Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Mathew James Habersack

Mathew James Habersack

Jan 5, 2015

Mathew James Habersack, 38, of Christiansburg, passed away on January 5, 2015. Matt obtained his Master’s Degree at Virginia Tech in Biological Systems Engineering. He enjoyed hunting, cooking, and was very interested in trees. Matt is survived by his wife, Laura Marguerite Habersack; parents, James Joseph and Vickie Lynn Habersack, of Cumberland, Maryland; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James and Janet McGrath;...

Janet Van Lierop Caverly

Janet Van Lierop Caverly

Jan 4, 2015

Janet Van Lierop Caverly, 84, of Christiansburg passed away January 4, 2014 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital of unknown lymphoma, pneumonia, and other complications. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was preceded in death by her parents, Henry John & Anna Van Lierop; son-in-law, Michael Overstreet; brother, John Van Lierop and sister, Marta de Dreu. Survivors include her beloved husband of 62...

Florence Louise Stokes

Florence Louise Stokes

Jan 4, 2015

Florence Stokes of Christiansburg, went to the Lord on January 4, 2015. Mrs. Stokes was born in Newark, New Jersey on July 26, 1920. She lived in Morris Plains, NJ. Mrs. Stokes was a dedicated School Guard/Matron for 35 years. She was preceded in death by Elmer Stokes, Sr., her husband of 39 years. She is survived by her sister,...

Ann Daingerfield Hart

Ann Daingerfield Hart

Jan 2, 2015

Ann Elizabeth Daingerfield Hart, 85, of Christiansburg died January 2, 2015. Born May 12, 1929, in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, to Asa Rexford Daingerfield and Juanita Brown White Daingerfield. Ann also lived in New Jersey and Maryland before moving to Virginia in 1937. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, and a son, Rex Hart. She is survived by a...

Clyde Brown Sisson

Clyde Brown Sisson

Dec 30, 2014

Clyde Brown Sisson, 96, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2014, surrounded by family at his homeplace in Shawsville, VA. Clyde was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Hester Wickham Sisson, and his brothers, Boyd Dudley Sisson and William Shelburne Sisson. Surviving are his sister, Lorene Sowder Pearman, and his three devoted children: Clyde Daniel Sisson and wife...

James Ellis Tinley

James Ellis Tinley

Dec 28, 2014

James E. Tinley, 67 of Elliston VA (formerly from Radford) passed into the arms of angels on this date with his best friend by his side. In the early morning hours of December, 28 2014 a best friend, best Daddy and best “Popaw” left his earthly bond for a new home in Heaven free from pain and suffering. Leaving his...

Roxie Mae Akers

Roxie Mae Akers

Dec 27, 2014

Roxie Reed Akers, 97, of Christiansburg, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 27, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curgless G. Akers; and sons, Harold G. Akers and Donald W. Akers. Roxie is survived by her children, James Akers and wife, Sarah, Lewis Akers and wife, Bea, Sam Akers and wife, Pearl, Kathy...

Geraldine Carrie Hutchison

Geraldine Carrie Hutchison

Dec 21, 2014

Geraldine Carrie Hutchinson, 69, of Blacksburg, passed away Dec. 21, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, William Hutchison; children, Pamela H. Altizer & husband, Jay; Kay Custer & late husband, Robert; David Hutchison; Crystal Wiley and Donna Hutchison; 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. People may come by the funeral home without the family present to...

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr.

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr.

Dec 21, 2014

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr., 63, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 21, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Myles Willard and Louise Koontz Bittinger; sister, Patricia Wykle; brother-in-law, Bob Defibaugh. He is survived by his wife, Vicki Sue McCann Bittinger; ex-wife and special friend, Diane Bittinger; sons, Lil Raymond Bittinger and wife, Emily, and Justin Bittinger; grandchildren,...

Randy Brian Casar

Randy Brian Casar

Dec 20, 2014

Randy Brian Casar, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 20, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand and Hazel Casar. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Casar; as well as other extended family and friends. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with...

Dania Price Ayers

Dania Price Ayers

Dec 16, 2014

Dania Price Ayers of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on December 16, 2014, at the age of 51. Dania was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Kirby Lucas; and her father, David George Price. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Kirk Duane Ayers; their son, Wesley Daniel Ayers and his wife, Karen; and the...

Michael Lee Dingus

Michael Lee Dingus

Dec 16, 2014

Michael Lee Dingus, 38, of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2014. He was preceded in death by his dad, Dennis Dingus. Michael is survived by his mom, Kathy Dingus; sister, Tammy Brown; niece, Leah Sumner; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Michael attended Auburn High School and obtained an Associate Degree...

