Deacon Calvin Vernell Dolby

Deacon Calvin Vernell Dolby obituary

Deacon Calvin Vernell Dolby

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Ivy Baptist Church

50 Maple Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

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20

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Ivy Baptist Church

50 Maple Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

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Calvin Dolby Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory - Downtown on Sep. 16, 2025.

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Deacon Calvin Vernell Dolby entered eternal rest on Sunday, September 14, 2025 in the comfort of his residence surrounded by his loving family. Viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the Celebration of Life service starting at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Ivy Baptist Church. Interment will be in Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in White Stone, VA.

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September 17, 2025

Howard & Betty Hinnant posted to the memorial.

September 16, 2025

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September 16, 2025

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Howard & Betty Hinnant

September 17, 2025

Our thoughts & prayers are with his wife Barbara & all his family. He was such a wonderful Christian man & will be greatly missed by all. Howard & Betty Hinnant

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Upcoming Events

Sep

20

Viewing

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Ivy Baptist Church

50 Maple Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

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Sep

20

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Ivy Baptist Church

50 Maple Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

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Only 12 hours left for delivery to next service.