Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Victoria Mroz Pladek

Victoria Mroz Pladek

Dec 28, 2020

Victoria (Mroz) Pladek Victoria (Mroz) Pladek of Christiansburg VA, a longtime resident of Blairstown, NJ died peacefully in her sleep on December 28th, 2020. She was 74. Victoria was someone everyone thought of as a friend, and a person you always went to to talk about your problems. She loved deep, meaningful conversations with not only family and friends but...

James Edward Moore

James Edward Moore

Dec 28, 2020

James Edward Moore, 69, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. James was a member of the Alleghany Church of Christ in Christiansburg. He was a fan of NASCAR and word search books. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Franklin Moore and Mary Ellen Wildner. James is survived by his wife, Merlie Hurst Moore; sons,...

Warren Holman 'Buddy' Patrick III

Warren Holman 'Buddy' Patrick III

Dec 28, 2020

Warren Holman Patrick, III ‘Buddy’, 73, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2020. Buddy was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved the Lord and was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Warren Holman Patrick Jr. and Elizabeth Thomas; and is...

Andrew Jackson Otey Jr.

Andrew Jackson Otey Jr.

Dec 27, 2020

Andrew J Otey, Jr., 53, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born in Montgomery County, VA, on June 9, 1967. Andrew worked for MCPS for 28 years. He loved being outdoors. He loved animals especially his fur babies at home. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Otey; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Dorothy and Jack Sawyers;...

Carolyn Jones Stump

Carolyn Jones Stump

Dec 26, 2020

Carolyn Jones Stump, 66, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth ‘Kenny’ Jones. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 47 years, Neal Stump; mother, Irene Jones; daughters, Beth Lucas (Sam), Deborah O’Brien (Danny), Amy Williams (Frank); grandchildren, Bryan Caswell, Madison Lucas, Hannah...

Judith 'Judy' Deweese

Judith 'Judy' Deweese

Dec 26, 2020

Judith “Judy” DeWeese , 68 of Elliston VA, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was born on March 17, 1952 to the late John Bandy and Hortense Barker Bandy Adams. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Lynwood Barker. Judy is survived by her husband of 52 years, Thomas DeWeese; son, John...

David Guy Stanger

David Guy Stanger

Dec 24, 2020

David Guy Stanger, 66, of Christiansburg passed peacefully from the land of the dying into the land of the living on Thursday, December 24, 2020. He was born on October 23, 1954 to the late Leo Shannon Stanger and Mable Linkous Stanger. David was a devoted husband and father, but first and foremost he was a farmer with a great...

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey

Dec 24, 2020

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey, 93, of Christiansburg, passed away on Christmas Eve, 2020. Bettie was preceded in death by her parents, JC and Gladys Grimes; her husband, Paul Maxey; son, Jimmy Maxey; and son-in-law, Pete Swain. Those left to mourn her loss are her daughters, Anne Swain and Linda Maxwell (David); grandkids, Chuck Swain (Melissa), Jay Swain, Sean Whittemore (Amy Hunter),...

Roger W. Yates

Roger W. Yates

Dec 23, 2020

Roger W. “Rowdy” Yates, 74 of Tazewell, VA, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 to join his beloved wife, Darlene Yates and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born the son of the late Maurice and Louise Yates of Montgomery County, VA on November 15, 1946. Roger is survived by his two daughters,...

Pete Swain

Pete Swain

Dec 23, 2020

Pete Swain, 78, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 23, 2020. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lottie Swain; siblings, James Swain, Robert Swain, Virginia Mooney, Louise Wright; and his mother-in-law the next day after Pete passed, Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey. Pete is survived by his wife, Anne Swain; sons, Chuck Swain (Melissa), and Jay Swain; grandkids, Brad, Dirk,...

Ruby Louise Flinchum

Ruby Louise Flinchum

Dec 22, 2020

Ruby Louise Flinchum passed way on December 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Geneiva Woolwine; father, Sherman Woolwine; daughters Sharon Thompson and Bonnie Thompson and son, Michael Thompson. Ruby was a member of New Hope Church of God. Survivors include her husband, James Flinchum; sons, David Thompson and Steve Thompson (Kathy); stepsons, Junior Flinchum (Linda) and...

