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John Russell Royal Jr.

John Royal Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - John Russell Royal Jr., 64, departed this life Saturday, July 1, 2006. He was the son of John Russell Royal Sr. and the late Lottie Hughes Royal. Other than his mother, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Delores Gilliam Royal, and a brother Jimmie Royal. He leaves to cherish his memories, a son, John Russell Royal III; three daughters, Lisa Royal, Rolanda Atkinson and Uhurua Gillespie; three brothers, David Royal Sr., William Royal Sr. and Thomas Royal Sr.; two sisters, Mary Chapman and Shirley Thomas; nine grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held noon Saturday, July 8, at First Baptist Church Morrison, 12720 Patrick Henry Drive, Newport News. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. The family will assemble at 51 Chipley Drive, Newport News, by 11 a.m. on Saturday. The Royal family is receiving services of comfort from Nicholson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. (757) 728-0122.

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Published by Daily Press from Jul. 3 to Jul. 7, 2006.

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Richard Porter and Family

July 18, 2006

It was with great remorse and sadness upon learning of Russ's passing. We the Porter Family extend our prayers and condolences to the family. We were neighbors for almost thirty years and yet it almost seems like yesterday i was just hearing him and my father fussing like married people about what project they were going to work on next. May God Bless and Keep You All.

Perry & Louisa Coons

July 7, 2006

I had the privilege of working with John at Newmarket North Mall from 1979 through 1982. It was an even bigger honor to know him as my friend. We all enjoyed his laughter, his work ethic and his desire to do for other people.

My wife Louisa and I know that our Lord has welcomed him home. I can picture John's big smile now.

May his family find comfort in God's love.

happy trails, John Russell Royal.

Dianne & Katrina Holmes

July 7, 2006

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts go out to your family during this time. Dianne & Katrina Holmes

Carolyn Hudgins

July 7, 2006

I am granddaughter to the late Solomon and Pearl Hudgins. We are a strong and proud family who should cherish each and every day that the Lord has given us. Our family is getting smaller and smaller as time goes on. My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Lean on the Lord for He will ease our pain and make a way somehow.

Curtis & Gladys Clarke

July 7, 2006

We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May God continue to bless you.

janet newell

July 6, 2006

our deepest sympathy for your family keep your head up and spirt our prayers with your family from janet,kim,krysatl and stacy

Whitney Streker

July 6, 2006

I worked with John at the tennis shop for many years. I always enjoyed talking to him and I know he will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

JANET NEWELL-BARNES

July 6, 2006

I HAVE KNOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR OVER 50YEARS WE GO BACK TO NEWSOME PARK DAYS RUSS ALWAYS HAD A SMILE FOR YOU AND A WORD HE ALWAYS SAY JANET BEA GO AHEAD NOW LOIS AND RUSS DANCING WE THE LORD

Alexander & Vernice Hudgins

July 6, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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