Betty Chisman Obituary
Her life began on Sept. 8, 1949, in Newport News, Va. She was the daughter of the late Jessie Eunice Burton of Hampton, Va., and the late Thomas Perry of Baltimore, Md.
She leaves to cherish her memories her two daughters, Crystal M. Chisman and Scherrie N. Chisman, both of Hampton; four grandchildren, Te'Shira Chisman, Ra'Quan Chisman, Jalen Tisdale and RahDae' Greene, all of Hampton; seven sisters; three brothers; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and caring friends.
A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at the funeral home. A Homegoing Celebration will be held noon Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at Deeper Life W.O.M., 667 Hannah Street, Hampton, VA. Family and friends will assemble at 1229 West Ave., Hampton. The interment will be private.
The family of Ms. Betty Chisman would like to give a special thank you to the nursing staff on the Oncology Unit at Sentara Careplex Hospital. The Chisman family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Anishia Sargent
February 1, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Crystal. I will pray for you and your family. Just rember God is there for you just believe in him.
Rachael
January 30, 2009
I am so thankful to have met you, Betty. You always had a cheerful thing to say and you brought my best friend back close to me again and for that you were one special lady i dont know how i could ever repay you for that. may god bless your family and i thank you again ms. betty you'll always have a place in my heart.
tara d
January 30, 2009
Mama Betty words can not express how much you meant to me and how grateful I am to have been fortuante enough to be blessed with someone like you in my life. I am very thankful for the time we spent together and for your love as my play mama when I had no one else to turn to. I thank you and I love you. You will be truly missed. To the family my heart goes out to you. Mama Betty was a wonderful and beautiful person inside and out.
Betsy Fitzgerald
January 30, 2009
Betty will be sadly missed by her work family at Lowe's. The Lord has called her for a greater mission and we must always trust his judgement. It was evident that Betty raised two lovely daughers who loved and cared about her deeply. Betty would always speak of her daughters and grandchildren with great love and pride. The Lowe's family will miss Betty's engaging smile and her "can do" outlook on life. The Chisman and Perry families are in our thoughts and prayers. With fondest personal regards, we wish the family peace and love.
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Joyce Sutton
January 29, 2009
I worked with Betty at Lowe's. Betty always had a smile for all, along with that smile she always had a loving heart. She will be missed by us. We have lost a friend, but God has gained a wonderful angel.
Nikki Cross
January 29, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss, Betty was such a wonderful person I will truly miss her.
January 29, 2009
May god strengthen the family in your time of need.
For we walk by faith not by sight.
(Corinthians 5:7)
Mrs Helga Rose Stokes & FAMILY
Gia Woodard
January 29, 2009
Betty was a beautiful woman inside and out I am so sorry to hear of her passing she will be missed. I worked with her in lowes and had so much fun with her and she loved her fried rice. I will surly miss her.
Kim Washington
January 29, 2009
Crystal, Ti'Shira, RaQuan (Family):
May God bless and comfort you on the loss of your Mother/Grandmother. Many others friend/confidant.
Though we may have lost a loved one, He has gained an Angel.
Betty was loved by many and will be remembered forever in our hearts. She was always a trooper and will continue to lead in heaven.
With all my love and prayers.
Auntie,
Vera Hollier
January 29, 2009
Crystal & Scherrie,
I wish I could lift the heaviness you're feeling and take away the pain your heart is going through. In the quiet & tearful hours of your grieving, I pray God will draw you close to His side and hold you in the comfort & strength of His love. My family & I will continue to uphold you in prayer & ask God to be the peace in the midst of your sorrow.
Cousin Vera & family
Terri Young
January 29, 2009
To the Chisman and Perry Family, you have our deepest symphanty. May God Bless you all.
Love Terri Jackson Young and Family.
Minister Carmen
January 28, 2009
To the Chisman Family, my prayers and condolences are with you on this day, and the days to follow but remember that she is in the arms of our heavenly father.
January 28, 2009
Crystal I was so saddened to read that your mom passed away. My deepest sympathy to you and your family during the next months ahead. The days will be long and you will catch yourself going to call her and she is gone. The empty heart you now have will always will feel the loss of your mother.
May God Bless you and your family.
