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Elva Holbrook Obituary

Elva Holbrook CHESAPEAKE - Elva (Dee) Holbrook passed away peacefully Feb. 25, 2010 at Cherry Brook Health Care Center in Canton, Conn. Born in Aroostook, New Brunswick, Canada, Aug. 28, 1930, Elva was predeceased by her parents, Lawrence and Marguerite Dee, as well as brothers Lawrence "Junior" and Richard. Elva graduated from Aroostook High School in 1948. She continued her education in Edmundston, Neb., and graduated with her R.N. in 1951. In Virginia, Elva was employed by Dr. Alfredo Soriano, M.D., and also volunteered at Chesapeake General Hospital. Elva leaves behind two daughters, Vicki in Connecticut, Valerie in Virginia; a son Brian in California; four grandchildren; as well as three brothers, one sister and a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Monday, April 19 at Hickory United Methodist Church, Chesapeake at 11 a.m.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 16, 2010.

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Vicki Holbrook

April 20, 2010

Thank you so much to everyone who came to our mom's memorial service on Monday at Hickory United Methodist Church. The event was truly lovely!

Vicki, Valerie (Hamer) and Brian Holbrook

Susan Harrell

April 16, 2010

My sympathy goes out to the family, Mrs. Holbrook was a very nice lady and a very capable nurse with Dr. Soriano. As a friend of Valerie's , I kind of grew up in my teenage years around her. She was very caring, and a dedicated mom and professional. God bless the family.
Sincerely

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