### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Albert George Darden, 80, prominent Nansemond County resident, died at his home in Driver on 5 Dec 1937. He was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church and circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist district. He was also a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A. F. & A.M. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Funeral services for Albert George Darden were conducted on 7 Dec 1937. No further details about the funeral or burial location were provided in the obituary. ### Transcript ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN 5 November 1857 - 5 December 1937 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK, 6 December 1937 - Albert George Darden, 80, prominent Nansemond County man, who resided at Driver, died at his home last night at 9:30 o'clock. He was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church, at Driver, and was circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist district. Also, was a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A. F. & A.M. Mr. Darden was a son of the late Jacob and Mrs. Jeannette Norfleet Darden. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. R. Moore Williams; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Walter Hurff and Miss Edna Everett, and four grandchildren, Robert Williams, Miss Emily Ann Hurff, Walter F. Hurff, Jr., and Hinton Darden Hurff. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday 7 December 1937. Publication data: Portsmouth, Virginia The Portsmouth Star 6 December 1937 Page 10 ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name: | Albert George Darden | |----------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Age: | 80 | | Birth: | 5 November 1857; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia | | Death: | 5 December 1937; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------|-----------------------|-----------| | Albert George Darden | Decedent | Driver | | Jacob Darden | Father (deceased) | Unknown | | Jeannette Norfleet Darden | Mother (deceased) | Unknown | | Mrs. R. Moore Williams | Daughter | Unknown | | Mrs. Walter Hurff | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Miss Edna Everett | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Robert Williams | Grandchild | Unknown | | Emily Ann Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | | Walter F. Hurff, Jr. | Grandchild | Unknown | | Hinton Darden Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | ### Publication Details | Detail | Information | |-------------------------|----------------------| | Publication Date | 6 December 1937 | | Publication Location | Portsmouth, Virginia | | Newspaper | The Portsmouth Star | | Page | Page 10 | ### Other Relevant Information Albert George Darden was a prominent figure in his community as a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church and served as circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist district. He was also affiliated with Harmony Lodge 149, A. F. & A.M. ** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Albert George Darden, 80, of Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, died on 5 Dec 1937. He was a steward at Beech Grove Methodist Church and a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. He was survived by daughters, stepdaughters, and grandchildren. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** Funeral services for Albert George Darden were conducted on 7 Dec 1937. Burial location unknown. **Transcript of the Edited Obituary** Albert George Darden 5 Nov 1857 - 5 Dec 1937 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK, Dec. 6—Albert George Darden, 80, prominent Nansemond County man, who resided at Driver, died at his home last 5 Dec 1937 night at 9:30 o'clock. He was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church, at Driver, and was circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist District. Also, he was a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. Mr. Darden was a son of the late Jacob and Mrs. Jeannette Norfleet Darden. He is survived by 8 daughters, Mrs. R. Moore Williams; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Walter Hurff and Miss Edna Everett; and four grandchildren, Robert Williams, Miss Emily Ann Hurff, Walter F. Hurff Jr., and Hinton Darden Hurff. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday 7 Dec 1937. Portsmouth, Virginia The Portsmouth Star 6 Dec 1937 Page 10 Obituary for ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Birth: 5 Nov 1857 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA Death: 5 Dec 1937 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA ** Vital Statistics Summary** | Name | Albert George Darden | |-------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Age | 80 years | | Birth | 5 Nov 1857; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | | Death | 5 Dec 1937; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | ** Table of Relationships** | Name | Relationship | Place of Residence | |-------------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | Albert George Darden | Decedent | Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | | Jacob Darden | Father (predeceased) | Unknown | | Jeannette Norfleet Darden | Mother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Mrs. R. Moore Williams | Daughter | Unknown | | Mrs. Walter Hurff | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Miss Edna Everett | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Robert Williams | Grandchild | Unknown | | Miss Emily Ann Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | | Walter F. Hurff Jr. | Grandchild | Unknown | | Hinton Darden Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | Detail | Information | |-------------------------------|---------------------| | Publication Date | 6 Dec 1937 | | Newspaper | The Portsmouth Star | | Page | Page 10 | ** Other Relevant Information** - Albert George Darden was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church. - He served as circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist District. - He was a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. - Survived by eight daughters and several grandchildren. ** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Albert George Darden, 80, of Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, died 5 Dec 1937. He was a steward at Beech Grove Methodist Church and a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. He was survived by daughters, stepdaughters, and grandchildren. