viewing and funeral service the family has opted for a...

William Patrick "Bill" Long, 63 of Moyock, North Carolina passed peacefully in the arms of his family on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Rockville, Maryland. He was born in Greenville, Pennsylvania to the late William and Garda Long. Bill retired after 24 years in the United States Navy and then had a second career as a manager/radiology tech with Harbor View Hospital. He was a beloved coach and mentor who impacted the lives of so many. Bill was known for always bringing life to a party with belly laughs and stories. He enjoyed traveling, seeking out new adventures and creating core memories with his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Diana (who he always referred to as his "bride"); his...

Timothy Francis McGlone, an award-winning newspaper journalist, loving father and ever-hopeful Yankees fan, passed away May 10, 2023, at his home in Madison, WI, of complications related to heart, liver and blood conditions. Born Oct. 2, 1963, in West Islip, NY, Tim was the youngest of the six children of John and Maura McGlone. He grew up in Deer Park and survived a childhood battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. His love of reporting grew while covering the New York State Legislature as a journalism student at the State University of New York College at New Paltz, where he graduated in 1985. Tim worked at newspapers in the Hudson Valley before moving to Schenectady in 1989 to work for the...

On May 8, 2023, Robert Don Matera, beloved husband of Susan Matera; devoted father of Michael T. Matera (Tracy), John A. Matera (Jessica), and Robert E. Matera; cherished grandfather of Owen, Lillian, Amanda, Corey, Melissa, and Sarah; loving brother of John Matera, Tommy Matera, and Linda Wiltsey. Services and interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org).

Jennette, William L. Jr., dedicated husband, father and "PaPa" died May 4, 2023, at the age of 75. He was preceded in death by his parents, William L. Jennette, Sr. and Virginia Jennette; as well as his sister, Pam Jennette. He is survived by his wife of almost 55 years, Bev; his beloved children Les (Jennifer), Zak (Laura), and Ashton (Andy Harris); his cherished and adored Grands Luke Jennette, Lily Jennette, Burke Jennette, Virginia Harris and Will Harris; his dear friend, Peggy Carrington; his brother-in-law Bill Wells (Patty); sister-in-law Carol Hebert (Charlie) and extended family and friends. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 15, 2023. A Celebration of a Good...