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James G. Upton Jr. SUFFOLK - James Gurney "Rocky" Upton Jr. died June 16, 2009, at the age of 54. He was the son of the late Elnora C. and James Gurney Upton. He is survived by a son, Joshua Marino; sister, Shirley Upton of Suffolk; and brother, Lawrence Upton Sr. of Suffolk. A graveside services will be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. in the Holly Lawn Cemetery by Dr. David Blevins. R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory, 509 W. Washington St., Suffolk, is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 18, 2009.

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Ann Herring

June 25, 2009

Larry, I'm so sorry to hear of Rocky's passing. I just found out this morning(6/25/09). Please call me if you need anything. Love you,Ann Herring(Taylor)

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