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     Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell was born on 21 August 1956 in Onancock, Virginia. He was the son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell married Connie Marie Reid on 21 August 1976. Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell and Connie Marie Reid were divorced on 6 September 1988 at Accomack County, Virginia. Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell married Mary Edwards after 1989. Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell died on 28 June 2015 in Parksley, Virginia, at age 58. He was buried on 4 July 2015 at Mt. Nebo Cemetery, Onancock, Virginia.

     Mary Edwards married Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell, son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney, after 1989.

     Connie Marie Reid married Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell, son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney, on 21 August 1976. Connie Marie Reid and Kevin Nathaniel Bagwell were divorced on 6 September 1988 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Beverly Ann Bagwell was born on 14 September 1953 in Pennsylvannia. She was the daughter of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Beverly Ann Bagwell married Bruce Eugene Bagwell, son of Ernest Reed Bagwell Jr. and Rosetta Griffin, on 23 June 1987 at Accomack County, Virginia. Beverly Ann Bagwell died before 2024.

     Juanita Bagwell is the daughter of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Juanita Bagwell married (?) Yarrell after 1980.

     Tobitha Thomas Bagwell is the daughter of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Tobitha Thomas Bagwell married Charles Albert Mapp on 13 October 1973 at Cheriton, Northampton County, Virginia. Tobitha Thomas Bagwell married Robert Lee after 1980.

     Robert Bagwell is the son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Robert Bagwell married Sarah (?) after 1977.

     Donald Rogers Bagwell was born on 6 April 1961 in Virginia. He was the son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. Donald Rogers Bagwell married Marga Olivia Rogers on 22 April 1989 at Hampton County, Virginia. Donald Rogers Bagwell married Adeline McTavous on 28 December 2013 at Accomac, Virginia. Donald Rogers Bagwell died on 8 October 2024 in Riverside Hospital, Newport News, Virginia, at age 63


Donald Rogers Bagwell was born to Dorothy Bagwell and the late Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell, Sr. on April 6, 1961. He departed this life on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, Virginia.

At an early age, Donald was baptized and became a member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, where he was part of the youth choir.

Donald received his education in the public schools of Accomack County, Virginia. He was a graduate of Onancock High School, Onancock, Virginia. He also graduated from the electronics program at the Eastern Shore Community College, Melfa, Virginia. He later became a Commercial Pilot Airplane Single & Multi Engine Land Instrument Airplane rated pilot. This is where his passion for aviation and software development began.

Donald, affectionately referred to by his family and close friends as “Duck” or “Don” by his colleagues and friends, worked at NASA, Wallops Island, Virginia for several years. He then relocated to the Hampton Roads area and worked at the Newport News Shipyard. Donald then re-started his career at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. where he worked for 33 years until he retired. Donald traveled the world while working for NASA Langley, visiting countries such as Australia, China, England, Brazil, and Japan, sometimes visiting some of those countries more than once. As a result of his travels, he made valuable contributions as a member of numerous working teams that received notable awards for their NASA achievements, providing weather-dependent, dynamic wake vortex spacing criteria to improve airport capacity safely. Thus, allowing the public to fly safer and quickly reach destinations.

Along with his passion for aviation and software development, he also loved roller skating and martial arts, Shorin Ryu style, to be specific. Tutored by his mentor…the late Franklin Hargrove, Donald trained and taught many students as he worked his way to earning a third-degree black belt. As part of his grand opening ceremony for his karate studio, he broke 10 stacked blocks of ice using his bare hand!

Donald loved sharing his knowledge and piloting experience with students, aeronautic clubs, colleges/universities, and other community forums. He was involved with various projects that helped schools and colleges improve their technology utilization. Donald was very proud of his involvement in ensuring the Tuskegee Airmen received the recognition they earned and deserved, serving first as chair of the Tuskegee Airmen Tidewater Chapter Youth Program, and subsequently as a leading member of the Youth Aviation Committee of the National Tuskegee Airmen Association. On any given day, you could find Donald at an airport talking with fellow pilots or flying his family members, friends and clients.

