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Donald Samuel Appenzeller - November 18, 1978 - January 04, 2019

Departed: 01/04/2019 (Eastville)

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Stewart P. Womble - January 20, 1927 - January 01, 2019

Departed: 01/01/2019 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Stewart Powell Womble, 91, of Cheriton passed away on January 1, 2019 at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock, Virginia.

Stewart was born in Bayview, Virginia to Samuel D. and Mary P. Womble on January 20, 1927. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Maryon Timm Womble. Stewart worked in the insurance business for over forty years. He served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. Stewart was a dedicated member and deacon of Cheriton Baptist Church. He was known as a compassionate man who spent his entire life caring for multiple family members. His compassion for his fellowman extended into the community where he served as mayor of Cheriton, member of Cheriton Town Council and the Suntrust Bank Board as well as a member of the Lion's Club and Masons. When not busy serving others, Stewart could be found enjoying a round of golf with lifelong buddies.

Stewart is also survived by daughters Sallie W. James (Frank) and Debbie Vanlandingham (Tommy), grandchildren Stewart Coleman, James (Katie) and Sarah J. Argüello (Norman), great-grandchildren Emerson Grace James and Delaney Claire James, Xavier Allan Argüello and Maryon Josephine Argüello. Stewart is preceded in death by his step-brothers John Reid Womble and Samuel Womble, step-sisters Veda Womble, Ruth Womble and Louise Womble

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2019 at Cheriton Baptist Church with Dr. Charles Peterson officiating. A private interment will follow at Cape Charles Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Cheriton Baptist Church, P.O. Box 227, Cheriton, VA. 23316 or Riverside Shore Hospice, P.O. Box 615, Onley, VA. 23418.

The family of Stewart Womble wishes to extend our sincere thanks to his many dedicated caregivers and to the nurses and aides of Riverside Shore Hospice.

Online condolences may sent to the family at foxandjamesfh.com Arrangements by Fox and James Funeral Home, Eastville.

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George William Carey - December 13, 1947 - October 24, 2018

Departed: 10/24/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: George William Carey,70, husband of Peggy Moore Carey for 29 years and a resident of Cape Charles, VA. passed away on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at home. Born December 13, 1947 in Gettysburg, PA. he was the son of the late Chester Allen Carey and the late Dorothy Elizabeth McCauslin. He was a retired railroad engineer with 8 years service with the Eastern Shore Railroad. He also worked for Pruitt Seafood in Washington, D.C. for 13 years and worked for Dick Doughty in Painter for 10 years.

George was a member and a deacon of Cape Charles Baptist Church where he was always willing to do anything to help. George had a heart of gold and had a kind soul and was very active in the community. Other than his wife, he is survived by three sons, George W. Carey, Jr., Carlisle, PA., Wallace Widgeon, Jr., Arab, Alabama, William “Bill” Widgeon, Cape Charles; four daughters, Dawn M. Carey, Carlisle, PA., April Carey, Westminister, MD., Elsie Ferguson, Nassawadox, Jeanette Taylor and husband Craig Taylor, Baltimore, MD.; two sisters, Jean Cox, Wytheville, VA., and Caroline Hollinger of Dillsburg,PA.; two brothers, Glenn Allen Carey, Gardner, PA. And Larry D. Carey of Carlisle, PA.;twenty three grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren and a daughter in law Paula Champion of Cape Charles.. He was predeceased by a brother, Johnny C. Carey who died in the Vietnam War

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 29, 2018 at 2 pm at Cape Charles Baptist Church with the Rev. Russell Goodrich officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the Eastern Shore SPCA, P.O. Box 184, Onley, VA. 23418 or to Intrepid Hospice, 165 Market Street, Suite 2, Onancock, VA. 23417.

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Fannie Cutler Miles - April 15, 1924 - September 09, 2018

Departed: 09/09/2018 (Eastville)

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Charles Louis Blaschke - February 01, 1941 - August 05, 2018

Departed: 08/05/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Charles Louis Blaschke FEBRUARY 1, 1941 ~ AUGUST 5, 2018 (AGE 77)

Charles Blaschke, age 77 of Arlington, Virginia, passed away August 5, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Hurley, and a sister, Eleanor Gracey of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in the Beeville, Texas and raised in Skidmore, Texas, Charles was the son of the late Raymond George and Mamie Sugarek Blaschke. Charles attended Texas A&M University, where he received a degree in political science. After graduating, he attended the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University where he received his Master’s Degree. During his time at Texas A&M, he served in Company B Corps and later went onto serve in the Army and at the Pentagon.