Samuel Rudolph Smith

Samuel Rudolph Smith

Dec 21, 2020

Samuel Rudolph Smith, age 91 of Christiansburg, VA, passed away December 21, 2020 at Montgomery Regional Hospital. Rudolph was a proud lifelong resident of Montgomery County and Christiansburg, VA. Nothing gave him more pleasure in life than helping and spending time with his sons, grandchildren, extended family, and friends. His close relationships spanned multiple generations. He enjoyed hunting with his...

Betty Lou Morgan Atkinson

Betty Lou Morgan Atkinson

Dec 20, 2020

Betty Atkinson, born July 5, 1936 in Clifton Forge, VA, but lived her adult life in Shawsville, VA, joined her loved ones in Heaven on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a member of Sowder's Chapel Baptist Church for many years. She was preceded in death by her...

Buster Lee Duncan

Buster Lee Duncan

Dec 20, 2020

Buster Lee Duncan, 68, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020. He was born on November 14, 1952 to the late, Edsel and Pattie Reed Duncan of Willis. Buster is survived by his sons, Tommy Duncan and wife Angie of Salem, Derrick Duncan and wife, Brittney of Riner; brother, Larry Duncan of Roanoke; sisters, Brenda and husband Carlos Hurd of...

Linda Richardson Pettus

Linda Richardson Pettus

Dec 18, 2020

Linda Richardson Pettus completed her journey on this earth on Friday, December 18, 2020. She was born in Montgomery County on August 27, 1948 to the late Harold C. and Lillian Linkous Richardson, and was granddaughter to the late Kent and Marjorie B. Richardson and William C. and Ellen V. Linkous. Linda was also preceded in death by her husband,...

Pansy Sheppard Gerald

Pansy Sheppard Gerald

Dec 18, 2020

Pansy Sheppard Gerald, 94, passed away on December 18, 2020 at Giles Hospital. She was the daughter of the late, William and Evelyn Sheppard. She is preceded in death by her husband, Garland Gerald; brothers and sisters, Conway, Dania Mills, Roberta Gerald, and special friend Stanley Hunt. She is survived by her daughter, Patty and Mike Martin; grandchildren, Mikey and...

Clara Mary Quesenberry Troutt

Clara Mary Quesenberry Troutt

Dec 17, 2020

Clara Mary Quesenberry Trout 'Mary', 81, of Blacksburg, passed away on December 17, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, George W. and Clara M. Quesenberry; brothers, William D. Quesenberry, George Quesenberry, Jr., Ralph N. Quesenberry, Selma H. Quesenberry, Clyde N. Quesenberry; and sister, Esther Q. Cannaday. Mary is survived by her siblings, Fred H. Quesenberry (Hazel), Jean...

Iona Johnson Oliver

Iona Johnson Oliver

Dec 16, 2020

Iona Johnson Oliver of Christiansburg, age 98, moved back to heaven on December 16, 2020 to begin her joyful reunion with her Heavenly Father, and those who proceeded her there, including her husband, Garland ‘Bentley’ Oliver; infant son, Stephen; son, Michael; parents, Frank Johnson and Florence ‘Ethel’ Atkinson Johnson; siblings, Alice Jones, Reba Oberndorfer, Wilma Bonds Comer, Frank ‘Buck’ Johnson;...

Vernon 'Bugg' Elwood Sweeney

Vernon 'Bugg' Elwood Sweeney

Dec 16, 2020

Vernon ‘Bugg’ Elwood Sweeney, 86, of Christiansburg, went to his Heavenly Home with Jesus on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born in Montgomery County on March 31, 1934, to the late John W. And Catherine Underwood Sweeney. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers, Edward and Junior Sweeney; sisters, Lossie Barton, Della Hollins,...

Cynthia Williams Lilly

Cynthia Williams Lilly

Dec 15, 2020

Cynthia Williams Lilly, 64, of Dublin, passed away on December 15, 2020, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Janet Williams. Cindy is survived by her sister, Debbie Marion and husband Garry; brothers, Michael Williams, Tim Williams and wife Kim; children, Kristen Lilly Reno, Tony Powell and wife Nikki. Also mourning her loss...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Victoria Mroz Pladek

Victoria Mroz Pladek

Dec 28, 2020

Victoria (Mroz) Pladek Victoria (Mroz) Pladek of Christiansburg VA, a longtime resident of Blairstown, NJ died peacefully in her sleep on December 28th, 2020. She was 74. Victoria was someone everyone thought of as a friend, and a person you always went to to talk about your problems. She loved deep, meaningful conversations with not only family and friends but...

