Search by Name

Search by Name

Cathy Shao Obituary

Cathy Marie Shao PORTSMOUTH - Cathy Marie Shao, 43, passed away Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. A native of Portsmouth, Cathy was the widow of Gordon Shao. She is survived by her parents, Robert and Dorothy Toombs; a son, Timothy A. Shao; a sister and three brothers. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Forest Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Larry Redd officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 21, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Cathy Shao

Not sure what to say?





daniel keller

November 29, 2010

she was like a second mother to me.. she was just as happy as she could be.. now that she is gone i dont know what to do wit myself... r.i.p. may god be wit u as well as in my prayers for the people that u have left behind,,

Kay Caldwell

November 24, 2010

R.I.P. Cathy, may God bless you and your family. You will be missed!!!

Nadine Conery

November 23, 2010

It had been a few months since I heard from Cathy, and I was stunned to hear of her passing. God Bless her and her family, especially Timmothy. Rest in peace my friend.

Sandra Kahlert Borte

November 23, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Keisha Winborne

November 23, 2010

I dont even know where to begin, me n Cathy use to work together at Foodlion.
She was a cool laid back person,n she was my stickgurl..Y so soon...Keisha Winborne(Ches.va)

Jay Sadler

November 21, 2010

GOD BLESS HER SOUL...RIP CATHY!!!

Kathy Johnson

November 21, 2010

Cathy was such a great mother, daughter, sister and friend!! She will be miss by all of us that knew her! R.I.P. my friend...I love you!!

Kathy Johnson

November 21, 2010

Cathy was such a great mother, daughter and friend! I will miss her dearly! R.I.P. my friend...I love you!

Tammy 2 Morgan

November 21, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results

Make a Donation
in Cathy Shao's name

Memorial Events
for Cathy Shao

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Cathy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Cathy Shao's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more