Charles began his career in Washington, D.C. working in the Johnson Administration and advising on education policy before the creation of the U.S. Department of Education by President Carter in 1979. During his time in the Johnson Administration, he was assigned to work with the Office of Economic Opportunity to help draft the groundbreaking Title I legislation that changed the face of education for many students, schools and educational publishers. Charles was a member of the first class of White House Fellows.

In 1967, after serving in the Johnson Administration, Charles founded Education TURNKEY Systems, which provided market research, analysis, planning and funding information of educational technology to more than 1,200 local education agencies, every state education agency and over 800 state policy makers. Charles conducted research and evaluation projects for the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor, as well as for Congress.

For 50 years, Charles analyzed and reported on the ever-changing landscape of U.S. educational policy. His ability to carefully analyze and translate policy for both the public and private sector contributed to the overall growth of the educational technology industry. His numerous long-term clients (many of whom he worked with for over 30 years)

attest to the value his services provided over the years. Charles was an icon of the education technology industry as he provided the industry with an invaluable and unique service, observing the inside workings of Washington, while analyzing the implications of federal and state-level legislation that affected the industry and the students and educators they served.

Charles’ involvement in education policy circles in Washington, D.C. and beyond was prodigious. In recognition of his industry-wide work, the Software & Information Industry Association awarded Charles their prestigious Ed Tech Impact Award in 2012.

Perhaps Charles’ most meaningful and sentimental project, was working with his beloved Texas A&M University to organize his research at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library to be studied and used in education policy classes.

While Charles’ work was based in Washington, D.C., he was an avid fisherman and hunter who loved spending time at his summer house in Machipongo on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

He will be deeply missed by friends, family and colleagues.

A  Celebration of Life service will be held at the Wilsonia Harbor Way Boat Landing in Machipongo, Virginia on Saturday, September 29th from 11:30 a.m. to  2:30 p.m.

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Marcella Frances Coates - December 03, 1943 - August 05, 2018

Departed: 08/05/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Marcella Frances Coates,74, enetered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 5, 2018. Marcella was a loving and supportive wife of George for fifty years and the mother of George,Jr. (wife Ana), grandmother of Isabella and Georgana, sister of Rose Marie, Patie and the late Tom, aunt to Paulie, Pam, Joanna and great-aunt to Malia.

She was a full-time resident of the Eastern Shore for thirty seven years, an active and supportive member of St. Charles Catholic Church, a volunteer at Broadwater Academy and Hospice of the Eastern Shore.Marcie was a good and generous friend and supporter of charities. All were blessed to had her in their lives and she will be incredibly missed.

A Christian Wake Service will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 11:00 am. at St. Charles Catholic Chruch with the Rev. Michael Breslin officiating.

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Philip Bernard Tankard - November 17, 1928 - July 14, 2018

Departed: 07/14/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Philip Bernard Tankard, affectionately known as “Philip Bernard or Pop Pop”, a resident of Bridgetown, VA passed away on July 14, 2018, at his home on Grapeland Farm at the age of 89.

In November 17, 1928, he was the very first baby born in the Northampton-Accomack Memorial Hospital. A graduate of Northampton High School in Eastville, VA, Tankard earned a bachelor’s degree in physics and math at Randolph-Macon College and secured his first job teaching at Atlantic High School and later taught science at Cape Charles High School. He went on to earn his master’s degree in school administration from William and Mary College, with additional graduate studies at the University of Virginia. He served as the principal of Birdsnest Elementary, Exmore-Willis Wharf Elementary, and Northampton High Schools, and retired from education after serving as the Superintendent of Accomack County Schools from 1965-1985, where he oversaw the construction of both Arcadia and Nandua High Schools. He later joined Tankards Nurseries, Inc. in a myriad of roles and retired in 2005 at 77 as the chief financial officer.

Tankard graciously and extensively served his community. He served on the A&N Electric Cooperative Board of Directors for 52 years, which includes 10 years as the president. He was a board member and vice-president of Old Dominion Electric Cooperative and a past chairman/member of the Northampton County Planning Commission. He was a member of the Cape Charles Rotary, past president of the Onancock Rotary, and an Exmore Rotary Club member where he was named a Paul Harris Fellow, the highest honor given to a Rotary member. Tankard also was a former member of the Eastern Shore Community College Foundation board, and a former chairman of the board of trustees of the Eastern Shore Public Library, a member and former Sunday School teacher at Franktown United Methodist Church. He joined the United States Army National Guard in 1948, where he was honorably discharged as a 1st Lieutenant in 1962 from the 111th Artillery in Onancock, VA.

