Obituaries
Barry "Bear" Meade Sheppard
Sep 24, 2021
Barry Sheppard, 66, of Pilot, VA, went to be with the Lord on, September 24, 2021 after a long battle with numerous health issues. He was born and raised in Alleghany Springs in which he was very proud of. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gary Reed Sheppard and Violet Rena Sheppard; sister, Karen Crawford, and brother-in-law, Marvin...
Allen Kent Hines
Sep 24, 2021
Allen Kent Hines went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the age of 62. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bettye Hines; sister, Sheryl Duncan; step-mother, Carolyn A. Hines. He is survived by his father, Lewis Gray Hines; brothers, Donald G. Hines, John Jay Hines and wife Edna Gail Hines, Mark S. Hines...
Roger Lee Gardner Jr
Sep 23, 2021
Roger Lee Gardner Jr, 49 of Willis, Va. Passed away September 23,2021 from complications of Covid-19 after spending 2 ½ weeks in ICU. He was born October 10,1971 in Radford, Va. Roger was preceded in death by his father Roger Lee Gardner Sr, grandparents on both sides: JC and Delaine Gardner, Gerrit and Jacoba Leemkuil. Uncles: Randy Gardner and Gerrit...
Edean Brumfield Rakes
Sep 23, 2021
Edean Brumfield Rakes of Shawsville, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 23, 2021. Edean was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Annie Hylton Brumfield; and the love of her life her husband, H.C. Rakes, Jr. Surviving family are daughter and son-in-law, Sandra Rakes and Alex Snodgrass of Christiansburg; sons, Robert Rakes of...
Brenda Akers Basham
Sep 23, 2021
Brenda Akers Basham, 76, of Shawsville, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Lucille; sister, Fran; and grandson, Mark Thomas. Brenda is survived by her husband of 60 years, Paul Basham; children, Edwina Basham Viar (Garry Allen Viar), John Basham (Sheila), Paul Basham, II; grandchildren, TJ Thomas John Beche, Robert...
Ruth 'Ruthie' Sevier Foster
Sep 22, 2021
Ruth Sevier Foster (Ruthie), age 90, native of NC, residing at English Meadows in Blacksburg, VA, passed away peacefully on 9/22/21. Born in Asheville, NC, she was a graduate of Lee Edwards High School and WCUNC (now UNC-G). She was a devoted wife of over 50 years and mother of four daughters. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents,...
Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr.
Sep 22, 2021
On September 22, 2021 Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr. succumbed to ALS and was called home to heaven to unite with his father, Elwood Ballard Groseclose; his mother, Geneva Taylor Groseclose, and his father-in-law, George Robert Jarels. He is survived by his mother-in-law, Vivian Jarels. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Judy Ann Groseclose and children:...
Richard William Johnston, Jr.
Sep 19, 2021
Richard William Johnston, Jr., 55, of Christiansburg passed away on September 19, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle to Covid-19. He was born on September 17, 1966 in Linwood, California to Richard William Johnston Sr. and Jeanette LaRoche. Richard graduated from Newton High School in 1984 and entered the United States Army. Following his military service, he began...
Mirto A. Corte
Sep 16, 2021
Having achieved his greatest goal of turning 100, Mirto A. Corte passed away on September 16, 2021 in the early morning hours. Born on September 1, 1921 in McDowell County, West Virginia, Mirt graduated from Welch High School and then received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Tri-State College (Trine University), Angola, IN, in 1942. Upon graduation,...
Dr. Coreen Mett
Sep 16, 2021
Dr. Coreen Mett, 73, of Christiansburg died September 16, 2021, after a courageous 5-year battle with leiomyosarcoma. A math professor for more than 30 years, teaching was Coreen’s passion. After graduate school at Michigan State, she taught first at Virginia Tech then Radford University. Coreen traveled widely and loved to hike, read, play bridge, cheer for the Hokies, play and...
Burnita Phillips Dailey
Sep 13, 2021
Burnita Phillips Dailey, 90, of Christiansburg passed away September 13, 2021 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. She previously taught school at Christiansburg Primary School for 33 years. Burnita was a member of Laurel Hill Church of the Christ. She is survived by her nephew, Allen Phillips and wife, Darlene; niece, Phyllis Rich and husband, Dan; special nephew, Steve Phillips; and...
Janye Dare Galup (Burgess)
Sep 13, 2021
Janye Burgess Galup (September 24, 1930 – September 13, 2021) Janye Dare Galup (Burgess), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many, passed away peacefully, September 13, 2021. She was 90 years old. Janye was born in Bluefield, WV on September 24, 1930, the eldest child to the late Claire W. Burgess and Ruby Burgess (Hall). She graduated from...
Larry Miller Meredith
Sep 13, 2021
***PLEASE NOTE ARRANGEMENTS HAVE CHANGED*** Larry Miller Meredith, 76, of Narrows, VA, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Meredith; and brother, Timothy Meredith. Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Patty Meredith; sons, Randy Meredith (Jennifer), Tony Meredith (Tammy); grandchildren, Hannah, Addie, and Avery Meredith,...
Gerald Graff
Sep 6, 2021
Gerald Graff, 50, of Blacksburg, passed away on September 6, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Eric Graff; and father-in-law, Rockie Chinault. Gerald is survived by his wife of 12 years, Angie Graff; children, Kelsey Richardson, Andrew Richardson, and Gavin Graff; mom, Lorraine Graff; sister, Marci Jackson and husband Lion, with their child, Naeemah Jackson; mother-in-law, Margie...
Winifred S. Howell
Sep 5, 2021
Winifred S. Howell, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She lived most of her life in Christiansburg, and was the daughter of the late Harry B. and Lucy Shealor. She was a graduate of Shawsville High School and Radford College, Women’s Division of Virginia Polytechnical Institute. Win was a high...
Jennifer Lee Basham
Aug 31, 2021
Jennifer Lee Basham, 66, of Elliston, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Jennifer was born August 25, 1955, in West Virginia. She is preceded in death by her husband, David Basham; father, Eugene Shelton; and 2 sisters, Penny Arrington and Cathy Styers. Jennifer is survived by her two sons, Ben (wife Brandy) and Josh Basham; grandchildren Ashley and Blake...
Sonja Dudley Hollandsworth
Aug 30, 2021
Sonja Dudley Hollandsworth, 76, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parentes, Charles and Levon Eldridge Dudley. Sonja is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Ren Hollandsworth; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Sherry Hollandsworth; grandson, Seth Hollandsworth; sisters, Wanda Funkhouser, Merle Nelson, Brenda Eanes. She is also survived by...
Evelyn Cooper Jewell
Aug 30, 2021
Evelyn Cooper Jewell, 96, passed away quietly in her sleep on August 30, 2021, at Diamond Ridge Health and Rehab in Lecanto, Florida, the evening before her 97th year of life. She was born on August 31, 1924 in Scotts, Georgia to her parents Leslie Cooper and Zora Belle Cobb. At fourteen years old Evelyn and her mother moved to...
Joseph Richard Monday
Aug 29, 2021
Joseph Richard Monday, 68, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph V. and Audrey Monday. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and was dedicated to helping with the Special Olympics. Richard was a UVA fan and spent time supporting his team on game days. Richard loved to...
Richard H. Simmons
Aug 28, 2021
Richard Simmons(82), loving husband, father, pawpaw, and friend, got his wings and joined his son and other family members in heaven on August 28, 2021. Richard was a hard worker but he was never too busy to lend a hand to anyone in need. He served 4 years in the US Air Force and 13 years in the Virginia National...
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