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William BRADDY Obituary
A native of Tarboro, N.C., he had been a longtime Peninsula resident. He retired from the Newport News Ship Building and Drydock after 37 years, as a supervisor in the X42 Pipe Department.
Preceding him in rest is his wife, Allene Audrey Braddy; father, Claude Braddy; mother, Lucy Clark Braddy; and grandson, Kyle A. Braddy.
Surviving members of his family include his sons, Danny Wayne Braddy Sr. of Yorktown, Kenneth Earl Braddy Sr. of Yorktown; daughter, JoAnn B. Armstrong and husband, Wally of Smithfield; five grandchildren, Danny Wayne Braddy Jr., Shawn Michael Braddy, Brittany Jean Tresnell, Kenneth Earl Braddy Jr., and Stacy Marie Armstrong; two great-grandchildren, Audrey Elisabeth Tresnell and Victoria Jean Tresnell; brothers, Claude Braddy Jr. and wife, Janice, and Bruce Ervin Braddy; sisters, Susie Braddy Dunn and husband, Burley, and Lucy Braddy Hale.
The family will receive friends, Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Parklawn – Wood Funeral Home. A life celebration service will be held Wednesday, September 8, at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Calvin Lee presiding. Interment will be in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of comfort with the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for William BRADDY
September 23, 2010
The previous message is from Denise Davis Evans, for some reason the name did not print out.
September 22, 2010
We were so sorry to hear that William Earl passed away. Our parents were best friends for years and they miss them both terribly. I know it has been a while since we have seen each other, but the memories of all our times spent together will forever be cherished. Please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers, and will continue to be.
September 13, 2010
We were saddened to hear of William Earl's passing. We have many fond memories of him and your mother and New Point Campground.
Diana Hinton, Justin Hinton & Amy Hinton Starnes
Belinda Kidd
September 9, 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.
Tom and Dawn Sweeney
September 8, 2010
Wally and JoAnn,
Very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very difficult time.
Charlie Gwaltney
September 8, 2010
Danny Wayne, Sad to hear about William Earl. It was a pleasure for me to know and work for him. When he retired it seemed that everytime I would go into the RAR there was something missing. It was William Earl. My prayers are with you.
John and Marcia Adams
September 8, 2010
Danny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We'll always remember the fun times we had on the porch at New Point Campground watching the races, playing cards, or just talking and having fun. What great memories of he a Allene. They are together now, and I know that makes him happy. God Bless you all and comfort you in your loss.
Ron Tyler
September 8, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Todd Ogle
September 8, 2010
Danny, I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad. William Earl was a good man with a great sense of humor. He leaves behind many good memories, I always enjoyed working for him at the shipyard.Me and my family will be praying for you in this difficult time.
Shirley Kahler
September 7, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kim Shields
September 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
diana marshall
September 6, 2010
william earl was a very giving person... and a friend to all...loved a joke and telling a joke...feeding everyone and fishing.....he was a very sweet man as was his wife a sweet loving person who will be missed...now they are together as it should be......
Kimberly Hudgins and Kenneth Diaz
September 6, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
AL Thomas
September 6, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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