KNOTTS ISLAND – Vernon Reginald Waterfield “Reggie” passed peacefully on May 23, 2017 at the age of 92. He was born on May 27, 1924 to the late Reginald C. and Hattie W. Waterfield In Munden, Virginia (Now Virginia Beach) He was predeceased by his parents, his wife of 63 years Elva W. Waterfield, his sons Vernon R. Waterfield, Jr., Elvin Ray Waterfield and his grandfather John Williams a nationally recognized decoy carver.
Reggie was a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach and served the City of Virginia Beach for 35 years retiring as an administrator in Public Works. Prior to this he worked for the State of VA supervising the highway prison workforce. He was a WWII Veteran and an avid duck hunter and fisherman.
He was a leaf of one of the oldest family trees in Princess Anne County, his love of family and its history were unparalleled. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter Regina Waterfield-Hatchell (James) daughter in law, Hester Waterfield, and Gary L. Osmondson whom he loved as a son and his wife Ilene. Grandchildren, Cheryl W. Hughes (Keane), Aaron Osmundson (June), Laura Allegood (Beau), Heather R. Bishop, T. Ryan Bishop, and 6 Great-Grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, 3 PM at Charity UM Church Cemetery, 4080 Charity Neck Rd., VB. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Go Rescue Pet Adoption c/o www.TMCFunding.com. Express condolences to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com.
Past Services
Cemetery
Thursday May 25, 2017
3:00 pm
Charity Neck United Methodist Church Cemetery
4080 Charity Neck Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23457
757-426-5264 | Directions
4080 Charity Neck Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23457
757-426-5264 | Directions
Our deepest sympathy to the water field family. He is safe within God’s care.
Dear Regina and Family,
Our hearts go out to you during this time of enormous loss. While I have not known you long, I do know that someone as good and kind as you came from another person just as amazing. Many hugs and prayers.
My condolences to all of the family…You were so fortunate to have Reggie to love and guide you…He exemplified the words..honorable, intelligent, multi-talented, warmly generous and kind to all. Walter and I were blessed to have him as a friend. He will be missed by all…
Regina and family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers My Deepest Condolences……..
My sincere condolence, I read that you loss your father. May the God of tender mercies comfort and sustain you during this special time because He care for all of you.
2 Corinthians 1:3,4
So sorry for your loss. Keeping all in thoughts and prayers.
We are so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I know you loved him dearly and he sounded like a great family man. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and. prayers. May you be comforted by many precious memories.
My condolences to the family. Mr.Waterfield is now in the arms of Jesus.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!! May you feel God’s loving arms around you during this time of loss and all the days ahead!