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. Smitty was employed by the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. until his illness. She was the widow of Sidney Coleman. 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. Milton Olander "Big Dog" Bailey, 62, died Feb. 1, 1999. 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. 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. The service will be held at 1 p.m. by the Rev. Poole's Funeral Home | Smithfield VA funeral home and cremation local_florist Providing funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. At 15-0 the Knights, who host No. Jay Ashby. This was an end to a long and courageous struggle with cancer. 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. He was born in Hecla, Pa., on June 26, 1921. The family will be at the church one hour prior to services for a visitation with friends. He was a civil engineer in Newport News from 1965 until he retired in 1982. He was a wonderful father who always cared for his family first. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Smith and Son Funeral Home. He. Lawrence J. Biermann. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence V. Olson, and her daughter, Ruth Lynn Olson. Carolyn Clark, officiating. Mr. Lanier is listed in "Who's Who in the South and Southwest" and in "Personalities of the South." She was known for her courage, generosity, and as an excellent role model. He always welcomed anyone in his home, and his family never had to worry about a place to stay when they came to town. Start your morning in-the-know with the day's top stories. 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. Mr. Nathaniel David Copeland, 93, was called to eternal rest on Monday, Feb. 1, 1999, at Maryview Nursing Center, Suffolk. Box 22, Urbanna, Va. 23175; or to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P.O. You can click this link to create an obituary. He received the Meritorious Award from the American Heart Association in 1965 and the Brotherhood Citation from the National Conference of Christians and Jews in 1975. JACKSON BURCH OBITUARY. Please keep the Yeoman family in your thoughts and prayers. Poole's Funeral Home | Smithfield VA funeral home and cremation 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. Arrangements by O.H. Glen E. Burkhammer, 61, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Smithfield Obituaries | Local Obits for Smithfield, VA - Legacy.com 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. (Rev. Smith and Son Funeral Home. Paul Housenworth, was held Tuesday in West Andover Cemetery in Andover, Ohio. Lawrence was having bible studies to become one of Jehovahs servants for many years. Edith Rowe Nevseta, age 75, died Jan. 31, 1999. SMITHFIELD - Charles Randal Edwards Sr., 57, of 14245 Poor House Road, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1998. 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,. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 3C, Newport News, Va. 23606-4217. 6 to No. The Knights won the game 2-0 and remain No. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Who Where Receive obituaries Frederick Gibbs Jr. April 4, 2023 (64 years old) View obituary Adrienne Carr April 1, 2023 (64 years old) View obituary Janice Cypress She was the first born to the union of the late Frank and Annie Watson. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church East End and a member of the Senior Usher Board. March 13, 2023 William (Bill) Freeman, Jr 61 of Shelton, WA passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2023. Arrangements by O.H. Simply browse the Smithfields obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Smithfield obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. Interment will be in Lower United Methodist Church Cemetery. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at Bethany United Methodist Church, Smithfield, with Rev. Funeral Home website by, Join our obituary notification email list. Arrangements by Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family request expressions of sympathy be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Betty Page Bristow, P.O. Vernon Murray. Viewing will take place Friday, April 28, 2023 from 3-6pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. He had been a Virginia resident since 1962 and a resident of Williamsburg since 1990. He was 44. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Published by Daily Press on Nov. 27, 2022. . Arrangements by Wright Funeral Home, Franklin. Local survivors are her sister, Mrs. Rosa W. Hooper, of Newport News; a brother and his wife, Thomas and Catherine Weaver, of Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was the . She was born in Mathews County and was the widow of Liston Downs. She served under Bishop "Daddy" McCollough as well as our present overseer, Daddy Madison. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Mr. Lanier was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Robertson Lanier. Family and friends will assemble at 16125 West Bryon Dr., Smithfield Heights. OBITUARIES - Daily Press Leslie Rutledge Obituary (1944 - 2021) - Smithfield, VA - Daily Press He ran his company successfully for over forty years. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at O.H. She is survived by a son, Wilson J. Forbes, and two granddaughters, Donna L. Forbes and Rita A. Forbes, all of Hampton. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The service will also be viewable via livestream, please refer to the funeral homes website; Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Downtown). 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. She is also survived by her stepmother, Alma McDaniel; and two half-brothers, James Thomas McDaniel and William C. McDaniel of Richmond. OBITUARIES - Daily Press In his memory, contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, P.O. