Ola Machen Obituary
The family of Ola Machen of Norfolk, Virginia announces her passing on September 15, 2026. Ola, born on February 5, 1929, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ola Machen to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Irvin Williams and Iola Harrison Williams; her husband Simpson Machen; her son Joseph L. Machen; and her siblings, Verrenis Beatty, Bonnie Wilson, Roger Williams, Rosevelt Williams, Alice Williams, Darlene Williams, Lottie Williams, John Williams and Robert Williams.
She is survived by: her sister Audrey Williams; her children, Gayle E. Wilson, Michael G. Machen, Milton L. Machen and Billy W. Machen; her grandchildren, Corey Machen, Felicia Stokely (Alan), Litesah Wilson, Jason Carter and Carolina Madrid; her great grandchildren, Lamani Williams, Alexa B. Madrid, Aaron Williams, Jr., Arielle Gilliam, Gianna Gilliam, Lauryn Williams, Brooklyn Machen Madrid and Celine Machen Madrid; her great great grandchildren, Amina and Tyrus Knox; and her friend Susan Carter.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 24th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Ursday Riddick Funeral Service (1225 Norview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23513). A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church (413 E Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510). A burial will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Woodlawn Memorial (6309 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502).