His favorite pastime was spending time with his family and friends, whether it be at a church gathering, oyster roast, weekly supper club, community fundraiser, or having a great conversation about worldviews, Eastern Shore history, or his latest project. Other hobbies he enjoyed were sailing, photography, a day of cutting grass, tinkering in his workshop or listening to NPR. But more than anything he was an educator – in all relationships. He had an uncanny ability to build a relationship with you that amplified your strengths. He often remarked that there was no greater pleasure than impacting the lives of others through his service in education. He was a lifelong learner and teacher and the ultimate friend.

Philip Bernard is survived by a daughter, Cynthia (Cindy) Tankard Lattimore and a son, Philip Bernard (P.B.) Tankard, Jr. and grandchildren, Joshua (Kelly) Lattimore, Adam (Somiah) Lattimore, Polly (Mark Jr.) Bundy and nine great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife Jane Underhill Tankard and daughters Sally and Betsey Tankard.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, July 21, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at Franktown United Methodist Church, Franktown, VA. A time of fellowship in the Franktown social hall will follow the church service. Interment will be private.

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Patricia Barbosa Georgiana - November 05, 1947 - April 18, 2018

Departed: 04/18/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Barbosa Georgiana, 70, wife of the late Anthony Thomas Georgiana and a resident of Willis Wharf, VA, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Born November 5, 1947 in Santa Clarita, CA, she was the daughter of the late Bernardo Vasquez Reyes and the late Socorro Barbosa Reyes. She was a former employee of the Northampton County Health Department, retired employee of the United States Postal Service, and proud owner of El Maguey Mexican Restaurant in Exmore, VA. She loved time spent playing cards with friends, Texas Hold'em Poker, and the one arm bandit. Pat was well known by all who frequented the restaurant, but she will be best remembered as a loving mother who valued her family above all else.

She is survived by three loving children, Athena Renee Booth and her fiancé, Matt Sexauer, of Belle Haven, VA, Roy Booth, III and his fiancé, Laura Jimenez, of Belle Haven, and Troy Booth and his wife, Debby, of Georgetown, DE; four sisters, Rebecca Hurd, Mary Mactaggart, Elizabeth Bergeron, and Diane Gavin; two brothers, Daniel Reyes and Robert Reyes; five grandchildren, Dillon Booth, Jasmine Renee Booth, Dereck Booth, Roy Booth, IV and Brendan Booth; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Richard Reyes, and a grandson, Anthony Booth Sexauer.

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James Tyler Fisher - Unknown - April 17, 2018

Departed: 04/17/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: James Tyler Fisher Jr., 71, of Quinby, VA. died suddenly Tuesday morning, April 17th at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock. In his younger years, Jim was an avid saltwater angler in Florida. Upon returning to Virginia, he worked on the water, crabbing: and was proud to be a licensed Waterman. He loved art, going to museums, reading about artists, and had an appreciation for antiques. He was a lifelong billiards player who could beat other players using just a broomstick. Jim enjoyed nature and living the quiet life. He is survived by his son, James Tyler Fisher III of Homer, Alaska; and his sister Kensett Teller of Williamsburg, VA. "Tight lines and may the wind always be at your back"

Fox & James Funeral Home in Eastville is handling the arrangements, and a Memorial Service is planned for a later date.

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Lucille Floyd Belda - June 28, 1919 - April 03, 2018

Departed: 04/03/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Lucille Floyd Belda, 98, passed away in Norfolk on April 3, 2018. Born June 28, 1919 to parents Lawrence Robert and Evelyn Scott Floyd. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Francis A.Belda. A native of Capeville, she was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church .Mrs. Belda worked for many years at A.C. Ward's Sr. Garage in Eastville with her husband, Francis,and later as a teachers aide in the Northampton County School System .Lucille lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures. She loved to read, watch Jeopardy and tend to her garden. Her life was never easy or extravagant , yet, she always found reasons to smile. She was grateful and kind and often thought of others before herself. Lucille enjoyed spending time with her neighbors and her church community. Until her final days she quoted biblical proverbs that offer advice and uplift. She lived her life based on these truths and for this will be remembered the most. Her devotion to family and her firm belief in God supported her in her final years and ultimately gave her peace.