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at First Baptist Church East End, with the Rev. Daily Press Obituaries in Victorville, CA | Daily Press Harry Lewis Schuler, age 80, died Feb. 2, 1999, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Daily Press Recent Obituaries: All of Daily Press's Recent Obituaries Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. The family gives sincere thanks for all the cards, flowers, and support. Moses was a native of Enfield, N.C., where he received his education in the Halifax County public schools. His love showed through his conversation. Dr. Robert D. Marston officiating. Arrangements are pending at Weymouth Funeral Home. She leaves to celebrate her life, one sister, Mrs. Susie Watson Rumble of Newport News; her nephews whom she reared, Frank "Frankie" Watson of Newport News and Donald "Pee Wee" Watson, and wife, Mary, of Dublin; several nieces and nephews; grand-nieces and nephews; cousins; and her entire precious church family. She was a member of Norview Baptist Church. A Celebration of Life is on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Family Life Church, 14411 La Paz Dr, Victorville, CA 92395. Kathryn "Kitty" Davies Forbes, 80, passed Tuesday evening, Feb. 2, 1999, at her home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Richard Brown officiating. She was the oldest of 13 siblings, all of whom preceded her, except one. He retired from Sears Roebuck in 1982. The family may be contacted through Mary J. Tolliver at 827-5430, or Mamie A. Batchelor at 826-5377 and 826-7834. He was the . Share your thoughts and memories of Lawrence, Share your thoughts and memories with family and friends of Lawrence. Burial will be in Bethany Church Cemetery. She was a housewife and a member of Parkview Baptist Church. Funeral services provided by: Search Smithfield obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. 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. 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. Willie J. Hilton at the funeral home. Les passed away peacefully . The family will receive friends on Friday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. Latest Obituaries Obituaries John Clayton Carter John Clayton Carter, 41, of Harrisonburg, VA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Lawrence will be sadly missed by everyone, especially his family. Arrangements by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. Smith and Son Funeral Home, 3009 Chestnut Ave., Newport News. 757Teamz softball top 15: Kellam, area's only unbeaten team, stays on Arrangements by Peninsula Funeral Home. Jackson Burch Obituary (2010 - 2022) - Smithfield, VA - Daily Press He is survived by his mother, Hazel Stokes. KENDALL WARNER/STAFF (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot). He was an honest, hard-working man of his word and always left his customers pleased. 21:4). April 11, 2023 Obituaries George Merrill Eason, Sr. George Merrill Eason, Sr, 88, of Smithfield, VA passed away on Friday April 7, 2023. The Clippers enter at No. The viewing will be Friday, September 23, 2022, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. 1515 S. Church Street , Smithfield, VA. Sam Elvis "Slim" Eubanks, 85, husband of Marian Turner Eubanks, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. 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 leaves behind to cherish her memory, three daughters, Geraldine Clark, Gracie Jordan and Margaret Banks, all of Newport News; two sons, Thomas Banks of Fort Washington, Md., and Alfred Crews of Hampton; two sisters, Martha Faunteroy of Hampton and Virginia McClenney of Newport News; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a very special friend. Yes, simply click Add a photo located underneath the main photo of the obituary then upload the photos/videos you wish to share. Visit Obituary Will R. Wiggins, Sr. Apr 19, 2023 Send Flowers Send Flowers. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Francine B. Blizzard; and his parents, John Henry and Cora Rhodes Blizzard. She was a native of Gloucester. 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. She joined Cherry Chapel Baptist Church, Hobgood, N.C., and accepted Christ as her personal savior. A.G. Austin. He made everyone that he encountered smile and often laugh. Lanier retired as president of First & Merchants National Bank of the Peninsula after a 46-year career in the banking industry. Lawrence is survived by his brother, David L. Blizzard; and sister, Sylvia L. Peddrew. 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. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. 3, trading places in the rankings with Western Branch after beating the Bruins 7-3. The family has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. He was born Dec. 28, 1929, to the late Herbert and Patty Johnson Smith. 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. Born in 1953 and a graduate of Apple Valley HS in 1971, Virgi worked at . The family will assemble at the residence at 12:15 p.m. Saturday. Box 1130, Gloucester, Va. 23061. Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. She was predeceased by her partner of 12 years, Sam Zillner, her brother, Richard, and her parents, Louis and Margaret Avila. Grassfield edged Nansemond River 3-2 in a key Southeastern District showdown. He was a member of the Escobrook Baptist Church, Shacklefords. 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 has entrusted Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA, to assist with services. Greater Hampton obituaries from the Daily Press and other Virginia obituary sources. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Lewes, Del. Enter your email below to receive a grief support message from us each day for a year. Annie Christine Jordan departed this life Monday, Feb. 1, 1999. 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. 6 Western Branch in this weeks biggest game, are the only unbeaten team in Hampton Roads. Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Surry. Arrangements have been made by Riverside Funeral Home. Arrangements by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. 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. She was a member of Norview Presbyterian Church. He moved to Newport News in 1955. Obituaries | Smithfield Times The lone newcomer to the Top 15 is Grafton, which beat ranked teams Poquoson and Deep Creek among three wins last week. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. 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 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. 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. The viewing will be Friday, September 23, 2022, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. 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. The victory lifted the Grizzlies three spots to No. 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. 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 He was a native of Isle of Wight County. Mr. Samuel C. Stokes died on Jan. 27, 1999. