ROBERT "BOB" HARWELL SR.
Robert "Bob" Harwell, 93, passed away on Thursday, September 28th, 2017 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family.
"Bob" as he was affectionately known by his family and friends was born October 9th, 1923 to the late Bob and Eva Harwell in Charlotte, North Carolina. He served our country proudly during WWII in the U.S. Army in the 101St Airborne Division and was P.O.W. for several months. To say Bob lived an exciting life would be an understatement. As side from his military service, Bob was a NASCAR driver and drove in the first race at Darlington Motor Speedway, a blocker when people ran moonshine and worked for the Virginian-Pilot as the Day Pressroom Manager where he would work sometimes 2-3 days straight. When he wasn't saving the world or working tirelessly to take care of his family; you could find Bob at "the office" fishing and spending time with his family. Bob will always be remembered as a loving father, grandfather.
He will be deeply missed.
Left to cherish his memory are: children: Robert R. Harwell Jr. Son, Norfolk Virginia, Stanley W. Harwell, Son, Surry, Virginia Lisa Ann Mawyer/Harwell, Daughter, Norfolk
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, October 21st, 2017 at Miles Memorial Methodist Church. 9450 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23503. Burial will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
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William Liverman
Norfolk - William Eugene "Tootie" Liverman, of Virginia Beach, VA, died on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at his home. He was 83. He was born on January 11, 1934 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He married Nina Mae Lowrance, who he will be joining in heaven. William retired as an Electroplater for Naval Station Norfolk and was a retired SSG in the United States Army National Guard. A unique soul, William was very funny, and enjoyed fishing, duck hunting, and gardening. He loved his 2 children, Gary Liverman and Teresa Liverman Evans and his 3 grandchildren, Courtney, Brittney and Tyler, and 4 great-grandchildren, Cameron, Trey, Max and Baby #4 on the way. William will be greatly missed by many.
Joseph T. Horan Jr.
Portsmouth - Joseph T. Horan, Jr., 44, passed away on July 16, 2016.
Born in Portsmouth, VA, he was a Painter at Norfolk Naval Shipyard and a life member of V.F.W. Auxiliary Post 3160. He was predeceased by his mother, Brenda Horan.
Left to cherish his memory: a son, Andrew Horan; daughter, Betsy Horan; father, Joseph T. Horan, Sr. and his wife Pat; sisters, Donna Webster and her husband Emmit, Lisa Horan; granddaughter, Rain Slayton; nephews, Sean and Nathan Webster and numerous extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2016, at Church of the Holy Angels, 34 Afton Parkway, Portsmouth, VA 23702 by Rev. Anthony W. Morris. Interment will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
Published in The Virginian Pilot on July 19, 2016.
Born in Portsmouth, VA, he was a Painter at Norfolk Naval Shipyard and a life member of V.F.W. Auxiliary Post 3160. He was predeceased by his mother, Brenda Horan.
Left to cherish his memory: a son, Andrew Horan; daughter, Betsy Horan; father, Joseph T. Horan, Sr. and his wife Pat; sisters, Donna Webster and her husband Emmit, Lisa Horan; granddaughter, Rain Slayton; nephews, Sean and Nathan Webster and numerous extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2016, at Church of the Holy Angels, 34 Afton Parkway, Portsmouth, VA 23702 by Rev. Anthony W. Morris. Interment will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
Published in The Virginian Pilot on July 19, 2016.
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Cidney G. Rodriques
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Cidney G. Rodriques, 76, passed away on June 29, 2016. Born in Palmerton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Ruth Heisler. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Rodriques; and son, Joel Rodriques.
She was a member of Order of Eastern Star Ocean View Chapter, past President of V.F.W. Post 3160, Treasurer of Bayview Civic League, member of the American Legion Post 327 and Fleet Reserve Association Branch 60.
Left to cherish her memory: sons, Jessie Rodriques and his wife Debra, John Rodriques and James Rodriques; grandchildren, Jessica Joy, Lucas Rodriques and Juan Rodriques; great grandson, Jacob Joy; and sister, Barbara Stuper.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel on Saturday, July 9, 2016, from 12 to 1 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home chapel. Memorial donations may be made to CHKD in Cidney's name. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
She was a member of Order of Eastern Star Ocean View Chapter, past President of V.F.W. Post 3160, Treasurer of Bayview Civic League, member of the American Legion Post 327 and Fleet Reserve Association Branch 60.
