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Lucille Forbes Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Lucille Forbes, age 91, went to meet her Lord on Thursday, July 27, 2017. She was born and raised in York County and moved to Newport News in her later years and was a member of Zion Prospect Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Alfred McKinley Forbes. Those left to cherish her memory are her six children, Napoleon Gough (Ruth) of Dillwyn, Alfred L. Forbes (Barbara Ann) of Kettering, MD, Gilda A. Banks (Charles) of Newport News, Luther B. Forbes (Joann) of Baltimore, MD, Loretta F. Donaldson of Newport News, and Vithenia Forbes of Colorado Springs, CO; one sister Virgie Evans of Yorktown; one brother Herbert E. Jackson of Newport News; and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice for their exceptional care and compassion. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 3, 2017 from 6-7 PM at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Friday, August 4, 2017 at 11:00 AM at Zion Prospect Baptist Church with burial following in the Hampton Memorial Gardens. Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandson.com.

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Published by Daily Press on Aug. 1, 2017.

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Myra Corbin

August 4, 2017

Loretta and Vi, I'm sorry to hear this sad news. Aunt Lucille was always smiling and welcoming to me when Peaches and I became friends 45 years ago. Loretta, I know there is sadness and relief in knowing that Mom is finally at peace. Rest Well Aunt Lucille...

Myra Corbin

Rosalie Bradford and Melody Byrd

August 4, 2017

God's strength to face this journey and His comfort for your sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Robert Dillard

August 3, 2017

May the Lord continue to bless you'll at this difficult time.

Robert Dillard

August 3, 2017

May the lord continue to bless you'll during this difficult time.

Mary Mccray

August 3, 2017

Hello am Mary I have know Ms Forbessince I we're a kid. She we're a good. I will tell my mom they she just pass we loved her. Ms. Forbes live in Hampton to on down St. We live in shell road. Am. Mother would to no . My mom name is claon. Knight. Live in. North coralina. I am. Sorry for y'all lostshe will be missed not for got. RIP

Vina West

August 3, 2017

Loretta and LaTise, my condolences on the loss of your Mother, and Grandmother. You all are in my thoughts, and prayers.

Deborah & James Wallace

August 1, 2017

My Dear Family,
May God provide each of one comfort during this difficult time.
We love you and keep you in our prayers.

Aunt Lucille, when thinking of you, I smile, and think, Honey, honey, honey...you kept your hand in God's hand, every step of the way, as you told me to do on many occasions; I know you are resting in paradise.
Rest In Peace Aunt Lucille
With Deepest Love

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3

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6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home - Newport News

210 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601

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4

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11:00 a.m.

Zion Prospect Baptist Church

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Hampton Memorial Gardens

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