All Obituaries

Shirley F. Stanley, 77 and owner of Shirley's Cleaning Service, succumbed to cancer on May 9, 2021 and was called home to be with her Lord after 5 years with multiple myeloma which she battled without complaints until cancer treatments had to be stopped (which allowed the cancer to advance) during bouts with pneumonia). She and her husband traveled to Little Rock, Arkansas to UAMS where stem cell transplant was accomplished in 2016. UAMS was found to be a great place for multiple myeloma...

Kenneth "Ken" Gordon Smoker, 83, set sail beyond the shore on Sunday, May 9, 2021. His sunrise began October 9, 1937 and he had lived in Poquoson for over 40 years until he moved to Newport News. Ken owned and operated an electrical business for 60 years. The happiest times of Ken's life were spent fishing with his sons Michael and Steven. Many hours were enjoyed off the shores of Virginia and North Carolina on The Chesapeake Bay and off Cape Hatteras. He met many good people...

Tommy D. Insley, 75, was called home Wednesday, May 5, 2021. A native of Poquoson, Tommy was a resident of Surry County and worked as a waterman all of his life. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Alice Insley; brothers, David James Insley (Shirley), Charles Michael Insley, Sidney Lee Insley (Loretta); Joseph G. Insley; sisters, Alice Mae Firth, Emily Forrest (Thomas), Jane Babb, Paulette Evans (Wayne), and granddaughter, Kandis...

Doris D. Morrow, 85, passed away on May 7, 2020 at Sentara Regional Hospital in Williamsburg, Virginia due to COVID-19. Born to Henry and Bertha Butts, Doris was a native of Martinsburg, West Virginia and resided in Grafton, Virginia. She worked as a travel agent in Colonial Williamsburg and retired after 15 years in 2002. Doris was a member of the Red Hat Ladies and of Methodist faith. She sang in the Ft. Eustis Church choir as well as other churches in the area. Doris is reunited in...

Peggy Jo Eastep (Smith), 77, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2021. Peggy enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren grow and enjoyed her retirement years.    She is preceded in death by her husband, Lenford Earl Eastep; her parents, William and Annie Smith; and her sister, Lottie Broyles.  Left to cherish her memory are her brother, William "Billy" Smith Jr. (Keyba); her children, Craig Eastep, Jeff Eastep (Christi), and Tina Aldini (Vince);...

Our most beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle and friend was called home Saturday May 1st, 2021. Those who knew Chris even a little bit lost a shining light in their lives. There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone that light remains. We will cherish the special memories and moments of you always.  You were a gift from God and blessed our lives beyond measure. Family and friends will be having a celebration of life ceremony May 15th, 2021 4-8...

Brian Patrick Williams, 63 died Friday 4/30/21. He was a native of Cape Charles and a resident of Poquoson for many years. He was a big guy with a big heart. As tough as he was his love for his family was enormous. He loved his Harleys along with the freedom of the road. He passionately loved to read, and all of the wisdom he pulled from those books over the years he tried to instill into his children. He was a craftsman and always had projects to tinker on. His two treasures in life were...

On Sunday April 24, 2021 Loving Husband and Father Jimmie L. Forbes Sr. 82 passed away at his home surrounded by love ones. He was born in Covington Virginia and resided in Poquoson since his retirement from the City of Newport News as Director of Vehicle Services. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert; mother, Nellie, and brother Earnest Forbes. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Linda; two sons, Jim Jr. and Timothy Forbes; his sisters, Charlotte Joyner and...

Joseph George Insley, 80, was called home, Sunday, April 18, 2021. A native of Poquoson Joseph was and resident of Hampton and worked as a waterman. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Louise Insley; parents, Gilbert and Alice Insley; brothers, David James Insley (Shirley), Charles Michael Insley, Sidney Lee Insley (Loretta); sisters, Alice Mae Firth, Emily Forrest (Thomas), Jane Babb,  Paulette Evans (Wayne) Joseph is survived...

Rebecca Ann (Becky) Cobb Clarke passed away April 18th, 2021. Becky was born November 11th, 1939 in Asheboro, NC to the late William and Cletus Cobb. Becky graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and was proud to serve as an Air Force civilian at Langley Air Force Base for 37 years.  She was a cherished friend to many who loved her Southern charm, her wit and her strength.  Her life was one of kindness and loyalty.  Becky filled her home with antiques which reflected her...