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Carolyn M. Kirby NEWPORT NEWS — Carolyn M. Kirby, 67, passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021. Carolyn was committed to caring for animals and worked as a veterinary assistant at Boulevard Veterinary Hospital for over 30 years. She loved her animals deeply, most recently, her two Shih Tzus, Chloe and Brie. Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Lee Kirby; mother and father, Hazel and George Lay; and sister, Helen Gibson. She is survived by her only son and loving daughter (in-law), Thomas and Angela; granddaughter, Kendall, who was her pride and joy; sisters, Ann (Pete), G...

Rashad Wazeerud-Din was assaulted May 29 in the 1000 block of 34th Street. His face was so badly bruised, his father didn't initially recognize him.

Ronnie André Chandler Sr. NEWPORT NEWS — The sun rose on Ronnie André Chandler Sr., 59, on Dec. 7, 1961, and sadly set Monday, Dec. 21, 2020. He was born in Hampton to Thelma Rosser Taylor and the late Arlington Thomas Chandler Jr. “Raulo,” as he was affectionately known by his siblings, was raised in Newport News and attended Newport News Public Schools and the American School of Isfahan in Iran. During his time there, he dedicated his life to the Lord at the age of 15. He graduated from Denbigh High School and continued his education at Norfolk State University for two years. Ro...

Billy Joe ‘B.J.’ Roberts HAMPTON — Sheriff Billy Joe “B.J.” Roberts, 70, peacefully departed this life Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earnest and Viola Roberts; and sister, Nora Barnwell. A native of South Carolina, Sheriff Roberts was educated in Hampton and earned his high school diploma from Phenix High School. During his high school years, he played football and basketball, and later earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Hampton University. He completed the Northwestern University Public Safety Management School in Ill...

Leo Franklin Barbour NEWPORT NEWS — Leo Franklin Barbour, 86, peacefully passed away Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, at home surrounded by his family after an 18-year battle with prostate cancer. Born Sept. 7, 1934, he retired at age 65 from IBEW Local 1340. Leo was also known as “Uncle Leo,” and lived life to its fullest. Leo was an adventurer, explorer and had an exceptional love for seafood. His travels took him all over the world. Leo enjoyed the outdoors; fresh, warm air; and the serenity of peaceful beaches. He believed in the Lord Jesus, a “simple life” (not materialistic); and go...