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Alonzo Etheridge Obituary

Alonzo Etheridge Jr. NORFOLK - Alonzo Etheridge Jr., 79, of the 700 block of Forbes St., passed away Jan. 5, 2011. He was born to the late Alonzo Sr. and Etheil. He is survived by two sons, Michael (Darlene) of Virginia Beach, Marvin (Sandra) of Portsmouth; one daughter, Clover Jackson (Thomas) of Philadelphia; five grandchildren; three great-grandsons; two brothers, William and Icellia Etheridge of Virginia Beach; three sisters, Golethia Woodhouse, Inez (Charles) Moody and Elizabeth (Robert) Ziegler, all of Virginia Beach; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, at New Hope Baptist Church, 395 Old Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, with burial in Roosevelt Memorial Park. A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday in Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., Norfolk. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 8, 2011.

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Sylvia Blizzard

January 10, 2011

To Michael, Darlene and Family,

We were sad to hear of the passing of your loved one. Althrough your hearts are heavy and it may hurt to whisper his name, continue to draw your strength from God. Always remember, as long as you have your memories, your father, will live on in your hearts. The Blizzard Family will continue to pray for you and your family during this difficult time.

Denise Williams

January 10, 2011

With heartfelt condolences for the Etheridge family at this time.

Vee Howell

January 8, 2011

May the Grace of God keep your family wrapped tight ly in his arms. Mr. Alonzo will be missed but it is great to know that his legacy will live on through wonderful memories.

January 8, 2011

It was a pleasure knowing Mr. Alonzo for so many years. I'm sorry for your loss. He was always so nice to us when we were visiting my aunt. Kevin Helm & Family (St. Louis, MO)

Lakeisha Rodgers

January 8, 2011

Mr.Alonzo was like a grandfather to me. He will greatly be missed. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers.May you rest in peace Mr.Alonzo. Lakeisha Rodgers

Lakeisha Rodgers

January 8, 2011

Mr. Alonzo was like a grandfather to me and he will greatly be missed. I will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers. May you rest in peace Mr. Alonzo. Lakeisha Rodgers

Theresa Melvin

January 8, 2011

It was with a great sense of loss that I learned of your father's transition. While there is nothing I can say that will ease your loss, I wanted you to know that "Mr. Alonzo" was one of a kind and I am blessed to have known him. Keith and I looked forward to seeing him whenever we came to Norfolk for a visit. "Mr. Alonzo" was a true gentleman - kind, warm-hearted, witty, and a skillful card player. His distinctive laugh still resonates with me. I hope that the passage of time will help ease your sadness and leave you with many happy memories. In the meantime, may the love of family and friends sustain you at this most difficult time.

Travis Melvin

January 8, 2011

It has been a great pleasure knowing Mr. Alonzo all these years..He brought a lot of jokes, laughs and fun whenever he entered the room with his distinctive laugh. No card game will ever be the same. I will miss him tremendously and he will never ever be forgotten. Love you Mr. Alonzo and may you rest in peace. Travis Melvin

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