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

Dec 13, 2014

William Gerald ‘Billy’ Wright, 78, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014, with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer. Billy served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred L. Wright. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Ruby S. Wright;...

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dec 12, 2014

Dreama Wimmer Miller, 52, of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on Friday December 12, 2014. She was born in Roanoke, a daughter to the late George R. and Nannie Sue Wimmer. Also preceded in death by son, Matthew R. Miller; and brother; Ricky L. Wimmer. Survived by her son, James W. Miller II and girlfriend Kayla; granddaughter, Larissa...

Nina Margaret Bogan

Nina Margaret Bogan

Dec 11, 2014

Nina Margaret Bogan, 76, of Blacksburg, and originally of Big Stone Gap, VA, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Juanita Frazier; husband, Carlye Bogan; and her sister, Helen Coomer. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Nelson and husband, Kenny; grandson, Zackary Nelson, all of...

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Dec 4, 2014

Mary Margaret Sweeney Nolen, 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 4, 2014. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 8, 2014, from 9-11 a.m. at Horne Funeral Home and the Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Chapel.

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Dec 3, 2014

Helen Lawrence Dobbins, 97, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2014. The Graveside Service will be held on Friday, November 5, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. Friends may call at Horne Funeral Home anytime Thursday between 12 noon and 5 p.m.

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Dec 3, 2014

Mary Ann Whitescarver of Riner, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was born in Franklin County, Va., on October 27, 1946. She graduated from Franklin County High School and attended Radford University. She lived most of her life at Smith Mountain Lake, Va. Mary Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was very active in her younger...

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Dec 3, 2014

Berneta Mae Metcalf, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Kim and Cindy. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, James ‘Jim’ Metcalf; children, Jesse James Metcalf and wife, Nancy, and Melody Mae Sutphin and husband, Ben; grandchildren, Crystal Metcalf, Jesse James Metcalf, Jr., Harmony Mae Sutphin, David...

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Dec 1, 2014

Frances Elizabeth Lovern, 71, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 1, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Onie Martin; husband, Melvin Lovern; son, Clifton Lovern; grandsons, Joshua Blevins, Daniel Harney, and Shaun Whittaker; and great-granddaughter, Skylan Amos. She is survived by her sons, Donnie Lovern and wife, April, Roger Lovern and wife, Jennifer, Calvin Lovern,...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Mathew James Habersack

Mathew James Habersack

Jan 5, 2015

Mathew James Habersack, 38, of Christiansburg, passed away on January 5, 2015. Matt obtained his Master’s Degree at Virginia Tech in Biological Systems Engineering. He enjoyed hunting, cooking, and was very interested in trees. Matt is survived by his wife, Laura Marguerite Habersack; parents, James Joseph and Vickie Lynn Habersack, of Cumberland, Maryland; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James and Janet McGrath;...

Janet Van Lierop Caverly

Janet Van Lierop Caverly

Jan 4, 2015

Janet Van Lierop Caverly, 84, of Christiansburg passed away January 4, 2014 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital of unknown lymphoma, pneumonia, and other complications. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was preceded in death by her parents, Henry John & Anna Van Lierop; son-in-law, Michael Overstreet; brother, John Van Lierop and sister, Marta de Dreu. Survivors include her beloved husband of 62...

Florence Louise Stokes

Florence Louise Stokes

Jan 4, 2015

Florence Stokes of Christiansburg, went to the Lord on January 4, 2015. Mrs. Stokes was born in Newark, New Jersey on July 26, 1920. She lived in Morris Plains, NJ. Mrs. Stokes was a dedicated School Guard/Matron for 35 years. She was preceded in death by Elmer Stokes, Sr., her husband of 39 years. She is survived by her sister,...

Ann Daingerfield Hart

Ann Daingerfield Hart

Jan 2, 2015

Ann Elizabeth Daingerfield Hart, 85, of Christiansburg died January 2, 2015. Born May 12, 1929, in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, to Asa Rexford Daingerfield and Juanita Brown White Daingerfield. Ann also lived in New Jersey and Maryland before moving to Virginia in 1937. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, and a son, Rex Hart. She is survived by a...

Clyde Brown Sisson

Clyde Brown Sisson

Dec 30, 2014

Clyde Brown Sisson, 96, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2014, surrounded by family at his homeplace in Shawsville, VA. Clyde was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Hester Wickham Sisson, and his brothers, Boyd Dudley Sisson and William Shelburne Sisson. Surviving are his sister, Lorene Sowder Pearman, and his three devoted children: Clyde Daniel Sisson and wife...