Left to cherish her memory: sons, Jessie Rodriques and his wife Debra, John Rodriques and James Rodriques; grandchildren, Jessica Joy, Lucas Rodriques and Juan Rodriques; great grandson, Jacob Joy; and sister, Barbara Stuper.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel on Saturday, July 9, 2016, from 12 to 1 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home chapel. Memorial donations may be made to CHKD in Cidney's name. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
JAMES S. WINGFIELD "WINGY"
Norfolk - James S. Wingfield "Wingy", 82, passed away May 7, 2016.Born in Portsmouth, he was raised in Ocean View. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and worked as Clerk in ILA Local 1624 for 32 years.Left to cherish his memory: wife, Maggie; son, Blake and daughter-in-law, Houda; and brother, William T. Wingfield.He wants his family and friends to know he had one hell of a ride.The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Dr. Chapel on Saturday, May 14, 2016, from 1 to 2 p.m. followed by a celebration of life at the V.F.W. Post 3160, 111 A. View Ave., Norfolk, VA 23503 at 2.15pm.
Cary Lee Jarvis
April 13, 1922 - April 28, 2016 - Age 94
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Cary Lee Jarvis, 94, of Virginia Beach, died April 28, 2016. Born in Norfolk, Virginia on April 13, 1922 the son of the late Cecil and Emily Jarvis. He is predeceased by his son, Cecil Franklin Jarvis; former wife, Nellie Elizabeth Jarvis; and brother, Douglas Franklin Jarvis.
Mr. Jarvis joined the Virginia National Guard, 111th Field Artillery Battalion, and 29th Division in 1939. He was inducted into the United States army at the beginning of World War II and was a staff sergeant when he landed D-Day, first wave, on Omaha beach, a member of the C-Battery of the 111th Artillery Battalion, 29th Division. He had been trained as a forward observer. Mr. Jarvis rose to the rank of first Lieutenant and participated in the battles and campaigns of Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and central Europe. During the winter of 1944-45 in Germany, his division fought to hold and defend a wider front when the Battle of the Bulge took place... At this time, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant. In January 2015, Mr. Jarvis was awarded the French Legion of honor, the highest decoration bestowed by the French government. In February, 2015, The Senate of Virginia presented Mr. Jarvis with a Senate Resolution for his exceptional service to his country and selfless contributions to the liberation of Europe during World War II.
He was a member of Great Neck Baptist Church and Post 5 of the 29th Division. Mr. Jarvis was an avid fisherman, gardener, and enjoyed restoring Model A cars.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Mary Ella Jarvis; his children, Cary D. Jarvis of Norfolk, Thelma J. Peterson of Machipongo, VA, Walter E. Jarvis of Norfolk, Catherine J. Simmons and husband, Kenneth, of Virginia Beach, and step-daughter, Johanna Wickers of Chatham, VA; grandchildren, Erika Peterson and husband, Cris and Charles Peterson; and great grandchildren, Victor and Rosa Nellie Peterson.
A celebration of Mr. Jarvis' life will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Great Neck Baptist Church, 1020 General Jackson Dr., Va. Bch. with Dr. K. Todd Holt, officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Inurnment at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Post 5 of the 29th Division Army National Guard, 3777 E. Va. Beach Blvd., Norfolk, Va. 23529.
Mr. Jarvis joined the Virginia National Guard, 111th Field Artillery Battalion, and 29th Division in 1939. He was inducted into the United States army at the beginning of World War II and was a staff sergeant when he landed D-Day, first wave, on Omaha beach, a member of the C-Battery of the 111th Artillery Battalion, 29th Division. He had been trained as a forward observer. Mr. Jarvis rose to the rank of first Lieutenant and participated in the battles and campaigns of Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and central Europe. During the winter of 1944-45 in Germany, his division fought to hold and defend a wider front when the Battle of the Bulge took place... At this time, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant. In January 2015, Mr. Jarvis was awarded the French Legion of honor, the highest decoration bestowed by the French government. In February, 2015, The Senate of Virginia presented Mr. Jarvis with a Senate Resolution for his exceptional service to his country and selfless contributions to the liberation of Europe during World War II.
