PORTSMOUTH—Vernon Joseph Hash, 69, passed away April 4, 2021. He was born in Portsmouth to the late Vernon J. Hash and Helen Haywood Sherrill.

Vernon was employed in the chemical industry for over 45 years. He enjoyed his rock club, woodworking, fishing, computers, and spending time with the family.

Vernon is survived by his wife of 46 years, Shirley; his son, Vernon J. Hash Jr. (Amber Harris); his daughter, Angela Miller (Bryant Mullen); grandchildren Wesley Hash, Tyler Miller, Amy Miller, Peyson Hash, Leland Mullen, Matthew Mullen; sisters (in-laws) Carol Connolly, Mary Ann Hansen (John Hansen); multiple nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 8, at Foster Funeral Home, 1926 High St., Portsmouth. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 9, at Olive Branch Cemetery, 2 Cpl. J. M. Williams Ave., Portsmouth. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.