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Newport News VA
Charles Thomas Woody, son of the late James Lighburn and Agnes Bowers Woody, was born on October 26, 1931 in Pocahontas,
VA. He departed this life November 22, 2009 in Newport News, VA.
“ Woody” was a native of Pocahontas, Virginia and attended Tazewell County Schools, Bluefield State College and Christopher
Newport University. He was inducted in the U.S. Army on June 20, 1950 and served his country for 24 years. Woody was an Asian
translator with the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) Indochina and Vietnam. One of his accomplishments was serving on
the staff of Chang Kai-Shek during the Korean War. Throughout his Army career Sergeant Woody was also a decorated veteran,
receiving the Bronze Star in 1963, the Bronze star with Oak Clusters in 1964, Air Medal in 1965, and in 1967 the Accommodation
Medal. He also received a special award: Order of the White Horse. He also served with the 82nd Airborne, 101st Airborne and the
763rd Tank Battalion during his Army career. He loved everyone he came in contact with and always had sound advice to give.
Woody was a kind, loving person and an example of a Renaissance Man.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth and sisters Joyce Woody and Dorothy McFadden. Woody’s memory will be
cherished by wife, Janzena V of the home; five children, Charles Z. Woody of Williamsburg, Agnes E. McGrath and husband Jim of
Newport News, Rodney Montague Sr. of Charlotte, NC, Beverly Montague of Newport News, and Lewis Robinson of Waverly, VA;
four granddaughters: Janzena Montague, Amber Robinson, Leigh Montague, and D’Andra Troy; two grandsons Rodney D. Montague
Jr, and Anthony J. Robinson Jr, and a host of nieces, nephews, great nephews, great nieces, great-great nephews, great-great
nices, and many family and friends.
The family will receive friends at the funeral chapel from 7:00 - 8:00 PM on Sunday November 29, and the funeral service with
military honors will by held at the Ft Eustis Regimental Chapel at 10:00 on Monday November 30.
Charles Thomas Woody, son of the late James Lighburn and Agnes Bowers Woody, was born on October 26, 1931 in Pocahontas,
VA. He departed this life November 22, 2009 in Newport News, VA.
“ Woody” was a native of Pocahontas, Virginia and attended Tazewell County Schools, Bluefield State College and Christopher
Newport University. He was inducted in the U.S. Army on June 20, 1950 and served his country for 24 years. Woody was an Asian
translator with the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) Indochina and Vietnam. One of his accomplishments was serving on
the staff of Chang Kai-Shek during the Korean War. Throughout his Army career Sergeant Woody was also a decorated veteran,
receiving the Bronze Star in 1963, the Bronze star with Oak Clusters in 1964, Air Medal in 1965, and in 1967 the Accommodation
Medal. He also received a special award: Order of the White Horse. He also served with the 82nd Airborne, 101st Airborne and the
763rd Tank Battalion during his Army career. He loved everyone he came in contact with and always had sound advice to give.
Woody was a kind, loving person and an example of a Renaissance Man.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth and sisters Joyce Woody and Dorothy McFadden. Woody’s memory will be
cherished by wife, Janzena V of the home; five children, Charles Z. Woody of Williamsburg, Agnes E. McGrath and husband Jim of
Newport News, Rodney Montague Sr. of Charlotte, NC, Beverly Montague of Newport News, and Lewis Robinson of Waverly, VA;
four granddaughters: Janzena Montague, Amber Robinson, Leigh Montague, and D’Andra Troy; two grandsons Rodney D. Montague
Jr, and Anthony J. Robinson Jr, and a host of nieces, nephews, great nephews, great nieces, great-great nephews, great-great
nices, and many family and friends.
The family will receive friends at the funeral chapel from 7:00 - 8:00 PM on Sunday November 29, and the funeral service with
military honors will by held at the Ft Eustis Regimental Chapel at 10:00 on Monday November 30.
Newport News, VA
Elizabeth T. Bridgeford, 80 passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2009.
She was a retired school teacher from the Elizabeth, NJ School District, and a member of the First Baptist Church, King Street,
Hampton, where she served in the Christian fellowship Choir.
