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Willis Folsom Obituary

HAMPTON - Willis Franklin Folsom, Jr., age 74, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2013. He was a native and lifelong resident of Hampton. In 1986, as a Mechanical Technician, he retired from Teledyne Hasting - Radist and in 2009 he retired from Jefferson Lab. He was a lifetime member of the Hampton Volunteer Fire Department. A funeral service, with Fire Department Honors, will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 16, 2013, in the Mausoleum Chapel of Parklawn Memorial Park. Interment will follow the service. Casual attire is requested. Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666.

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Published by Daily Press on Feb. 12, 2013.

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Frank Lyman

February 19, 2013

Sandy and I send our condolences to the family that Franklin loved so much and for whom he always did what he could and they for him. There was not much that he couldn't do and his concern was always to make things work and to help others. He was as good a man as I have ever known and I have known him since our early childhood together as first cousins. Time and distance have kept us apart for many years but when we have talked and seen each other, he has always been the same-gentle, smart, and capable. With good memories and sadness, Frank and Sandy Lyman

Lawrence Peters

February 19, 2013

Joan and Michelle,

I am sorry to hear of your Franks passing. I was out of town on business for a few days. I have fond memories of Frank being the "go to guy" when I need air for bike tires when I was growing up. Or seeing Frank coming flying around the corner and pulling into the driveway with that little White Datsun. You guys were good neighbors and I appreciate Franks friendship with my dad. I still live in the old home stead...with some renovations. Would love to hear from you sometime. Sorry I could not make the funeral. May God grant your family peace and rest in the days ahead.

February 16, 2013

Joan, Michelle, Mark and Alexys:

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers today and the days ahead. Please take comfort in your many memories and know that we are here if you need anything. We love you.

Lisa, Paul, Colby and Kelsey Owens

February 13, 2013

Joan, Michele, Mark and Alexys,
A joyful rememberance of a life well lived. We'll treasure the memories of chatting with Franklin every Saturday while he waited patiently for you.
Love,
Cheryl and Bruce

Betty & John Reid

February 12, 2013

Sincere Sympathy to Joan, Michelle, Mark & Alexys. We have many good memories of living across the street for 12 yrs. Frank will be missed.

February 12, 2013

I was so sorry to hear about your Dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Bill and Judy Champion

Dianne Kerr-Waltz

February 12, 2013

My thoughts are with your family.

February 12, 2013

The HHS Class of 56 will miss you and send our love to your family and other friends.

February 12, 2013

Joan - you and your family are in my thoughts. I am very sorry for your loss.
Patty M. Swan (Newport News, VA)

Laura Huff

February 12, 2013

Our Lord is a great comforter in times like these. I pray for you and your family at the loss of a husband, father, grandfater, friend, and firefighter.

Andre' Newman

February 12, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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