She is survived by a nephew, Gordon Lee Ward, Sr., great nephews A.C. Ward, III, Michael B. Ward, Richard A. (Tony) Ward, Gordon Lee Ward, Jr., Tom Tull  and Jerry Holt, great nieces Lisa Hand, Gloria Harrison, Carol W. Gaskins and Lisa Tiedemann. She was predeceased by three sisters Fannie Smith, Eleanor Moore and Laurie Tull. Lucille was devoted to her sisters and they were inseparable as children. Eventually three of them lived under the same roof again at Sentara Village Assisted Living.

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Anne Lambertson Smith - September 02, 1932 - March 16, 2018

Departed: 03/16/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Anne Lambertson Smith, 85 passed away peacefully at her home on Jacobia Lane, Cape Charles, March 16, 2018. Born September 2, 1932 to parents Henry Jennings “Jake” Lambertson and Elizabeth Gentry Lambertson. She was predeceased by a beloved husband William H. Smith, a son William H. Smith Jr. and brother H. J. “Herky” Lambertson Jr.

Born and raised in Cape Charles, she graduated from CCHS and attended the College of William and Mary. After marriage and the birth of two sons, she took the reins of supermom: everything in its place, meals on the table, never missing a band concert or ball game. Raising a family in the “Big City”, she was one of the many loving and generous mothers whom “helped raise a village”. She was thought of by many as a second mom, a shoulder to cry on, or a friend with whom to share a smile.

Anne was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Cape Charles, which was built by her grandfather. She served on the Altar Guild, Board of Stewards, and as a Sunday school teacher. She was a charter member and past president of the Young Woman’s Club of Cape Charles and owner of The Laundry Basket.

She was a breast cancer survivor of over 44 years with the good Lord keeping her here to console, encourage, uplift and laugh or cry with the dozens of friends and acquaintances, helping each in her special way, when they were going through their own trials and tribulations.

Almost daily she mailed out a card or emailed a friend with words of encouragement, strength, thanks or empathy. All that knew her were influenced in some way to help make this world a better place.

She was devoted to her husband, children and the joy of her life, her grandchildren. Affectionately known as “Mimi”, her grandchildren remember her as their confidante, a best friend, game player, and hug giver. Her singular focus was always the love, care and protection of her family. She was an unashamed world class guardian of each child and grandchild. The love, guidance, dedication and commitment that she showed her family was an honor to witness, instilling in all her family their own ability to feel and express deep love and affection. In the end this will be her enduring legacy. She set the bar, and she set it high.

Left to cherish her memory is her son, Steven D. Smith and wife Christy Fugate Smith. Her grandchildren, Palmer Elizabeth, William Wade and Henry Fugate Smith. Her sister in law Eleanor Bull Lambertson of Eastville. Nieces and nephews, Pamela Lambertson Parks, Brenda Dunton, Kim and Russ Dunton, , Bruce and Violet Lambertson. Several great and great-great nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, March 18th at 2:00 at Cape Charles Cemetery with the Reverends Linda Lowe and Jeff Conrow officiating.

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Elizabeth "Betsey" Bagley Tankard - October 21, 1952 - February 06, 2018

Departed: 02/06/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Elizabeth Bagley Tankard, 65, beloved eldest daughter of Philip Bernard Tankard and the late Jane Underhill Tankard, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2018. Betsey battled arthritis most of her life but refused to let it define her. Gracious and giving, she always had a smile. She traveled, was active in the Ye Accomacke Garden Club and was an avid gardener, ice skated, played softball, rode horses, was a high school cheerleader and was on the dive team at Virginia Intermont College. Betsey loved books which lead to working for The Book Bin and Accomack Public Library. She was an artist and painter at Turner Porcelains.

Other than her father, Betsey is survived by her sister, Cynthia (Cindy) Tankard Lattimore, brother, Philip Bernard (P.B.) Tankard, Jr., nephews, Josh (Kelly) Lattimore, Adam (Somiah) Lattimore, niece, Polly (Mark Jr.) Bundy and nine great nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by a sister, Sally T. Franks.

A memorial service will be conducted Friday, February 9, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson's United Methodist Church with The Rev. Clarence Bowen officiating. Interment will be private. A time of fellowship in the Johnson's social hall will follow the church service.

