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August 28, 2026

The voice of Accomack and Northampton counties on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Elaine H. Pettit

Elaine H. Pettit

Mrs. Elaine H. Pettit, 84, of Onancock, transitioned to her eternal home on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at her residence. Born in Onancock, Elaine was a daughter to the late George and Mary Hall. In 1969, she married the late Chester Pettit Jr. and their union was...
Anna Mae Tarr Ward

Anna Mae Tarr Ward

Mrs. Anna Mae Tarr Ward, 92, wife of the late Elmer R. “Toad” Ward and a resident of Exmore, passed away Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at The Citadel of Nassawadox. A native of Girdletree, Md., she was the daughter of the late Alfred T. Tarr and the late Janie Kilmon Tarr....
Roxie Sue Volk

Roxie Sue Volk

Mrs. Roxie Sue Volk, 85, died Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Md. Born in Blountville, Ala., she was the daughter of the late Columbus Martin and the late Annie Bowerman Martin. She is survived by her husband, James Volk; and two...
Gary T. Epps Sr.

Gary T. Epps Sr.

Mr. Gary T. Epps Sr., 57, of Hampton, formerly of the Shore, gained his wings on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, at Sentara Hospital in Hampton. Born in Modest Town, Gary was the beloved son of Litton and Sally Epps. He was affectionately known as “Pudgy” by his family and...
Adair E. Harmon

Adair E. Harmon

Mr. Adair E. Harmon, 68, of New Church, departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock. Born in Temperanceville, Adair was the eldest son of the late Adair “Boss Hogg” and Vivian D. Harmon. He was affectionately known...