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Linda LOFLAND Obituary

HAMPTON - Linda Bowie Lofland departed this life on Sept. 9, 2010. She was born to Emma and Elijah Branch on April 30, 1948, in Roanoke Rapids, N.C.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Annie Royster; and brother, Waverly Branch.
Linda leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Severn Lofland; four daughters, Michelle Branch, Sherri Branch, Tamika Freeman and Christina O'Hara; one son, Kurt Branch; five grandchildren, Tamika, Marcus, Kenneth, Jaden and Deanna; six sisters, Brenda Horne of Columbia, Ga., Ella and Shirley Purnell, both of Roanoke Rapids, Gloria Walker, Cecilia Townsend, both of Newport News, Regina Branch-Austin of Hampton, Va.; two brothers, Maryland Branch of Newport News, James Branch of Baltimore, Md.; numerous nieces, nephews and special friends. She loved you ALL.
Services will be private.
Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Sep. 12 to Sep. 13, 2010.

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DENISE GRIFFIN-REID

November 7, 2020

Ms. Linda was our biggest supporter when we had our dance Sorority "Sweet Conceit ".She took us to all of events, and help pay for our uniforms but most of all she loved and encouraged us to be our very best. I loved her as if she was my own mother. She is truly missed.

DENISE GRIFFIN-REID

September 23, 2010

SHERRI,NICHELLE,TINA,MEEKA & KURT I JUST LEARNED TODAY YOUR MOTHER PASSED AWAY,SHE WAS VERY DEAR TO ME AND MY HEART AND WILL BE MISSED YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I LOVE YOU ALL.
LOVE ,
DENISE GRIFFIN-REID
PLEASE CALL ME 713-2046

September 14, 2010

HEY MOM ITS TIME 2 SAY GOODBYE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND I AM TRYING 2 B STRONG PLEASE GIVE ME THE STRENGHT YOU ALWAYS HAD LOVE YOU

LaWanda Shepherd

September 14, 2010

To Tamika and Family,

May you find strength in God's promise to never put more on us than we can bare. Please know that my family will keep you and your family in our prayers and if there is anything we can do for you, please feel free to let me know. Be blessed.

Corinthia. "Nudie" Robinson

September 14, 2010

Sharon and Family,
Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I know that you,(Sharon)love your aunt very much and she loved you also. But just remember God loved her the best, may she rest in peace. I pray that the family will find comfort knowing she is resting with her maker. Stay strong and blessing to you all.

Corinthia "Nudie" Robinson

September 14, 2010

To Sharon and Family,
Heartfelt sympathy to you and family.I know that you(Sharon), love your aunt very much and she loved you also. But just remember God loved her the best, may she rest in peace. I pray that the family will find comfort knowing she resting with her maker. Stay strong and blessing to you all.

Emma L. chisman

September 14, 2010

may you have hope in your heart to light your way,and the lords brightest blessings to comfort you each day.with Prayers and sympathy

helen blain

September 14, 2010

Our prayer go out to the family of Linda she will be sadly missed. American Legion Auxiliary unit 1997. 1st Vice Helen Blain

Pamala Alston American Legion Aux. Unit67

September 13, 2010

To the Family,
I was sadden to hear about the passing of Linda. She was a dear friend for 40 years. May you and your family find peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. LINDA WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

A great friend whom will be truely missed

Norma & Dennis Hill

September 13, 2010

Our prayers go out to Linda's family. She was a true friend who always made us smile. We will miss her so much.

Our prayers go out to all of Linda's family. She was a true friend who always made us smile. She will be missed so much!

Norma & Dennis Hill

September 13, 2010

Dianne Cox

September 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carolyn Peterson

September 13, 2010

To the entire Branch Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of one of my best friends. Linda and I worked together at Fort Eustis and remained personal friends for over 40 years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stacy & Rowena

September 13, 2010

Michelle,
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I know that you all loved Ms. Linda very much and she loved you all too. She will truly be missed! I pray that you all will find comfort in knowing that Jesus loved her best and that she is now resting in His arms. Stay strong and may each of you find comfort in the memories that you've shared over the years. God Bless you all.

September 13, 2010

Brenda, Regina and the entire family. I am so saddened to hear of Linda's passing. It has been such a long time since I've seen you; however, I bumped into Linda at the 7-11 store (not far from her house) we hugged, we hugged and we hugged. We've come a long way over the past 40 something years. Your family will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Joan Ivey-Freeman
Ft Knox, KY

September 13, 2010

To the Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I was saddened to hear of Linda's passing. Linda and I worked together years ago at Fort Eustis. She was a joy to be around. To the family I say, "When words aren't enough and when it's hard to understand why, just find strength in those who care. Matthew 5:4 tells us that "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Surround yourself with the joyful times and happy memories. God bless each of you and may you find peace and comfort.
Deloris (Jean) Robinson Parrott
Toano, VA

Sharon Hoover

September 12, 2010

Tamika and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope you can find comfort in each other and in the memories of your beloved mother.

Jewel Anthony

September 12, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Brenda Palmer-Smith

September 12, 2010

May God comfort the family in your time of bereavement. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you, from the aunts and cousins in Williamsburg.

grace henderson

September 12, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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