Local Obituaries for Montgomery County Community

Charlie Surface Costigan Jr.

Aug 12, 2021

Charlie Surface Costigan, Jr., 79, of Christiansburg, was promoted to glory on August 12, 2021. Charlie was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant after 38 years of service, and was a faithful member of Bible Baptist Church. Charlie's favorite thing to do was play with and spoil his two beloved...

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Kenneth Large

Aug 4, 2021

Kenneth Large, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, left is earthly home and gained his angel wings on August 4, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nyoka Large; brothers, Roy Lee Large, Jimmy Large; and sister, Nancy Artrip. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Melissa Kittinger Large; stepdaughters, Reba Hamlett (Chris), Cierra Standifur (Isaac –...

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Joseph Huston 'Joey' Stump

Aug 3, 2021

Joseph Huston ‘Joey’ Stump, 60, of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. Joey had a love of family and his dogs. He was the farm manager for Teel Farms, and attended New Hope Church of God. He was a former member of the Christiansburg Rescue Squad. Joey was preceded in death by his parents, Riley and Irene Stump;...

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James W. 'Jim' Kirk

Aug 2, 2021

James W. Kirk ‘Jim’, born on July 4, 1932, to the late Jennette Osborne Kirk and Glen Elvin Kirk, passed on to his Heavenly Home on August 2, 2021, with his loving niece, Judy Price by his side. Born in Smyth County he attended Sugar Grove High School and graduated from The American School in Illinois and began his career...

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Karen Sue Mowles

Jul 31, 2021

Karen Sue Mowles made her journey from earth to heaven on July 31st, 2021. She was born December 14th, 1959 in Montgomery County. Karen spent her life serving others as a nurse and loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She touched so many lives with her kindness, humor, and tender heart. She will be forever loved and missed. She is...

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Samuel 'Sammy' Snowden Snuffer III

Jul 31, 2021

Samuel (Sammy) Snowden Snuffer III, 65, of Pulaski, Virginia, passed away on July 31, 2021. Sam was born on February 1, 1956 in Middlesboro, KY. He was a 1974 graduate of Christiansburg High School. Sam was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to everyone. He was proceeded in death by his parents Samuel and Marion Snuffer. Sam is survived...

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James & Joshua Elam

Jul 28, 2021

James Louis Elam & Joshua Mark Elam On July 27th, 2021, doctors did not detect any heartbeat for James or Joshua. On July 28th, 2021, James and Joshua were born to parents Hanna Vess Elam and Bryan Mark Elam at 4:18pm and 4:19pm, respectively. When the parents saw their boys in-person for the first time, they immediately noticed familial resemblances...

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Jennifer Thompson Price

Jul 27, 2021

Jennifer Thompson Price made her journey from earth to Heaven on July 27, 2021. She is cancer free and in the arms of Jesus. She was born May 16, 1973 in Marion, VA. Her beautiful smile drew everyone to her and her funny, mischievous personality made a gloomy day bright. Her sweet tender and loving heart touched so many lives....

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Henry Wilmon Nixon

Jul 26, 2021

Henry Wilmon Nixon, 87, of Christiansburg, VA passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. Henry was born in Christiansburg,VA on February 23, 1934. He graduated from Christiansburg High School. He was veteran from the United States Army. He was a lifelong, respected resident of Christiansburg, VA. He was a delivery man for Clover...

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James Brittan Young

Jul 21, 2021

James Brittan Young, age 30 of Christiansburg, passed away on July 21, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Imogene Thompson; grandparents, James Ray and Lois Jean Young; and uncle, Rob Sowell, Jr. He is survived by his parents, James Ray Young II and Bridgette Annette Young-Glass; His loving soulmate, Rachel Rutledge and his greatest blessing, a son,...