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Thomas "Butch" Larkin Eure - July 20, 1926 - February 04, 2018

Departed: 02/04/2018 (Eastville)

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Daphne Gladden Joynes - March 03, 1920 - January 29, 2018

Departed: 01/29/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Daphne Gladden Joynes, 97, of Chesapeake, VA. passed away Monday, January 29, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Birdsnest, VA. on March 3, 1920 to Elton and Amie K. Gladden, She was the second daughter of seven girls.

Daphne was predeceased by her loving husband, Howell M. Joynes,Jr. (Buck).

She is survived by her daughter, Darlene and her husband Ray Whitehurst, her grandson, Scott Whitehurst and his wife June, her great-granddaughter, Sydnee E. Whitehurst, great-grandson, Gabriel R. Whitehurst and two sisters, Sara Gladden Twisdale and Vivian Gladden Scott.

The funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Fox & James Funeral Home, Eastville, VA. with a viewing from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow the service at Red Bank Cemetery, Marionville, VA.

The family would like to thank the staff at Georgian Manor for their tender love and care.

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Polly Moore Parks - September 11, 1915 - January 16, 2018

Departed: 01/16/2018 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Polly Moore Parks, affectionately known as "Shug", 102, went to heaven on January 16, 2018. Polly was born on the seaside near Taylor's Creek on September 11, 1915. Polly was the youngest child of Capt. Lloyd W. Moore and Peggy J. Moore. Polly worked on the farm next to her brothers and sisters, She worked for the W.P.A.  in the school lunch program during WWII. She worked at Webster's in Cheriton and in her later years she was a personal care assistant for many families in the county. She was predeceased by her husband, Louis Parks, in 1975. Polly was the last of a generation of hearty Moore's that will never be matched. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by brothers, Gardner Moore, Curtis Moore, Lloyd Moore, Jr. Claude "Dick" Moore and sisters Viola Moore and Elizabeth "Sweet" Moore. Polly was a very special great Aunt to Harry and Patti Moore of Maine and Janice Williams who was there for Polly until she passed. Thank you for everything Punk.

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Reid Hoskins Diggs, Jr. - June 28, 1930 - December 14, 2017

Departed: 12/14/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Reid H. Diggs Jr. 87 passed away peacefully at home in Machipongo. Born on June 28th, 1930 in Union City, New Jersey. His family moved to Staten Island N.Y. when he was one. He started working as a young boy cleaning out the neighbors coal furnace and would come home and put the money on the table. After school he would deliver the newspaper, for every paper he delivered he would make a penny. On the real cold winter days Mrs. Schwartz would give him a pork fat sandwich on homemade bread wrapped in wax paper to eat to keep him warm, and of course he would save the wax paper. In his early teens, he and his buddies would take a paddle wheel steamer named the Alexander Hamilton up the Hudson River to go camping.

They would get off in the town of Catskill where they found an old barn to camp besides. A few weeks later they went back to camp again and the farmer had put up a sign, it said "commit no nonsense" but he never ran them off. His best summer job was on a dredge boat in the harbor because "they fed you good."He enlisted in the naval reserve when he was 17 and was called up for active duty at 19. He was assigned to the Destroyer USNS JAMES C. OWENS during the Korean war,where he served until 1952. He did body & fender work for a few years before joining the New York City Police Department in 1955. Starting pay was $1.87 an hour,he walked a beat for several years,no radios back then just a call box every few blocks. If an officer got in trouble at night he would tap his nightstick on the sidewalk hoping another officer would hear it and most of the time the whole neighborhood would come outside to see if they could help. He eventually moved up to a patrol car, but the cars had no heat. After protecting and serving for 25 years, he retired and moved his family to the Eastern Shore of Virginia in 1980. He loved the outdoors and shared that love with his children. His favorite tree was a Copper Beech. He was a founding member of the Little Horn Hunting Camp in upstate New York. He never missed an opening day for 62 consecutive years, even after moving to Virginia. Although the last 30 years or so, were more about card games and camaraderie than they were about hunting. He and his wife loved to travel. They drove to Alaska and back in a homemade camper, 13,780 milies roundtrip. He loved to tinker in his wood-working shop. He took up decoy carving and even painting. He would make birdhouses just to give away.

He was the last surviving brother-in-law of the world-famous Cantale sisters. The sisters included Rosina, Louiegina, Michelina, Antonina and his wife of 51 years, Josephina. Our beloved Josephina (Jayebird) left us in 2009. He is survived by his 2 sisters, 5 children, 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. For all the lives he has ever touched, he will be forever missed.

