All Obituaries

Gloria V. Dasovich, 92, of Yorktown, died at her home on Saturday, November 10th with family at her side. Gloria was born on March 15, 1926 in Bayonne, NJ. After high school she attended business school and was working at the Bayonne Shipyard when she met Mike, who was an Ensign in the Navy Supply Corps. They were married in Bayonne on April 16, 1950 and began their life together as a Navy couple, traveling to many duty stations and enjoying every minute of travel in and around each unique...

Wesley “Cpt Wes” Sparrer Freeman, 81, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018 with his beloved wife Nellie by his side.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest and Frances Freeman.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nellie; four children, Donnie Freeman (Suzanne), Joy Davis, Daryl Freeman (Teresa), and Jennifer May (Cris); six grandchildren, Ryan, Krystal, Joshua (Allie), Amanda, Daniel, and Cameron; two great-grands, Dakota and Payton; siblings Annie...

Guy C. Amory, Jr., 86, a native and lifelong resident of Newport News, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Guy was a graduate of Warwick High School Class of 1950 and attended Virginia Tech and Rollins College. He worked for Newport News Shipbuilding as an engineering designer and later was involved in many local business ventures.  Guy grew up on the James River and developed a love for the water and being outdoors at an early age.  He loved to hunt, fish, and travel. ...

Herbert LaForrest Roberts Jr., 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 25, 2018. He is preceded in rest by his parents, Herbert LaForrest Roberts, Sr. and Edith Hopkins; son, Tony; sisters, Carol Brennaman and Janet Roberts. Herby is survived by his wife of 45 years, Irene Joyce Roberts; daughter, Kelly; grandson, Bryan Porter; nieces, Linda Rogers, Janet Smith, and Pamela Christner. Herby was a loving husband, dad, grandad, and friend. He forever gave his all in everything he did....

Betty Lou Bowman, 73, passed away Friday, October 19, 2018. A native of Spruce Pine, North Carolina, Betty was a resident of Poquoson for 51 years. She was a devoted, loving mother and wife. Betty was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Buddy Bowman. She is survived by her daughter, Lindy Arms; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Barbara Massey of Florida, Susan Thrift and Bertha Pearson of North Carolina; brother, Roger Pearson (Joyce) as well as many other loving...

Yorktown, VA—Violet Jo Cantrell Hall Domanski, 93, passed away peacefully October 17, 2018 at the Dominion Village at Poquoson assisted living and memory care facility after a 12-year battle with dementia. Jo was born August 20, 1925, in the Keltonburg community of DeKalb County, TN; graduated from DeKalb County High School in 1944; and then lived in Detroit, MI from 1944 until she moved to Virginia in May of 2011. Jo was a member of the First Baptist Church located at 16428 Nine Mile...

Loretta Provance, 52, a beloved mother, went home to be with the Lord on October 15th, 2018. She was a long-time resident of Poquoson. She is survived by her two children; Casey Provance and Faith Fuller (Robert). Other surviving relatives include her brother, Stephan Capps, Jr. (Sally); nephews, Tyler Bells, Jacob Capps, and Ralph Capps. As well as her parents, Elizabeth and Stephan Capps, Sr. Loretta had the biggest heart and enjoyed the holidays. A visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00...

Patricia L. Liles, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 14, 2018. A native of Sherman, Texas, Patricia was a Poquoson resident for the past 43 years. She was a devoted mother and wife and is preceded in death by her loving husband Maj. Bobby C. Liles, USAF Retired. Patricia is survived by her children Pamela Adams, Sharon Liles, Karen Regan, Susan Thompson and Michel Liles; grandchildren, Christopher Thompson, Benjamin Thompson, Seth Regan, Travis Tucker, Spencer Tucker and...

Dr. Vernon Netto passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at his home in Poquoson. He is survived by a loving family and many dear friends. Friends and family are welcome to visit and have quiet reflection 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 14th at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held 6:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home and light refreshments will be served. SERVICES Visitation Sunday, October 14, 2018 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Claytor Rollins Funeral Home ...

Mr. Michael Levine, 71, died Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in Poquoson, Virginia. A native of Bayonne, NJ, he was a resident of Monmouth County for 41 years. He retired on May 1, 2004 as a postal clerk of the Red Bank Post Office after 22 years of service. Michael received his Bachelors of Science in Psychology from New Jersey City University in Jersey City, completed his Masters in Psychology from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, and served as Shop Stewart and Vice President for the Red...