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Prior to receiving his final orders, he had retired honorably after 24 and a half years from the United States Army as a SFC at Fort Eustis, Va., where he taught helicopter flight and maintenance. He had seen combat twice in Korea and had three tours in Vietnam, where he was rewarded with the Bronze Star, Silver Star, Purple Heart, and the Meritorious Service Award with Clusters. He worked briefly at the Newport News Shipyard as a Nuclear Inspector. He then worked for Bell Grumman Company in Isfahan, Iran, and when the Iran president was overthrown in civil war, he worked in Saudi Arabia. He returned to Virginia where he worked for Naval Air Rework Facility at the Norfolk Naval Base until retirement.
As a faithful member of First Baptist Church Denbigh, baptized by the Rev. Herbert A. Hill, he became a Deacon there being selected by the Rev. Herbert A. Hill. He was also a faithful member of the Adult Sunday School class, Prison Ministry, and the Bread Ministry, until his illness prevented his service.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 57 years, Lula H. Prince; son, Thomas E. Prince III (Adrienne) of Gloucester, Va.; daughter, Ella Denise Prince-Hinton (Lorenzo) of Chesapeake, Va.; son, James Eric Prince of Newport News, Va.; brother, Bobby D. Prince (Theresa) of Freeport, Texas; brother, Fred Bailey Prince of Gastonia, N.C.; sister-in-law, Elma Jean Holmes-Glaze (Herman) of Smiths Station, Ala.; 12 grandchildren, four nieces, a host of cousins, friends, and co-workers.
A celebration of life service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010, at First Baptist Church Denbigh, the Rev. Ivan Harris, pastor. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Tuesday. O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the Prince Family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas PRINCE
Sherry Taliaferro Pete
October 9, 2010
Mrs. Prince and family, my condolences to you on the passing of your husband and father. May God comfort you and surround you with the warm embrace of His love. Peace and Blessings to you.
Ernest Shaw
September 28, 2010
We are saddened to hear of your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Tommy and My mother are first cousins.
Brenda Williams
September 28, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rev H. Horatio Wallace
September 28, 2010
Sis Prince and Family,
My prayers are with you during this time of earthly loss of your loved one. We know and trust that God will give you strentgh and keep you as unto himself during this time. May the Peace of God comfort you now and forever.
September 28, 2010
A life well lived and job well done. Awaiting those words from our God. Deacon Prince and his wife have been a God sent to me and my family. He was a Gift placed into our lives. Mrs. Prince you are well loved, more than you will ever know.I want to say to you that you will always be loved by me and my girls. Even your children have blessed our lives. I will be their as always and thank God that you are my friend, mother and spiritual advisor. You have always stood for truth. God bless you and grant you strength to carry on. All our love. Teresa, Shelly, Dana and MeMe.
Eva Brunson-Young
September 27, 2010
Mrs. Prince and family. I was saddened by the news of your husands passing When I think about the most precious care given him by you and family I can say you fought a good fight, you kept the faith. Now the reward above all awards is the crown of life Given by our Saviour who was ,will be, and is soon to come. Mrs. Eva Brunson-Young @famiy
william davis
September 27, 2010
I DID NOT SERVE WITH Mr. Prince on active duty~ I met him when we work at the Norfolk Naval Air Rework Faclitily in Norfolk, Va. He was my Assistance Driver for our HRTA Van~ FIRST of ALL HE WAS A Gentleman who love his WIFE and CHILDREN and you saw it in his eyes when he talk about them. He was a TURE FRIEND and I will miss him~~~
September 27, 2010
May the same God who has welcomed your loved one home, keep you in His care through this difficult time. Robert&Phyllis Archie Newport News VA
Blanche Roberts
September 27, 2010
Sister Prince you have my deepest sympathy may God continue to strengthen you lean on him for he is our strength. love you Blanche Roberts
September 27, 2010
Our deepest condolenses during this difficult time. Please know warm thougths of support and caring are with you now, and in days to come. Deacon and Deacones James & Jean E. Wynn(Yorktown, Va.)
Dorothy Sterling
September 27, 2010
May the knowledge that your loved one is with the Lord bring you comfort in this difficult times.
Deacon Harvey Braxton
September 27, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cecelia Cotton
September 26, 2010
I remember Deacon Prince would say during his morning Prayer of Intercession & after he said "Good Morning" to us at First Baptist Church Denbigh (& we muffled a halfway sleep ridden response); "I bet if you were on a football field, you'd yell louder than that...." Now that you've gone home to be with Jesus Deacon, I pray that you get to lead the Praise Team & Worship Team. That would truly be different & oh so special! Those of us who know the Father will see you later. God bless you "Prince Family." See you soon Momma Prince. Love Always! CeCi
Crystal Williams
September 26, 2010
Praying for your strength and encouragement always.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
September 26, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
September 25, 2010
Sister Prince and Family,
My family and I have you in our prayers. I know that God will comfort and keep you and hold you close as you go through the loss of our beloved Deacon. Much love to you --as you have been such a blessing to others.
Sylvia Mallicott
Newport News, Va
Shirley Brockett-Hughes
September 25, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
DAWN&AARON
September 24, 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.
DAWN & AARON
September 24, 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.
Julian & Myrtle Council
September 24, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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