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Beulah DAWSON Obituary
She loved cooking and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. "Granny" or "Nan Nan" as she was known in the family was a "true homemaker" and will be greatly missed by all.
Mrs. Dawson was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Graham; 2nd husband, William Dawson; her son, Scotty Graham; three sisters, Luarria Cagle, Ruby Braswell, and Loretta McGaha; and four brothers, Dezzy Hill, Hubert Hill, Carl Hill, and Ed Hill.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Donna Mitchell and husband, Gregg of Poquoson, and Sharon Holloway of Gloucester Point; special daughter-in-law, Karen Haney; three grandchildren, Christina Ward, Erin Holloway, and Ryan Holloway; four great-grandchildren, Braxton Graham, Hunter Ward, Lexi Forrest, and Jayden Forrest; five sisters, Wilma Ferguson, Martha Trantham, Dorothy Ledford, Leigh Esther Perry, and Betty Ann Hall; and special friend, Paul Griffith.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec., at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, and other times at Donna's home, 19 Belle Lane, Poquoson. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, in the funeral home chapel by the Rev. Milford C. Rollins. Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton.
Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com. Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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scott emerson
December 10, 2010
DONNA ,Iam so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother .may god bless you at this time of loss.you and your family are in my prayers
Dave & Del Deibel
December 10, 2010
Donna and Family,
We just found out about your Mother passing away.
We are sorry to hear that and will be praying for her and your family.
Maresa (Firth) Spangler
December 10, 2010
Dear Donna and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your moms passing. I remember her growing up as such a fun and kind woman. I know you will miss her. You are all in my prayers.
Carmen Hogge
December 10, 2010
Sharon,
One of the most difficult times in ones life is the loss of a Mother. I, too, know the pain that comes with this tremendous loss. Please know that you and your family have been lifted up in prayer. Draw your strength from God who will sustain you during this difficult time. I pray that you will feel his presence and comfort you. I know that you will always have special memories of a great Mom who will live in your heart
forever.
Robin Kay (Parks) Diemont
December 9, 2010
Dear Donna and Sharon,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mother will always be remembered for her beautiful smile. She and your dad made the cutest couple. I hope your heart will be filled with loving memories and you can find comfort in knowing others remember her so fondly and are thinking of you during your time of loss.
Steve and Elizabeth Dorsey Capps
December 9, 2010
Donna and Sharon, Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and the whole family during this difficult time. Remember we are here for you all. You have so many friends. Remember, MEMORIES ARE A GIFT FROM GOD THAT DEATH CANNOT DESTROY. Amen. Paul, I know you lost another partner and friend. God Bless you Paul to get through these difficult times. May God give you all comfort in your hearts. Love ya.
AMANDA CARMONY
December 9, 2010
TO THE GRAHAM FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ALLOF YALL ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS AT THIS TIME OF NEED PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YALL NEED ANYTHING WITH LUV ALWAYS
Greg Gilbert
December 9, 2010
Donna and Gregg,
So sorry for your loss.You both are in my thoughts during this trying time. Rest assured knowing you have many friends and family to lean on to help you through these tough times.
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