He was a member of Great Neck Baptist Church and Post 5 of the 29th Division. Mr. Jarvis was an avid fisherman, gardener, and enjoyed restoring Model A cars.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Mary Ella Jarvis; his children, Cary D. Jarvis of Norfolk, Thelma J. Peterson of Machipongo, VA, Walter E. Jarvis of Norfolk, Catherine J. Simmons and husband, Kenneth, of Virginia Beach, and step-daughter, Johanna Wickers of Chatham, VA; grandchildren, Erika Peterson and husband, Cris and Charles Peterson; and great grandchildren, Victor and Rosa Nellie Peterson.
A celebration of Mr. Jarvis' life will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Great Neck Baptist Church, 1020 General Jackson Dr., Va. Bch. with Dr. K. Todd Holt, officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Inurnment at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Post 5 of the 29th Division Army National Guard, 3777 E. Va. Beach Blvd., Norfolk, Va. 23529.
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Norfolk - Alfred Vance Langston, 93, passed away on February 2, 2016.
Mr. Langston was born in Kinston, N.C. He was retired civil service and a disabled veteran of WWII of the U.S. Army. He was a member of the VFW 3160, Ocean View. He participated at CCC Camp Dominion Shoals, in 1937, Cape Hatteras, N.C.
He is predeceased in death by his wife, Annie Thelma Langston of 55 years.
Left to cherish his memory are his four children: Danny Langston and wife, Marty, Wayne Langston and wife, Janice, Linda Lou John and husband, Nabbie Jr., Laura Alexander and husband J.D. His loving grandchildren Tami and husband, Tank, Tonya and husband, Jason, Tony and wife, Nina, Kristy and husband, Ronnie, Shannon and husband, Adam, Nabbie III and Deana, Perry and wife, Kay, Jason and fiancée, Stephany. He had 10 great grandchildren with 2 more due this summer. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and "GG"
A funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m, Sunday, in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, by Dr. J.C. Basnight. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, February 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International) www.jdrf.org. Condolences may be offered to the family at:
www.hollomon-brown.com
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Mr. Langston was born in Kinston, N.C. He was retired civil service and a disabled veteran of WWII of the U.S. Army. He was a member of the VFW 3160, Ocean View. He participated at CCC Camp Dominion Shoals, in 1937, Cape Hatteras, N.C.
He is predeceased in death by his wife, Annie Thelma Langston of 55 years.
Left to cherish his memory are his four children: Danny Langston and wife, Marty, Wayne Langston and wife, Janice, Linda Lou John and husband, Nabbie Jr., Laura Alexander and husband J.D. His loving grandchildren Tami and husband, Tank, Tonya and husband, Jason, Tony and wife, Nina, Kristy and husband, Ronnie, Shannon and husband, Adam, Nabbie III and Deana, Perry and wife, Kay, Jason and fiancée, Stephany. He had 10 great grandchildren with 2 more due this summer. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and "GG"
A funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m, Sunday, in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, by Dr. J.C. Basnight. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, February 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International) www.jdrf.org. Condolences may be offered to the family at:
www.hollomon-brown.com
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Charlie E. Joyner (1928 - 2016)
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Charlie E. Joyner, age 87, born on June 24, 1928, in Roberta, Ga., passed away peacefully in his home in the early morning hours of Friday, Jan. 15, 2016.
Charlie joined the Marine Corps at the ripe old age of 16 and retired after 20 years of serving his beloved country in World War II (South Pacific) and Korea (The Battle of Chosin Reservoir). He retired from the Marine Corps as a decorated Sergeant. He spent 22 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator at the Marine Corps Support facility (Blount Island near Jacksonville, Fla.) and also at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.
For many years he was an active life member of the VFW Post 3160, The Fleet Reserve Branch 60, and the American Legion Post 327, all located in Ocean view Norfolk, Va.
Charlie and his late sister (Irene Joyner Dudley) were orphaned as young children from a tragic accident that took the lives of their parents, and were adopted by William B. Harris and Mable E. Harris, whom he loved dearly.
After 42 years of serving his country in one fashion or another, Charlie relocated to Norfolk, Va., to be near his beloved sister Irene, and her husband Vaughn Dudley Sr. and their children Patricia, Vaughn Jr. and his wife Janice.
