Douglas Henry Burnett was born on August 13, 1951, to the late Orzell and Marie Burnett. At an early age, Douglas was baptized and joined the Immanuel Baptist Church, where he was active in the youth ministries and sang on the youth and senior choirs. He recently rededicated his life at Spirit of Life Christian Church, Hampton, VA. One of his first jobs was working with Fred Gaskins at the Southside Sentinel in Urbanna, Va. After graduating from Middlesex High School, he joined the United...

Lafaith M. Graves, affectionately known as “Cookie,” entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 24, 2022, in Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News.  She was born on January 7, 1963, to the late Robert Meredith Sr. and Pernell White Meredith of New Kent County.  She was raised in the loving homes of Rev. Carl and Geraldine Roberts and her aunt, the late Mary Harris. She graduated with the Class of 1982 from Lafayette High School and furthered her education at St....

A viewing for Mr. Chance will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Whiting's Funeral Home.  A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 29, 2022, in the Chance Family Cemetery, 1356 NC Highway 42, Bethel, North Carolina 27812. Congleton Funeral Home and Cremations are in charge of services for Dr. Chance. https://www.congletonmortuary.com/

Tiffany Regina Hedgepeth departed this life on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. She was born on July 27, 1988, to Muriel M. and Stuart Z. Hedgepeth Sr., in Williamsburg, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her brother Stuart Z. Hedgepeth Jr. As a little girl, Tiffany accepted Christ and joined Liberty Baptist Church in Charles City, where she served in the usher ministry and the gospel choir. Tiffany graduated from Bruton High School in 2006 and attended New Horizons Regional Education...

Mrs. Josephine A. Murphy, born February 15, 1963, answered the Master's call on Sunday, September 18, 2022. Mrs. Murphy may be viewed on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, beginning at noon, with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. at Whiting's Funeral Home.  Livestream will be available at the beginning of the funeral service.   The family asked that in lieu of flowers, please consider sowing a memorial donation in honor of Josephine.  Please click here to...

The Life of Michelle Sedgwick Karen Michelle Sedgwick was born on August 21, 1962, to Robert L. and Gloria P. Sedgwick in Yorktown, Virginia.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Robin Sedgwick. Michelle was educated in York County Public Schools, graduating from Tabb High School.  After graduation, she immediately left home to attend Virginia Commonwealth University, where she studied Fashion Merchandising.  Michelle was a true creative talent.  Her sense of...

Ms. Dorothy Laverne Wright was born on October 5, 1948, to her parents, Benjamin and Margaret Wright, in the Bronx, NY. The youngest of four children, she was raised on Union Avenue and graduated from Evander Childs High School in 1963. As an adult, she began working for Consolidated Edison at the age of twenty and continued to work there for more than thirty years. During her early years there, she took classes at Hostos Community College.  A champion for...

THE LIFE STORY OF HAZEL RUSSELL JONES “Her children arise up, and call her blessed...” Prov: 31:28 Hazel Russell Jones received her Wings of Glory on September 17, 2022, at Williamsburg Sentara Hospital after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loving children & peacefully transitioned to the New Jerusalem to live with her Lord & Saviour forever.           Hazel was 93 years old and a Williamsburg native &...

Our beloved Alfred Johnson was called to eternal rest on September 13, 2022. He was born on October 19, 1983, to Patricia Meekins and Harold Johnson Sr.  Alfred was known as a sweet, kind-hearted person who would give his last and always opened his door to others. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan and loved to play horseshoes with family and friends. He leaves to cherish fond memories, two daughters, Faith Johnson and Dream Johnson; mother, Patricia Moore (Robert); father, Harold...

On Sunday, September 18, 2022, after a long fight with cancer, Joyce transitioned to her heavenly home. She was born on November 9, 1949, to the late Amanda Jones.  Joyce retired from the York County School Division. Joyce was preceded in death by her mother, Amanda Jones, daughter, Michelle D. Jones, and brother, James Jones. She is survived by her husband, Floyd Albert Lee Marsh; two daughters, Valerie Fields and Lakisha Marsh; one son, Craig L. Jones; two...