James Edward Moore

James Edward Moore

Dec 28, 2020

James Edward Moore, 69, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. James was a member of the Alleghany Church of Christ in Christiansburg. He was a fan of NASCAR and word search books. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Franklin Moore and Mary Ellen Wildner. James is survived by his wife, Merlie Hurst Moore; sons,...

Warren Holman 'Buddy' Patrick III

Warren Holman 'Buddy' Patrick III

Dec 28, 2020

Warren Holman Patrick, III ‘Buddy’, 73, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2020. Buddy was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved the Lord and was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Warren Holman Patrick Jr. and Elizabeth Thomas; and is...

Andrew Jackson Otey Jr.

Andrew Jackson Otey Jr.

Dec 27, 2020

Andrew J Otey, Jr., 53, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born in Montgomery County, VA, on June 9, 1967. Andrew worked for MCPS for 28 years. He loved being outdoors. He loved animals especially his fur babies at home. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Otey; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Dorothy and Jack Sawyers;...

Carolyn Jones Stump

Carolyn Jones Stump

Dec 26, 2020

Carolyn Jones Stump, 66, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth ‘Kenny’ Jones. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 47 years, Neal Stump; mother, Irene Jones; daughters, Beth Lucas (Sam), Deborah O’Brien (Danny), Amy Williams (Frank); grandchildren, Bryan Caswell, Madison Lucas, Hannah...

Judith 'Judy' Deweese

Judith 'Judy' Deweese

Dec 26, 2020

Judith “Judy” DeWeese , 68 of Elliston VA, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was born on March 17, 1952 to the late John Bandy and Hortense Barker Bandy Adams. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Lynwood Barker. Judy is survived by her husband of 52 years, Thomas DeWeese; son, John...

David Guy Stanger

David Guy Stanger

Dec 24, 2020

David Guy Stanger, 66, of Christiansburg passed peacefully from the land of the dying into the land of the living on Thursday, December 24, 2020. He was born on October 23, 1954 to the late Leo Shannon Stanger and Mable Linkous Stanger. David was a devoted husband and father, but first and foremost he was a farmer with a great...

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey

Dec 24, 2020

Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey, 93, of Christiansburg, passed away on Christmas Eve, 2020. Bettie was preceded in death by her parents, JC and Gladys Grimes; her husband, Paul Maxey; son, Jimmy Maxey; and son-in-law, Pete Swain. Those left to mourn her loss are her daughters, Anne Swain and Linda Maxwell (David); grandkids, Chuck Swain (Melissa), Jay Swain, Sean Whittemore (Amy Hunter),...

Roger W. Yates

Roger W. Yates

Dec 23, 2020

Roger W. “Rowdy” Yates, 74 of Tazewell, VA, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 to join his beloved wife, Darlene Yates and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born the son of the late Maurice and Louise Yates of Montgomery County, VA on November 15, 1946. Roger is survived by his two daughters,...

Pete Swain

Pete Swain

Dec 23, 2020

Pete Swain, 78, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 23, 2020. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lottie Swain; siblings, James Swain, Robert Swain, Virginia Mooney, Louise Wright; and his mother-in-law the next day after Pete passed, Bettie 'MeMaw' Maxey. Pete is survived by his wife, Anne Swain; sons, Chuck Swain (Melissa), and Jay Swain; grandkids, Brad, Dirk,...

Ruby Louise Flinchum

Ruby Louise Flinchum

Dec 22, 2020

Ruby Louise Flinchum passed way on December 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Geneiva Woolwine; father, Sherman Woolwine; daughters Sharon Thompson and Bonnie Thompson and son, Michael Thompson. Ruby was a member of New Hope Church of God. Survivors include her husband, James Flinchum; sons, David Thompson and Steve Thompson (Kathy); stepsons, Junior Flinchum (Linda) and...