Donald was beloved by family, friends, and colleagues, always providing help, friendship, and

wisdom. He had a rare gift of connecting with people, putting them at ease no matter what the

situation was. Most importantly, he was a man of God; never boastful, or contentious. Donald was joyful to be around with his ever-present kindness and faith. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

Donald was preceded in death by his father, Thomas N. Bagwell, Sr., sister Beverly Bagwell and brothers Kevin Bagwell & Thomas N. Bagwell, Jr. He leaves to celebrate his life: his mother, Mrs. Dorothy Bagwell; one daughter, Shannon White, one granddaughter Oliva, two sisters, Tobitha (Robert) Lee of Accomac, VA, and Juanita (Gary) Yarrell of Greenville, NC, two brothers, Robert (Sarah) Bagwell of Newark, DE and Michael (Keva) Bagwell of Chesapeake, VA, and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.

Lovingly Submitted,

The Family.

     Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell Jr. was born on 31 August 1965 in Nassawadox, Northampton County, Virginia. He was the son of Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell and Dorothy Marie Finney. He was a United States Air Force veteran. Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell Jr. married Sherri Len Fletcher on 12 March 1993 at Accomack County, Virginia. Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell Jr. and Sherri Len Fletcher were divorced on 25 February 2010 at Accomack County, Virginia. Thomas Nathaniel Bagwell Jr. died on 19 February 2017 in Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox, Virginia, at age 51.

     (?) Mitchell married Marion Elizabeth Bagwell, son of Julius Raymond Bagwell and Mary Magdalene Stevens, after 1957.

     Phillip Drummond Bagwell was born on 27 March 1934 in Accomack County, Virginia.¹ He was the son of Coley Fitzhugh Bagwell and Beatrice Drummond.¹ Phillip Drummond Bagwell appeared on the 1950 United States Federal Census for Lee, Accomack County, Virginia, enumerated on 11 April 1950. He married Rosa Lee Walker on 1 May 1960 at Maryland. Phillip Drummond Bagwell lived on 22 October 1986 in Melfa, Accomack County, Virginia. He died on 30 March 2024 in Accomack County, Virginia, at age 90


Phillip Drummond Bagwell was born on March 27, 1934, in Accomack County, Virginia, to Coley and Beatrice Bagwell. He was called to eternal rest Saturday, March 30, 2024, while at home with loved ones by his side.

Phillip was educated in the Accomack County Public School system. He accepted Christ and joined Gaskins Chapel AME Church at a young age. He proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged earning the Good Conduct medal.

Phillip married the love of his life, Rosa Walker, on May 1, 1960, in Maryland. They shared many years of marital bliss and five children together. Phillip and Rosa loved their family and opened their home to their sisters, brothers, nieces, and nephews as a haven for many holiday gatherings and summer vacations.

Phillip was well respected and liked in his community. He worked at Boggs Water and Sewage for more than 40 years to support his family. He was social with everyone whether he knew them or not. Phillip enjoyed going to the racetrack in Ocean Downs and relaxing in his truck at Doughty’s Market. Even though we've lost a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, God has gained an angel.

Phillip was predeceased by his parents, Coley and Beatrice Bagwell; wife, Rosa Bagwell; siblings, Betty Upshur and Roscoe Bagwell.

Phillip is survived by his two sons and three daughters, Edward Walker of Onancock, VA, Dianne Strand (Larry) of Bloxom, VA, Phillip Bagwell Sr. of Yale, VA, Elsie Giddens of Onancock, VA, and Marian Bagwell-Moore (Kevin) of Fayetteville, NC.

His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Deametrious Bagwell, Sr. (Toni), LaTanya Major (Earl), April Bagwell, Larry Strand, Jr., Phillip Bagwell, Jr., Kristopher Bagwell, LaDonna Griffin (Joshua), Devion Richardson, Alexis Moore, and Asa Moore; his great-grandchildren, Devin Wesells, Jasmine Bagwell, Kevarius Howard, Deametrious Bagwell, Jr., Isaiah Bagwell, MóNee Strand, Dorien Bagwell, Arielle Bagwell-Smith, Elizabeth Griffin, and Jeremiah Griffin; and two great, great-grandchildren, Devion Wesells and Keylan Howard.

Memories of Phillip’s childhood ages will continue to be shared by his brothers and sisters, Pauline Williams of Dallas, TX, Rosetta Smith of Philadelphia, PA, Herbert Bagwell of Philadelphia, PA, and Annie Boston of Catonsville, MD.

