In Memoriam:

"Bro.  Dale Frederick Phelps"

BORN                       Nov. 04, 1922

INITIATED                 Aug 22, 1991
PASSED                  
Feb. 12, 1992
RAISED                   
Mar. 04, 1992

DEPARTED THIS LIFE
Dec. 30, 2009

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Special notice from our Worshipful Master

Brethren,

It is with sadness in my heart that I inform you that Bro. Dale Phelps passed away today. Bro. Dale was one of the kindest guys I have ever known and he will be truly missed.

Here are the arrangements as I know them:

Masonic Service – Sunday, January 3rd at 7:30 pm. If you would like to participate in the service, please be at the funeral home no later than 7:10 pm.

Visitation with the family – Sunday, January 3rd from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Funeral Service – Monday, January 4th at 11:00 am. The family has asked his Masonic Lodge to provide pallbearers. If you knew Dale and would like to serve in this capacity, please contact me (380-5130).

All functions are being held at Nelson’s Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Richmond, VA 23231.

Please be in prayer for Dale’s family during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Jeff Schmid
Worshipful Master
Sandston no. 216

His memory in our hearts

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"Bro. Lewis Raboteau Sugg"

BORN                       Aug. 9, 1921

INITIATED              Jan. 21, 1966
PASSED                   Apr. 7, 1966
RAISED                 June 13, 1966
AFFILIATED           July 19, 2001


DEPARTED THIS LIFE
Dec. 1, 2009

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"Walter Powell Smith, Jr."
BORN                        April 4, 1919

INITIATED          June 26, 1952
PASSED               July17, 1952

RAISED               Aug. 25, 1952

DEPARTED THIS LIFE

 Aug.9, 2009

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"Robert Wayne "Bobby" Mantlo"

 


MANTLO, Robert W. "Bobby", 70, of Sandston, Va., died June 7, 2009. He was born on December 11, 1938 in Richmond, Va. Preceded in death by his son, Robert Britton Mantlo, he is survived by his loving wife, Mary Joyce Mantlo; two sons, Wayne Mantlo and wife, Kathleen, and James J. Mantlo and wife, Vonda; daughter-in-law, Shannon Mantlo; and six grandchildren, David Robert Mantlo, Ayden Wayne Mantlo, Skye Campen, David Morrison, Mackenzie Mantlo and Brannon Mantlo; as well as a large group of extended family and friends. He retired from the Virginia Air National Guard as a Chief Master Sergeant, after completing a 42 year military career and 38 year civil service career. He began his military career with the Air Force Reserve in 1958; during the Berlin Crisis of 1961, he was activated and became a full time Guardsman. Capping a long career with the 192nd Fighter Wing, he served at Virginia Air National Guard Headquarters until his retirement. During his military career, he supervised Aircrew Life Support of the 192 FW and managed Club 149. Local involvement included, charter member, East Henrico Exchange Club, Master Mason, Sandston Lodge 216, EZZR member, Major Thomas E. Benson Post 8529, VFW, and 25 year coach of the Sandston Jets Little League Football. Visitation, Wednesday, June 10, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service at Sandston Baptist Church, 11 a.m. Thursday, June 11, followed by interment at Washington Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Families of the Wounded Fund, Inc., c/o Village Bank, P.O. Box 330, Midlothian, Va. 23113.

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"Charles Richmond "Buzz" Lewis Jr."

Charles Richmond "Buzz" Lewis Jr. LEWIS, Mr. Charles Richmond Jr. "Buzz," "CR," age 79, of Manakin-Sabot, Goochland, and formerly from Bennettsville, S.C., passed away June 3, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles R. Lewis Sr. and Sarah M. Lewis; his daughters, Patricia Anne Lewis and Margaret Irene Lewis; his brother, Wallace Reid Lewis Sr.; his uncle and aunt, S.B. and Olga Quick; and his nephew, Wallace Reid Lewis Jr. He is survived by his wife, Helena C. Lewis; and his children and stepchildren, Charles R. Lewis III "Rick" and his wife, Edi, Kathryn J. Lewis, Carol Lewis Chervenak and her husband, Mark, Anne Lewis Young and her husband, Wayne, Robert L. Lewis and his wife, Barbara, Everett E. Isaacs Jr. "Chip," Kathy B. Paulin, Lisa A. Bohn, and Edward T. Butler. He is also survived by his sister in-law, Frances Lewis and her children, Cooper Lewis Peay (Bobby) and Larry Lewis (Sylvia); and great-nephew, Heath Lewis. Also surviving are his aunt, Hazel Moseley; cousins, Steve Quick III (Linda) and Cookie Quick. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and stepgrandchildren, Leslie Lewis Leggett, Philip and Emily Chervenak, Nicholas and Connor Young, Allie, Kate and Claire Lewis, Brynley, Brad and Brooke Isaacs, Hanson and Peter Paulin, Hunter and Peter Bohn and Eleanor Butler. Mr. Lewis was born May 18, 1930 in Bennettsville, S.C. He graduated from Upper Marlboro High School, and his dream was to attend the University of South Carolina. However, he followed in his father's footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After the Navy, he worked a short time with Southern Bell Telephone; and then the Korean War broke out and he joined the U.S. Air Force in 1950. Mr. Lewis was retired from the United States Air Force (MSgt) and the Virginia Department of Labor. During his service with the U.S. Navy he served on the USS Columbus. During his Air Force career he served at Shaw AFB, Langley AFB, RAF Weathersfield, England, Byrd Field in Richmond, Thule ,Greenland, Nellis AFB, and Myrtle Beach AFB. He was assigned with the Virginia Air National Guard as an Air Force Advisor during the 1950s and 1960s. He was past president of the Virginia Air National Guard Retiree's Association. He was a member of Sandston Masonic Lodge #216 and also the ACCA Temple Director's Staff. He was also a past Commander of VFW Post 6364. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 5, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. at Saint Matthew's United Methodist Church, 1706 St. Matthew's Lane, Richmond, Va. 23233. Interment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Matthew's UMC or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. We want to acknowledge Dad's old friend, Joe Davis from High Point, N.C., Dr. Joseph Galeski, the Henrico Doctors' Hospital at Forest staff, the staff at Lexington Court and Hospice of Virginia.

