Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Lloyd E. Flinchum

Lloyd E. Flinchum

Oct 27, 2021

Lloyd E. Flinchum, 80, of Indian Valley, Va, passed away on October 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mildred Flinchum. He is survived by his son, Wendell Flinchum (Sharon), grandchildren Adam (Sheila), Renea and Alexis and great-grandson Dante. Lloyd is also survived by his brother, James I Flinchum and sister, Nelva Shelton along...

Howard Wood Bandy

Howard Wood Bandy

Oct 26, 2021

Howard Wood Bandy, 94, of Shawsville, VA, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at his home with his family by his side. He was retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #158-147 in 1984. He was the son of the late Frank Bandy and Thelma Otey Bazzery. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife...

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith

Oct 25, 2021

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith passed away peacefully at her home in Radford, VA at the age of 89 on Monday, October 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Alice Smith Flinchum; ten brothers and sisters; husband, Winford T. Meredith; beloved grandson and granddaughter, Michael Keith Meredith and Susan Angela Meredith Beall. She is survived by...

Alton Showalter

Alton Showalter

Oct 20, 2021

On Friday, October 14, 2021, Alton Showalter passed away at his home at the age of 74. Alton was born on March 22, 1947 in Carroll County to Esley and Canary Showalter. Alton was employed at Goodwill Industries for 26 years and took great pride in his work. Alton was preceded in death by his father, Esley and mother Canary....

Joyce Smith Dilello

Joyce Smith Dilello

Oct 19, 2021

Joyce Smith Dilello, 82, of Christiansburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. She was born on July 9, 1939 to the late John and Amanda Link Smith of Newport VA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Dilello; and siblings, John Smith, Jerry Smith, Roger Smith all of Newport, VA, James ‘Jimmy’...

Linda Faye and Kelly Clinton Steele

Linda Faye and Kelly Clinton Steele

Oct 17, 2021

Linda Faye Steele, 69, and her husband, Kelly Clinton Steele, 72, both of Christiansburg, passed away on October 17, 2021. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley Minor Lovern and Dorothy Lee Cromer Lovern; her siblings, Johnnie Lovern, Diane Hughes, and Kathy Brammer; as well as brother-in-law, Charles Agee. She is survived by their daughter, Tammy Godbey (Toby);...

Beatrice Faye Sorah

Beatrice Faye Sorah

Oct 17, 2021

Beatrice Faye Sorah, 68, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 17, 2021. She was preceded in death by her dad, Howard Whitaker; mother, Thelma Dickerson; brother, Michael Whitaker; husband, Johnny Sorah; sister-in-law, Diana Bane; nephew, Shawn Bane; and cousin who was also a good friend, Carolyn Cherry. Faye is survived by her second husband, Buddy...

Dennis Semones

Dennis Semones

Oct 10, 2021

Dennis Semones of Christiansburg, VA stepped into heaven October 10, 2021. He is survived by his faithful wife Betty Beamer Semones whom they celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2017; three sons and their wives Michael and Patti, Mitchell and Leigha, and Brandon and Alison; twelve grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Kaleigh, Kensie, Ryan, Caleb, Matthew, Cristen, Eden, Erik, Luke, Isaac and Ella; brother...

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel

Oct 7, 2021

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel, age 89, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 from heart disease at Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was born on April 13, 1932 in Montgomery County to the late Sidney Clyde and Lela Mae Teel. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Hamilton Teel; and sisters, Opal Teel, Rheba Hamilton, Geneva...

Matthew Clay Moses

Matthew Clay Moses

Oct 6, 2021

Matthew Clay Moses, 35, of Christiansburg passed away on October 6, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle against COVID-19. He was born on June 13, 1986 in Radford, Virginia to Dennis and Teresa Moses. Matthew graduated from Floyd County High School in 2004 and began his career as a mechanic which led him to become a Master ASE...

