Name: Viewing for Myrtle Frances Hatcher
Start: 2018-02-12T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-02-12T22:00:00.000Z
Location: R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home and Crematory

Myrtle Frances Hatcher

Suffolk, Va - Rev. Myrtle Frances Hatcher, 72, went to be with the Lord on February 8, 2018

Pastor Myrtle has served the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church for 33 years. She has served as Pastor of Norfolk UMC (Norfolk), Galilee UMC (Edwardsville) and St. James UMC (Hampton). She served as the Superintendent of the Peninsula District the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church for 7 years.

She was a founding board member of CAPS (Coalition Against Poverty in Suffolk).

She was the daughter of the late June D. and Rufus Cooper. She was predeceased by her son John S. Johnson.

She is survived by her husband, John G. Hatcher; Angel M. Cooper, sister of Staunton, VA; daughter-in-law Marie Johnson (Norfolk); 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren

A memorial service celebrating her life will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 11 am at Main Street United Methodist Church 202 N. Main Street Suffolk, VA Viewing will be Monday - Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm at the R.W. Baker Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington St. Suffolk, VA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to CAPS 157 N. Main St. Suffolk or to a charity of one's choice.

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Published by The News Leader from Feb. 11 to Feb. 15, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Myrtle Hatcher

Sponsored by R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown Suffolk.

21 Entries

Renee Bea

February 8, 2021

Ohh how I truly still missing this kind,friend of mine,she will always hold a place in my heart!May Rev.Mrytle Hatcher continue to rest in eternal peace!

Doris Overton, EdD

March 28, 2018

Dear John
I heard about your wife's homecoming couple of weeks ago. Please forgive my delay. Please know that I hold you and family close in heart and spirit always.

February 20, 2018

To John and the entire family; Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved wife and family member. May you be granted Peace. Sincerely, Dave Malbrough

Barbara Cross

February 17, 2018

John, Rev Hatcher had a lovely personality and a beautiful smile. Praying for you, family and friends. Continue to Trust in the LORD, He will never leave you or forsake you.

June & Raymond Staton

February 16, 2018

John, We are sorry for the loss of your wife. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Please accept our condolences.

Charlotte Pannell-Taylor

February 15, 2018

Missy and Family, My deepest sympathy to you. May God bless and strengthen you in days to come.

February 15, 2018

May God's Love, Peace, Comfort, and Strength be with each of you throughout your time of sorrow!

Mrs.Virginia Sweat and Moore Family,
Norfolk United Methodist Church!

Gwen Williams

February 15, 2018

I would get a call; "Gwen, I need something glitzy" meaning she had a desktop publishing project for me that was a weird idea of hers. We would brain storm and I would get work. This was one of those that took 6 revisions! I can't remember if she actually used it though. She challenged me with every "project." {Smile}

Gwen Williams

February 15, 2018

Pastor Hatcher was my friend as well as my pastor. She and John have always been so loving and special to all they come in contact with. Smiles and hugs are my favorite memories. While I have many other memories, I will never forget her wisdom and compassion for teaching and preaching the word of God. Over the years whenever I would get bogged down in something causing me angst, I could always call her and she would listen and give me solace through her down to earth ministering mixed with humor at times. I believe she truly lived to "make disciples of Jesus Christ." I hope I can make more disciples by honoring and remembering her teachings. God needed a very special angel on February 8, 2018 and she was the one he chose. He made a good decision. See you later Pastor Hatcher.

Renee Bea

February 14, 2018

To Angel,you have my deepest sympathy on passing of you Wonderful dear sister,whom meant a lot to me also! I will hold the memories we had ,hold deep in my heart! Love you, hon! Take care!

February 12, 2018

Granville and Hatcher Family we are so saddened to hear of sweet Myrtle passing. While we join you in your mourning during this time we also rejoice in knowing that she is resting in eternity with the Lord . Find comfort in knowing that she is also in the presence of our sweet mothers too. Praying that the holy spirit will comfort and keep you.
Jimmy and Nancy Hinton

Joan Taylor

February 12, 2018

To the family of Myrtle Hatcher
To everything there is a season and Frances lived her season with humility. Serving as only a child of God would by putting others before herself and being active in the fight to help those less fortunate than herself. I met Frances when I moved to Staunton, Va and am a former classmate. During the time we were in school together Frances never changed how she saw and treated people. She had a infectious laugh and to know her was to love her. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Donna Ward

February 12, 2018

Dear John and Family,

I was so very sorry to learn of your precious Myrtle's passing during our Worship Service yesterday here at Williamsburg UMC. I know too well how the sudden loss of a spouse impacts life. You are blessed to have had Myrtle in your life and I suspect she and my husband, Rev.Jim Ward are in heaven comparing notes. Myrtle greeted us when we retired here to Williamsburg in 2004 and then entertained us as retirees annually until she left the District. Such a sweetheart! I hope to be able to join you on Friday.

Renee Bea

February 12, 2018

Rev.Mrytle Hatcher was a great and wonderful friend and like a big sister of mine! I shall miss her a lot! She indeed had a beautiful spirit,and such a kind person! I enjoyed visiting with her doing holidays helping pull out decorations on special holidays!I understand God needed her in his Kingdom! Rest in Peace my friends,missing you always!!

Kate Guenther

February 12, 2018

Angel and family and friends,

I wish you well in your time of grief as you adjust to life without Rev. Myrtle. May you have rich and deep memories, and each other, to turn to for comfort.

Nelson Graves

February 12, 2018

John Hatcher and Angel Cooper,
Our thoughts and prayers are with and your families at this time. Please accept our condolences.
Nelson & Sadie Graves

February 11, 2018

My prayers and condolences to the family. May the Lord be with you all. God Bless.

Bonita Landy Gilchrist

JOAN WILLIAMS

February 11, 2018

Frances was a classmate of mine we both graduated in 1963 from Booker T Washington High School in Staunton Virginia. She went on to do great things in her life and has a fantastic Legacy she will be missed. John I am truly sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you

Edward & Marian Guldner

February 11, 2018

I and my wife have fond memories of Myrtle Frances as the DS for the Peninsula District of the United Methodist Church. She was warm, friendly, outgoing, and a joy to work with.

John, please accept our condolences on your loss. She will be missed by the many souls she touched during her ministry.

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