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"Kenneth Wayne Stanley"

 

STANLEY, Kenneth Wayne, 61, of Sandston, passed after a brief illness on Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Emma Stanley; brothers, Philip T. Stanley Jr., Milton "Mickey" Stanley; and sister, Elsie Massengale. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sabine; nine loving children, Kenny (Kim) Stanley, Michael (Lisa) Stanley, Tammy Stanley, Jonathan (Jenifer) Stanley, Jason (Danielle) Stanley, Chris (Janka) Stanley, Ashley (Michael) Stanley, Petra Cranston, Kirstin Cranston; two sisters, Fay (Larry) Blackwell, Joyce Gray; nine grandchildren, Ryan, Daphney, Katelyn, Jordan, Hayden, Liam, Brandon, Cameryn, Nathaniel; special niece, Wanda (Mohsen) Emami and family; his many "extra kids," including Duncan, Daniel and Jesse; a host of other loving family members and friends; and his loving pets, Otis, Silas and Patches. Kenneth was an electrician at VCU for many years and more recently was co-owner with his wife of LightSource Virginia. He was Past Master of Sandston Masonic Lodge #216, and a member of Varina Lodge #272 and the Scottish Rite. He was an avid surf fisherman and enjoyed golf. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2009, with a Masonic memorial service at 7 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday. Interment, with Masonic rites, will follow in Washington Memorial Park, Sandston. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Ste. 100, Richmond, Va. 23226

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Ylonen, Charles S. "Chuck"

 

 

YLONEN, Charles S. "Chuck," 80, of Hartfield, Va., and formerly of Providence Forge, president and owner of Chuck's Supermarkets, passed away April 6, 2009. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Pearl G. Ylonen; and his daughter, Susan Ylonen Taylor. He is survived by his wife, Jean King Ylonen; three daughters, Karen Brannan and her husband, Jack Brannan, Kathryn Barnes and her husband, Dr. William Barnes, and Janet Fitrer and her husband, Dr. Harold Fitrer; also seven grandchildren, John, Amy, Adrienne, Matthew, Kathryn, Laura and Michael. Mr. Ylonen was co-founder of the YMCA in Sandston and Hartfield, co-founder of the Henrico Fire and Rescue Squad, co-founder of the Colonial Bank, now known as Citizens and Farmers Bank. He was a member and past district governor of Rotary International, member of the board of Richfood, past president of the Virginia Food Dealers Association and director of the National Grocers Association and a member of the Lower United Methodist Church, Hartfield, Va. He was also a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, serving as a demolitions expert and a member of the Sandston Lodge #216 AF&AM. Chuck was a true believer in striving to help his community and fellow man. Funeral services will be held Wednesday (today) at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Rd., 10 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Lower United Methodist Church or the Hartfield YMCA.

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Lommis "Dennis" Pounds

 

Our prayers have been answered. Dennis passed away peacefully in his sleep some time before 1:00 AM today (Monday). Thanks to all of you for your expressions of care, concern, love, support and prayers.

A celebration of Dennis’ life is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Sunday March 22, 2009 at
Gethsemane Church of Christ
5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike
Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Then family requests that instead of sending flowers, donations be made in Dennis' name to the

Virginia Wounded Warrior Fund at www.dvs.virginia.gov/woundedwarrior  or call 804-371-4675.

A private family funeral at a military cemetery is being planned according to Dennis' wishes.
 

