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Henry Rawls Obituary

Henry Rawls Sr., surrounded by his family, answered the master's call, and transitioned to his heavenly eternal home on October 1, 2022. A funeral service will be held 11 am Monday at First Baptist Church South Hill, where viewing will be after the service.  Pretlow & Sons Funeral Home in charge.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 8, 2022.

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Andrea Eason

October 10, 2022

In loving memory of "Uncle Rat" sending love and light to everyone in this tough time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.❤

Vicky Porter

October 10, 2022

Thelma , Just know that you and your Family are in my Prayers. Will miss my classmate and cousin . Pray that God help you make this Journey down this road .

Carol and Lewis Riddick

October 10, 2022

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

Peaches

October 9, 2022

Praying for the Rawls family during this difficult time. Remember earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal.

LaVerne Johnson

October 9, 2022

In loving memory of my wonderful cousin. We love you and will miss you...

Samuel & Carla Linyear

October 8, 2022

He was the most nicest funniest person to be around. I enjoyed working with him and my husband enjoy working with him. He will be so so missed. Heaven has a beautiful person there.

Larry Harris

October 8, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family at this time. Henry and I met long ago at the old Norfolk General Hospital food service kitchen. Such a fun guy but will be sorely missed. Sorry for your lost.

Valerie Spruill

October 8, 2022

My Sincere Condolences to the Family in your time of loss!! Your in my thoughts prayers!!

Martin Butts

October 7, 2022

My Condolences to the family Rest in Peace my good friend

Jean&Coston Griffin

October 7, 2022

I will miss you dearly my brother, my friend much love

Estherine Harding

October 7, 2022

Thelma, deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family in the passing of Bro. Rawls. May God be with you all during this very difficult and sad time. Bro. Rawls was loved by so many and will be greatly missed.
May he rest in peace and his work speak for him.

Yancey McIntyre

October 7, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family of Henry Rawls. He was a man of integrity with a magnanimous personality. His dedication to Local 1458 and 1248 was beyond reproach. May God's Light shine upon you in your time of bereavement.

michael brown

October 7, 2022

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Antonio Butts

October 6, 2022

My Condolences to the family Mr. Rawls was a good mentor, friend; and Longshoreman brother he will be greatly missed RIH...my friend

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3633 Galberry Road, Chesapeake, VA

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