While living in Norfolk, Charlie met his soul mate, Earlene Stansell. They lived together for nearly 20 years before moving to Brockway, Pa., this past summer, at which time Charlie became a life member of the American Legion Post 95 in Brockway. Though never married, they shared the love and compassion for one another that any married couple would dream of.
With this relationship came an extended family which Charlie greeted with open arms and as much love. Daughters Bess (Matt) Townsend of California and Judy Summerlin of Maryland; son Walter (Tammy) Stansell of Brockway; granddaughter Crystal (Ben) Gloeckner of Virginia and great-grandchildren Hunter and Beckett.
Not enough good could be said of this great man, and his untiring quest to do right by all who knew him. Forever loved and missed.
All services will be private for Charlie and he will be interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk, Va.
Semper Fidelis.
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Charlie joined the Marine Corps at the ripe old age of 16 and retired after 20 years of serving his beloved country in World War II (South Pacific) and Korea (The Battle of Chosin Reservoir). He retired from the Marine Corps as a decorated Sergeant. He spent 22 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator at the Marine Corps Support facility (Blount Island near Jacksonville, Fla.) and also at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.
For many years he was an active life member of the VFW Post 3160, The Fleet Reserve Branch 60, and the American Legion Post 327, all located in Ocean view Norfolk, Va.
Charlie and his late sister (Irene Joyner Dudley) were orphaned as young children from a tragic accident that took the lives of their parents, and were adopted by William B. Harris and Mable E. Harris, whom he loved dearly.
After 42 years of serving his country in one fashion or another, Charlie relocated to Norfolk, Va., to be near his beloved sister Irene, and her husband Vaughn Dudley Sr. and their children Patricia, Vaughn Jr. and his wife Janice.
While living in Norfolk, Charlie met his soul mate, Earlene Stansell. They lived together for nearly 20 years before moving to Brockway, Pa., this past summer, at which time Charlie became a life member of the American Legion Post 95 in Brockway. Though never married, they shared the love and compassion for one another that any married couple would dream of.
With this relationship came an extended family which Charlie greeted with open arms and as much love. Daughters Bess (Matt) Townsend of California and Judy Summerlin of Maryland; son Walter (Tammy) Stansell of Brockway; granddaughter Crystal (Ben) Gloeckner of Virginia and great-grandchildren Hunter and Beckett.
Not enough good could be said of this great man, and his untiring quest to do right by all who knew him. Forever loved and missed.
All services will be private for Charlie and he will be interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk, Va.
Semper Fidelis.
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Norfolk - Elva L. Drewry, 92, passed away on January 22, 2016, in her home.
Born in Washington, NC, she was the daughter of the late Redden and Roberta Leggett. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William H. Drewry; two sons, William H. Drewry, Jr. and E. Lew Drewry; two sisters, Laura Jones and Anna Eason; and a brother, R. L. Leggett. Elva attended First Church of God. She was a member and Past President for several terms with the Ladies Auxiliary V.F.W. Post 3160. She was also a member of the Ocean View Democratic and Social Club. Left to cherish her memory: her son, Richard C. Drewry and wife Catherine of Norfolk; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Drewry of North Carolina; a sister, Verle Beach of North Carolina; 6 grandchildren, Jennifer, Kristen, Joshua, Alec, Jarrod and Ariel; and 2 great grandchildren, Jackson and Kylie. Arrangements are private with Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Dr. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center. Condolences may be offered to the family at: www.hollomon-brown.com Published in The Virginian Pilot on Jan. 26, 2016 - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/pilotonline/obituary.aspx?pid=177448386#sthash.TdGEa6p8.dpuf |
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Emma Lee Ralph
1929 - 2015 Obituary Condolences
Emma Lee Ralph
Norfolk - Emma Lee Ralph, 86, passed away Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015. She was born in Homer, GA on June 5, 1929. She was predeceased by her parents, Johnson and Pearl Ray of Banks County; five brothers; and three sisters.