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Blanche Sarrotte - May 17, 1924 - September 17, 2017

Departed: 09/17/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Blanche Sarrotte, 93, of Smith’s Beach and Belle Haven, Virginia, passed peacefully in her home on Sunday morning, September 17, 2017.  She was predeceased by her husband, Jean Sarrotte, her mother Blanche Brignard and her father, Maurice Brignard.

Those whom she also loved as family include Bonnie Baker Drewer (deceased) and her children Craig and Michelle Drewer (daughters Alexis and Hannah), Kelly Drewer and Terry Langley, and Bill and Holly Erwin (sons Wade and Craig).  They treasure her memories of the farm in Bordeaux, her time in the convent, her escape from Paris during WW II, her dual French-American citizenship, as well as her love of fishing and tending to her garden at Smith’s Beach.   They admired her love of life, her eye toward flowers, her taste toward fine food, her kindness toward her charges (to include cats and dogs) and her love toward all.

Services will be graveside Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 11:00 am, Cape Charles Cemetery with the Rev.. Michael Breslin officiating.

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Emma Trower Bell Beatty Allis - Unknown - August 25, 2017

Departed: 08/25/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Emma Trower Bell Beatty Allis died today, August 25, 2017,one month before her one hundred and tenth birthday.  In more than a century she experienced a world of change, from horse and buggy (she and her three sisters went to school in a pony and cart) to the space and computer age. She was born in Birdsnest on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.  She grew up riding bareback, playing games with her sisters and cousins. The challenge was to gallop across the field, standing, and jump the fence while falling off.   After she was married she returned with her family every year to the Eastern Shore of Virginia.  She never lost her Virginia accent.

At 16 she went to Harrisonburg State Teachers College (now James Madison University). After graduating in 1928 she came back to the Eastern Shore to teach school.  In 1933 she married Kenneth Bowers Beatty from Cape Charles, Virginia.  They traveled all over the country for 2 years on assignment as a part of a team of accountants who were auditing the Federal Reserve and federally chartered banks.

After her husband died in 1978, she married Frederick Ashton Allis in 1990 at the age of 83.  They were fortunate to have eleven years together until he died in 2001.

She and her family lived in Upper Montclair, New Jersey for 50 years where she was involved in many civic activities including Girl Scout leader and President of the Montclair Garden Club, where there is now a Till Allis award for horticultural excellence.  She was known for her flower arrangements, and at St James Church she taught other Altar Guild members in liturgical design. She studied landscape design at Rutgers and received a landscape design certificate. She volunteered at the Montclair History Center , Van Vleck House, the Montclair Art Museum, and the beautification Committee for the town of Montclair.

She is survived by two daughters, Tilly-Jo Emerson of Morristown NJ and Betsy Boocock Matlack of Bernardsville, NJ., 6 grandchildren, Kenneth, Cathy, and Libby Emerson, Rich, Andrew, and Lindie Sanford, and 11 great grandchildren.

A graveside memorial service will be held at Johnsons Methodist Church Cemetery, Bayside Road, Machipongo, VA. on Sunday, September 3rd  at 4:30 p.m. with The Reverend Clarence Bowen officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to The Montclair History Center, 108 Orange Road, Montclair, New Jersey 07042

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Doris North Tillman - March 17, 1923 - August 18, 2017

Departed: 08/18/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Doris North Tillman, 94, wife of the late Benjamin Ryan Tillman and a resident of Onancock died peacefully at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital on Friday, August 18, 2017. Born in Night’s  Station, Florida she was the daughter of the late Perry and Viola North. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church and enjoyed quilting with the Johnson’s United Methodist Church quilters.

Doris was affectionately known as Granny to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Granny loved her family and was very close with her three grandchildren although she lived far away during their childhood. She spent many weeks in Virginia attending sporting events, school assemblies, graduations and weddings. She exhibited great patience through all stages of her grandchildren’s lives. Her great-grandchildren remember her as the best back scratcher, a best friend, bingo expert, card player and one that loved to play hide and seek. They always had special mail that involved treasures. Her family will miss her greatly.

