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RICHMOND TIMES-DISPATCH B6 THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2019 the amount of fraud and the extraordinary amount of money involved'' in the federal conspiracy charges related to his foreign lobbying work and witness tampering. Reading from a three-page statement, Manafort asked for mercy and said the criminal charges V'CUx lis Manafort FromPagaBI The sentencing hearing was a milestone moment in special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into possible coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia in the 2016 election campaign. Manafort was among the first people charged in the invesngation, and though the allegations did not relate to his work for Trump, his foreign entanglements and business relationship with a man the U.S. says has ties to Russian intelligence have made him a pivotal figure in the probe. Though the judge made clear that the case against Manafort had nothing to do with Russian election interference, she also scolded Manafort's lawyers for asserting that their client was only charged because prosecutors couldn't get him on crimes related to potential collusion with the Trump campaign.

"The no-collusion mantra is simply a non sequi-tur," she said, suggesting that those arguments were meant for an audience outside the courtroom presumably a reference to the president, who has not ruled out a pardon. Jackson also harshly criticized Manafort for years of deception that extended even into her own courtroom and the grand jury. She said much of the information he provided to prosecutors after pleading guilty could not be used because of his history of deceit "It is hard to overstate the number of lies and cade and continued even while Manafort was awaiting trial. The prosecutor said Manafort took steps to conceal his foreign lobbying work, laundered millions of dollars to fund a lavish lifestyle and then, while on house arrest, coached other witnesses to lie on his behalf. "I believe that is not reflective of someone who has learned a harsh lesson.

It is not a reflection of remorse," Weissmann said. "It is evidence that something is wrong with sort of a moral compass, that someone in that position would choose to make that decision at that moment" Defense lawyer Kevin Downing suggested Manafort was being unduly punished because of the "media frenzy" generated by the appointment of a special counsel "That results in a very harsh process for the defendant," Downing said. After the hearing, Downing criticized Jackson's sentencing as "callous," "hostile" and "totally unnecessary" as he was shouted down by protesters. Wednesday's sentencing came in a week of activity for the investigation. Mueller's prosecutors on Tuesday night updated a judge on the status of cooperation provided by one defendant, former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn, and are expected to do the same later in the week for another.

Mueller, whose investigation has shown signs of coming to a close, is expected to deliver a report soon to the Justice Department LUTON, Hazel Jones. It is with a heavy heart that the family of Hazel Jones Luton announces her passing on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at the age of 77. Hazel battled cancer for many years, never losing an exceptional passion for life or allowing it to slow her down. Hazel was predeceased by her parents, Sidney Rivers Jones and Lena Whitby Jones; former husband, Bob Black; and 11 brothers and sisters. Hazel will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 25 years, Dr.

James (Pete) Luton; and her children, Kendra Novey, Allison Wrenn and Randy Wrenn (Marcia). Hazel's life was beautifully filled with the love of her eight grandchildren who fondly called her "MiMi," Ashley Henderson (Kenny), Austin Perkins (Jessica), Anne Levy (Jake), Trae Wrenn, Casey Wrenn (Jennifer), Eric Lynch, Jonathan Wrenn and Brent Novey. Hazel adored her greatgrandchildren, Reed, Aiden and Adaline Henderson, Hunter and Wyatt Wrenn and Rooker and Kennah Wrenn. Her family also included four Miniature Schnauzers that were truly loved and adored, Sidney, Baxter, Max and Dieter. Hazel was a treasured staff member of Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Dentistry with a distinguished career that spanned 44 years.

While there, Hazel became beloved by not only the staff and doctors, but by hundreds of students with whom she shared a wonderful relationship. Hazel cherished these special friendships and remained a part of many students' lives well beyond dental school. To this day, she is cherished by the dental community throughout the United States and abroad. Hazel was also the only staff (non-faculty) member to have an endowment named in their honor at the school and was one of only three luminaries to have two different endowments named in their honor. In addition to her love of family, friends, dogs and dentistry, Hazel was a fabulous cook.

Her cakes, cookies and muffins were famous and always in demand. MiMi's Bump Cookies were especially a smash hit with her grandchildren and their friends. Any person who fell ill would also be treated to a special treat or homemade dinner. Hazel's cooking was wonderful, not only for its delicious taste, but because she cooked out of love and concern for all. That was her secret recipe in the kitchen, as well as in life.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019, at 7 p.m. at Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, Midlothian, Va. 23113. Interment will be held at a later date in the family plot at the Greensville Memorial Cemetery, 1250 Skippers Road, Emporia, Va. 23847.

