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Esum ROLLINS Obituary
A native of Big Stone Gap, he was a resident of Newport News for 52 years.
Mr. Rollins was employed with Newport News Shipping & Dry Dock, Coats & Clark, and the City of Newport News and retired after 52 years of service. He served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War where he earned a Bronze Star. He was a member of the American Legion and attended Wise County Technical School.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Blanche and Terry Rollins; sister, Sally Rollins; and brother, Tommy Rollins.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife of 52 years, Jean C. Rollins; son, Glenn A. Rollins and his wife, Liz; daughters, Cathy R. Gould and her husband, Randy, and Joella R. Pettit and her husband, Rob; grandchildren, Christopher Rollins, Amanda Gould, Angela Gould, Kelly Gould, Nathanial Pettit, Heather Rollins, Courtney Rollins, and Kristen Rollins; and sister, Barbara Ann Galloway.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Glenn's life will be held Thursday, July 1, at 11 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made the American Lung Association, 5349 Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502.
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. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Esum ROLLINS
Terry Manns
August 26, 2010
I had the pleasue of working with Esum at Newport News Waterworks for about 5 years. What a guy he was : ) Just a lot of fun to be around. All of the guys in the shop loved and respected him because of his outgoing personality and his willingness to speak up if he thought something wasn't right. Even when he took some heat for it he stood his ground. When we were riding all over the peninsula he told stories about the time he spent in Ohio, the military, gardening, among other things. He loved his family and spoke fondly of his wife, children and grand children. He was a real friend : ) God bless.
Nathaniel Pettit
July 7, 2010
Grandpa,
You were a very nice man and thank you for everything you gave me. Thanks for being in the Army and fighting for us in Korea. I will truely miss you. Don't worry about Grandma, we will look after her for you.
Love Nathaniel
Patti & Wayne (Meador) Munn
July 5, 2010
Dear Claudette, Cathy, Joella and Glenn,
We were so sad to learn of Glenn's passing. Mom and Dad told me on Wednesday. I only remember seeing him a couple of times. I really enjoyed seeing the great pictures. Thanks so much for sharing them. We are praying that God will comfort you until you see Glenn again in heaven. Take care.
Amanda Gould
July 4, 2010
We love you grandpa! Your memory will never be forgotten. I know you are at peace now and we will see you again someday!
Amanda Gould
July 4, 2010
Love you Grandpa!! Your memory will never be forgotten. I am glad you are at peace and we will see you again someday!
Mark Rollins
July 1, 2010
Claudette, Jo, Glenn and Cathy
Although words can't really help to ease the loss, just know that you are in our thoughts. May the memories comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Mark Rollins and family
July 1, 2010
Claudette, Cathy, Joella and Glenn, I am so sorry to hear about your husband and daddys' passing. I have lots of childhood memories in the 60s' of the many playdays at your home. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Cindy (Martin) White, Jean Martin Taylors' daughter. I now reside in Marion, Arkansas. I left Hampton in 1976. I am so glad I had a sweet visit with Glen about 3 years ago.
Barbara Rose Keener
July 1, 2010
I love you Claudette!
Ron Michaud
July 1, 2010
Kristen,I was sorry to hear about your Grandfathers passing. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Valarie and Matt Blaes
June 29, 2010
Jo,
I am so sorry to have learned of the loss of your father. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marla and Abbey Puckett
June 29, 2010
Jo, know that you are in our thoughts at this time of sadness. Your memories will bring you peace and his presence will be around you at all times. With love,
Marla and Abbey Puckett
Sandra Williams Updike
June 29, 2010
I'm sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Jo Ella Pettit
June 29, 2010
I love you Daddy and will miss you more than words could ever express. I know that you are no longer in any pain and that is what I am holding onto right now to get me through this very difficult time. I promise you we will all take care of Mom so please don't worry about her. We are at peace knowing that you are in Heaven looking down on us. Until it's my time to go...I love you Daddy!!! JoElla
Barbara Rose Keener
June 29, 2010
Love you Uncle!
Mike Sneed
June 29, 2010
Glenn,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God bless you and give you strength and peace.
Angie Speight
June 29, 2010
Glenn sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Speight
June 29, 2010
Glenn, I am sorry to here about your father. I could tell by the way you spoke of him that you were close. Let me know if I can help in any way. Steve Speight
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