Larren B. Harvey

Larren B. Harvey

Oct 5, 2021

Larren “Larry” Harvey, of Elliston, VA went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. Larry is survived by his parents, Frank and Joan Harvey; wife of 35 years, Melanie Harvey; daughter, Amber (Decon) Sledd, son, Drew Harvey; granddaughters,...

Rylee Paige Coe

Rylee Paige Coe

Oct 5, 2021

Rylee Paige Coe, age 4 of Floyd, passed away on October 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her mawmaw, Virginia ‘Jenny’ Coe; pawpaw, Robert Conley; pawpaw John Coe, Sr.; and great-grandfather, Elbert Reed. Rylee is survived by her mom, Emily Conley; dad, John Coe; step-siblings, Autumn Coe and Josh Hale; siblings, Isabelle, Haileigh, and Hunter; grandmother, Claudia Burton;...

Wanda Jones

Wanda Jones

Oct 4, 2021

Wanda Jones, 67, of Christiansburg, passed away on October 4, 2021. She was preceded in death by her father, Preston Allen. Wanda is survived by sisters, Libby Dickerson (Lonnie) and Anita Allen; children, Chrystal Long, Tabitha Hollins (Brent), Wendy Archer (Willie Hall), Mercedes Cunningham, and Dorian Jones; her mother, Juanita Allen; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; as well as many special...

Mark S. Patrick

Mark S. Patrick

Oct 1, 2021

Mark S. Patrick, 64, of Christiansburg, VA, went to meet his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 1, 2021 at NRVMC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Evelyn Patrick; and his 2 four-legged best friends, Bud & Lucky. Mark is survived by the love of his life for 36 years, Teresa H. Patrick; daughter, Ashley Patrick and...

Donnie Elwood Hollins

Donnie Elwood Hollins

Sep 29, 2021

Donnie Elwood Hollins, 78, of Christiansburg passed away September 29, 2021 at New River Valley Medical Center. He was a long time employee of Stanley Cupp Paving where he was never sick nor missed a day of work. We will all miss him and his bright blue eyes. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Harley Joe ‘Butch’ Hollins...

Richard Lynn Clutter

Richard Lynn Clutter

Sep 27, 2021

Richard Lynn Clutter age 52 of Dublin passed away peacefully in his home on September 27th, 2021. Rick was born April 8, 1969 in Youngstown Ohio. After moving to Virginia he attended school in Christainsburg. After school he achieved his dream of becoming a truck driver. A job that he loved for over 30 years. Rick is survived by his...

James Curtis Anderson

James Curtis Anderson

Sep 26, 2021

James Curtis Anderson, of Salem, Virginia, devoted husband and beloved father, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Narrows, Virginia on June 9, 1934, Curtis was the son of Gertrude Fisher Anderson, a Registered Nurse at New Altamont Hospital in Christiansburg, Virginia. After graduating from Christiansburg High School, he enlisted in the United...

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Sep 25, 2021

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer, 99, of Ridgeway, VA, formerly of Huffville, VA, passed away at the age of 99 on September 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiley and Blanch Epperly; siblings, Herman Epperly, Harless Epperly, Edsel Epperly, Eva Conner, Virginia Epperly, and Cassidy Foster; husband, Elmon Austin; sons, Eddie Austin and Harold Austin; and daughter-in-law,...

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Sep 24, 2021

Garnett Brillhart Woody, 94, born in Roanoke, VA on October 16, 1926 to the late Lloyd H. and Ila Akers Brillhart, passed away on September 24, 2021 at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Ila Brillhart; sister, Frances Brillhart; brothers, Jack and John Brillhart. She is survived by her husband,...

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Sep 24, 2021

Tyler Bryan Humphreys of Christiansburg, Virginia went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2021 while surrounded by family and music. He was predeceased by his parents Louise and William “Bill” Humphreys and father-in-law Pete Gippert. He is survived by his loving wife Jody and their children, Nathaniel (Blake), Elizabeth and Sammantha; sister Ginger Vere, brother David Humphreys (Susan),...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Lloyd E. Flinchum

Lloyd E. Flinchum

Oct 27, 2021

Lloyd E. Flinchum, 80, of Indian Valley, Va, passed away on October 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mildred Flinchum. He is survived by his son, Wendell Flinchum (Sharon), grandchildren Adam (Sheila), Renea and Alexis and great-grandson Dante. Lloyd is also survived by his brother, James I Flinchum and sister, Nelva Shelton along...

