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Iris Holland First CHESAPEAKE - Iris Holland First went peacefully to her heavenly home Oct. 2, 2008, at 10:06 p.m. A memorial service to honor and celebrate her life will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday by Chaplain Deb Jenkins of Bon Secours Hospice at Loving Funeral Home.

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

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 11, 2008.

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Sharon McCormick

October 13, 2008

Susan, you have our most heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your mom. Even though years and circumstances seperated us, through our Aunt Grace I was able to stay connected. I have never forgotten you. She has my number if you need it.

Keren Pernini

October 8, 2008

Iris was a wonderful, brave lady. It was a pleasure to know her.

Anthony Putney

October 6, 2008

I am so happy that I had a chance to know her, and I will not soon forget her!! God Bless!!

Sarah MONTAGUE

October 6, 2008

It was an honor and pleasure to have known Mrs. First, a sweet kind lady . God Bless . My deepest sympathy

Debbie Wynn

October 6, 2008

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

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