Sincerely
Bettie Daniels
Carleen Holmes
January 28, 2009
Crystal,
You are my sister and always will be. The last time I seen you was apx. 5 months ago and who would have ever thought mom would have been leaving us. I want to share something with you, that has helped me when I thought I couldn't go on any further, when I lost 4 family members in one year-including my grandfather (2005), my aunt (2006)and my grandmother (2007) I started questioning "God" and this scripture became my daily pray.We used to say it when we was small :)
The Lord is my shepard; I shall not want. He maketh me lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goddness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell int he house of the Lord for ever.
I love you my sister in life and in spirit.
Carleen Holmes
January 28, 2009
Mom Betty, it has been years and I never would have thought the Lord would have took you away from us. You taught Crystal and I to never take people or life for granted. I remember you telling us, to be young ladies, stop trying to grow up so fast, leave them boys alone, and get your education. You stayed on Crystal and I soooooo much and I appreciate every moment. I recall you saying to me "you're not my real daughter but you are my child,and when you're at my house, you will follow my rules." I remember like it was yesterday and the funny thing is I find myself saying those exact same words. Mom you was right about everything, I only wish I had the opportunity to tell you after all these years. I know you're still watching over your girls rather we was near or far.
Love Always,
Crystal & Scherrie
January 28, 2009
Mommie,
Our hearts are full of pain, our eyes are filled with tears, and we feel so numb inside. You are truly going to be missed by many but we know that you are in a better place. You have raised us to be strong, independent, and responsible women and we will not let you down in anyway. When we close our eyes we see your face, your smile, and if we listen close we can hear your voice. When we shed tears it will be happy tears knowing that you are not suffering anymore. We promised that we would be strong and we are trying but it is so hard without you. We miss you and love for eternity. Help us from above to make the pain a little easier and not let our children see us in all this pain.
Michael Stephenson
January 28, 2009
Keep the Faith. She fought a good fight. Now she is at the Father's House. I will be Praying for the Family. God Bless you All.
raquan chisman
January 28, 2009
i love you nana and i miss u
Phyllis Springs
January 28, 2009
At the rising sun and it goes down remember her.When you are weary and in need of strenght remember her.When you have decision that are difficult to make remember her. When you have Joy to crave remember her. For as long as we live,she too will live. For she is a part of us,,,as We remember Her.
Pam Cherry
January 28, 2009
My prayers are with you during this time of grief. She has my dad to play bingo with and Charles is making her smile. I will be there physically tomorrow, but will truly be there in my heart.
Pamela Cherry
January 28, 2009
My prayers are with you during this time of grief. My dad has your mom to play bingo with and Charles has her with him again. Just know she is happy and has no pain. I can't make it there physically but I will be there with you in spirit.
Sharice Wells
January 28, 2009
My condolences to the Chisman Family, You all are in my prayer.
Brenda Harrell
January 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
(The Nixon Family)Katherine Nixon Spady
January 28, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Karen Gordon
January 28, 2009
Betty, you will be truly miss Love all of you all, Love Aunt Karen
Leon Chisman
January 28, 2009
With our deepest sympathy,Crystal and Scherrie just know you are in our prayers. Your Grandfather-Leon Chisman, LaVerne, Isaac and cousins send love and condolences.
Jenn Mendoza
January 28, 2009
Crystal and Scherrie:
My heart is with both you and your children. The last time I saw your mom was at Lowe's and it was always wonderful to see her; so many fun memories back in the Hermans days. I'm sure she soared on eagles wings to go home and I know she will be missed here on Earth. During this difficult time, rely on your faith in God and He will be with you.
Constance Charity Buckner
January 28, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.Close to my heart I hold the memory of our last hug in Lowes last year and our phone conversation in November.I can't be there physically but in spirit I'll be there.
Danielle Williams
January 28, 2009
Crystal & Family
My deepest condolences to you and your family in this time as you grieve.
My family will never forget living next to the "party" family on West Avenue and having the pleasure to meet Ms. Betty and all the family.
Again, my deepest condolences and may you find comfort in knowing she is at peace in the loving arms of God.
God Bless
January 28, 2009
Betty will be truly missed. It was always a pleasure to see her. Always remember that God never fails and to know Betty was to love her.
The Jones' Family
Gladys Wells
January 28, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Antionette McCarter
January 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Crystal. I'm praying for you and your family. God will always be their with you and give you strength, just keep believing in him. Love you
Rachel
January 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the family and I will truly miss her smile at my favorite place- Lowes
Darlene Christian
January 28, 2009
Yvonne, Crystal, and family, I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and keep you in your time of sorrow.
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