(MHS) Richard Charles Crittenden

Richard C. "Rick" Crittenden died suddenly Sunday, September 9, 2007, at his home in Greer. He was a loving husband, father and son, an exceptionally skilled businessperson and a gifted musician. His time here was marked by a deep commitment to family, career and friendship.

He was born June 11, 1955, in Newport News, Virginia. Rick had a long love of the water and boats that began at an early age. During his time in South Carolina, the saltwater marshes of Edisto Island and the mountain waters of Lake Jocassee became the special settings for kayaking, sailing and fishing, some of his fondest pursuits with his wife Jean and their two children, Erin and Michael. Rick was also a...

(MHS) Henry Clyde Crosby

Henry C. Crosby Jr., 62, passed January 25, 2017.

(FHS) Charlene Paige Munn (Crowell )

Charlene Munn, 45, died Tuesday, Jan.16, 2001, peacefully, in her home after a courageous battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Newport News, Mrs. Munn was a graduate of Ferguson High School and Kee Business College. She drove a school bus for the Newport News Public School Transportation Department and served as former vice president and president of Hines Middle School P.T.A. Mrs. Munn was preceded in death by her father, Charles R. Crowell and bother, Lee Crowell. Mrs. Munn is survived by her husband, Larry F. Munn; her mother, Betty P. Crowell; and two sons, Jason Munn and Derek Munn.

(FHS) Michael Roman Czarnecki

Michael Roman Czarnecki "Mike", 66, slipped into that long good night on May 2, 2021, after a short battle with cancer. He will be missed by all he touched.

Michael was an Electrical Engineer graduate of Old Dominion University. After graduation he worked for Wyle Laboratories in various capacities. He then moved to Jacobs Technology, working at the National Transonic Facility at NASA Langley. Michael enjoyed many hobbies including traveling, fishing, and NASCAR at Richmond International Raceway.

Michael is survived by his wife Kathleen; sister Anna Verinsky; nephew Jason Reed; and numerous second and third cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kazim...

(DHS) Ronald Dewberry

Ronald Dewberry, 34, died Tuesday, . Feb. 7, in Mary Immaculate Hospital. He was a native of Newport News and 1973 graduate of Denbigh High School. He also graduated from Thomas Nelson Community College. V A clerk, he was employed by 1 Southland Corp. ' Survivors include his mother, , Tinnie M. Dewberry of Newport News; two sisters, Nettie Green of Newport News and Monique D. Chatman of Monrovia, Tenn.; -"and three brothers, Curtis K. Dewberry of Fort Hood, Texas, William Dewberry and James E. Dewberry, both of Newport News.

(FHS) John Henry Dibble

Mr. John H. Dibble Jr. of 1122 Thisdell Lane, died Saturday at his home. He was born in Newport News and was employed by Newport News Shipbuilding. He graduated from Ferguson High School in 1973, served in the Armed Forces and attended Peninsula Business College.

Survived by his wife, Mrs. Claudette Lockett Dibble; a daughter, Ms. Simone Dibble of Newport News; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Dibble, Sr., of Newport News; and three sister, Mrs. Ruth E. Fields and Mrs. Thelma M. Kirby of Newport News, and Mrs. Paula A. Deanes of Virginia Beach.

(DHS) Jacqueline Sue Donnell (Distel )

Mrs. Jacqueline D. Donnell, 22, 218 Troy Drive, Newport News, died Saturday in Riverside Hospital. A native of Annapolis, Md., she had been a Peninsula resident for 15 years. She was a hairstylist at Hairphenelia Beauty Salon. Survivors include her husband, Joseph F. Donnell; a daughter, Miss Jessica Faye Donnell, at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Dis-tel of Newport News; three sisters, Miss Nadra Distel of Aspen, Col., Miss Betty Donna Distel of Newport News and Mrs. Marsha Murphy of Cartersville; three brothers, Edward A. Distel Jr. of Newport News, Kim Distel of Newport News, and Walter M. Distel of Yorktown ; and the paternal grandmother of Baltimore, Md.

(DHS) William Dale Dixon

DIXON, William Dale, 157 Matoka Drive, Newport News, died Sunday, Nov 28, 1976, at home. Survived by his widow, one daughter, his parents, a sister and two brothers. Funeral, II am Friday, Dec. 3, 1976,

(FHS) Joeann Sabrena Claiborne (Dixon )

JoeAnn Sabrina Claiborne died Saturday, February, 13, 1999. Arrangements by Cooke Brothers Funeral Chapel

(DHS) Shizuko (Sue) Carpenter (Dower)

Shizuko “Kori” Carpenter, beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, flew home to be with her Heavenly Father on Feb.26,2007. S e was born on Jan.16,1956,in Tokyo, Japan; returned to the United States and moved to the Peninsula with her parents, eventually graduating from Denbigh High School in 1973.She was a Peninsula resident ever since. Kori worked as a Serials Assistant at the College of William & Mary Law Library; as a paper carrier for the Daily Press; and a multitude of other jobs in the course of providing for her family. She was also an active volunteer supporting the Youth Ministries and other activities at Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church, Brownies and Girl...