Mrs. Tillman is survived by one daughter, Nancy Tillman Fox, (Tom); three grandchildren, Shannon Fox Edwards, (Drew), Emily Fox Purvis, (Michael) and Benjamin Thomas Fox, (Ashley), five great-grandchildren, Lily Edwards, Ava Purvis, Jackson Edwards, Carter Fox and Eli Fox and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA. with the Rev. Daniel Lee Crockett officiating.

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Chad Vincent Brittingham - June 19, 1970 - July 14, 2017

Departed: 07/14/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Chad Vincent Brittingham, 47, of Smith’s Beach passed away on July 14, 2017 at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Galesburg, Illinois and was the son of Robert Wolford and Karen Sue Owens Brittingham and the late David Brittingham. He was a waterman, an avid fisherman, and enjoyed watching the Redskins and NASCAR.

Other than his parents he is survived by his fiancé` Cherie Burton, two children Alyson and Kyle  Brittingham, one sister Staci Brittingham and two granddaughters.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice.

No services are planned.

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Robert Budd Carl - February 28, 1953 - June 10, 2017

Departed: 06/10/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Robert Budd Carl.

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Jacqueline Brown Howard - November 04, 1946 - May 23, 2017

Departed: 05/23/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Jacqueline (“Jackie”) Louise Howard died May 23, 2017 at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital.

She was born November 4, 1946 in Washington, DC to parents, John and Louise Lansdale.

Jackie spent her early years in the DC area and Rhode Island.  As a teenager, she, along with her brothers, her mother and stepfather moved to the Eastern Shore, where the family owned and operated The Peacock Motor Inn in Capeville.

Jackie was predeceased by her mother and father, her stepfather, Ray Hutchinson, her older sister, Mary Jane (Janie), her first husband, Donald (Donnie) L. Brown, and her second husband, Tim Howard.

She is survived by her loving son, Dallas, and his wife Susan and her grandsons, Tyler and Zachary.  She is also survived by her brothers, John Lansdale (Muriel) and William (Billy) Hutchinson (Melissa), many nieces and nephews and multiple loving friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 25th at 2 pm at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cape Charles, VA. with the Rev. Michael Breslin officiating

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Harold "Tim" Timothy Howard, Jr. - June 21, 1951 - April 06, 2017

Departed: 04/06/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Harold Timothy “Tim” Howard, Jr., 65, husband of Jacqueline “Jackie” L. Howard of Eastville passed away on April 6, 2017 at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Crisfield, MD. and was the son of the late Harold T. Howard Sr. and Mary Bell Swift Howard. He was retired from Perdue and was a waterman and head boat captain for many years in Crisfield. Tim enjoyed gardening and building models of boats that he had operated over the years.

Other than his wife Mr. Howard is survived by one daughter Marie Barton, three sons Harold Timothy Howard ,III,  Clarence Wayne Howard and his wife Jenny all of Crisfield ,MD., Dallas Brown and his wife Susan of Centreville, MD. one brother Clarence Howard and his wife Diana and twelve grandchildren.

In accordance with Tim’s wishes there will be no service.

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William Lawrence Burton - May 14, 1933 - February 24, 2017

Departed: 02/24/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” Lawrence Burton, 83, husband of the late Janet Fox Burton passed away peacefully on Friday February 24, 2017 at his home in Eastville. He was a native of Newport News, VA. and was the son of the late William Clarence Burton and Evelyn Louise Burton. He was retired from the U.S. Navy with twenty years of service and was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Combat V for his service in Vietnam. Bill was an active member of the American Legion Post 56 in Cheriton and performed many duties there over the years. He was well known for his wood carving ability and enjoyed giving his carvings of birds, fish and butterflies to his many friends never asking for anything in return other than friendship. When his health permitted it he was always willing to help anyone in need of his expertise with engines and carving.

Mr. Burton is survived by two daughters Tiffany Anne Lockhart and Cherie Lea Burton, one sister Carolyn Griffin, two grandchildren Nathen L. Burton and Landon T. Lockhart and numerous nieces and nephews. Other than his parents he was predeceased by a sister Odessa Huskey and a brother Jerry Burton.

A Celebration of Bill's Life gathering will be held on Saturday, April 8th at 1:00 pm. at the American Legion Post 56 in Cheriton.

