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Luther E. Ives Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Luther Earl Ives Sr., 85, passed away Nov. 11, 2010. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 61 years, Helen; and his two children, Karen and Earl and his wife Linda; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; a sister, Mary Evelyn Johnson of Maryland; and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was a World War II veteran and retired from the Naval Supply Center after 33 years. He was a longtime member of London Bridge Baptist Church. He served as a deacon, usher, Sunday school teacher, and church treasurer. A celebration of life will be held at noon Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at London Bridge Baptist Church, 2460 Potters Road, Virginia Beach. Donations in his honor may be made to the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad or the charity of one's choice. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 14, 2010.

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Marge Savino

November 16, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to you Helen, your family, and friends at this time. Luther will be dearly missed.

November 16, 2010

May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you. Roger and Sylvia Handy

Dan Cooke

November 15, 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.

November 15, 2010

Dear "Cheeky", I will miss you and so will Mom and Dad. Love you! Sandi Hale Blankenship

Diana & Steven Rossi

November 14, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 14, 2010

To the Ives Family from the Allen Family - Our hearts go out to you in your time of loss along with our prayers!

The one time that I met your Father Karen I knew right away what a kind and special person he was! I know that you will miss him greatly and I am just so very sorry for your loss...Michelle Allen

Take care and may God be with you and look over you and your Family through this time.

Edward, Lynn & Michelle Allen

melissa groome

November 14, 2010

You always had a smile on your face no matter what you were a great sunday school teacher to me when i was little and loved joking with my grandfather (Ray Groome) we will all miss you.. Tell my grandfather Hi when you see him

Jeanne Kain

November 12, 2010

My dear uncle Bud was always an inspiration to me because of his mild manner and loving ways. He showed his love for God through his loyalty to church, family, and friends. He was a great brother to my Dad who shared lots of time together at church functions, crafts, home repairs, etc. He took care of my Mother after my Dad passed. He loved his children, Earl and Karen dearly and you could see the pride in his eyes and face whenever he talked about them. He loved all of his grandchildren and would pull out the recent photos of them whenever I visited. I never heard uncle Bud say an unkind word about anyone. He would give you the shirt off his back. When he showed up at our house with Helen's famous corn pudding, we attacked him. He was funny, shy, and delightful. I was fortunate enough to spend quality time in prayer, conversation. or silence with him while he was in the hospital. I know he is in heaven with my Mom and Dad as well as his parents and brothers and sisters who have gone on ahead as well. I know they are having a grand old time. God Bless You Dear Uncle Bud and thanks for all you have done for me. I will never forget you, so keep the gate open for me...love, Jeanne

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