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William Lamb Obituary

William B. Lamb Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - William Booth Lamb Sr., 87, went to be with the Lord June 27, 2009. He was born Jan. 5, 1922, in Portsmouth, to the late Wallace and Hope Lamb. William served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean conflict, retiring after 30 years. He also retired from civil service working for the commander in chief, Atlantic Fleet. William and his wife were the owners of Maggie's Antiques & Things. In his spare time, William enjoyed going to Cape Hatteras, woodworking, traveling and spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Margaret L. Lamb; and stepdaughter, Margaret E. Lord. Left to cherish his memory are his son, William B. Lamb Jr. and his wife Deborah of Pennsylvania; brother, Robert K. Lamb and his wife June of Virginia Beach; two grandchildren, Sarah and Rebekah; three stepgrandchildren, Adam, Curt, and Maranatha; nine stepgreat-grandchildren; two nieces; a nephew; two great-nieces; and Carolyn Kayota of Virginia Beach. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Eastern Shore Chapel, conducted by the Rev. C. Christopher Thompson. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Rosewood- Kellum Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Navy Relief. To celebrate the life of William, please visit his Everlasting Memorial at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 30, 2009.

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Doris Tasch

June 30, 2009

In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested a donation be made to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph Street, suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203.
Checks should be made payable to NMCRS (or Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society). On the memo line, lower left corner of the check, please write: In Memory of (insert name of deceased).
If possible, please provide the name and mailing address of the primary next of kin.
A donor may also visit the Society’s web site, click on Make a Gift at the main menu and follow the prompts to make an in memory donation via credit card on-line.

Doris Tasch

June 30, 2009

To all of Bill's friends,
I went to the Navy Relief site and found this info for making a memorial gift in memory of Bill. Please pass it on to one & all.
Thank you.
Doris Tasch

Doris Tasch

June 30, 2009

To Carolyn
I was sad to hear about Bill. Thank you so much for letting me know about his passing. I know this is a very hard time for you. But know that Bill thought you were the best thing that ever happened to him! You help him live life again. I am leaving for N.C. in the early AM. I will have 3 of my grandchildren with me. I am hoping someone will show up to take care of them so I can come up & attend the service. If not, know my thoughts are with the whole family.
Doris

Doris Tasch

June 30, 2009

To Bill,Jr., Bob & June and all the rest of the family. I am so sorry to hear about Bill. My prayers are with you. We became such close friends during our antique buying & selling days. The friendship continued. He will always have a place in my heart!

Jackie Robertson

June 30, 2009

Bill, I am so sorry for this time of sorrow. Your dad was a very special person with a smile and laugh of his very own for everyone. My daddy and Bill where very close. I did not know though that they where born on the same day. Daddy was born on Jan. 5th, 1919. I hope to see you soon I have not been able to catch you at the house, but if there is anything that I can do for you are your family let me know. Jackie

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