Doris Hence Obituary
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She is survived by a daughter, Nikesha Hence of Hampton, four sisters: Gloria Hence of Richmond, Brenda Hence of King & Queen, Verline Hence of Richmond and Georgia Young of Henrico and two brothers: Carnell Hence and William Hence both of King and Queen.
The viewing will be held on Saturday, August 23 from 5-7 p.m. at Washington Funeral Home, 1404 Tappahannock Blvd., Tappahannock. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, August 24 at 2 p.m. at First Mt. Olive, 7820 Newtown Rd., Newtown.
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Clara Anderson -Williams
August 21, 2025
Our 2nd family has lost another soldier, the family circle has been broken once again, Rest In Peace our sister -in-Christ, and family we praying for comfort and strength
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