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Gloria S. Deans PORTSMOUTH - Gloria Stowe Deans went to be with her Lord Aug. 11, 2010. She was surrounded by her loving family at her home. Gloria is survived by her husband of 58 years, Richard J. Deans; daughter, Linda Dail and husband Richard; son, David L. Deans and wife Diane; her grandchildren, Jonathan Dail and wife Megan, Danna Deans and Deven Deans; and great-grandson, Jansen Dail. Gloria was predeceased by her parents, Charles Orville and Marie Miller Stowe; a brother, William Stowe; and a sister, Betty Jean Carson. She was a member of Park View Baptist Church for more than 50 years. She celebrated her faith by participating in the church choir, nursery and kitchen committee. She was known for her friendships, beautiful flower gardens, crabcakes, and special love of family. A celebration of life will be held Monday, Aug. 16, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Park View Baptist Church with the Rev. Aaron Brittain presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Park View Baptist Church or the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. www.SturtevantFuneral Home.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 15, 2010.

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Mrs. Deborah Brown

September 13, 2010

Mr. Deans,
I'm glad to have had the pleasure to meet Mrs. Deans. She was a lovely and beautiful lady. You had a beautiful life together and lots of love. May God give you strength to carry on and I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you and your family.

burnie white

August 17, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Cindy Matthews

August 17, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about Gloria. I have so many fond memories of her growing up. Love, Frank and Cindy Matthews

Natalie Ahlgrim

August 16, 2010

What a sweet woman from the most wonderful family! She was in so much pain and now she is with her Lord feeling fine. She will be greatly missed, but memories of her will always bring smiles!

Lisa Walker

August 14, 2010

Our family treasured our friendship with Mrs. Deans. What a remarkable lady. She will be greatly missed! Lisa and John Walker

cindy edwards

August 13, 2010

Deep regrets that I am unable to be with each of you. Love you dearly and will embrace each one in my heart during this sad time with the loss of our dear Gloria. Love to you. Cindy Babb Edwards

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