Eileen Frances Cubbage

December 24, 1958 - May 17, 2019

Eileen Frances Cubbage, 60, of Chesapeake, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 at her home. A memorial service will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory at 929 S Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake.

Eileen Cubbage Chief Yeoman was a Navy Veteran. She served on the USS Kearsarge during the Gulf War. She retired from the Navy in 2006 and the Naval School of Music was her final duty station. She then returned to the school as the Commanding Officer’s Secretary in mid-2008 and held that position until May, 2015.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Michael Potter, her son Shane Cubbage, her brother Gary Rucienski and wife Dianne, one nephew and one niece. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Sonja Rucienski and her first husband Forrest Cubbage.

Visitation will begin at noon on Wednesday at the funeral home. Flowers are appreciated and may be sent to the funeral home. You may address condolences to the family by visiting www.altmeyerfh.com.

Visitation Information

Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home - Chesapeake Chapel

929 Battlefield Blvd S

Chesapeake, VA 23322

(757) 482-3311 | Map

Service Information

Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Time: 1:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home - Chesapeake Chapel

929 Battlefield Blvd S

Chesapeake, VA 23322

(757) 482-3311 | Map

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bella merk posted on 5/9/20

i miss you momma, tomorrow is mothers day

Jim Robo posted on 6/12/19

I worked with Eileen almost her entire time at the School of Music. She was caring and compassionate always willing to lend a helping hand. From my wife and myself, we offer our most sincere condolences.

Jason Rucienski posted on 6/12/19

Rest in peace, Aunt Eileen! 'Comfort us in our sorrows at the death of our sister [my aunt]; let our faith be our consolation, and eternal life our hope!' -Book of Common Prayer, p. 497

Mary Eileen and William (Bill) Braund posted on 6/11/19

I met Eileen when she worked in Code 50, SPARWARS, Chesapeake in early 2001. I was in Code 52 at the time. I retired from the Command in February 2001. She was very open and we got along well, I believe we hit it off initially because she and my wife shared the same name. It has been several years since I have seen her, but I remember her well. God Bless you Eileen.

Rennay Gilchrist-Gamble posted on 6/11/19

Served with Eileen on board the PUGET SOUND and at the School of Music. She always managed to make me laugh. Rest in Heaven Eileen.

John Upchurch posted on 6/11/19

Served with her onboard the Kearsarge, she was a great friend!

Sheila Coleman posted on 6/10/19

So sorry to hear of Eileen’s passing. She was a kind and supportive friend. She will be greatly missed!

Dianne Koonce Rucienski posted on 6/10/19

Forever loved

Charla Potter posted on 6/9/19

Always being there for us

Charla Potter posted on 6/9/19

I'm just so thankful for the little bit of time I was blessed to be a part of her life!thank you auntie for being then one person in my life for accepting me for me!for showing my family and grandchildren and children so much love!I know you're at peace now.I love and miss you so so much!

Louise posted on 6/9/19

Eileen and I were bestfriends since we were 7 years old. I miss miss our regular talks. Rest in peace my friend.

Louise posted on 6/9/19

Eileen and I had been bestfriends since we were 7 years old. I will miss talking to her on a daily basis. Rest in peace my friend till we see each other again.

Rachael Rucienski posted on 6/9/19

Eileen was a sweet, generous but tortured soul of regrets...I pray she is finally at peace

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