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July 1, 2026

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

Sylvia J. Sherwood

Sylvia J. Sherwood

Mrs. Sylvia Johnson Sherwood, 75, went home to be with the Lord and Savior Sept. 3, 2021. She was the devoted wife of Bobby Sherwood for 58 years. Bobby and Sylvia lived in a loving home in Greenbush, where the door was always open to all, especially for dumpling...
Evelyn L. Strand

Evelyn L. Strand

Mrs. Evelyn L. Strand, of Accomac, departed this life peacefully Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, at her residence. Born in Vineland, N.J., Evelyn was the beloved daughter of Ivory W Carter Sr. and Beatrice W. Carter. She fell in love with and married her soul mate, Louis...
Betty H. Gray

Betty H. Gray

Ms. Betty H. Gray, 77, of Salisbury, Md., formerly of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, departed this life Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021, at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. Born in Accomack County, Betty was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Beatrice...
Emma F. Edwards

Emma F. Edwards

Mrs. Emma F. Edwards, 102, of Parksley, gained her wings Monday, Aug. 30, 2021, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born in Bloxom, Emma was the beloved daughter of the late Norwood and Sally Downing. She was the mother of three sons who preceded her in death;...
Sarah F. Downing

Sarah F. Downing

Mrs. Sarah F. Downing, 56, of Onancock, departed this life Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock. Born in Onancock, Sarah was the beloved daughter of the late Vernon and Florence Hall Strand. She was affectionately known as “Frances”...