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Brian Pressey Obituary

Brian O. "Dobie" Pressey died Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, in Maryland. His life began on Feb. 4, 1962, the son of Robert James and the late Eunice Pressey Darden.
At a young age, California became his home. He attended the local public schools. He confessed his faith in Christ and joined Lilly of the Valley Church, in California.
He is survived by his father, Robert James; his brother, Victor Pressey;
his aunts, Veola Minns, Daisy Pressey, Virginia Pressey and Shirleen Maybeny; his uncle, Sherman Pressey; his Godmother, Mary Taliferro; his stepfather, Willie Darden; and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12, in Whiting's
Chapel with the Rev. Ronald A. Ellis and Bishop David Saunders officiating. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home by 12:45 p.m. on Saturday. The family will receive friends for a repast in Union Baptist Church, 108 Alice Street, Williamsburg, following the service for Mr. Pressey. Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, 757-229-3011. Online condolences may be registered at www.vagazette.com.

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Published by Virginia Gazette from Nov. 12 to Dec. 12, 2011.

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Aunt Beatrice "Tweety" Darden & Family

November 11, 2011

Tremendous grief fills our hearts knowing that Brian is no longer with us. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you during your time of sorrow. Prayerfully submitted,

Caffie "Miss Anne" Darden & Family

November 10, 2011

With great sadness we received the news. Our hearts are heavy as we look for answers and then we realize,"the Lord Jesus Christ, He is the answer". Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

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