Survivors include two sisters, three brothers, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. at the Carter Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, 251 Richneck Rd. Newport
News, VA 23608. on Friday, December 18. Funeral Services will be at First Baptist Church, 229 North King Street, Hampton, at
10:00 am. Saturday December 18. Internment will follow services in the Tupponce Family plot in Sunny Slope Cemetery, West
Point Va.
Elizabeth T. Bridgeford, 80 passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2009.
She was a retired school teacher from the Elizabeth, NJ School District, and a member of the First Baptist Church, King Street,
Hampton, where she served in the Christian fellowship Choir.
Survivors include two sisters, three brothers, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. at the Carter Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, 251 Richneck Rd. Newport
News, VA 23608. on Friday, December 18. Funeral Services will be at First Baptist Church, 229 North King Street, Hampton, at
10:00 am. Saturday December 18. Internment will follow services in the Tupponce Family plot in Sunny Slope Cemetery, West
Point Va.
NEWPORT NEWS-
Lola Chisman Brookins, 73, wet home to her Lord and Savior on Friday Dee 18, 2009, after a short illness.
Lola was born in Grafton, VA on April 21, 1936, the daughter of the late Levi and Alice Chisman. She joined
the New Beech Grove Baptist Church at a early age and remained there until her passing. She was preceded in death
by her brother, Earl W. Chisman, and two Sisters, Barbara Roberts, and Vivian
Hill.
Lola was the beloved wife of Kenneth T. Brookins. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Sharon
Sharp (Rodney) of Norfolk, VA, Deborah Cowling (Belvon) of Laurel, MD, Betty Rutledge (Reggie) and Kendra Maxie both
of Killeen, TX, one step son, Paul Brookins, Gloucester,VA.
Lola graduated from York County Training School and Thomas Nelson Community College as a Registered Nurse. She
worked as a LPN and RN on the Peninsular for over 40 years before retiring from the Newport News
Department of Health. .
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM. Saturday, Dec 26,2009 at New Beech Grove Baptist Church, 326
Tabbs Lane, Newport News, VA. Internment will be at Hampton Memorial Gardens.
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Hayes, VA
The former Guinea Road Greeter, Hollis Henry Corbin Sr. 63, of Gloucester,VA died December 19,2009.He never
complained about his disabilities. His smile was contagious and his outlook on life was terrific.
Hollis was born in Hayes, VA ( Gloucester) to the late Thomas and Eunice (Gregory) Corbin he was a Viet Nam veteran.
he is survived by one son, Hollis H. Corbin Jr. of Phoenix,AZ; three sisters, Marion C.Randall of Bena, VA., Annetta C.
Cohill of Wilsonville, AL, Eunice C. Ellis of Hayes, VA; two brothers, Harold D .Corbin of Fredericksburg,VA, Webster M.
Corbin of Hayes,VA; four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
He was predeceased by his brother, Robert T.( Bubba) Corbin, and stepson, Kenneth Payton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 23,2009 at 12:00 noon at First Morning Star
Baptist Church, Bena, VA. Interment will be in the Gregory Cemetery, Hayes, VA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Abington fire and Rescue Squad or First Morning Star
Baptist church Building fund, PO Box 159. Bena,VA. 23018.
The former Guinea Road Greeter, Hollis Henry Corbin Sr. 63, of Gloucester,VA died December 19,2009.He never
complained about his disabilities. His smile was contagious and his outlook on life was terrific.
Hollis was born in Hayes, VA ( Gloucester) to the late Thomas and Eunice (Gregory) Corbin he was a Viet Nam veteran.
he is survived by one son, Hollis H. Corbin Jr. of Phoenix,AZ; three sisters, Marion C.Randall of Bena, VA., Annetta C.
Cohill of Wilsonville, AL, Eunice C. Ellis of Hayes, VA; two brothers, Harold D .Corbin of Fredericksburg,VA, Webster M.
Corbin of Hayes,VA; four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
He was predeceased by his brother, Robert T.( Bubba) Corbin, and stepson, Kenneth Payton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 23,2009 at 12:00 noon at First Morning Star
Baptist Church, Bena, VA. Interment will be in the Gregory Cemetery, Hayes, VA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Abington fire and Rescue Squad or First Morning Star
Baptist church Building fund, PO Box 159. Bena,VA. 23018.