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Eugene "Gene" A. Collins

 

COLLINS, Eugene A. "Gene", 84, of Sandston, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Verla; brothers, Jimmy and Stuart; and sisters, Mildred and Frances. He is survived by three children, Linda Krupp and husband, Bill, of Raleigh, N.C., Larry of Sandston, Susan Lewis and husband, Rick, of Mechanicsville; four grandchildren, Jennifer Revoir and husband, Michael, of Wake Forest, N.C., Emily Korb of Mechanicsville, Danielle Lewis and Rick Lewis Jr., both of Glen Allen; two great-grandsons, Matthew and Jonathan Revoir of Wake Forest; sister, Margaret Crowder of Richmond; and sister-in-law, Fay B. Collin of Richmond. He was an Army Air Force veteran of World War II. He was a retired Carpenter's Apprentice Coordinator for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 388, where he was recognized for his 23 years of distinguished leadership and service. He was a longtime member of Corinth United Methodist Church, where he shared his carpentry and woodworking gifts. He was also active in the Joy Club and was treasurer of the Christian Fellowship Sunday School class. He was a member of Sandston Masonic Lodge #216 and Virginia Lodge #177 in Claremont. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Laburnum Chapel, where a Masonic service will be held at 6 p.m. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, 2009 at Corinth United Methodist Church. Burial will immediately follow at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston, Va. A special thanks to Della Miller and Diane Ward for their loving care, Dr. Donald Wade, Breck Hall and Pam Miller of Virginia Cancer Institute. Memorial donations may be made to Corinth United Methodist Church, 23 W. Williamsburg Rd., Sandston, Va. 23150.

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 Brother Carl B. Brown Jr.

 

BROWN, Carl B. Jr., 77, of Newnan, Ga., formerly of Richmond, passed away on November 5, 2008 after a battle with cancer. Carl was born in Blackstone, Va., on October 10, 1931, the son of Ida Mae and Carl B. Brown Sr. He served four years in the U.S. Navy, then retired from the U.S. Air Force where he served in the Air Commandos. Later, he retired from Verizon as a Power Engineer. Carl was a member of the Sandston Masonic Lodge AF&AM # 216 and a member of the Shriners, where he served as Past Chief of the ACCA Provost Guard. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Newnan, Ga. He is survived by his wife, Betty Brown; son, Carl B. Brown III and his wife, Bonnie; daughter, Carla Jean Brown; sisters, Delores Rolfe and Betty Hartley; grandsons, Carl B. Brown IV, Keith Brown and his wife, Heather; great granddaughter, Keara Brown; stepdaughters, Stephanie Courson (Lee), Belinda Yarbrough (Mike), Felicia Atnip (Robby), and Teresa Norris (David). The family will receive visitors at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, on Saturday, November 8, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m., where services will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2008 at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery in Blackstone, Va. Please reassemble at the grave. A memorial service will be held in Newnan, Ga., at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Carl's memory to Children's Hospital Foundation, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Va. 23220.

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Catherine L. Throckmorton

THROCKMORTON, Catherine L., of Sandston, Va., passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, George "Buddy" M. Throckmorton. She is further survived by her three children and their families: daughter, Sheila Kagalis and husband, Luis Kagalis; son, George M. Throckmorton Jr. and wife, Carol Throckmorton; daughter, Karen Hill Zekert and husband, Bart Zekert. Catherine lovingly cherished her four grandchildren, Casie Kagalis, Lindsay Kagalis, Lauren Hill and Allison Throckmorton. Catherine leaves behind one sister, Edith Simbles, residing in Texas; and one brother, Howard Lacks, residing in South Boston, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Lacks of South Boston; one sister and three brothers. A retiree of Dominion Virginia Power, Catherine devoted her time to the Eastern Star, where she served as Worthy Matron to the Naomi Chapter in Highland Springs, Va. She enjoyed her spiritual growth as a member of Sandston Baptist Church and received great pleasure in spending time with her family and friends. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2008 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, with an Eastern Star service at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, October 25, at Sandston Baptist Church, 100 W. Williamsburg Road, Sandston. Entombment will follow in Washington Memorial Park, Sandston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bon Secours Cancer Institute or Sandston Baptist Church.

 

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Alton Norman Adams

ADAMS, Alton N., 72, of Sandston, passed away suddenly Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry William and Bertha Adams. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Ann Adams; children, Thomas Lee Adams (Jennifer), Sharon L. Griffith (Richard) and Gary Adams (Lyz); brother, Frederick Wayne Adams (Angela); sister, Lynda D. Cooke (George); six grandchildren, Chad, Andrew, Katerina, Angelica, Nicholas and Lucas; mother-in-law, Mary Anna Kurdziel; numerous loving nieces and nephews. Mr. Adams was a veteran of the Virginia Army National Guard. He was self-employed and owned a small construction business. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Sandston. He was very active with the Masons, was twice Master of Babcock Masonic Lodge and once Master of Sandston Masonic Lodge. He held numerous high Masonic titles, was a member of the Scottish Rite and York Rite, was a Worthy Patron of the Eastern Star, and was a member of the Shriners. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 29, 2008, with a Masonic service at 6 p.m., at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Claude Lee Evans officiating. Interment Washington Memorial Park with reception immediately following at Antioch Baptist Church.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Masonic Service organizations dealing with children’s welfare.

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