For more information on pending date, please visit www.woodyfuneralhomehuguenot.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the Hazel Luton Scholarship Fund: You may contact givingvcu.edu with any questions about the fund or donations. PRITCHARD, Lottie Turner, born December 5, 1934, in Vaucluse, S.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 11, 2019. She was preceded in death by and has now joined the love of her life, her husband, Charles E. Pritchard her beloved mother, Dorothy Mae Boles Turner; and father, Thomas Pope Turner; brothers, Carl Stone, Barney Stone and Hubert "Bo" Stone.

She is survived by her daughters, Dorothy "Jean" Pritchard Reese (Ronnie) and Eva Charlotta Carla Pritchard (Keenan); sons, Charles E. Pritchard Jr. (Pam) and Thomas Pritchard (Cindy); granddaughters, Nicole "Nikki" Wood (Jordan) and Tiffany M. Pritchard; grandsons, Charles "Trey" E. Pritchard III (Amber), Jacob E.

Pritchard (Keegan), Ethan D. Reese (Ashley), Lee T. Bryant and Alec M. Bryant; great-grandchildren, Ayden Reese, Noah Pritchard, Haley Pritchard and Emma Pritchard; her loving pet companions, Baby and Fluffy; extended family, Deputy Scott Kennedy (Rachel and Kids); numerous nieces, nephews and many beloved friends. Lottie and Charles moved to Richmond, in 1956 to work and raise their family.

Lottie retired from Defense General Supply Center DLA Aviation in 2003, after previously working for Blue Cross and the Virginia Department of Education. She was a heavenly sent, loving and caring mother to her family. Mama's prayer has always been for her family to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Friends may visit the family Friday, March 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at George Funeral Home, 211 Parks Ave.

SW, Aiken, S.C. 2980L Funeral ceremony will be held Saturday, March 16, at 2 p.m. at George Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Vaucluse Cemetery. WATSON, William "Shorty," 85, of Highland Springs, Henrico, passed away on March 12, 2019.

Born on October 10, 1933, Shorty attracted those around him with his friendliness all throughout his life. He made a lasting impression on everyone who met him up until his last moments. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Margaret Watson; his two children, Michael and Valerie (Bob); and his grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Friday, March 15, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Richmond, Va. 23231, where services will be held Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Let's Go Services at httpsywwwJetsgosefvtceiorg.

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff of Memorial Regional Medical Center for their care during his time of illness. Online condolences may be made at www.nelsenrichmond.com. NELSEN TheBest Selected as RTD Best Funeral Home three years In a row. fo MORRISSFIT BvOpS against him have "taken everything from me already." He pleaded with the judge not to impose any Manafort additional time beyond the sentence he received last week in Virginia. "I am sorry for what I have done and all the activities that have gotten us here today," Manafort said in a steady voice.

"While I cannot undo the past, I will ensure that the future will be very different." Manafort, 69, who arrived in court in a wheelchair, said he was the primary caregiver of his wife and wanted the chance for them to resume their life together. "She needs me and I need her. I ask you to think of this and our need for each other as you deliberate," Manafort said. "This case has taken everything from me already my properties, my cash, my life insurance, my trust accounts for my children and my grandchildren, and more." His plea for leniency followed prosecutor Andrew Weissmann's scathing characterization of crimes that the government said spanned more than a de- Brexit FromPigaBl underestimate that risk or its consequences." The chaos will not be settled with the no-deal vote. In fact, the vote was, in many ways, symbolic taking the temperature of lawmakers, more than setting concrete policy.

The vote is not legally binding, nor does it commit the EU to any action. The default legal position remains that Britain will leave the EU on March 29 without a deal unless another agreement is reached. "If Parliament votes repeatedly to say 'the moon is made of it doesn't mean the moon is made of cheese," said Rob Ford, a professor of politics at the University of Manchester. "Parliament can say, repeatedly, that they don't want no deal, but the legal reality is that no deal will happen unless they vote for something else to happen." And even if an extension is granted by the EU, the cuff edge would simply be pushed back, perhaps for a few months. May could seek delay, call for a snap election or try a third time to get a newly amended deal passed.