Howard Wood Bandy

Howard Wood Bandy

Oct 26, 2021

Howard Wood Bandy, 94, of Shawsville, VA, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at his home with his family by his side. He was retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #158-147 in 1984. He was the son of the late Frank Bandy and Thelma Otey Bazzery. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife...

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith

Oct 25, 2021

Alice Loisene Flinchum Meredith passed away peacefully at her home in Radford, VA at the age of 89 on Monday, October 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Alice Smith Flinchum; ten brothers and sisters; husband, Winford T. Meredith; beloved grandson and granddaughter, Michael Keith Meredith and Susan Angela Meredith Beall. She is survived by...

Alton Showalter

Alton Showalter

Oct 20, 2021

On Friday, October 14, 2021, Alton Showalter passed away at his home at the age of 74. Alton was born on March 22, 1947 in Carroll County to Esley and Canary Showalter. Alton was employed at Goodwill Industries for 26 years and took great pride in his work. Alton was preceded in death by his father, Esley and mother Canary....

Joyce Smith Dilello

Joyce Smith Dilello

Oct 19, 2021

Joyce Smith Dilello, 82, of Christiansburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. She was born on July 9, 1939 to the late John and Amanda Link Smith of Newport VA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Dilello; and siblings, John Smith, Jerry Smith, Roger Smith all of Newport, VA, James ‘Jimmy’...

Linda Faye and Kelly Clinton Steele

Linda Faye and Kelly Clinton Steele

Oct 17, 2021

Linda Faye Steele, 69, and her husband, Kelly Clinton Steele, 72, both of Christiansburg, passed away on October 17, 2021. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley Minor Lovern and Dorothy Lee Cromer Lovern; her siblings, Johnnie Lovern, Diane Hughes, and Kathy Brammer; as well as brother-in-law, Charles Agee. She is survived by their daughter, Tammy Godbey (Toby);...

Beatrice Faye Sorah

Beatrice Faye Sorah

Oct 17, 2021

Beatrice Faye Sorah, 68, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 17, 2021. She was preceded in death by her dad, Howard Whitaker; mother, Thelma Dickerson; brother, Michael Whitaker; husband, Johnny Sorah; sister-in-law, Diana Bane; nephew, Shawn Bane; and cousin who was also a good friend, Carolyn Cherry. Faye is survived by her second husband, Buddy...

Dennis Semones

Dennis Semones

Oct 10, 2021

Dennis Semones of Christiansburg, VA stepped into heaven October 10, 2021. He is survived by his faithful wife Betty Beamer Semones whom they celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2017; three sons and their wives Michael and Patti, Mitchell and Leigha, and Brandon and Alison; twelve grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Kaleigh, Kensie, Ryan, Caleb, Matthew, Cristen, Eden, Erik, Luke, Isaac and Ella; brother...

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel

Oct 7, 2021

William F. (Billy Ford) Teel, age 89, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 from heart disease at Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was born on April 13, 1932 in Montgomery County to the late Sidney Clyde and Lela Mae Teel. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Hamilton Teel; and sisters, Opal Teel, Rheba Hamilton, Geneva...

Matthew Clay Moses

Matthew Clay Moses

Oct 6, 2021

Matthew Clay Moses, 35, of Christiansburg passed away on October 6, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle against COVID-19. He was born on June 13, 1986 in Radford, Virginia to Dennis and Teresa Moses. Matthew graduated from Floyd County High School in 2004 and began his career as a mechanic which led him to become a Master ASE...

