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June 19, 2026

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

Cheryl Elliott

Cheryl Elliott

Mrs. Cheryl Louise Phillips Elliott, a native of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, and a descendant of Hog Island Doughty and Phillips families, passed away peacefully May 14, 2026, at Vitas Hospice in Rockledge, Fla., surrounded by her loved ones. Born Jan. 8, 1945, in...
Teresa Howard

Teresa Howard

It is with deep sadness that her family announces the passing of Ms. Teresa Jane Howard. To so many throughout the years, especially the children whose lives she touched, she was lovingly known as “Aunt Tease.” Teresa had a heart of gold and was deeply loved by many....
Sally Parks

Sally Parks

Mrs. Sally Ann Taylor Parks, 79, of Clam, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Newport News. Born on Nov. 25, 1946, in Clam, she was the daughter of the late Orville Taylor and Frances Taylor. Sally worked for the former Parksley Shirt Factory, Riverside Shore Memorial...
J.A. Beasley

J.A. Beasley

Mr. Jacob Alfred “J.A.” Beasley, 73, of Onancock, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026, at Shore Health and Rehabilitation Center in Parksley. Born July 22, 1952, in Nassawadox, and raised in Onley, he was the son of the late Jacob Alfred “Jake” Beasley and Gladys Estelle...
Bob Gaskill

Bob Gaskill

Mr. Robert “Bobby/Bob” Gaskill was 70 years of age when he traveled to the other world on May 2, 2026. Bob lived a life filled with variety and good humor. He was best known for his loyalty, quick wit, and jovial spirit. Bob was raised in Hamilton, N.J., where he...
Betty Griffin

Betty Griffin

Mrs. Betty Butler Griffin, 86, of Withams, wife of the late Master Trooper Reavis Howard Griffin, passed away on May 12, 2026, in Salisbury, Md. Born on Nov. 9, 1939, in Norfolk, she was the daughter of the late Marion Holmes Butler and Mildred Cooper Butler. Betty...
$2M airport hangar critical for area, officials say

$2M airport hangar critical for area, officials say

BY JIMMY SHOCKLEYEastern Shore Post The Accomack County Airport in Melfa is set to receive an upgrade intended to strengthen operations at the airport and bolster the Eastern Shore’s reputation as a leading aerospace center. A groundbreaking ceremony for a new hangar...