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Rebecca Grant Obituary

Rebecca B. Grant NORFOLK - In loving memory of our mother and grandmother, Rebecca B. Grant, who passed away Nov. 18, 2009. She was born Feb. 16, 1932, to the late Vernie and Leolia Boone in South Hampton County, Virginia. She was a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church of South Hampton County. She leaves to cherish memory one daughter, Hellice Ricks; two sons, Randolph Grant and Gerald Grant; one sister and four brothers; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. in New Hope Church of God in Christ, 3232 Brest Ave., Norfolk. The interment will be at Piney Grove Cemetery. Corprew Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is in charge.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 22, 2009.

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Vernalise Landry

November 16, 2020

Always in my heart. I miss you truly grandma. Love Vern

Deborah Dickerson

November 24, 2009

Vern
We are sorry for your lost and we are praying for you and your family, may Gods blessing be with. Grandma is now your special angel, watching over you.
Love always your other grandma
Deborah

Deborah Dickerson

November 24, 2009

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.

Gloria Clark

November 24, 2009

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

Gewndolyn Parker

November 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Toni Ann Mazza

November 23, 2009

Rebbecca had a wonderful spirit of love and grace. I enjoyed learning how to paint with her at therapeutic recreation center. I will surely miss her. love to all her family and friends.

ELAINE VAUGHAN

November 22, 2009

Aunt Bec we loved you dearly, but GOD loved you best so he has taken you to be with him and our other beloved ones. Me (Elaine Beale Vaughan), one of your nieces and my children which are some of your great nieces and nephews all have and will miss you. May GOD continue to be with all the family forever and ever more........Always Elaine Vaughan and family.We love you all

vernalise landry

November 22, 2009

Grandma you will always be in our thoughts. I will always take you with me where ever I go.....Love Vern

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