All Obituaries

Linda Dale Bresnan, age 79, departed this life on June 7th, 2026. Born April 11, 1947, in Tacoma, Washington, she resided in Poquoson for over 40 years. She spent her life dutifully caring for her family and helping countless people in her career as a tax preparer at H&R Block for 35 years. She is predeceased by her mother and father, Jacqueline Colleen and Dale Henry Jensen, and her sister Jan Senk. She is survived by her partner Lou Tiedemann of over 30 years, her son Sean (Taylor) ...

Frank A. Taylor Jr., 82, passed away peacefully at his home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by the family he spent a lifetime loving.  Born on July 23, 1943, F.A. was a lifelong native and resident of Poquoson, a place he called home from his very first breath to his last. F.A. graduated from Poquoson High School in 1961 and went on to attend the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School, where he began his career as an electrician built on craftsmanship, reliability, and hard work — ...

Larry Firman went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2026, at the age of 72.Larry was a native of Poquoson and grew up “on the Ridge.” He graduated from Poquoson High School in 1971 and went on to serve his community as a Deputy Sheriff with York County for more than 20 years. After retiring, Larry began a lawn care and landscaping business, where he continued working outdoors and doing what he loved.Larry took great pride in his yard, which was truly his pride and joy. He also enjoyed ...

Salvatore Michael Cannella Sr., “Sal,” 83, born August 27, 1942, in Manhattan, passed away on May 31, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gasper and Gilda Cannella, sister Jenny Dimino, brother, Michael, and the love of his life, his wife of 51 years, Theresa Elizabeth “Terry” Cannella. Sal was a loving brother, uncle, and father. His memory is cherished by his children, Salvatore, Jr., Richard Cannella and wife Natalie, Thomas Cannella and wife Danielle, ...

Sonia Gale McMurray, 57, passed away on May 28, 2026. Born on October 24, 1968, in Poquoson, Virginia, Sonia spent the last 37 years as a resident of Yorktown, Virginia. Sonia was known for her kind heart and willingness to help anyone in need. She found joy in giving to others and making people feel welcome. Her love, compassion, and selfless spirit touched the lives of many and will be remembered by all who knew her. She is reunited in rest with her husband, Mark Montague; her father, ...

Daniel “Wayne” Wilson, Jr., 62, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 22, 2026. He was a native and lifelong resident of Poquoson. As a young boy, Wayne pulled nets alongside his father and grew up loving baseball and music. During his high school years, he met the love of his life, Lisa Rollins, his “sugar bear”, the jelly to his peanut butter. The two began their journey together while still in high school and shared 43 years of marriage. Wayne loved making ...

William A. Thomas, 90, passed away on May 19, 2026. Born on September 1, 1935, he was a native of Poquoson and later made his home in Gloucester. William proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and retired from the shipyard after many years of dedicated work. He faithfully served the Lord at Beech Grove Baptist Church. He is reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife, Marilyn E. Thomas; his father, Herbert T. Thomas; his mother, Kancie E. Thomas; and his sisters, Grace Blizzard and Hilda ...

Richard Allan Byles, born December 2nd, 1946, in Annandale, Virginia, died May 18th, 2026, in Poquoson, Virginia. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert Stanley Byles and Jessie Aubrey Boykin Byles, and by his brother, Terry Clifton Byles. Richard is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ann Saunders Evans. And by his daughter, Lisa Ann Byles McGinnis, grandson, Sean Dewaine McGinnis and wife Ashley, and great-grandchildren, Shelton and Emery.  And by his son, Robert Cecil Evans ...

Danny Charles Davison, 77, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2026. Born on April 15, 1949, Danny was a native of Ogden, Utah, and a resident of Poquoson, Virginia, for 38 years. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Lila and Heber Davison of Utah. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Janice Davison; his daughters, Joy (Keith) Parr and Jennifer (Grayson) Bunting; and his cherished grandchildren, Drew and Jordan Parr and Brody and Jake Bunting, all of Poquoson, ...

Charlie Gibbs, Sr., better known as “Big Hopie,” went to be with the Lord on May 5, 2026. Born on April 28, 1949, he was a lifelong native of Poquoson and a proud Poquoson Waterman. Big Hopie dedicated much of his life to working on the water, from haul seining to making nets, and he carried a deep love for the waterman way of life. A devoted Christian, he was also passionate about coaching youth sports and investing in the lives of young people in his community. He is now ...