Emma was a member of American Legion Aux. post 327, Veterans of Foreign Wars Aux. post 3160, Fleet Reserve Aux. Club 60, and Democratic Social Club of Ocean View.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 38 years, Joseph R. Ralph; children, Donald, Dian, Mark, and Angel; step-children, Sherry, Robert, and Eddie; her twin sister, Wortie Lee Pittenger of Norfolk, VA; and sister, Peggy Coffey and her husband Larry of Lincolnton, N.C.
The family will receive friends from 9:30 11:30 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home, Virginia Beach, VA. After the visitation the funeral service will start at 11:30 a.m. with burial to follow in Rosewood Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital .
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on Oct. 14, 2015
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ALBERT RICH SR.
1931 - 2015 | Obituary | Condolences Albert Rich, Sr.
Chesapeake - Albert Rich, Sr., 84, of Chesapeake went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Montgomery, Alabama, on January 19, 1931. He was predeceased by his parents, step-son, Stephen Savage and granddaughter, Misty Howard.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth J. Rich; son, Albert Rich, Jr. (Bonny); daughter, Connie Marie Marshall (Cory); step-son, David Savage (Angela). He is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Albert served his country for 3 years in the United States Marine Corps in Korea. He served as a long distance truck driver for 35 accident free years. He was active in the Veterans of Foreign Wars and served as Second District Commander, Department of Virginia in 1968.
Albert was an active member of Centerville Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and usher. His special ministry was visiting home-bound and hospitalized persons. He was elected Deacon Emeritus at his church.
He was a member of Atlantic Masonic Lodge #2, Norfolk, Khedive Shrine, Chesapeake, and the Scottish Rite, Norfolk.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, August 24, 2015 at Centerville Baptist Church, 908 Centerville Tnpk. South, Chesapeake, 23322, with Pastor Kevin Ritter officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (12:30 p.m.) at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Centerville Baptist Church.
The family wishes to acknowledge the care given by Melissa Suter and Heartland Hospice during his time of illness.
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GERALD F. LUPEJKIS
1932 - 2015
Norfolk - Gerald "Jerry"F. Lupejkis, 84, passed away on August 15, 2015. He was born on June 22, 1932 to the late Francis and Betty Lupejkis in Buffalo, New York. He is predeceased by his first wife Pat.
Jerry served his country 30 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Master Chief. He was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church, and was past CDR DAV Chapter 20, Virginia Beach. He was also a member of the American Legion FRA and the Democratic Club and he flew his flag daily.
Jerry is survived by his wife Mary Lee Lupejkis; three sons Jeffery, Ben, and Jay; one step-son F.M. Joe Hall; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren; and three sisters Anastasia of NY, Linda of NJ and Dolly of CT.
The family will receive guests on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 from 6-8pm at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk VA 23509.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 11:30am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at A.G. Horton, 5310 Milners Rd., Suffolk VA 23434 at 2:30pm. You may offer your condolences at www.smithandwilliamsnorfok.com. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/pilotonline/obituary.aspx?n=gerald-f-lupejkis&pid=175513242&fhid=11524#sthash.fXaWRlHL.dpuf
David G. McDonald
David Gordon McDonald
1943 - 2015 | Obituary | Condolences David Gordon McDonald
Norfolk - David Gordon McDonald, age 71, resident of Norfolk, Virginia, died June 2, 2015. Dave served his country in Vietnam before returning to civilian life to work for the U.S. Navy in the early days of computer technology giving him a grand opportunity to learn and practice computer skills on ships from Guam to Sicily before settling in Norfolk in 1993.
In retirement Dave took great pleasure in gardening, raising some fine vegetables and fruits and developing his culinary skills as the variety of plants he cultivated increased, so that the term "Old McDonald Had a Farm" became a reality.
Dave was born in Dallas, Texas in 1943. He is survived by sisters Karen and Diane and brother Kenneth, as well as Ken's children, and by still beloved ex-wife Margaret of San Diego, California. No longer sharing daily telephone chats and e-mails with Dave will be an inestimable loss to sister Diane and brother-in-law, Jim.
He will also be missed by Johanna, a good friend who often helped Dave with chores and gave assistance in some medical emergencies, and by his friends and good neighbors. The family would like to thank the Norfolk Police Department for their kind service and dedication.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 1PM at Lighthouse Community Church, 9609 9th Bay St., Norfolk, Virginia. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer.com. Published in The Virginian Pilot on June 7, 2015
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