Dateline:Gloucester,VA.
Mrs. Judith W. Shaw passed away on December 28,2009 at Francis N. Sander's Nursing Home.She had been an RN for
more than forty-five years.Survivors include her son, Cecil Shaw and wife, Inez of Chesapeake,VA.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 2,2009 at Carter Funeral Home-Denbigh. Interment will
follow at Trinity Episcopal Church Cemetery, Matthews,VA.
Mrs. Judith W. Shaw passed away on December 28,2009 at Francis N. Sander's Nursing Home.She had been an RN for
more than forty-five years.Survivors include her son, Cecil Shaw and wife, Inez of Chesapeake,VA.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 2,2009 at Carter Funeral Home-Denbigh. Interment will
follow at Trinity Episcopal Church Cemetery, Matthews,VA.
Newport News, VA
Pearlie Mae Griffin departed this life on January 19, 2010 at the
Riverside Regional Hospital in Newport News, Virginia.
Pearlie Mae Griffin was born December 16, 1939 in Coffee County, Alabama
to the late James Reynolds and Carrie Lee Reynolds. "Pearl" graduated
from the New Brockton Colored School. At an early age, she attended the
Greater Springfield Missionary Baptist Church in New Brockton, Alabama.
Pearl met and married Harold Griffin on October 12. 1961. After several
Army duty stations, they settled in Newport News, Virginia. They were
blessed with one son. She was proceeded by her husband Harold and her grandson, Antwan. She leaves to cherish her
memories a devoted son, James Stanley
Griffin (Pam) of Newport News, Virginia, a loving mother, Carrie Lee
Reynolds of New Brockton, Alabama; a brother: Perry Reynolds (Marion)
of Davenport, Iowa; two sisters, Gwendolyn McKee ( Fermon) of Far
Rockaway, New York; Jacqueline Miller (Jerry) of Montgomery, Alabama; three
grandchildren, DeVon, Angel and DaVon , 8 great-grandchildren and host
of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a very special friend,
"Peggy Banks." The body has been intrusted to Carter Funeral Home, N.N. and services will be held at Sconires Funeral
Home 512 W. Watts St. Enterprise, AL.
Pearlie Mae Griffin departed this life on January 19, 2010 at the
Riverside Regional Hospital in Newport News, Virginia.
Pearlie Mae Griffin was born December 16, 1939 in Coffee County, Alabama
to the late James Reynolds and Carrie Lee Reynolds. "Pearl" graduated
from the New Brockton Colored School. At an early age, she attended the
Greater Springfield Missionary Baptist Church in New Brockton, Alabama.
Pearl met and married Harold Griffin on October 12. 1961. After several
Army duty stations, they settled in Newport News, Virginia. They were
blessed with one son. She was proceeded by her husband Harold and her grandson, Antwan. She leaves to cherish her
memories a devoted son, James Stanley
Griffin (Pam) of Newport News, Virginia, a loving mother, Carrie Lee
Reynolds of New Brockton, Alabama; a brother: Perry Reynolds (Marion)
of Davenport, Iowa; two sisters, Gwendolyn McKee ( Fermon) of Far
Rockaway, New York; Jacqueline Miller (Jerry) of Montgomery, Alabama; three
grandchildren, DeVon, Angel and DaVon , 8 great-grandchildren and host
of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a very special friend,
"Peggy Banks." The body has been intrusted to Carter Funeral Home, N.N. and services will be held at Sconires Funeral
Home 512 W. Watts St. Enterprise, AL.
Newport News, VA
Mattilyn D. Green died on Friday, January 22,2010, in the Gardens of Warwick Convalescent Home in Newport News, Virginia. Mattilyn had been a
resident at the home since Mach 22, 2006.Mattilyn Green was born on May 5, 1913 in Surry, Virginia. She was the beloved daughter of the Joseph
and Lillian Doswell. Mattilyn was preceded in death by her brother, Vashti Rogers Doswell, and her husband,Willie Green (Bill) who~ she married in
1953, and deceased on December30, 1989. They had a loving 36 years of matrimony.
Mattilyn became a nurse was employed at the Dixie Memorial Hospital in Newport News, Virginia, (now Sentara Careplex Hospital. Mattilyn also
worked at the infirmary at Hampton Institute (now Hampton University). She worked in the pediatrician unit and Dixie Memorial, which was a fitting
field since she loved children but never was blessed with children.
