NEWPORT NEWS — Lionsbridge FC and the D.C. United U23 team played to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night at TowneBank Stadium. The friendly result moves Lionsbridge's overall record to 8-1-1. D.C. United struck early, scoring in the 6th minute. Lionsbridge responded in the 25th minute when Louis Beckett netted his first goal for the club, assisted by Christian Hatley. The two teams also played to a 1-1 tie almost exactly one year ago to the day. The Bridge used two completely different 11-man lineups in each half except for goalkeeper John Ermini and outshot D.C. United 12-8 for the game. ​Lionsbrid ..read more

Hunter Crosby Beaubian Jr. (Whiting's Funeral Home) Hunter Crosby Beaubian, 82, of Jamaica, New York, passed away on April 25, 2024, in his longtime home of Tucson, Arizona. Hunter's educational journey included attending Amityville Elementary School & High School, before furthering his education at Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio Hunter was a proud veteran having served in the Air Force for fourteen years. He served in Vietnam as a Military Police Officer. After his military service, he dedicated himself to his management career in the United States Postal Service, before retiring ..read more

Kelvin "KP" Andrew Pressey Jr. (Whiting's Funeral Home) Kelvin Andrew Pressey Jr, “KP” was born October 19, 1984, in Baltimore, Maryland to Kelvin Sr. and Sylvia Pressey. His earthly labor ended on Monday, June 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. At an early age, KP was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his savior at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Williamsburg, Virginia. There he served in the Youth Choir and Youth Usher Board. He later joined the Church of Christ in Williamsburg, Virginia. KP graduated from Jamestown High School in 2003. He earned a Bachelor of History degree from Chow ..read more

Jimmy “Pop” Lee Carter (Weymouth Funeral Home & Crematory) The Lord called Jimmy home on Saturday, June 8, 2024. He was 91 years old. Jimmy was born in East Bend, North Carolina. He moved to Newport News when he was 18, where he met the love of his life, Georgia “Joanne” Leake. They were married for 72 years before her passing just last month. Jimmy worked for Asplundh Tree Expert Company. He started as a Climber, and worked his way up to Supervisor. He was responsible for 12 separate crews when he retired after 43 years with the company. Jimmy was a long-time member of Northside Christian ..read more

Floyd H. Miles, Jr. (Vincent Funeral Home) Sgt. Floyd H. Miles, Jr., 45, of Charles City, VA, entered eternal rest, while in the line of duty, on Sunday, June 9, 2024. He was a true community man and loved serving as Sergeant with the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office for 16 years. He is survived by his wife, Denise; children, Steven, Rashad, Taequan and Jaylen; parents, Floyd, Sr. and Clem Miles, along with his sister, brothers, grandson, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his law enforcement family. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Charles City Publi ..read more

David Wayne Simmons (Vincent Funeral Home) David Wayne Simmons of New Kent, Virginia and formally of Fredericktown Missouri, passed away on June 8th, 2024. He was the son of Everett Wayne Simmons and Mary L. (Warren) Simmons. He grew up in St Louis, Missouri and attended Southwest High School before entering the army and serving three tours in the 75th Rangers. He enjoyed dancing, fishing and spending time with his family. He married his wife of 51 years, Gwendolyn Jean Sunderman in 1972 and they had two daughters, Kelly Broz (Michael) and Kimberly Gaulding (Brandon). He was a Probation and Pa ..read more

Paul L. Houde (Nelsen Funeral Home) Paul L. Houde, 75, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on June 11, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife, Veronica Houde; his sisters, Nancy Saari and Brenda Houde; and his parents, Paul and Vinnie Houde. A 1970 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Paul served in the Navy for 20 years before finishing his career in high school education as a principal and administrator. He was an avid traveler, and huge fan of the Minnesota Vikings, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Minnesota Twins, and Manchester City F.C. He was also a frequent patron of Oceans and Ale in Will ..read more

Carolyn Marie Allsbrook (Amory Funeral Home) Carolyn Marie Allsbrook, 88, passed away on Saturday June 8, 2024. Carolyn was a native of Seaford, Virginia, and lifelong Peninsula resident. She graduated from Poquoson High School in 1953. She retired from the city of Newport News in 1995 after 16 years of service as an administrative assistant. Carolyn enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking, sewing, and she loved to travel, especially to Florida and Disney World. She also enjoyed lunching with ladies from the church. She is survived by her husband Lynn Edward Allsbrook of Hampton, and her daughte ..read more

(file photo) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Hearst on June 10, 2024. We will always remember her beauty, elegance, grace and impeccable sense of style. Her ability to turn heads when she walked into a room and the grace she bestowed was unmatched. Barbara loved to meet people and effortlessly brought everyone into conversation, no one was a stranger in her presence. Loved by many, she will be deeply missed by her family- husband William (Bill) Hearst, brother- Jerry Sebastian and children -Debbie Hearst-Gregory, Michael Baumgarten, Joe Hearst and Evelyn Hearst ..read more

Gary F. Bargatze (Bucktrout Funeral Home) Gary F. Bargatze, 78, of Williamsburg, Va. passed away on Wednesday, June 12. He was born to the late Robert and Katie Bargatze on August 11, 1945. Gary is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Fred O. Bargatze. Gary achieved his bachelor’s and master’s degree at Indiana University. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa Society and the Train Collectors Association. Gary was an author who started a successful international business, Rigor Hill Publishing, and penned eight novels in the Warfield Series. He had a love for running and was a long-di ..read more