James Ellis Tinley

James Ellis Tinley

Dec 28, 2014

James E. Tinley, 67 of Elliston VA (formerly from Radford) passed into the arms of angels on this date with his best friend by his side. In the early morning hours of December, 28 2014 a best friend, best Daddy and best “Popaw” left his earthly bond for a new home in Heaven free from pain and suffering. Leaving his...

Roxie Mae Akers

Roxie Mae Akers

Dec 27, 2014

Roxie Reed Akers, 97, of Christiansburg, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 27, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curgless G. Akers; and sons, Harold G. Akers and Donald W. Akers. Roxie is survived by her children, James Akers and wife, Sarah, Lewis Akers and wife, Bea, Sam Akers and wife, Pearl, Kathy...

Geraldine Carrie Hutchison

Geraldine Carrie Hutchison

Dec 21, 2014

Geraldine Carrie Hutchinson, 69, of Blacksburg, passed away Dec. 21, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, William Hutchison; children, Pamela H. Altizer & husband, Jay; Kay Custer & late husband, Robert; David Hutchison; Crystal Wiley and Donna Hutchison; 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. People may come by the funeral home without the family present to...

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr.

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr.

Dec 21, 2014

Raymond Myles Bittinger Sr., 63, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 21, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Myles Willard and Louise Koontz Bittinger; sister, Patricia Wykle; brother-in-law, Bob Defibaugh. He is survived by his wife, Vicki Sue McCann Bittinger; ex-wife and special friend, Diane Bittinger; sons, Lil Raymond Bittinger and wife, Emily, and Justin Bittinger; grandchildren,...

Randy Brian Casar

Randy Brian Casar

Dec 20, 2014

Randy Brian Casar, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 20, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand and Hazel Casar. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Casar; as well as other extended family and friends. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with...

Dania Price Ayers

Dania Price Ayers

Dec 16, 2014

Dania Price Ayers of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on December 16, 2014, at the age of 51. Dania was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Kirby Lucas; and her father, David George Price. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Kirk Duane Ayers; their son, Wesley Daniel Ayers and his wife, Karen; and the...

Michael Lee Dingus

Michael Lee Dingus

Dec 16, 2014

Michael Lee Dingus, 38, of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2014. He was preceded in death by his dad, Dennis Dingus. Michael is survived by his mom, Kathy Dingus; sister, Tammy Brown; niece, Leah Sumner; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Michael attended Auburn High School and obtained an Associate Degree...

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

Dec 13, 2014

William Gerald ‘Billy’ Wright, 78, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014, with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer. Billy served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred L. Wright. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Ruby S. Wright;...

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dec 12, 2014

Dreama Wimmer Miller, 52, of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on Friday December 12, 2014. She was born in Roanoke, a daughter to the late George R. and Nannie Sue Wimmer. Also preceded in death by son, Matthew R. Miller; and brother; Ricky L. Wimmer. Survived by her son, James W. Miller II and girlfriend Kayla; granddaughter, Larissa...

Nina Margaret Bogan

Nina Margaret Bogan

Dec 11, 2014

Nina Margaret Bogan, 76, of Blacksburg, and originally of Big Stone Gap, VA, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Juanita Frazier; husband, Carlye Bogan; and her sister, Helen Coomer. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Nelson and husband, Kenny; grandson, Zackary Nelson, all of...

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Dec 4, 2014

Mary Margaret Sweeney Nolen, 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 4, 2014. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 8, 2014, from 9-11 a.m. at Horne Funeral Home and the Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Chapel.

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Dec 3, 2014

Helen Lawrence Dobbins, 97, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2014. The Graveside Service will be held on Friday, November 5, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. Friends may call at Horne Funeral Home anytime Thursday between 12 noon and 5 p.m.

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Dec 3, 2014

Mary Ann Whitescarver of Riner, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was born in Franklin County, Va., on October 27, 1946. She graduated from Franklin County High School and attended Radford University. She lived most of her life at Smith Mountain Lake, Va. Mary Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was very active in her younger...

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Dec 3, 2014

Berneta Mae Metcalf, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Kim and Cindy. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, James ‘Jim’ Metcalf; children, Jesse James Metcalf and wife, Nancy, and Melody Mae Sutphin and husband, Ben; grandchildren, Crystal Metcalf, Jesse James Metcalf, Jr., Harmony Mae Sutphin, David...

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Dec 1, 2014

Frances Elizabeth Lovern, 71, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 1, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Onie Martin; husband, Melvin Lovern; son, Clifton Lovern; grandsons, Joshua Blevins, Daniel Harney, and Shaun Whittaker; and great-granddaughter, Skylan Amos. She is survived by her sons, Donnie Lovern and wife, April, Roger Lovern and wife, Jennifer, Calvin Lovern,...

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