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Bernice MATTHEWS Obituary
She was a native of Hampton and a lifelong resident of the Peninsula. Bernice was employed with Montgomery Ward and retired after 13 years of service. She was a charter member of Wythe Presbyterian Church and served as its secretary, Sunday School teacher, and choir member.
Bernice is preceded in death by her parents and a sister.
She is survived by her husband, Frederick R. Matthews; son, Matt Matthews; daughters, Cheryl Howell and husband, Ray, Meg Holloman and husband, Michael, and Kathy Holloman and husband, Howard; a sister, Frances Wolf; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration of Bernice's life will be held Friday, Sept. 10, at 2:30 p.m. at Wythe Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. David Van Dyke officiating. Interment will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made to Wythe Presbyterian Church, 151 Robinson Road, Hampton, VA 23661.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of comfort with the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bernice MATTHEWS
Glenda Dryden
September 16, 2010
Meg,
I just heard about your mother. I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of her. I will be praying for your family.
Patsy Ward
September 15, 2010
Meg,
Although we spoke briefly last week when you told me of the loss of your mother, I have kept your family in my prayers, asking that everyone is comforted. I have also reflected on the times I met your parents while out to lunch and her smile was always genuine and sincere and they have always made me feel welcomed. I am a firm believer that people come into our lives for a reason. May she rest peacefully.
September 14, 2010
Fred & Francis, & family,
I just happened on this today...I am ever so sorry to hear it. Bernice was a joy to be around, and a true follower of our Lord Jesus. I know Heaven's choir is rejoicing for her entry there. She always showed love to others, and she will be greatly missed. WPC will never be the same without her.....Love In Him, Susan Miller Fike, Hot Springs, VA
Marie Watkins Hamann
September 11, 2010
Meg and Matt,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing....please know that you, your Dad, and the rest of your family will be in my prayers....
Cindy and Scott Matthews
September 11, 2010
Fred and family,
Cindy and I send our deepest sympathy.
Pat & Ben Shrader
September 10, 2010
So sorry about Bernice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Please thank Meg for letting us know about Bernice's passing. Stay in touch. Wish we could be there.
September 10, 2010
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Dottie Lou, HL and family
Relma Griffin
September 10, 2010
Meg and Kathy,
Relma and I were sorry to learn of Bernices passing. You both are in our prayers.
Relma Griffin
September 10, 2010
We are sorry to learn of Bernice passing. You'all are in our prayers and thoughts.
September 9, 2010
Matt,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I will miss seeing her with your dad at the Poquoson Deli...my mom & I would see them there having lunch. My prayers are with you & your family. Belinda Ferguson Ramsey
Pastors Don and Kathy Marsh
September 9, 2010
Condolences from your friends at Victory Christian Center, Poquoson.
Pastors Don and Kathy Marsh
and the church family
Nina Tappan
September 9, 2010
Meg,
I'm sorry to hear about the lose of your Mother. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family at this time.
William (Bill Reed) Freeman
September 9, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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