Mattilyn (Mattie) and Bill resided in the Buckroe Beach area in Hampton, Virginia for many years. After Bill's health began to decline they moved to a
townhouse in the Sedendale Village community in Hampton, Virginia.
Mattilyn was a member of First Baptist Lincoln Park (now Canaan Baptist Church) and was faithful servant and active member until her health
began to decline. She was a member of the Deaconess Board and the Gleaners
Ministry and the mother of the church.
Mattilyn is survived by; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
The Home-Going service is scheduled for Thursday, January 28,2010 at 12:00. The Interment will be at the Hampton Veteran's Memorial Gardens
immediately following the service.
Mattilyn D. Green died on Friday, January 22,2010, in the Gardens of Warwick Convalescent Home in Newport News, Virginia. Mattilyn had been a
resident at the home since Mach 22, 2006.Mattilyn Green was born on May 5, 1913 in Surry, Virginia. She was the beloved daughter of the Joseph
and Lillian Doswell. Mattilyn was preceded in death by her brother, Vashti Rogers Doswell, and her husband,Willie Green (Bill) who~ she married in
1953, and deceased on December30, 1989. They had a loving 36 years of matrimony.
Mattilyn became a nurse was employed at the Dixie Memorial Hospital in Newport News, Virginia, (now Sentara Careplex Hospital. Mattilyn also
worked at the infirmary at Hampton Institute (now Hampton University). She worked in the pediatrician unit and Dixie Memorial, which was a fitting
field since she loved children but never was blessed with children.
Mattilyn (Mattie) and Bill resided in the Buckroe Beach area in Hampton, Virginia for many years. After Bill's health began to decline they moved to a
townhouse in the Sedendale Village community in Hampton, Virginia.
Mattilyn was a member of First Baptist Lincoln Park (now Canaan Baptist Church) and was faithful servant and active member until her health
began to decline. She was a member of the Deaconess Board and the Gleaners
Ministry and the mother of the church.
Mattilyn is survived by; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
The Home-Going service is scheduled for Thursday, January 28,2010 at 12:00. The Interment will be at the Hampton Veteran's Memorial Gardens
immediately following the service.
Christopher Johnson
Yorktown,VA
Christopher Darnell Johnson, 26, died on Monday, Januarv 25, 2010. A native of Yorktown, Chris attended York County Public
Schools. He was a dedicated worker at his uncle's masonry business and at the Courtyard Marriott in Newport News
He leaves to cherish his memory, his Father, Christopher L. Johnson of Yorktown; his Mother, Sharon K. Watkins of Newport
News; his Stepmother, Sandra Piggott of Williamsburg; his sons: Nehemiah and Elijah Jackson of Chesterfteld; his loving
girlfriend, Stacy White, of Yorktown, a brother, William Smith of Williamsburg, his grandparents, Royal and Maggie Carter, Jr.
of Yorktown, Alice
Robinson of Texas, Step Grandmother, Virginia Johnson and Great Grandmother, Evaline Thompson of Willamsburg; and best
friend, Brandi Manley, of Yorktown.
Viewing will be at Carter Funeral Home, 251 Richneck Road, Newport News, Va from 7-8 p.m. Monday, The celebration of his
life will be held at Grafton Baptist Church, 1301 Old York Hampton Hwy, Yorktown, on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at 1 p.m.
Yorktown,VA
Christopher Darnell Johnson, 26, died on Monday, Januarv 25, 2010. A native of Yorktown, Chris attended York County Public
Schools. He was a dedicated worker at his uncle's masonry business and at the Courtyard Marriott in Newport News
He leaves to cherish his memory, his Father, Christopher L. Johnson of Yorktown; his Mother, Sharon K. Watkins of Newport
News; his Stepmother, Sandra Piggott of Williamsburg; his sons: Nehemiah and Elijah Jackson of Chesterfteld; his loving
girlfriend, Stacy White, of Yorktown, a brother, William Smith of Williamsburg, his grandparents, Royal and Maggie Carter, Jr.
of Yorktown, Alice
Robinson of Texas, Step Grandmother, Virginia Johnson and Great Grandmother, Evaline Thompson of Willamsburg; and best
friend, Brandi Manley, of Yorktown.