Samuel Rudolph Smith

Samuel Rudolph Smith

Dec 21, 2020

Samuel Rudolph Smith, age 91 of Christiansburg, VA, passed away December 21, 2020 at Montgomery Regional Hospital. Rudolph was a proud lifelong resident of Montgomery County and Christiansburg, VA. Nothing gave him more pleasure in life than helping and spending time with his sons, grandchildren, extended family, and friends. His close relationships spanned multiple generations. He enjoyed hunting with his...

Betty Lou Morgan Atkinson

Betty Lou Morgan Atkinson

Dec 20, 2020

Betty Atkinson, born July 5, 1936 in Clifton Forge, VA, but lived her adult life in Shawsville, VA, joined her loved ones in Heaven on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a member of Sowder's Chapel Baptist Church for many years. She was preceded in death by her...

Buster Lee Duncan

Buster Lee Duncan

Dec 20, 2020

Buster Lee Duncan, 68, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020. He was born on November 14, 1952 to the late, Edsel and Pattie Reed Duncan of Willis. Buster is survived by his sons, Tommy Duncan and wife Angie of Salem, Derrick Duncan and wife, Brittney of Riner; brother, Larry Duncan of Roanoke; sisters, Brenda and husband Carlos Hurd of...

Linda Richardson Pettus

Linda Richardson Pettus

Dec 18, 2020

Linda Richardson Pettus completed her journey on this earth on Friday, December 18, 2020. She was born in Montgomery County on August 27, 1948 to the late Harold C. and Lillian Linkous Richardson, and was granddaughter to the late Kent and Marjorie B. Richardson and William C. and Ellen V. Linkous. Linda was also preceded in death by her husband,...

Pansy Sheppard Gerald

Pansy Sheppard Gerald

Dec 18, 2020

Pansy Sheppard Gerald, 94, passed away on December 18, 2020 at Giles Hospital. She was the daughter of the late, William and Evelyn Sheppard. She is preceded in death by her husband, Garland Gerald; brothers and sisters, Conway, Dania Mills, Roberta Gerald, and special friend Stanley Hunt. She is survived by her daughter, Patty and Mike Martin; grandchildren, Mikey and...

Clara Mary Quesenberry Troutt

Clara Mary Quesenberry Troutt

Dec 17, 2020

Clara Mary Quesenberry Trout 'Mary', 81, of Blacksburg, passed away on December 17, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, George W. and Clara M. Quesenberry; brothers, William D. Quesenberry, George Quesenberry, Jr., Ralph N. Quesenberry, Selma H. Quesenberry, Clyde N. Quesenberry; and sister, Esther Q. Cannaday. Mary is survived by her siblings, Fred H. Quesenberry (Hazel), Jean...

Iona Johnson Oliver

Iona Johnson Oliver

Dec 16, 2020

Iona Johnson Oliver of Christiansburg, age 98, moved back to heaven on December 16, 2020 to begin her joyful reunion with her Heavenly Father, and those who proceeded her there, including her husband, Garland ‘Bentley’ Oliver; infant son, Stephen; son, Michael; parents, Frank Johnson and Florence ‘Ethel’ Atkinson Johnson; siblings, Alice Jones, Reba Oberndorfer, Wilma Bonds Comer, Frank ‘Buck’ Johnson;...

Vernon 'Bugg' Elwood Sweeney

Vernon 'Bugg' Elwood Sweeney

Dec 16, 2020

Vernon ‘Bugg’ Elwood Sweeney, 86, of Christiansburg, went to his Heavenly Home with Jesus on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born in Montgomery County on March 31, 1934, to the late John W. And Catherine Underwood Sweeney. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers, Edward and Junior Sweeney; sisters, Lossie Barton, Della Hollins,...

Cynthia Williams Lilly

Cynthia Williams Lilly

Dec 15, 2020

Cynthia Williams Lilly, 64, of Dublin, passed away on December 15, 2020, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Janet Williams. Cindy is survived by her sister, Debbie Marion and husband Garry; brothers, Michael Williams, Tim Williams and wife Kim; children, Kristen Lilly Reno, Tony Powell and wife Nikki. Also mourning her loss...

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