Evelyn Hannuksela

Evelyn Hannuksela obituary, Colonial Heights, VA

Evelyn Hannuksela

Evelyn Hannuksela Obituary

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HANNUKSELA, Evelyn Rooks, 87, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Julian W. Rooks Sr. and Ada T. Phillips Rooks, and was preceded in death by two brothers, Julian W. Rooks Jr. and Carl M. Rooks. Mrs. Hannuksela was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Clarence "Roy" Hannuksela; a daughter, Janis L. Hannuksela of Midlothian; three sons, Donald W. Hannuksela and wife, Rhonda, of Prince George, Glenn A. Hannuksela and wife, Paige, of Matoaca, and Brian L. Hannuksela and wife, Janet, of Colonial Heights; five grandchildren, David W. Hannuksela and wife, Jodi, Danielle Hannuksela, Drake Hannuksela, Glenn A Hannuksela Jr., and Gracie Anne Hannuksela; two great-granddaughters, Emily and Savannah; a sister, Dorothy R. Ferguson of Colonial Heights; and a sister-in-law, Alyce Ruth Rooks of Portsmouth. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 22, 2010 in Immanuel Baptist Church, 620 Lafayette Ave., Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, with the Reverend Fred Adkins officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Contributions may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church, or the Colonial Heights Fire & EMS, P.O. Box 3401, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.



This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 4, 2010

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October 28, 2010

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November 4, 2010

Janis and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I know how close you were and how much you do for your parents. Will keep you in my prayers and hope that you are comforted in knowing your mom is in a better place now.
Your old friend, Keith Harrison

October 28, 2010

Janis,

I was sorry to hear the news of your mom passing away. I know she will be greatly missed by your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers these coming days as you deal with your loss and I trust that the Lord will comfort you.

-Kathleen Terry Lansing

October 28, 2010

Janis-

Sorry to learn of your mother's passing. My condolences to you and yours.

-Craig Butterworth

Randee Brennan

October 27, 2010

Prayers for you and your family Janis. I am deeply sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours.

Nevia Cashwell

October 27, 2010

Janis ... thinking of you. hoping you can find some peace during this difficult time.

Phil Sisk

October 23, 2010

My deepest condolences to your family in the loss of your wife and mother. 'Chicken' was a wonderful woman and I enjoyed the opportunities I had to share time and smiles with her and to get to know her a bit. I hope you can all take some comfort in the warm wishes and good memories shared with you at this sad time by so many of the people whose lives she touched. Rest in peace, Evelyn. God bless.

Dave Giardini

October 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Dennis Hockaday

October 21, 2010

Brian, Deb and I are very sorry for your family's loss. Dennis and Debbie Hockaday

October 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of your loss.

Connie James

The White Family

October 21, 2010

Glenn and Paige,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We love you!

The White Family

October 21, 2010

Glen and Paige,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We love you!

Don & Deane Robinson

October 21, 2010

Our thoughts are with all your family.
Keeping you in our prayers.

October 20, 2010

Evelyn's smile & friendly wave to passing James Ave walkers and kids will be missed.
Time Flies .. Remember death ..Funerals are for the living and candes still lit !

Paul & Carmen Fournia

Dotty

October 20, 2010

May happy memories and warm thoughts comfort you in this time of sorrow.
John 5:28, 29.

Mary Beth Cole

October 20, 2010

Brian and Janet - so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My prayers are with you both and your family at this difficult time.

PETE CARWILE

October 20, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

October 20, 2010

Dear Roy and Family -
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife and mother/grandmother. It sounds like your have many family and friends to support you at this difficult time.
Bill and Diane Flanagan

Nina Teel

October 20, 2010

Janis, May the Lord Bless and Keep you all during this time, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Mark & Tammy Tomlin

October 20, 2010

God Bless & hold you all close during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Martha Loving

October 20, 2010

Dear Janis, I pray you have wonderful memories to bring you joy during this difficult time. I also pray that your family and friends bring you comfort, and that the Grace of our Heavenly Father brings you peace and healing.

Wayne Balch

October 20, 2010

Roy, Brian, Glenn, Donald, & Janis - I was so sorry to heard of your lost. I have such fond memories of "Chicken" and especially our trips to Nags Head. May you find comfort in knowing she resides in the house of the Lord. God Bless You All

October 20, 2010

Janis,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cindy Vaughn

Kadee & Jerry Rodenbo

October 20, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Lisa Daner

October 20, 2010

Janis, I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. Let me know if I can help in any way. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jerry & Kathy Parker

October 20, 2010

Roy, Dot and family,
We have delightful memories of "Chicken" and both good and difficult times shared together. Know that you are in our prayers during these days.

Cyndy Harmon

October 19, 2010

Janis, may the angels watch over you and your family. You will be in my prayers.

Debbie Starr

October 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.

John Woodfin

October 19, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Reggie Newcomb

October 19, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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