Cabell Barker Cummings

Norfolk – Cabell B. Cummings, born August 14, 1977, passed away on September 5, 2026.

Cabell was a man no one will ever forget. Throughout his life, he touched the lives of countless people, leaving behind memories filled with laughter, sarcasm, and the unmistakable joy of simply being Cabell.

From the halls of Norview High School to the grounds of Cape Henry Collegiate, Cabell had a way of making himself part of the places and communities he loved. His humor was quick, his sarcasm was legendary, and his ability to bring joy to those around him was something that made him uniquely Cabell.

Cabell had many titles throughout his life, but none meant more to him than Dad. He was immensely proud of his daughter, Karrigan, and the bond they shared. While he may not have gotten to run the basketball court or baseball diamond alongside her, he was an incredible father who gave her his love, encouragement, and unwavering support. Alongside his loving partner, Kassie Verschelde, the three of them shared a bond like no other.

Cabell had plenty of practice being a great dad through his years working with the children at the Simon Family Jewish Community Center in Virginia Beach. As a Youth Sports director and coach, including through the Maccabi Games, he encouraged countless kids to get involved, work hard, and believe in themselves. Every one of those children held a special place in his giant heart, and many of them will carry a piece of Cabell’s encouragement with them for years to come.

A lifelong sports fan, Cabell loved baseball and just about every sport that could be watched, debated, or turned into a fantasy league. He was also deeply connected to his Cape Henry family, where he built friendships and memories that became an important part of his life.

Some of the memories that seem small at first become the ones that last the longest. For his brother-in-law, Matt Verschelde, that included Cabell taking him shopping as a kid—where Matt somehow always managed to come home with the newest Lego sets because he had conveniently forgotten his wallet. A wink was usually all that was needed to explain how that arrangement worked.

Cabell is survived by his loving partner, Kassie Verschelde, and daughter, Karrigan Cummings; his mother, Jean Cummings; his brother, George Cummings; nieces Olivia and Violet; aunt and uncle, Sandra and Don Carrigan; cousin Kelly Barefoot and his wife, Laura; parents-in-law Kathy and Brad Verschelde; brother-in-law Matthew Verschelde; and grandparents Zora and Hugh Parker and Muriel Verschelde.

He was preceded in death by his Granny, Virginia Waddill; Papa Cary Waddill; and Grandfather Verschelde, who were undoubtedly ready to welcome him when he arrived.

Rather than a traditional farewell, Cabell’s family will celebrate his life with a party honoring the spirit of the man he was. His life was filled with family, friendship, sports, children, laughter, and enough sarcasm to ensure that he will continue to be talked about for a very long time.

In honor of Cabell, Kassie and Karrigan ask that those wishing to remember him consider making a donation to one of the following organizations that meant something to him and the communities he loved: Care 4 Frontline, Cape Henry Collegiate Financial Aid Fund, JCC Maccabi Games, and RAPS (Really Awesome People Swimming).

Cabell’s life reminds us that the greatest legacy is not always something grand. Sometimes it is a daughter who knows how deeply she was loved, a child who remembers the coach who believed in them, a family who still laughs at the stories, and a friend who can make a room a little brighter simply by being in it.

That was Cabell. And that is how he will be remembered.