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John Francis "Jack" Sharlow

Jul 21, 2021

John Francis “Jack” Sharlow, 79, of Dublin, VA, formerly from Batavia, NY, passed peacefully into eternity on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 while at home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis Alfred Sharlow and Esther Irene (Bowen) Sharlow; son-in-law, Neil Randall Waters; and a precious great-granddaughter, Charlee Mayne Sharlow. Jack is survived by his...

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David Allen Johnson

Jul 16, 2021

David Allen Johnson, passed away, Friday, July 16, 2021 at his home in Christiansburg VA. David loved to spend time with his family and pets as well as fishing. David was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Johnson, Shirley Williams, and stepfather Jess Williams; brothers, Michael Johnson, Donnie Johnson, Ronnie Johnson. Survivors include his wife, Monica Johnson; son, Elijah...

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Olen Eugene "Gene" Pearson

Jul 16, 2021

Olen Eugene “Gene” Pearson passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 16, 2021 in Christiansburg, VA at the age of 56. Eugene was born October 13, 1964 in Austin Texas to Olen & Ada Frances (Gibson) Pearson. He was a 1983 graduate of A. N. McCallum High School as a star basketball player and member of the band, playing trombone and...

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Opal Gray Nixon

Jul 15, 2021

Opal Gray Nixon of Christiansburg passed away peacefully at her home on July 15, 2021. She was a devoted wife to Grover for 67 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Opal adored her grandsons for whom 'She'd do anything for’. She was a second mother to many friends and relatives through the years. Opal was very active in...

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David Brian King

Jul 13, 2021

David Brian King, 55, of Christiansburg passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. David was preceded in death by his mother, Jane King and his three brothers, Michael King, Joey Harney, and Billy King. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Wanda King; son, Brian King; step-son, Thomas Jones and wife Joanne; 6 step-great-grandchildren, Christian Hamlin, Timmy Hamlin,...

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Glada Mae (Dickerson) Dulaney

Jul 13, 2021

Glada Mae (Dickerson) Dulaney passed away on July 13, 2021 after a short illness. She was 95 years old. Glada was born on February 27th, 1927 to Clayton and Ora Dickerson. She moved to Radford to work at the Ribbon Mill and then Inland Motor, where she continued to work until she was 75. She married J. Russell Dulaney in...

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Zelma Howery Graham

Jul 13, 2021

Our loving mother, Zelma Howery Graham, age 88 of Christiansburg, VA took flight with the angels on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. She was born in Floyd, VA on January 15, 1933 to the late Frank and Margaret Howery. Zell is survived by her son, Everette ‘Marty’ Graham (Jewelynn) of Powhatan, VA; daughter, Susan Camper (Carl) of Riner, VA; as well...

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Sandra J. Osborne

Jul 12, 2021

Sandra J. Osborne, 51, of Christiansburg passed away July 6, 2021. She was a big hearted woman who would give you anything she had. We will miss her calling us all dork. Sandra is preceded in death by her father, Isaac Osborne and her stepmother, who she called Little Mamma. She is survived by her sons, Spencer Osborne and Alan...

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Gilbert W. Chafin

Jul 11, 2021

Gilbert W. Chafin, 85 of Christiansburg, died at his home on Sunday, July 11, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Doris Martin; sons, Michael Chafin (Sylvia), Barry Chafin (Cindy), and Stuart Chafin (Kristy); daughters, Lori Mitcham (David), Edwina Martin; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a special couple, Ray and Gale Helmick, whom he called...

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Leonard Jackson "Jack" Akers

Jul 9, 2021

Leonard Jackson Akers, 93, 0f Christiansburg, VA died at his home on Friday, July 9, 2021. He is survived by his son, Leonard Barry Akers and his wife Donna, and granddaughter, McKenzie Akers of Christiansburg; as well as his daughter, Cindy Porterfield, and husband Jim Hawley of Christiansburg; granddaughter, Dr. Carrie Porterfield Neal and husband, Dr. Jeff Neal; and great-grandchildren...

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