Laughter and special memories will always be remembered by his three sisters-in-law, Daisy Fletcher, Juanita Hamilton, and Ruth Davis, all of Paterson, NJ; daughter-in-law, Millie Bagwell; niece, Sheila Walker; special friends, Bernice White, Pete Toppin, George Ames, and George Webb; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Lovingly submitted,
The Family.


He was buried on 6 April 2024 at Gaskins Chapel A.M.E. Church Cemetery, Onancock, Virginia.

     Rosa Lee Walker married Phillip Drummond Bagwell, son of Coley Fitzhugh Bagwell and Beatrice Drummond, on 1 May 1960 at Maryland.

     Phillip Drummond Bagwell Jr. is the son of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker. Phillip Drummond Bagwell Jr. married Millie Dinnette Glover on 5 January 1980 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Millie Dinnette Glover married Phillip Drummond Bagwell Jr., son of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker, on 5 January 1980 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Dianne Bagwell is the daughter of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker. Dianne Bagwell married Larry Durell Strand on 21 June 1975 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Larry Durell Strand married Dianne Bagwell, daughter of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker, on 21 June 1975 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Elsie Mae Bagwell is the daughter of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker. Elsie Mae Bagwell married George Edward Moore on 24 September 1983 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     George Edward Moore married Elsie Mae Bagwell, daughter of Phillip Drummond Bagwell and Rosa Lee Walker, on 24 September 1983 at Accomack County, Virginia.

     Myrtle Lavonia Chandler was born on 28 January 1928 in Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia. She and Floyd Eugene Bagwell lived in 1945 in Doughery County, Virginia. As of 28 August 1945,her married name was Bagwell. Myrtle Lavonia Chandler married Floyd Eugene Bagwell, son of Charlie Benjamin Bagwell and Viola Roberts, on 28 August 1945 at Salisbury, Maryland. Myrtle Lavonia Chandler died on 16 April 1991 at age 63. She was buried at Mount Saint Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield, Hartford County, Connecticut.¹

     Floyd Eugene Bagwell Jr. is the son of Floyd Eugene Bagwell and Myrtle Lavonia Chandler. Floyd Eugene Bagwell Jr. married Ethel Mae Young on 8 December 1967 at Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia.

     Ethel Mae Young married Floyd Eugene Bagwell Jr., son of Floyd Eugene Bagwell and Myrtle Lavonia Chandler, on 8 December 1967 at Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia.

     Jonathan Bagwell is the son of Floyd Eugene Bagwell and Myrtle Lavonia Chandler. Jonathan Bagwell married Natalie Joanne Ellis on 4 November 1994 at Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia. Jonathan Bagwell and Natalie Joanne Ellis were divorced on 17 May 2010 at Hampton, Virginia.

     Gayle Lavesta Bagwell is the daughter of Floyd Eugene Bagwell and Myrtle Lavonia Chandler.

     Floyd Eugene Bagwell III is the son of Floyd Eugene Bagwell Jr. and Ethel Mae Young.

     Natalie Joanne Ellis married Jonathan Bagwell, son of Floyd Eugene Bagwell and Myrtle Lavonia Chandler, on 4 November 1994 at Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia. Natalie Joanne Ellis and Jonathan Bagwell were divorced on 17 May 2010 at Hampton, Virginia.

     Ethelyn Bagwell is the daughter of Floyd Eugene Bagwell Jr. and Ethel Mae Young.¹

     Mitchell Bagwell is the son of Jonathan Bagwell and Natalie Joanne Ellis.

     Chandler Bagwell is the son of Jonathan Bagwell and Natalie Joanne Ellis.

     As of before 1964,her married name was Bagwell. Linda Faye Gamble married Bernie Lee Bagwell, son of James Roy Bagwell and Eula Viola Graham, before 1964. Linda Faye Gamble died on 7 February 1984.

     Jeffrey Lee Bagwell is the son of Bernie Lee Bagwell and Linda Faye Gamble. Jeffrey Lee Bagwell married Synlethia Latash Hurdle on 13 February 1988 at Virginia Beach, Virginia. Jeffrey Lee Bagwell and Synlethia Latash Hurdle were divorced on 11 May 2001 at Chesapeake, Virginia.