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Chrisley Harden Reed
May 30, 2019
Chrisley Harden Reed of Christiansburg passed away May 30, 2019, having lived a full life enjoyed with family and friends, and leaving us with many wonderful memories. He was 94. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Christine Thompson Reed. He is survived by three sons and four grandchildren: Wayne and Diana (deceased) of Nashville, Tenn.,...
Jordyn Olivia Grimes
May 29, 2019
In Memory of Jordyn Olivia Grimes Jordyn Olivia Grimes was born into her heavenly home on May 29, 2019 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Jordyn is survived by her parents, Justin and Tameka Grimes, as well as paternal grandparents Albert and Linda Grimes of Little Rock, AR and maternal grandparents Roy and Edelina Oliphant of Winston-Salem, NC. She...
Billie Geraldine Cook Etter
May 29, 2019
Billie Geraldine Cook Etter, 89 of Elliston went home to be with the Lord peacefully in the early morning hours of May 29, 2019 at her home. Her family had been by her side as she bravely fought cancer for the past 15 months. Billie was born on December 9, 1929 in the Ironto area of Montgomery County. She was...
Lowell E. Wade
May 27, 2019
Lowell E. Wade, 86. Lowell was born a genius on December 25th, 1932 on a sack of potatoes in an old country store. He passed away peacefully May, 27th 2019. Lowell was preceded in death by his parents, Hayden and Elinor Wade and a son Lowell Scott Wade. Surviving family are, his wife, Jeanette H. Wade. His sister Freda Teel....
Gerald Loren Burns
May 26, 2019
Gerald Loren Burns, 81, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019. Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Gill Mendenhall; and sister, Ann Meaders. He is survived by his daughters, Deborah Swain, Cheryl (Robert) Rountree; grandchildren, Stefanie (Robert) O'Brien, Johnny Roebuck, Kimberly Swain, Zachary Swain, MaryGrace Swain; and great-grandchildren, McKinley O'Brien, Brennan O'Brien, Declan O'Brien. Jerry...
Dorothy Graham Hollandsworth
May 23, 2019
Dorothy Mae Graham Hollandsworth, 89, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019. She was born May 14, 1930, to Edgar O. Graham and Mary Elizabeth Dove Graham, grew up in the Den Hill community of Montgomery County, and was a lifelong member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. In addition toher parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...
Velva Rea Harris Stilwell East
May 23, 2019
VELVA REA HARRIS STILWELL EAST, 90, of Christiansburg entered into Heaven May 23, 2019 after a 10 year battle with dementia and Alzhiemer’s. Velva grew up in Willlis VA, the youngest of 8 children. Velva was preceded by her parents, Claude and Ada Harris; husbands, Harold Stillwell and John East; brothers, Starling, Wakley Pete & Trent; sisters, Nola, Vesta and...
George Junior Edwards
May 22, 2019
George Junior Edwards, beloved father, 89, of Pilot, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. “Junior” was known for his amazing tomatoes and loved sharing them with family, neighbors and friends. He grew up on a family farm and continued the tradition for many years. He loved working with his brother, Everette, providing construction and...
Ingetraut G. Phillips (Inge)
May 21, 2019
Ingetraut G. Phillips (Inge), (87), of Christiansburg, passed away on May 21, 2019 in Christiansburg Va. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 from 6-8pm at Horne Funeral Home in Christiansburg Va. A short graveside service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019, 3pm at Mountain View Cemetery in Rural Retreat VA. Inge...
Daniel Lynn 'Dan' Myers
May 19, 2019
Daniel Lynn Myers, 65, of Christiansburg, passed away at his home on May 19, 2019. Dan was preceded in death by his mother Annie Jenelle Myers, his sister Rebecca Myers McCall, and special grandmother Kathleen Wilson Myers (“Menome”). He was survived by wife Bonnie McCoy Myers, daughter Emily L. Myers of Atlanta, son Tyler A. Myers of Christiansburg, father John...