Larren B. Harvey

Larren B. Harvey

Oct 5, 2021

Larren “Larry” Harvey, of Elliston, VA went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. Larry is survived by his parents, Frank and Joan Harvey; wife of 35 years, Melanie Harvey; daughter, Amber (Decon) Sledd, son, Drew Harvey; granddaughters,...

Rylee Paige Coe

Rylee Paige Coe

Oct 5, 2021

Rylee Paige Coe, age 4 of Floyd, passed away on October 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her mawmaw, Virginia ‘Jenny’ Coe; pawpaw, Robert Conley; pawpaw John Coe, Sr.; and great-grandfather, Elbert Reed. Rylee is survived by her mom, Emily Conley; dad, John Coe; step-siblings, Autumn Coe and Josh Hale; siblings, Isabelle, Haileigh, and Hunter; grandmother, Claudia Burton;...

Wanda Jones

Wanda Jones

Oct 4, 2021

Wanda Jones, 67, of Christiansburg, passed away on October 4, 2021. She was preceded in death by her father, Preston Allen. Wanda is survived by sisters, Libby Dickerson (Lonnie) and Anita Allen; children, Chrystal Long, Tabitha Hollins (Brent), Wendy Archer (Willie Hall), Mercedes Cunningham, and Dorian Jones; her mother, Juanita Allen; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; as well as many special...

Mark S. Patrick

Mark S. Patrick

Oct 1, 2021

Mark S. Patrick, 64, of Christiansburg, VA, went to meet his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 1, 2021 at NRVMC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Evelyn Patrick; and his 2 four-legged best friends, Bud & Lucky. Mark is survived by the love of his life for 36 years, Teresa H. Patrick; daughter, Ashley Patrick and...

Donnie Elwood Hollins

Donnie Elwood Hollins

Sep 29, 2021

Donnie Elwood Hollins, 78, of Christiansburg passed away September 29, 2021 at New River Valley Medical Center. He was a long time employee of Stanley Cupp Paving where he was never sick nor missed a day of work. We will all miss him and his bright blue eyes. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Harley Joe ‘Butch’ Hollins...

Richard Lynn Clutter

Richard Lynn Clutter

Sep 27, 2021

Richard Lynn Clutter age 52 of Dublin passed away peacefully in his home on September 27th, 2021. Rick was born April 8, 1969 in Youngstown Ohio. After moving to Virginia he attended school in Christainsburg. After school he achieved his dream of becoming a truck driver. A job that he loved for over 30 years. Rick is survived by his...

James Curtis Anderson

James Curtis Anderson

Sep 26, 2021

James Curtis Anderson, of Salem, Virginia, devoted husband and beloved father, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Narrows, Virginia on June 9, 1934, Curtis was the son of Gertrude Fisher Anderson, a Registered Nurse at New Altamont Hospital in Christiansburg, Virginia. After graduating from Christiansburg High School, he enlisted in the United...

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Sep 25, 2021

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer, 99, of Ridgeway, VA, formerly of Huffville, VA, passed away at the age of 99 on September 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiley and Blanch Epperly; siblings, Herman Epperly, Harless Epperly, Edsel Epperly, Eva Conner, Virginia Epperly, and Cassidy Foster; husband, Elmon Austin; sons, Eddie Austin and Harold Austin; and daughter-in-law,...

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Sep 24, 2021

Garnett Brillhart Woody, 94, born in Roanoke, VA on October 16, 1926 to the late Lloyd H. and Ila Akers Brillhart, passed away on September 24, 2021 at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Ila Brillhart; sister, Frances Brillhart; brothers, Jack and John Brillhart. She is survived by her husband,...

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Sep 24, 2021

Tyler Bryan Humphreys of Christiansburg, Virginia went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2021 while surrounded by family and music. He was predeceased by his parents Louise and William “Bill” Humphreys and father-in-law Pete Gippert. He is survived by his loving wife Jody and their children, Nathaniel (Blake), Elizabeth and Sammantha; sister Ginger Vere, brother David Humphreys (Susan),...