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Zenabell Skinner Obituary

Mrs. Zenabell Skinner, a resident of Emporia Manor for a number of years, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014. She was born Nov. 4, 1926, to the late Edward and Maggie Jordan Branch in Dinwiddie County. Zenabell was the third oldest of 10 children.

She was educated in Dinwiddie County. Upon graduating from high school, Zenabell moved to Norfolk, where she spent most of her adult life.

Raised in a Christian home, she confessed Christ at an early age and joined the First Baptist Church in Jarratt. After moving to Norfolk, she joined the Shiloh Baptist Church.

Zenabell was actively employed in the food service industry. She was married to James Skinner, who preceded her in death.

She leaves to cherish her memories: four sisters, Evelyn Wyche (Ezell) of Jarratt, Alee McFarland of Newark, N.J., Annie Mae Peel of Chesapeake, and Lucy L. Baker (the Rev. Henry G.) Suffolk; one sister-in-law, Lottie O. Branch of Stony Creek; one uncle, the Rev. Clarence Merritt (Mary) of Hackensack, N.J.; and a host of nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 3, 2014, at the McKenney Chapel with the Rev. Dr. David L. Banks Sr., officiating. Burial will follow at the Woodlawn Memorial Park, Norfolk.

Public viewing will be held on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Services confided to the care of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, 804-863-4411.

Published by The Progress-Index from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2014.
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Auntie, My heart is sadden by your passing. I will cherish our days together. Love you always. Niece, Barbara

Barbara Wyche

February 1, 2014

Dear Aunt Zenabell,
I will miss you and your advice about life you shared with me as a young girl. And I thank you for your support during the loss of my father. I wish Ashley could dance for you one more time, as you enjoyed her tap dancing. You will be missed. God Bless.

Ann Cooley

January 31, 2014

Dear Aunt Zenabell,
We enjoyed talking with you on the phone frequently and singing happy birthday every November 4 , your birthday. Our hearts are sadden and we will miss you. You are in Heaven with God

Ann , Stan and Ashley

January 31, 2014

Auntie you will be missed.

John Branch

January 30, 2014

Auntie you will be truly missed. I will remember the smiles I put on your face, the laughter we had and gospel songs we sang. I Love You

Susan

January 30, 2014

To The Family, You're in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts. May your memories bring you comfort.

Wilburt & Hattie Bonner

January 30, 2014

AUNTIE, YOU WILL BE TRULEY MISS, I REMEMBER THE THINGS YOU DID FOR ME AS A LITTLE GIRL, HOW WELL, I DO, AND NOW I HOPE THAT OUR REMEMBERS IS WHAT I DID FOR YOU AS A BIG GIRL LOVE ALWAYS YOUR NIECE

THOMASINE TAYLOR

January 30, 2014

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