Briggs Funeral Home & Crematory

06/23/2026

We are proud of Mark Antley, retired Chesapeake Firefighter, who is a valued funeral director and embalmer on our staff, as he serves this week at the 83rd Session of the American Legion Boys State of Virginia. This year, Mark has taken on a new role as Master of Ceremonies, helping lead and inspire the next generation of leaders. Congratulations, Mark, and thank you for your continued commitment to community, service, leadership, and patriotism! ❤️🇺🇸

06/20/2026

Melissa Ann Langham, 84, of Virginia Beach, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Born in Social Circle, Georgia, Melissa was the daughter of the late William J. Williams and Evelyn Thomas. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Jerry N. Langham; her daughter, Angelia Burke, and...

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06/20/2026

Robynne Lewallen King, 73, of Chesapeake, was unexpectedly called home to bloom eternally on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Born in Jacksonville, Florida, she was the daughter of the late William Max Lewallen and Imogene Noel Presson Lewallen. Robynne will be remembered for her love of the arts, animal...

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06/19/2026

Sandra Allen Stallings, 83, a long-time resident of Chesapeake, passed away peacefully at her home in Moyock, NC, Thursday, June 17, 2026 after a 12 year battle with multiple myeloma.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Sandra was the daughter of the late Benjamin A. Stallings and Laura Crowley Stallings. ...

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06/17/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kayla Brander to our team as a family care associate and assistant office manager!

A Chesapeake native, Kayla is a graduate of Hickory High School and Tidewater Community College. She has spent the past four years serving in worship ministry at River Oak Church and is passionate about bringing people together and caring for others.

We are excited to have her with us!

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06/12/2026

Tonight, the tower at Briggs Funeral Home & Crematory shines in memory of Mrs. Debbie Russo.

Her family shared with us that pink was Debbie’s favorite color, a simple detail that spoke volumes about the joy, warmth, and love she brought to those around her. As a small tribute, we are honored to illuminate our tower in pink this evening, celebrating her life and the many memories she leaves behind.

To the Russo family, thank you for allowing us the privilege of caring for Debbie and helping honor her beautiful legacy.

https://www.briggsfh.com/obituaries/Debra-Ann-Russo?obId=48591886

06/10/2026

Judith “Judy” Anne Pritchard, age 56, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late William “Bill” Charles Pritchard, Sr. and Joanne J. Pritchard.

Judy attended Kempsville High School, graduating in 1987. She went on to attend Asbury Colleg...

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06/09/2026

Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do. Thank you, Marissa, for your trust, your kindness, and the opportunity to help celebrate your mother’s life with dignity, love, and care.

06/06/2026

Robert Joseph “Bob” McGrath, 88, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 4.

Born on August 1, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York, Bob was the son of the late James A. and Agnes V. McGrath. He later lived in New Jersey and Tempe, Arizona, where he and his wife raised t...

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06/06/2026

Debra Ann Russo, 67, of Chesapeake, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Debbie was the daughter of the late Salvatore Russo and Jacqulyn Joyce Schoppe. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Anthony Russo and Wesley Russo. Debbie worked in Food Services for...

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