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Marjorie Sheppard - September 12, 1927 - February 05, 2017

Departed: 02/05/2017 (Eastville)

Obituary Preview: Marjorie Hoff Sheppard, beloved wife of the late John D. Sheppard, passed peacefully Sunday morning, February 5, 2017 at her son’s home in Cape Charles, VA.  She is survived by her three children, John Daniel Sheppard, Jr., of Cape Charles, VA, and his wife, Clelia Cardano Sheppard, Janice Sheppard Forner, of Beaver, PA, and her husband, Charles K. Forner Sr., and Norman Charles “Chip” Sheppard, and his wife, Cheryl Sheppard of Mt. Lebanon, PA; and by eight grandchildren; Renata Marjorie Sheppard, Sheila Janice Sheppard, John D. Sheppard, III, and Clelia Jane Sheppard all of Cape Charles, Virginia; Daniel Charles Johnston and Katherine Jane Johnston of Moon Township, and Cori Sheppard, and Nolan Sheppard of Mt. Lebanon; and one great grandchild, Aven Marie Lovelady, daughter of Sheila Sheppard.

Marge will be fondly remembered and missed very much by her family and friends as a caring, dedicated mom, friend, and grandmother.  She grew up in Dormont, a suburb of Pittsburgh during the depression.  After attending Mt. Lebanon High School and performing as Head Drum Majorette for the Mt. Lebanon High School Band, she went on to study Spanish and Music at Randolph Macon Womens’ College in Lynchburg, VA.   She then worked as a librarian for the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.   She fatefully met a Fiji named John Sheppard at an engagement party for a sorority sister in Virginia and he convinced her to move back to Pittsburgh.  They were married at Thanksgiving time in 1951.  Her wedding dress was one that she had worn as a model for Saks Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh.  She was an always present Mom who constantly provided for others - neighborhood children, parents, older neighbors, friends or grandchildren.  Beyond her family, she had a wide circle of valued friendships that lasted over her lifetime, many of whom were friends from her husband's Pitt days and the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity.  She was a terrific hostess, and could throw an elegant party with virtually no notice whatsoever.  For many years, she enjoyed entertaining family and friends at their country home near Ligonier, PA, as well as many good times in Mt. Lebanon on Glen Ridge Lane.  She diligently cared for others, yet never seemed to take credit for all of her gracious efforts, making it all seem effortless when it was surely not.  Marge had a delightful sense of humor and a ready smile for all, yet was quiet and well mannered, with an impeccable sense of style. She was a talented musician and pianist.  Our fondest memories are of family gatherings as Mom accompanied her husband and kids singing musical theater and Christmas classics.   She was active in the National Society of Arts and Letters, the Junior League and was on the board of the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, the Twentieth Century Club and the Pittsburgh Symphony Society.   While her kids were in school, she was a Cub Scout mom, worked with Music for Mt. Lebanon, and chauffeured her children to thousands of piano lessons, play rehearsals, choir practices, Church events and piano competitions.  She was a long time member of the Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church where her children were raised and where she sat alone in the pew, bursting with pride as her entire family sang in the choir.  Marge spent the last few years in Cape Charles, VA in the care of her son John, his wife and family.  She made many friends there and enjoyed the “sunny south” once again since her college days.  She will be missed by all who knew her.   There will be no viewing as she was cremated in Virginia.

Memorial service to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017, 4:00 PM at Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, located at 3319 West Liberty Avenue, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15216.  Memorial donations would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.   Donations may be made to Riverside Shore Hospice, P.O. Box 615, Onley, VA. 23418 or to the Virginia Eye Foundation, located at 241 Corporate Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and any notable achievements.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a lasting tribute to the deceased, preserving their memory and legacy.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The responsibility of writing an obituary usually falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and other relevant details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the individual's life story. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

The submission process varies depending on the publication or platform. You can usually find guidelines on their website or by contacting their customer service department directly.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

Yes, most newspapers and online platforms charge a fee for publishing an obituary. The cost can vary greatly depending on the length of the obituary, the number of publications, and other factors.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and with dignity. This can also help reduce the burden on loved ones during a difficult time.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber and serious. Including humor or heartwarming stories can help celebrate the person's life and personality.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

It's essential to be respectful and considerate when sharing information about the deceased. Avoid including sensitive or private details that might be hurtful to family members or others.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

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What if I need to make corrections or changes to an already published obituary?

Contact the publication or platform where the obituary was published as soon as possible. They will guide you through the process of making corrections or updates.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Online platforms often publish obituaries within hours or days, while print newspapers may take longer.

Can I request a copy of the published obituary?

Yes, most publications provide copies of published obituaries upon request. This can be a keepsake for family members or friends.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for a veteran?