All Obituaries

Donna Marie Wilson Conners, 59, Poquoson, Virginia passed away the morning of September 15th, 2021. Donna was born on May 20th, 1962 in Queens, New York. Raised in Brentwood, New York, she attended Brentwood High School before eventually moving onto college at SUNY Cortland. During her time at SUNY Cortland she met her husband, Jamie, whom she married on November 10th, 1985, they were happily married for nearly 36 years and eventually had two children Sean and MacKenzie. Donna was a devoted...

William Davis Bryant, 35, departed this life on September 11, 2021. He is survived by his mother; Julie Holloway Bryant, father; William Wesley Bryant; brothers, Parker James Bryant (Holly) and David Jurgenson (Posie); and grandparents, Norman and Judy Holloway and William and Grace Bryant. Additionally, William leaves many uncles, aunts, and cousins to treasure his memory. William was a scholar and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond and advanced degrees from...

Shirley A. Rector, 71, went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2021. She was a Virginia native and a resident of Newport News. She was a loving wife of thirty years to Earl Rector and mother to James Rector. She will be dearly missed. Online condolences to claytorrollins.com.

Rose Ward Paul, 81, a native and lifelong resident of Poquoson, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 28, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and retired from Poquoson City Public Schools where she was a bus driver for over 30 years.  She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the Wesley Fellowship Class.  She enjoyed going out to lunch with friends, spending time with her great-granddaughters and was well...

Kenneth “Kenny” L. Lewis, Jr., 25, of Yorktown, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2021. Kenny was a dedicated father who adored his 5 yr old daughter with everything he had. Anyone who met him, knew how great his love was for her and that she was his world. He was a talented young man who had a gift for working on cars and doing construction. Kenny took pride in watching over his mom & spending quality time with her, building & racing hot rods with his...

Leila “Peggy” Muriel Miller, 78, went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2021. Peggy was born on December 28, 1942, in Washington, DC, and lived in Virginia for most of her life.  Peggy professed her faith in Jesus Christ. Now she resides in heaven where she is reunited with her beloved husband, Bill Miller.   Peggy was preceded in death by her parents May and Albert Gaulton; her foster parents Beth and Chuck Hoover;  husband Bill Miller; and first husband John...

Jennifer Baird Davis, also known as JJ to her friends and family, passed away on August 2, 2021 unexpectedly at home. Even though she was taken away from this world, her loving heart left a beacon of light for all in the community and her family. Jennifer’s loved ones will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Jennifer was preceded in death by her son, Scott Insley; mother and father, Roland Baird and Carolyn Baird; sister and...

William "Bill" Kranz Jr, 71, passed away on July 29, 2021. A native of Butler, PA, he resided in York County, VA. Bill was an avid baseball fan, having pitched for the minor league team to the Milwaukee Brewers.  In his free time, he could be found in his garage working on hot rods and building transmissions.  Some of Bill's favorite hobbies were drag racing, fishing, and watching football.  The love of Bill's life was his loving wife Cindy and...

With much sadness in our hearts, the family of Rosalyn “Rose” Hunt announces her passing, with the family at her side at home, July 23, 2021. A time of celebration will be Tuesday, July 27, 2021 beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home. Donations can be made to Poquoson Ladies Auxiliary.Arrangements and heartfelt guidance through Claytor Rollins Funeral Home. Online condolences to claytorrollins.com.

George S. Carmines, Sr., 84, went to be with The Lord, Wednesday, July 21, 2021. A native and lifelong resident of Poquoson, he was a commercial deep sea fisherman and a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church. George loved NASCAR, racing, building and restoring classic cars and Poquoson High School Sports. He also enjoyed watching his grandchildren participate in their activities and participating in the annual Poquoson Work Boat Races. George was a member of The Order of Knights...