Obituaries

Nov 16, 2025

Va. Beach-God called our sweet angel home to be with Him on November 16, 2025. Charity Sherell Wilson was born September 13, 1969, in Norfolk, VA to the late Leroy & Louise McNair Jr. Charity was a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend.

Charity graduated from Granby High School in Norfolk, VA and went on to graduate...

Nov 13, 2025

Norfolk-Callie Elizabeth Elizabeth Hassell, known by many as "Miss Callie," passed away peacefully on Thursday; November 13, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on June 5, 1937 in Robersonville, North Carolina, Callie was the youngest of three children born to her mother, Lillian Hassell. She was raised by her grandmother, Hannah Hassell.

After Hannah's passing, Callie's...

Nov 11, 2025

Chesapeake-Our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, auntie, loved one and friend, Joyce Phyllis Ann Cuffee, departed this life and entered the heavenly gates of her new forever home on Tuesday; November 11 ,2025. She was born in Chesapeake, VA to the late and Pettigrew & Virginia James Cuffee and was 73 years old.

Joyce was the heart...

Nov 6, 2025

Norfolk- Virginia K. Peoples passed away on Thursday; November 6, 2025. A funeral will take place at 11am Wednesday; November 12 2025 at Lees Chapel AME Church; 1036 Bells Mill Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Viewing will be held on Tuesday; November 11, 2025 from 4-6pm at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1146 Rodgers st. Chesapeake, VA 23324.  Burial will take place...

Nov 2, 2025

Norfolk-Julius Sinclair Cuffee of Norfolk, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025. He was born on May 31, 1973, to Dinia Cuffee and Osia Olds Jr.

Julius Sinclair Cuffee was a true chess player in life—not only across the board, but in the intentional, wise, and steady way he moved through the world, always calm and...

Oct 30, 2025

Portsmouth-Isadora Farmer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025 at the age of 96. She was born on December 15, 1929. A dedicated worker, Isadora spent many years as an assembly worker at GE, where her diligence and humorous personality was valued by her colleagues. Outside of her professional life, she was known...

Oct 29, 2025

Chesapeake-Carrie Lee Slade was born on November 20, 1939 and fell asleep peacefully in death on October 29, 2025 (85).  She was born in Millen, Georgia to the late Harry Burton and Bessie Lightfoot and was the eldest of 16 children.

Carrie graduated from Jenkins county high school in Millen Ga. and also graduated from Wilford academy...

Oct 29, 2025

Chesapeake-A funeral service will be held 1pm Thursday; November 6, 2025 at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1821 E. liberty Street; Chesapeake; VA  23324.  Viewing will be 2 hours prior to service.  Burial will be in Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery.

Please continue to keep the family in your prayers.

Oct 28, 2025

Va. Beach-Baby Boy Carmelo A. Mason passed away on Tuesday; October 28, 2025.  No services are scheduled.  Please keep his family in prayer.

Oct 27, 2025

Florida-Vanessa Mann, 65, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday; October 27, 2025 in Niceville, Florida after a courageous 11-year battle with dementia. She was born on March 17, 1960 to Joseph and Allene McPherson in Norfolk, where she was raised. Vanessa was a 1978 graduate of Maury High School and earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice...

Oct 21, 2025

Chesapeake- Leon J. Taylor, Jr. passed away on Tuesday; October 21, 2025. .

A funeral service will be held 12 pm Saturday; November 1, 2025 at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1146 Rodgers Street; Chesapeake, VA  23324. Viewing will be 2 hours prior to service; 10am-12pm.  Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.

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Oct 19, 2025

Chesapeake-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Keith Stanley Perry, aka "Groove" laid to eternal rest on Sunday; October 19, 2025, in the comforts of his home.

Groove was born in Norfolk County, Virginia on November 11, 1953, to the late George A. Perry Sr. and the late Rachel Perry. He attended...

Oct 17, 2025

Chesapeake-Edward M. Butts, Sr., also known as "Yhost", passed away on Friday; October 17, 2025.

A Homegoing Celebration will be held 10am Saturday; october 25, 2025 at Providence UCC; 2200 Vicker Avenue; Chesapeake, Va 23324.  His earthly remains will be placed in church at 9am Saturday morning.  Viewing will also be 5-7pm Friday at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services;...

Oct 14, 2025

Chesapeake-Terrance David Squires,44 affectionately known to many as "Shockey" was born on Friday, June 26, 1981, to mother Vanetta Ravenell at the Metropolitan Hospital of New York.  Terrance's introverted and humbled personality combined with his strong work ethic and love for GOD proved him to be a man of honor, integrity, and grace! Or like he would say "Grace,...

Oct 12, 2025

Chesapeake-A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Thursday; October 23, 2025 at Bethany Baptist Church; Chesapeake.  Viewing will be 4-6pm Wednesday at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1821 E. Liberty Street; Chesapeake, VA  23324.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Oct 5, 2025

Norfolk-On Sunday; October 5, 2025, our beloved Octavia Evangeline Brewer gained her angel wings. Octavia E Brewer, lovingly known as "Taye," was born October 11, 1967, to the late Florida and John Brewer, in Norfolk Community Hospital. She grew up surrounded by love and laughter and carried that same spirit throughout her life.

Taye attended Indian River...

Oct 1, 2025

Va. Beach-A memorial service will be held 10:00 am Saturday; October 11, 2025 at New Galilee Missionary Baptist Church; Chesapeake, VA.

Please keep the family in your prayers.

Sep 30, 2025

Chesapeake-Bertie Williams Crudup affectionately known to her family and friends as "Bert", "Aunt Bert", "Meme" and "Ganny" was called home on September 30,2025 after a long and courageous battle. She was not alone and was surrounded by her daughter, granddaughter and loved one Truly Conner. Bertie was born alongside her twin brother Burleigh on October 15, 1942 in Nassawadox...

Sep 29, 2025

Chesapeake-On Monday, September 29, 2025, Randolph answered God's call and peacefully transitioned from earth to heaven. Randolph ''Boss Hog'' was born on May 13, 1946 in Norfolk County to the late William and Velma Scott.

He attended George Washington Carver High School in Chesapeake, Va.  After high school, he joined the United States Army where he served...

Sep 22, 2025

Chesapeake-With humbled hearts and consoling minds, the Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services Family serves notice that Mrs. Mary Catherine Askew laid down the cares of this world on Monday, September 22, 2025. From there, she picked up her new wardrobe and golden keys for her everlasting life in Heaven.

The Glorious and Triumphant Life Celebration for "Mother Catherine" will...