Or Parliament could call for another Brexit referendum. Without an agreement, Britain would leave with no terms regarding a transition period, payments to the EU budget, the continuation of current fric-tionless trade and visa-free travel, and more. Amber Rudd, a senior Conservative lawmaker, told the BBC on Wednesday morning, "Leaving without a deal would be very bad for our economy, very bad for our security. Lawmakers from the opposition have publicly stated that they oppose crashing out of the bloc Many hardcore Brexi-teers, while a minority of the overall Parliament, embrace the idea of 'no deal' Brexit "I hope that Parliament will vote not to take no deal off the table," Conservative lawmaker Boris Johnson told the BBC before the vote. Johnson, one of the favorites to replace May, said: "It's crazy to disable yourself as you go THOMAS, Virginia Waddill, 98, passed January 19, 2019, in Athens, Tenn.

A native of Hanover County, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Myrtha Calvin Apperson and William Freeman Waddill Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, William Grant Thomas; and her brother, William Freeman Waddill Jr. She was an employee of Miller Rhoads department store and in her retirement, she volunteered at St. Mary's and Bon Secours hospitals. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Thomas Foree (Dr.

Bill) of Athens, Tennessee; four grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. A service will be held on March 16, 2019, at 11 a.m. in Immanuel Episcopal Church, 3263 Old Church Mechanicsville, Virginia. Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home in Athens, Tenn. assisted the family of Mrs.

Thomas. WOOD, Benny Lewis 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Brenda; and his brother, Charlie. He is survived by his sons, Matt (Shannah) and Chris (Tasja); granddaughter, Natalie; siblings, Mark (Susan), Andra (Kenneth) and Sandra; and many other extended relatives and friends. Benny joined the U.S.

Navy in 1959 and served his country aboard the USS Ethan Allen and USS Croaker. Following being honorably discharged in 1963, he received his bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science from VCU. He continued his career within the funeral business until retirement. His passion was baseball and he coached and umpired for many years. He was a huge pillar of the Bethlehem Little League community.

We will honor Benny's fun loving, adventurous spirit at a Celebration of Life on Monday, March 18, at 2 p.m. at Bliley's Funeral Home, 8510 Staples Mill Road. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. into a negotiation. Why would we shoot ourselves in the foot like that?" After warning the House about the perils of no deal, Exchequer Phillip Hammond said May's government and lawmakers should "start to map out a way forward towards building a consensus across this house for a deal we can collectively support to exit the EU in an orderly way" suggesting possible moves toward a softer Brexit In Brussels, EU ambassadors gathered to plot out their next moves, meeting in a morning session that stretched for hours.

Most countries appeared willing to accept some sort of extension to the departure date, if Britain requests it, according to one person familiar with the discussions. But there were disagreements about what Britain would have to promise in order to receive one, and a general feeling that the questions were legally complex enough that they could only truly be resolved when EU leaders meet at the end of next week. Some EU policymakers watched with amazement at Wednesday's maneuvers in the House of Commons, noting the energy being expended on the "Malthouse Compromise" a proposal that the EU sees as the Brits attempting to preserve the divorce deal while stripping out the parts that would guarantee an open Irish border. Since Europeans have repeatedly said over months that such a change would go nowhere, Wednesday's proposals were interpreted as a warning sign that some British lawmakers still have no understanding what is viable on the EU side. That would raise the possibility Britain could slide out of the European Union at the end of the month even if British lawmakers didn't intend to do so.

Brexiteers have been accused of chasing unicorns, conjuring up magical solutions to complex situations like the Irish border problem. That may have been what the EU Council President Donald Tusk known for setting off social media had in mind when he posted a child's unicorn drawing on his In-stagram account. MYERS, James Robert age 87, of Amelia, passed from this life on March 12, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rev. Jane Myers; son, Michael Edward Myers; granddaughter, Stephanie Anne Myers; and sister, Dorothy Myers.

He is survived by his sons, J. R. "Butch" Jr. (Roberta) of Richmond and David Michael Myers (Becky) of Amelia; daughters, Vicki Zimmer of Richmond and Toni Lawrence (Edward) of King William; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Arelene Fultz (Tom). Visiting at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court Amelia, from 4 to 7 p.m.

on Thursday. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, at the Virginia Veterans Cemetery Chapel, with military honors and interment following. Condolences at www.hillsmanhix.com. PRICE, Vincent Wayne, 59, of Richmond, departed this Earth on February 18, 2019.

Contact immediate family for service details. ROBINSON, Gladys, 93, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 11, 2019. She is survived by her son, Arthur Robinson (Phyllis); daughters, Patricia Whelan (Bennie) and Bonnie Walker (David); grandchildren, Eric, Brian, Jennifer, Nathaniel, Brandon, Ryan and Kaitlyn; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur Robinson; parents, Robert and Mabel Ferguson; stepmother, Blanche Ferguson; and three siblings. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

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