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Thelma SARVIS Obituary
She was born on Sept. 11, 1930, in Horry County, S.C., and made her home in Newport News, Va. Thelma was the loving wife of John Henry Sarvis.
Thelma was a member of Six Mount Zion Baptist Church. She loved the Lord and later in life dedicated her life to Christ.
She was a hard working, family oriented woman. Thelma loved cooking, her family, and life itself. She always went out of her way to help those in need.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, John Kay Huggins, Nelson Huggins, Edward Huggins, Milton Huggins; four sisters, Senie Gardner, Sadie Legette, Frances Ann Green, and Emma Ford; son-in-law, Archie Stanley; grandsons, Andre' Huggins, Troy Bumpers, and Isaiah McLean, and great-grandsons, Prinze Murray and Gabriel D. Huggins.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory, one sister, Doris Huggins; three daughters, Deloris Ann Newby (Steve), Francis Catherine Stanley and Debra J. McLean; 14 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at noon Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home, 3009 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News, with Pastor Julius Evans officiating. The family and friends will assemble by 11:15 a.m. Saturday, at 1199 Tyler Avenue, Newport News. Viewing will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Arrangements are entrusted to O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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TESS HUGGINS
February 11, 2010
THANK YOU ALL.......
WE THE FAMILY OF THE LATE MS.THELMA SARVIS WOUKD LIKE TO THANK EVERY AND ANYONE WHO HELPED US THROUGH OUR GRIEVING PERIOD.GRANDMA WAS A VERY SPECIAL LADY WHO WE WERE BLESS TO BE A PART OF HER GREAT LIFE, SHE WILL NEVER BE REPLACED, IN MEMORY OF GRANDMA GOD BLESS THE WORLD....
THE HUGGINS FAMILY
Sam & Ann Reynolds
January 17, 2010
Drena, I would like to express our sincere sympathy and condolences to you, Lois Ann, Aunt Frances, Debie, and the rest of the family for the lost of a dear love one. Ms Thelma was truly one of the neighborhood mom's who help me through some tough times when growing up in Newport News. She will be missed but always remembered.
Donna Banks
January 14, 2010
Ijust want your family too know that your Mom will be very much missed.
Maureen Jackson
January 14, 2010
To the family
My heart was saddened to see that Ms. Thelma has passed. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. I can remember the Good ol Days in the Vista. When she would call the kids in house. She was a very sweet and gentle loving grandmother to all whom met her. Always greeting you (hey baby)with a smile.
Annette
January 14, 2010
Frances and Lois Ann, You know that if you need me for anything, just let me know. I'll never forget how you were there for me, and Drina too. Your mother was very special to alot of people, she will be sorely missed. When it's quiet and the night is still, you can call on the Lord, He'll be there every step of the way. The bond the Father put between mother and child was a gift uncomparable to anything in life. I know it hurt's worst than anything you have ever been through, I"ve been there. I can tell you that it does get better with prayer, fond memories, and friends. Know that I love you and I'm here for you. Love ya,
Annette
January 14, 2010
Words can not began to explain the feelings I have for Ms. Thelma. She has always been there for me as well as my children. My heart ache's today because I should have visited her more, done more for her. She never required much of anyone, just respect and the caring for your families. You had better take care of them babie's or you would hear about it. Now she sitting in a house not build by hands enjoying the promises of Our Lord. No more hurt, nor pain. Rest Ms. Thelma, you have earned your crown.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
January 14, 2010
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