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Melinda PEEPLES Obituary
She retired as a seamstress from the Hampton Veterans Administration in 1979.
In addition to her parents, five brothers and three sisters, she was preceded in death by her son, Bernard Thornton; granddaughter, Norvelete Renee Thornton; and former husband, Maurice Thornton.
Mrs. Peeples is survived by her daughters, Vernell Taylor and Marcia Snyder; four grandsons, Eric (Brenda) Patterson, Brian ( Wendy) Patterson, Terrence ( Sonya) Thornton and Edwin Thornton; 16 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Rosier (Ruby) Bethea; sisters, Marie Jackson and Bernice Howard.
Viewing will be held today from noon to 6 p.m. at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th St., NN, VA 23607. Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Terrie Matthews
October 19, 2010
To the family of Ms Melinda Peeples:
I was saddened by the news of the passing of your loved one. I pray that your memories will give you comfort. Always share the memories with each other to keep her alive in your heart. The lost of a mother, grandmother, or great grandmother is not easy, but know that the Lord who called her home will give you the comfort you will need now and in the days ahead. Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
With Sincere Regret,
Terrie Matthews
Albert Wright
October 15, 2010
Mrs Snyder,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Be comforted by the great memories that you have, though it might seem dark now. the son will soon rise again.
Beulah Davis, LSW, Riverside HOspice
October 15, 2010
I will always remember Mrs. Peeples. She was a fiesty lady. I was able to share with and comfort her the week before she passed as she talked about her family and life.
Vernell, you have done so much for your mother and you are to be commended. Marica, you were there also when times got rough.
Take comfort in knowing that Mom is at peace. You will experience the pain of loss, but God is your comforter.
Be encouraged and blessed.
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