Harold Webster

Harold S. Webster NORFOLK - Harold S. Webster, 81, went home to the Lord Jan. 4, 2011 from his residence, while in the presence of his loving family. He was born March 5, 1929 in Roanoke to the late Gertrude N. and John D. Webster. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 53 years, Joyce L. Webster of Norfolk; sons, Andrew Webster and wife Alison Webster and Larry Webster and wife Janet Webster; sisters, Barbara Howard, June Tatum and Vivian Byrd. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Jonathan Webster, Timothy Webster, Heather Hamilton, Caitlin Webster and Benjamin Webster and one great-grandson, Tristian McCourt. A Christian for many years, Harold was a member of Burrows Memorial Baptist Church. He had an unfailing sense of humor which he shared with those around him and a love of music and nature. Harold loved his family deeply and unconditionally and was in turn respect- ed and loved dearly by his family. He always had a helping hand and his family was always foremost in his thoughts. He took great pride in his grandchildren and loved playing with them and watching them learn and grow. Harold was a mechanic who, with two brothers Samuel and Daniel, operated Webster Brother's Service Station in Virginia Beach for 43 years until his retirement in 1998. Harold was also a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Korean War, until his honorable discharge in 1954. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11:30 a.m. at Burrows Memorial Baptist Church, 1539 Johnstons Road, Norfolk, VA 23518. There will be a visitation at the church for one hour prior to the service. You may pay your condolences at www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com.