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Vanessa Mack Obituary

Vanessa E. Mack, 68 of Portsmouth, VA passed peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. Ms. Mack retired after 29 years from the Portsmouth Department of Social Services. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Mildred Mack and her daughter, Kimberly Mack. She leaves to cherish her memories brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews; her grandson, Kameron Mack and great-grandson, Kamen Mack. A funeral will be held at 11:00am, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Portsmouth Chapel. A viewing will be held on Tuesday at Metropolitan, Portsmouth.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 4, 2020.

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Wanda Hardy

October 7, 2020

Bunnie was my friend and sister from another Mother. As I watch on Live Stream because of Health issues , I thank God for her being there for me and my Children. I loved her Kim and Tweet like family. Today my Heart is heavy but I have a Smile because she is in Heaven her and Kim together. God Bless Tweet and the Mack Family I am a telephone call away.

Beth Cross Smith

October 6, 2020

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Vanessa. I met Vanessa through a mutual friend Vernetia Wilson Robinson. Vanessa’s outgoing personality and infectious smile always radiated when we were in each other’s presence. I pray for Vanessa family’s strength during this difficult time. Hold on to your fond and beautiful memories as I will. Heaven has gained an angel. Rest in Paradise Vanessa. Rest. Beth Cross Smith, Friend

Rev. Marvette Hines DeCree

October 5, 2020

Our Family was saddened to hear of the passing of Vanessa "Bunny"! We are praying for all of you as you walk this journey. May God Strengthen you, Christ's Love Surround and the Peace & Comfort of the Holy Spirit be with The Mack Family in the days to come. Her infectious smile and way of helping all she cared for will never be forgotten as DSS family for over 25 years & love of her Charlestowne Condo neighbors for 30+ years. Prayerfully, Rev. Marvette Hines DeCree & Marvin(Sonny) and Willette Hines &Family

Vernetia Lorraine Robinson

October 4, 2020

I've known Vanessa for over 55 years. She referred to me by my nickname Nee Nee. Vanessa and I met as Pre-Teens while attending Fellowship United Church of Christ. We rode the church bus to and from church and attended Sunday School together. I remember a time when I admired a pair of white earrings that I saw in Vanessa's car. She insisted on giving them to me. That's how she was. She was kind, generous and fun to be around. Vanessa knew how to lift your spirits when you were down. She was one of a kind. I will truly miss my friend. So long Vanessa until we meet again.
Vernetia (Nee Nee) Wilson Robinson

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