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Charles Pumphrey Obituary
Knotts Island - Charles "Pat" Pumphrey, 65, passed away on November 5, 2016. He was born in Washington DC to Charles Stanley & Mary Agnes Pumphrey.
Pat attended Mt. Calvary Elementary, Suitland High School and went to the University of Maryland. He proudly served the US Army in Korea. Pat retired from the Va. Beach Police Department as a decorated officer.
Pat loved music and playing his guitar. He also enjoyed sailing, riding his motorcycle, surfing, camping, traveling the world, and recently traveling with Leigh Ann in his RV and spending time in the outdoors.
Left to cherish his memory is his son, Charlie Pumphrey; sisters, Ann Tennison and Mary "Peggy" Chaney; nieces, Casey McClure (Jeff) and Christina Clark (Jon); nephews, Jason Tennison and Lon Chaney (Alyson); close friend, Leigh Ann Dowdy Conner; along with extended family and friends.
Pat was very social and loved everyone. He was charming and could always make people feel good about themselves. He was very entertaining and loved to debate anyone on politics or religion and especially loved to play scrabble. He will be terribly missed by everyone that knew him; for Pat knew no strangers and considered everyone a friend. The greatest joy in Pat's life was his son Charlie, whom he called his hero.
A memorial service will be held at 11am on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016 at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. The family will receive friends one prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Knotts Island Volunteer Fire Department. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
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Cody Bedford
August 4, 2025
R.I.P. You were awesome and will be missed. I wish we could have gone on another sailing trip. Lots of memories with you, gone but never forgotten. I miss the days boxing with you at vbpd gym in creeds.
Sandy O'Brien
November 1, 2021
Gone but not forgotten.
Robyn Marvaso
November 2, 2020
Charlie seems to miss you more as time passes. I suppose he has more appreciation for many of the times you spent together. I believe he misses your old friends too, hasn’t seen any of them. Things sure haven’t gotten easier but I am trying, one foot in front of the other! rObYn
LINDY Rinaldi
November 1, 2019
Seems like yesterday seems like a lifetime ago you are missed and loved by so many . Remembering your gift of love for all you came in contact with, your smile and your jokes. Until we meet again my friend.
tim mchugh
March 28, 2017
Just found out about pat we worked together nice guy we had some good times together good guy he will be missed
November 19, 2016
I had the opportunity to work with Pat on the Force, funny dude, but I knew I had a great partner when answering calls for service! maybe because I knew he was a great cop and was a boxer!!
Melinda Bailey
November 10, 2016
Rest In Peace...
Jen Orr Purnell
November 10, 2016
He was a great man & friend. I'll always be thankful for all that he did for my boys & I.
Rodger Hopkins
November 10, 2016
RIP Pat. Thank you for your service to our country.
Don Spence
November 10, 2016
Pat was an honest man and friend. I had the honor to work beside him at the third precinct Pat ALWAYS had his fellow officers backs. He will be greatly missed as a friends and human being. May he rise to the side of god and protect his friends as he did in life. My prayers are with his son and family. Pat may you Rest In Peace till we meet again and walk the streets of heaven.
Skip Keith
November 8, 2016
Hard to believe He is gone. Pat was a talented guy who enjoyed his time here among us. Always a smile and greeting. To soon gone, He will be missed. God Bless and my condolences to the family.
Karen Haggenmaker
November 7, 2016
I still can't believe it. What a great guy. We used to talk about how we were both from Suitland. We've lost too many too soon. Rip Pump!
Mark Roulley
November 7, 2016
Pat was a legend..I didn't know him well, in passing really many years ago, but stories of him still circulate..RIP my man..
Sharon Huffman Mercer
November 7, 2016
I was deeply saddened to hear that Pat had passed away. He was so witty and charming. He never failed to make me laugh. Much love to you, Peggy, Ann, and Charlie. Pat said that my sisters and Charlie are the best part of me. I am sending love and hugs to you all.
Steve Clayton
November 7, 2016
Charlotte and I will miss you and that smile my friend. Now the Lord and the Angels will enjoy your company.
Steve Clayton
November 7, 2016
I deeply regret the loss of you my dear friend. Charlotte and I will miss you and that smile. Now the Lord and the Angles will enjoy your company. I salute you my friend.. May God be with your family.
Pat (John Patrick) Parsons
November 7, 2016
From Fairfax Village in Washington, DC to Knotts Island in North Carolina, and elsewhere through his worldly travels, Patrick made friends! They were his best as he cared for us, and for all who met Patrick, he was our best! We all loved Patrick!
Lindy Casale-Rinaldi
November 7, 2016
A wonderful friend to all who knew him, a stranger to none. He loved his family with a passion .
Pat made life a little easier and a lot funnier; taken too soon-we will all miss him .
Rick Cooper
November 7, 2016
Pat, I will always remember your sence of humor and your frienship. RIP brother
GW Lawrence
November 7, 2016
Pat had a great sense of humor and will be greatly missed. Best wishes and prayers to the family. Rest in peace my friend!
Robyn Marvaso
November 7, 2016
Please rest in peace my dear friend. The world seems a little quieter, a little less safe, and alot less fun without you in it. Thank you for all the great laughs. I'll see you in the eyes of your hero everyday. ~Robyn
Bill McLoughlin
November 7, 2016
The night sky will be a little less bright. One of its stars went dark much sooner than it should have. But he will remain bright in my heart and many other of his friends and familys hearts. Pat, you made this world brighter. RIP, see ya.
Steve Siegfried
November 7, 2016
Dear Family, I was so honored to serve with Pat at Virginia Beach Police Dept. He was a good & kind(and always lively!), and professional Police Officer! I will hold your Family "in the light"!
Steve Siegfried(Richmond, VA)
Jennifer Greene
November 7, 2016
Wow, I'm so sad the hear this; taken from us WAY too soon. Very correct statement that Pat knew no stranger and considered everyone a friend. Rest in Peace Pat...
condolences to the family.
Kathy Self
November 7, 2016
Pat, your kindness will be missed on Bryan Rd. Sending prayers to your family.
Kathy & Sean
Diane Campbell
November 7, 2016
Rest in Peace my brother in blue. Never heard a bad thing from you, always with a quick, warm smile. You will be greatly missed
November 7, 2016
Hi Patricia:
This is Sandra from Elite Tours and Travel. I am sorry to hear and read of your lost. My prayers are with you and the children. May God bless you and continue strength in all
Sandra D. Williams
757-447-8871
SANDRA O'BRIEN
November 7, 2016
Rest in peace Pat, thank you for your service and dedication to our country and the city of Va Beach, it was a joy to work with you and you will be missed by all who knew you. Praying for your family and loved ones. You always put a smile on my face
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