Alice D. Walker
May 19, 2019
Alice D. Walker, 87, of Blacksburg, Virginia, completed her earthly mission and went Home to the Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Known as “Peggy” to her family and friends, she was born in Takoma Park, Maryland, to Helen and Bryan Davis. As a young girl growing up during WWII, she formed a one-member club dedicated to helping others. Her...
Betty Adkins Thomas
May 13, 2019
Betty Adkins Thomas, 88, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019, after battling Alzheimer’s for 12 years. She was born in Walton, VA on September 24, 1931 to the late Frank and Mary Adkins. She was preceded in death by C.E. ‘Jabe’ Thomas, her loving and devoted husband of 65 years; brothers and sisters, June, Charlie, Bob, Dot,...
Loretta Johnson Cobbs
May 10, 2019
Loretta Johnson Cobbs, age 75, departed this life on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Heritage Hall Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Blacksburg, Virginia. The oldest of three children, Loretta was born February 7, 1944, at Radford Community Hospital to the late James T. Johnson, Sr. and Helen Alexander Johnson Mills. She was baptized at an early age and joined Schaeffer...
Annie Mae Vest
May 8, 2019
Annie Mae Vest, 90, of Shawsville, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, James ‘Dayton’ Vest. Annie leaves behind her children, James E. Vest, Bobby Vest and wife Julie, Randy Vest and wife Debbie, Patti Montgomery and husband Bob, Teresa Hughes; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; siblings, C. W. Akers, Juanita Underwood, and...
John W. Lyons (Bill)
May 7, 2019
John W. Lyons (Bill), 89, of Christiansburg, passed away on May 7, 2019. Born on November 30, 1929 in Eclectic, Alabama, Bill was the youngest of four children being the only boy. Bill was predeceased by his parents; three sisters; a son, Chris Lyons; a son-in-law who was more of a son to him, Tommy Bowen; and his wife, Brite...
Sherri Reid Turner
May 6, 2019
Sherri Reid Turner, 62, of Christiansburg formerly of Walnut Cove, NC passed away May 6, 2019. Sherri was the love of my life and Best friend for 42 years. She is survived by her husband, Edgar (Ed) Turner; son, Edgar Craig Turner, Jr.; daughter, Rebecca Turner Ratcliff and husband, David; grandchildren, Mesa Ratcliff and Zach Ratcliff; parents, Norman & Una...
Helen Josephine Palmer Craighead
May 2, 2019
Helen Josephine Palmer Craighead, has left her earthly home and entered her heavenly home to join her husband of 69 years, George J. Craighead, who predeceased her on May 17, 2018. Helen was born on July 29, 1929, and departed this life on May 2, 2019, at the age of 89. Left to mourn her passing and rejoice in the...
Billy David Basham
May 1, 2019
Billy David Basham, 64, of Elliston, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. David was born March 24, 1955, at home in West Virginia, to the late Carl and Almedia Basham. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Basham. David is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jennifer Basham; sons, Ben (wife Brandy) Basham and Josh...
Desaree Dawn DeHart Skinner
Apr 29, 2019
Desaree Dawn DeHart Skinner fit no one’s mold. She lived life on her terms, without apology. Desaree battled Pulmonary Hypertension, and several other physical disorders for several years. On the evening of Monday, April 29th, 2019, she lost that battle here, and won a place with no disease or suffering. Desaree leaves behind two amazing sons, Liam and Andres Skinner,...
Christopher Byrd
Apr 27, 2019
Christopher Darnell Byrd, 34, of Pulaski, passed away on April 27, 2019. Chris leaves behind 4 children, Kayleigh, Chris Jr., Charles, and Tara; special companion, Natsha Rodriguze and her children, Alliyah and Zane; father, Mark Byrd and companion Teresa Christian; mother, Betty Weiss and companion, George Hazle; sisters, Tina Midgett and husband Russell, Chrissy Byrd and companion Russell; lots of...
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