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** Funeral services for Albert George Darden were conducted on 7 Dec 1937. Burial details are unknown. **Transcript** Albert George Darden 5 Nov 1857 - 5 Dec 1937 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK, Dec. 6—Albert George Darden, 80, prominent Nansemond County man, who resided at Driver, died at his home last 5 Dec 1937 night at 9:30 o'clock. He was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church, at Driver, and was circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist District. Also, he was a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. Mr. Darden was a son of the late Jacob and Mrs. Jeannette Norfleet Darden. He is survived by 8 daughters, Mrs. R. Moore Williams; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Walter Hurff and Miss Edna Everett; and four grandchildren, Robert Williams, Miss Emily Ann Hurff, Walter F. Hurff Jr., and Hinton Darden Hurff. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday 7 Dec 1937. Portsmouth, Virginia The Portsmouth Star 6 Dec 1937 Page 10 Obituary for ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [Birth: 5 Nov 1857 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA] [Death: 5 Dec 1937 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA] ** Vital Statistics Summary** | **Name** | Albert George Darden | |------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | **Age** | 80 years | | **Birth** | 5 Nov 1857; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | | **Death** | 5 Dec 1937; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | ** Table of Relationships** | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |--------------------------------|----------------------------|------------------------------------| | Albert George Darden | Decedent | Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia | | Jacob Darden | Father (deceased) | Unknown | | Jeannette Norfleet Darden | Mother (deceased) | Unknown | | Mrs. R. Moore Williams | Daughter | Unknown | | Mrs. Walter Hurff | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Miss Edna Everett | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Robert Williams | Grandchild | Unknown | | Miss Emily Ann Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | | Walter F. Hurff Jr. | Grandchild | Unknown | | Hinton Darden Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | **Detail** | **Information** | |--------------------------|---------------------| | **Publication Date** | 6 Dec 1937 | | **Published In** | The Portsmouth Star | | **Page Number** | Page 10 | ** Other Relevant Information** Albert George Darden was a prominent figure in his community and served as a steward in his church and held leadership roles within the Methodist district. He left behind a legacy through his family and community involvement. ** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Albert George Darden, 80, of Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, died 5 Dec 1937. He was a steward at Beech Grove Methodist Church and a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. He was survived by eight daughters, two stepdaughters, and four grandchildren. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** Funeral services for Albert George Darden were conducted on 7 Dec 1937. Burial followed at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk, Virginia. **Transcript of the Edited Obituary** Albert George Darden 5 Nov 1857 - 5 Dec 1937 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK, Dec. 6 - Albert George Darden, 80, prominent Nansemond County man, who resided at Driver, died at his home last 5 Dec 1937 night at 9:30 o'clock. He was a steward in Beech Grove Methodist Church, at Driver, and was circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist District. Also, he was a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M. Mr. Darden was a son of the late Jacob and Mrs. Jeannette Norfleet Darden. He is survived by eight daughters, Mrs. R. Moore Williams; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Walter Hurff and Miss Edna Everett; and four grandchildren, Robert Williams, Miss Emily Ann Hurff, Walter F. Hurff Jr., and Hinton Darden Hurff. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday 7 Dec 1937. Burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk, Suffolk City, Virginia. See https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/44676575/albert-george-darden Portsmouth, Virginia The Portsmouth Star 6 Dec 1937 Page 10 Obituary for ALBERT GEORGE DARDEN SUFFOLK -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Birth: 5 Nov 1857 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA Death: 5 Dec 1937 - Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA ** Vital Statistics Summary** | Name | Albert George Darden | |-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | Age | 80 years | | Birth | 5 November 1857; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | | Death | 5 December 1937; Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | ** Table of Relationships** | Name | Relationship | Place of Residence | |-------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | Albert George Darden | Decedent | Driver, Nansemond County, Virginia, USA | | Jacob Darden | Father (predeceased) | Unknown | | Jeannette Norfleet Darden | Mother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Mrs. R. Moore Williams | Daughter | Unknown | | Mrs. Walter Hurff | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Miss Edna Everett | Stepdaughter | Unknown | | Robert Williams | Grandchild | Unknown | | Miss Emily Ann Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | | Walter F. Hurff Jr. | Grandchild | Unknown | | Hinton Darden Hurff | Grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | Detail | Information | |------------------------------|---------------------| | Publication Date | 6 December 1937 | | Newspaper | The Portsmouth Star | | Page | Page 10 | ** Other Relevant Information** Albert George Darden was a steward at Beech Grove Methodist Church and served as circuit lay leader in the Portsmouth-Newport News Methodist District. He was also a member of Harmony Lodge 149, A.F. & A.M.