(FHS) Leahne Daria Dunn (Dutsun)

Leahne D. Dunn, 66, of Newport News, VA passed away December 1, 2022 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
She was preceded in death by her parents Wendell and Marlene Dutson; and great grandson Levi Timberlake.
Leahne was an avid baker, loved reading, and could always be found in her sewing room.
Leahne is survived by her husband, Jack W. Dunn; daughters, Elizabeth Dunn, Marissa Dunn, Meaghan Dunn, Heather Dunn, and Hailey Dunn; grandchildren, Micaela, Reilley, Aidan, Cole, and Faeryh. Leahne passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones.

(MHS) Robert "Bobby" Lee Edwards

Robert Lee (Bobby) Edwards of Charlottesville, Virginia, 68, passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2023. He will be remembered for his quick wit, genuine kindness, and tremendous love for his family and friends.

Bobby was born May 25, 1955, in Newport News, Virginia, to H. Lee Edwards and Minnie G. "Pat" Edwards. He is survived by his wife, Karen Jones Edwards of Charlottesville and her son, Ryan Cotton and his partner, Michael Baskowski, of Boston; sister, Nancy Edwards Foster and her husband, Stephen, of Newport News; and an extended family of cousins and lifelong friends.

Growing up in Newport News, Bobby attended St. Andrews Episcopal School through the si...

(FHS) Edwin Neal Emerson

Edwin Neal Emerson, 55, died unexpectedly on Monday, June 29, 2009, while enjoying time on the water.
Mr. Emerson was a native and longtime resident of Newport News. He was a very talented man, a 'jack of all trades'. He had a great love for the water and boating but most of all he loved his daughter Sarah.
Survivors include his daughter, Sarah Jayne Emerson; mother of Sarah, Pamela Hahn, both of Chesapeake; his father, Thomas (Nel) Nelson Emerson of Newport News; a brother, Thomas (Tommy) Nelson Emerson, Jr. and his wife, Debbie of Poquoson; nieces and nephews, Dana Burgess, Sonny Emerson, Rob Hunt and Renee Hirsch and a longtime companion and friend, Susan Grunewald.
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(DHS) Kathy Jean Moore (Evans)

(DHS) Debra Copeland Fairservice

(MHS) Janet Lucille O'Connor (Farrell)

Janet Lucille (Farrell) O'Connor transitioned from earth to heaven on January 28, 2020 with her husband of 43 years by her side. Born September 18th, 1955 in Siler City, North Carolina, she walked through life with a radiant personality. She was full of joy, color, creativity, and encouragement for others; a voice that stood out among the crowd. After receiving a Bachelor of Education from Oral Roberts University in 1977, she skillfully and energetically molded the spirits and minds of hundreds of kindergarteners at Cross Hill Christian School for 29 years. She will be remembered for her lifelong friendships to many, her heart to serve others, and a rich legacy of motherhood, family, faith,...

(DHS) John Michael Farris

John Michael Farris, 39, died Wednesday, May 10, 1995, at Riverside Regional Convalescent. He was a native of Youngstown, Ohio, and had been a Peninsula resident for 37 years. He was a 1973 graduate of Denbigh High School and was retired from civil service as a plumber at Fort Eustis. Mr. Farris is survived by two daughters, Amy M. Farris and Wendy M. Farris, both of Newport News; one stepdaughter, Mandy L. Durben of Newport News; one stepson, Todd Durben of Newport News; one sister, Mary C. Ward of Newport News; one brother, Leo C. Farris of York County; one grandson, Michael J. Farris of Newport News; and his loving former wife, Sharon L. Farris.

(WHS) Linda Gladys White (Filichko)

Toano: Linda Gladys White, 34, died Monday, July 24, in the Medical College of Virginia hospital, Richmond.

A native of Fort Eustis and lifelong area resident, Ms. White was employed by Pierce's Barbeque.

Survivors include one son, Thomas Lee White of Toano; her parents, John R. and Elfriede Filichko of Toano; one sister, Diana M. Abbs of Chickahominy; and her fiancé, Jeff Barker of New Kent County.

(DHS) Grover Cleveland Fitzgerald

Grover Cleveland “Buddy” Fitzgerald Jr.,53,passed away Thursday,Sept.20,2007.He was employed as a machinist with Northrop Grumman Shipyard. Buddy was a wonderful, loving son and brother. His family and friends were blessed by his generosity and kind heart. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Grover was preceded in death by his father, Grover Cleveland Fitzgerald Sr.; paternal grandparents, Mellie Massie and Ollie Fitzgerald; and his maternal grandparents, Jeter and Thomas Pierce. Survivors include his mother and her husband, Shirley and Ashton Curtis; sister, Linda M. Parrott (Gary); brothers, Bobby G. Fitzgerald (Donna),Jerry A Fitzgerald (Mary),Donnie W Fitzgerald; three nephew...

(MHS) Bruce Edward Fitzgerald

Bruce E. Fitzgerald, 51, died Mon., July 2, 2007.