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. She is survived by one son, Michael Nevseta, and his wife, Carol, of Pittsburgh; three grandchildren; and one sister, Blanche Rowe Trombley, of Hayes. 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. Granby, No. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home, Saluda. He was predeceased by his father, Sam Stokes. Most Recent Obituaries | Shivers Funeral Chapel 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. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Alvina Ray Downs, 91, died on Feb. 1, 1999, at Sentara Village, Chesapeake. NOTE: These rankings are based on results reported to The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press before Mondays games. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Let the family know you are thinking of them. She will be greatly missed. Annie Watson Mabry Coleman slipped into eternal rest on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 1999. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Staff Builder's Hospice, 6161 Kempsville Circle, Suite 205, Norfolk, Va. 23502. Karl F. Lanier, age 88, a native and lifelong resident of Newport News, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Our honest service and commitment to excellence have served our customers well, and you can rest assured that we can assist you in your time of need. 10 two weeks ago, continues its rise through the rankings and is up to No. He is survived by three daughters, Felicia Bailey of Smithfield, Erica and Jessica Cordela of Newport News; three sons, Milton Hayes of New Jersey, Anthony Bailey of Detroit and Andrew Bailey of Smithfield; four sisters, Rosa Lee Bailey of Newport News, Cora Bailey of Smithfield, Mary Lou Bailey of New Jersey and Margaret Bailey of Newport News; two brothers, Willie E. Bailey, and his wife, Shirley Bailey, of Smithfield, and Walter Bailey of Newport News; and a devoted friend, Grace Wiggins, of Franklin. Mr. Will Conley, widower of Rose Mary Conley, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 1999, at Sentara Bayside Hospital. Obituary | Lawrence E. Blizzard, Sr. | Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel 12 as their 4-3 win over Poquoson drops the Islanders out of the top five to No. Lawrence Eugene Blizzard, Sr., 86, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Express your condolences with flowers sent to Lawrence's family. Lanier also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, 1944-46. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Lanier was graduated from the Graduate School of Banking, Rutgers University (1951). Hampton Roads Obituaries - The Virginian-Pilot From casket choices to funeral flowers, we will provide individualized funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. You can unsubscribe at any time. Woodrow M. Brown Jr., pastor, and the Rev. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of The funeral service will be held at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. She loved them all. Repast immediately following the burial at the United House of Prayer, hosted by the Second Senior Choir. 8721 Colonial Trail East | Smithfield, VA 23430 | Tel: 1-757-357-4742 | Miss. 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. 1 in the 757Teamz rankings this week. He was born in Chicago, IL on December 11, 1961.. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. She was born in Bath on Dec. 19, 1924, where she resided until . Obituary: Virginia "Ginny" Trott McCabe - Portland Press Herald All Rights Reserved. Reynolds Funeral Home, Ahoskie, N.C., is in charge of arrangements. Virginia (Virgi) Alamillo Rich, 70, passed away surrounded by family after a yearlong battle with cancer on April 6, 2023. Smithfield Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Smithfield, VA - Echovita Providingfuneral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Recent Obituaries | Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory Ms. Kazuko Bauguess, 67, a native of Japan, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. Viewing will be Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. 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. Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Ivor. He was born May 19, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia. Jehovah has Lawrence in his memory, and there will be a joyous time when he will be resurrected to an earthly paradise. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. He was a firefighter for the U.S. Civil Service at Langley Air Force Base for the last 18 years. Donations may be made to the Peninsula Boys' Club or the charity of your choice. SMITHFIELD Milton Olander "Big Dog" Bailey, 62, died Feb. 1, 1999. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 11 a.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, by Pastor Larry Bateman. 4 this week, as the Warriors dropped three places to No. His thesis was selected for Rutgers University and Harvard University libraries. Janice Edwards, 58, lost a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1965 after 22 years of service. 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. Ruth Dagmar Olson, 84, died on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999, in Hampton. 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. Kellam's Grace Andes throws the ball to first during a game at Kempsville High in Virginia Beach last week. The funeral service will be held at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. 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. She received her education in North Carolina, which was also her birth state. Upon coming to Newport News, she became one of the original parishioners of the United House of Prayers under the leadership of Bishop C.M. Virginia Alamillo Rich Obituary - Daily Press Cox Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Knights won the game 2-0 and remain No. He was a native of Isle of Wight County and was president of Smithfield Lumber Co. Inc. He is survived by his wife, Virginia H. Schuler; and brother-in-law, Walter W. Weiss Jr. A funeral service, conducted by the Rev. Lawrence graduated from Phenix High School and then went on to attend Virginia State College and Norfolk State University. He was a native of Weston, W.Va., and had been a Peninsula resident since 1973. Family and friends should assemble at the residence by 12:15 p.m. on Friday. 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.
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