Viewing will be at Carter Funeral Home, 251 Richneck Road, Newport News, Va from 7-8 p.m. Monday, The celebration of his
life will be held at Grafton Baptist Church, 1301 Old York Hampton Hwy, Yorktown, on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at 1 p.m.
Newport News, VA
Danielle Monique Knarr was born to William Knarr and Carol Mitchell in Williamsburg, Virginia on August 6, 1984. She was a
part of The Marching Elites and was asked to march in a function at Disney World when she was 14 years old. In high school,
she participated in track and field and got her first taste of graphic design and visual arts. She was a woman who had a
passion for photography, graphic design and import tuner cars. Danielle pursued her passion in school while being a single
mother of two lovable children. Danielle graduated Thomas Nelson Community College in 2009 with her Associates of
Applied Science in Photography and Visual Communication. She was to later go on to Old Dominion University to further
pursue her career in Photography. Her dream was to be a digital animation specialist. She leaves behind her loving children
Gianni and Giuseppe Knarr, step father Ripton Mitchell, brother Carey Harper and other family and friends who remember her
fun-loving and caring personality.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday Feb. 13, 2010, at the Carter Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, at noon. The family will
receive friends at the Funeral Chapel on Friday from 7-8 PM. Burial will follow services at Peninsula;a memorial Park.
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers should be sent to Langley Federal Credit Union, Benefit of Gianni Knarr, Acct. # 324775
Member Journal
Danielle Monique Knarr was born to William Knarr and Carol Mitchell in Williamsburg, Virginia on August 6, 1984. She was a
part of The Marching Elites and was asked to march in a function at Disney World when she was 14 years old. In high school,
she participated in track and field and got her first taste of graphic design and visual arts. She was a woman who had a
passion for photography, graphic design and import tuner cars. Danielle pursued her passion in school while being a single
mother of two lovable children. Danielle graduated Thomas Nelson Community College in 2009 with her Associates of
Applied Science in Photography and Visual Communication. She was to later go on to Old Dominion University to further
pursue her career in Photography. Her dream was to be a digital animation specialist. She leaves behind her loving children
Gianni and Giuseppe Knarr, step father Ripton Mitchell, brother Carey Harper and other family and friends who remember her
fun-loving and caring personality.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday Feb. 13, 2010, at the Carter Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, at noon. The family will
receive friends at the Funeral Chapel on Friday from 7-8 PM. Burial will follow services at Peninsula;a memorial Park.
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers should be sent to Langley Federal Credit Union, Benefit of Gianni Knarr, Acct. # 324775
Member Journal
Newport News VA
SMSGT Ret. Jackie Eugene. McGinnis, age 76, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 21, 2010 at the Mary
Immaculate Hospital, Newport News, Va. He retired from the Air Force after 31 years. He was preceded in death by his
mother, Enola Thompson McGinnis; and two sisters, Betty and Joanne. Jackie leaves to cherish his memory his wife Helen;
his daughters La Rece, Phyllis, and LeZandra, his two sons, Le Vander, and Garland, ten grandchildren, one great
granddaughter, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He will lie in state at the Carter Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel on Thursday from 9:00 am. until 5:00 pm. Funeral services
will be held at the Langley AFB Chapel on Friday February 26, at 10:00 am. Internment with Military Honors will follow
services in the A G Horton Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk Va.
SMSGT Ret. Jackie Eugene. McGinnis, age 76, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 21, 2010 at the Mary
Immaculate Hospital, Newport News, Va. He retired from the Air Force after 31 years. He was preceded in death by his
mother, Enola Thompson McGinnis; and two sisters, Betty and Joanne. Jackie leaves to cherish his memory his wife Helen;
his daughters La Rece, Phyllis, and LeZandra, his two sons, Le Vander, and Garland, ten grandchildren, one great
granddaughter, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He will lie in state at the Carter Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel on Thursday from 9:00 am. until 5:00 pm. Funeral services
will be held at the Langley AFB Chapel on Friday February 26, at 10:00 am. Internment with Military Honors will follow
services in the A G Horton Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk Va.
