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Stephen Bragaw Privette

1924 - 2017

Stephen Bragaw Privette obituary, 1924-2017, Newport News, VA

BORN

1924

DIED

2017

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Peninsula Funeral Home & Crematory

11144 Warwick Boulevard

Newport News, Virginia

Stephen Privette Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Stephen Bragaw Privette, 92, of Newport News died peacefully at home on January 19, 2017. Steve was born on August 6, 1924 in Spring Hope, NC. He is a graduate of Fork Union Military Academy, the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School, and North Carolina State University. He served in the US Army from 1942-1944. Steve had a long and successful sales career, first with Duro-Test Corporation and later with Jefferson-Pilot Life Insurance Company for 36 years. He is well remembered for his genuine love and concern for all of his policyholders. Steve was an active member of First Baptist Church and later North Riverside Baptist Church. An avid sports fan, Steve had a particular affection for the St. Louis Cardinals and the NC State Wolfpack. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 51 years, Louise Straughan Privette; his parents, John Hancock Privette and Lottie Dare Allen Privette; his brother, John Beverly Privette (Barbara); and two sisters, Lucille Privette Hyde of Cary, NC and Connellia Privette Lancaster of Rocky Mount, NC. He is survived by his wife, Marie Privette; his daughters, Donna Privette of Columbia, SC and Carol Miles (Edward) of Newport News; and his son, Mark Privette of Newport News; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. An 11:00 AM funeral service will be held on Monday January 23, 2017 at North Riverside Baptist Church. The burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park. The family will return to the church social hall to receive friends and family for a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Personal Touch Home Health Services (Hospice), 733 Thimble Shoals Boulevard, Suite 150, Newport News, VA 23606 or North Riverside Baptist Church 311 Selden Road Newport News, VA 23603. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Daily Press on Jan. 22, 2017.

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Donald and Kathy Ann Collins

January 29, 2017

Our loving thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt sympathy to Mark and the family!

Tim Knight

January 24, 2017

Steve B! So handsome in that old photo, but, just like everyone who knew him, all of my recollections are of Steve B. SMILING! This was the most personable, happy, and friendly Dad around during my childhood. He was lighthearted and compassionate- always wanted to hear about others rather than talk about himself. His positive outlook was contagious. Everyone liked Steve B. And his son, Mark, is just like him, :) God Bless Steve B. When I see you in heaven, I know you will wrap an arm around my shoulder, grab my hand and then tell me all about it.

Sherri Snider

January 24, 2017

Even though I haven't seen Uncle Steve in years, I will always remember him, as he sold me my first car. May God surround his family and comfort them in the days and years ahead.
God Bless,
Cousin's Sherri and Skyler

Zack & Ellen Phillips

January 23, 2017

Dear Mark, Carol, and entire Privette family,

We will remember Steve for so many things but his happy-go-lucky way with his sweet smile as we'd meet at Church or at his Grandsons baseball games were the best. We are so very sorry for your loss. Steve touched so many in his life, we're pleased to call him friend. He loved talking sport with Zack.

God bless.

Mary Straughan Boney

January 22, 2017

Sending my deepest sympathy to all of you. We loved Uncle Steve; he was always our favorite. May you find comfort in the many great memories you shared. We love you Donna, Carol and Mark.

Jessica

January 22, 2017

Sharing in your sorrow during this time of deep loss. Please know that your family is in the thoughts and prayers of many others who share a similar grief. And may the hope found in the words of the scripture at John 6:40 bring you a measure of comfort in the days ahead.

January 22, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Steve will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Brown Weaver
Yorktown, VA

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