** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Peggy Copeland Hemphill, 77, passed away on 7 April 2021. She was born in Nansemond Co., Virginia, and was survived by her husband Mel, son Nathan, stepson Kevin, and other family members. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** A funeral was held on 12 April 2021 at Suffolk Christian Church. Burial followed at Holly Lawn Cemetery. **Transcript of the Edited Obituary for Peggy Copeland Hemphill** Peggy Copeland Hemphill, 77, passed away April 7, 2021. She was born in Nansemond Co., Virginia, the daughter of the late Randolph Turner "Plutie" Copeland and Thelma Elaine Turner Copeland. Peggy retired as an Accounting Clerk with Porter's Accounting Service. She was a member of Suffolk Christian Church, West Memorial Sunday School Class, the Choir, and a past member of various committees. Peggy was also a member of the Friday Owls Bowling League. She and Mel were also founding members of the Colonial Shag Club. Peggy is predeceased by her former husband, Robert X. Vail. Peggy is survived by her husband of 20+ years, Mel Hemphill; son, Nathan "Terry" Lewis Jr. (Kattrell); stepson, Kevin J. Hemphill (Stephanie); grandchild, Michael A. Lewis; great-grandchild, Blake A. Lewis; sister, Linda C. Fletcher (John); brother, Randy T. Copeland (Mary Ellen); niece, Kaitlyn Fletcher; and nephew, Chris Fletcher. A funeral will be held Monday, April 12, 2021, at Suffolk Christian Church, 216 N. Main Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Michael D. Halley officiating. Burial will follow at Holly Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, April 11, 2021, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SPCA at ascpa.org or the American Cancer Society, 4416 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. The family would like to thank Riverside Cancer Center and Riverside Hospice Care for the excellent care of Peggy. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com. Please sign guestbook at dailypress.com/obituaries. Newport News, Virginia Daily Press 8 April 2021 Page A9 ** Vital Statistics Summary** | **Name** | Peggy Copeland Hemphill | |--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | **Age** | 77 years | | **Birth** | 7 April 1944 (estimated); Nansemond Co., Virginia | | **Death** | 7 April 2021; Suffolk, Virginia | ** Table of Relationships** | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |---------------------------------|-------------------------------------|------------------------| | Peggy Copeland Hemphill | Decedent | Suffolk, Virginia | | Mel Hemphill | Husband | Suffolk, Virginia | | Nathan Terry Lewis Jr. | Son | Unknown | | Kattrell | Daughter-in-law | Unknown | | Kevin J. Hemphill | Stepson | Unknown | | Stephanie | Daughter-in-law | Unknown | | Michael A. Lewis | Grandchild | Unknown | | Blake A. Lewis | Great-grandchild | Unknown | | Linda C. Fletcher | Sister | Unknown | | John | Brother-in-law | Unknown | | Randy T. Copeland | Brother | Unknown | | Mary Ellen | Sister-in-law | Unknown | | Kaitlyn Fletcher | Niece | Unknown | | Chris Fletcher | Nephew | Unknown | | Randolph Turner Plutie Copeland | Father (predeceased) | Unknown | | Thelma Elaine Turner Copeland | Mother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Robert X. Vail | Former Husband (predeceased) | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | **Detail** | **Information** | |--------------------------------|-----------------| | **Publication Date** | 8 April 2021 | | **Published In** | Daily Press | ** Other Relevant Information** Peggy was known for her involvement in community activities and her dedication to family and friends. She was a founding member of the Colonial Shag Club and actively participated in church activities and local bowling leagues.