Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Janice B. Lefler

Janice B. Lefler

Jul 15, 2018

Janice B. Lefler, 66, of Lafayette passed away July 15, 2018 at her home with her family. She is survived by husband, Larry Lefler; daughter, Kim Collins and husband, R. Wayne Collins, Jr.; son, Stewart Lefler and wife, Anne; grandchildren, Matthew Shane Collins, Matt Herron, Madeline Lefler and Nathan Tippenhaver, Grace Lefler and Tony Nichols, and Hayden Lefler; brother, Coral...

Michael Wayne Murphy

Michael Wayne Murphy

Jul 15, 2018

Michael Wayne Murphy, 59, of Elliston, VA passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018. He is preceded in death by his mom and dad, Lemuel and Martha Murphy; wife Patricia Murphy. He is survived by his son, Michael K. Murphy and wife Brandy Murphy; daughter Rhiannon Janney and husband Michael Janney; Stepson, Derek Revin; grandchildren Tayla Murphy, Kaylin Dalton, Tristan...

Shirley Pannell Cromer

Shirley Pannell Cromer

Jul 14, 2018

Shirley Geraldine Pannell Cromer, 71, of Christiansburg went home to be with her Lord in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 14, 2018 after an extended illness. Shirley was born on May 17, 1947 to the late William Robert (Bob) Pannell and Magdalene Argabright Pannell of Shawsville, VA where she lived most of her life. She is survived by...

Roy Clinton Jones

Roy Clinton Jones

Jul 13, 2018

ROY C. JONES, 98, was called home July 13, 2018 after a short illness. He was born August 29, 1919. Roy was married to the love of his life for 73 years and raised 2 beautiful children. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. A man of God Roy knew no enemy. A heart of gold, he always...

Gracie Mae Woolwine

Gracie Mae Woolwine

Jul 12, 2018

Gracie Mae Woolwine, 92, of Christiansburg, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Ursula Woolwine; and brother, James Williams. Gracie is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 68 years, Gilbert Woolwine; children, Teddy Woolwine (Sally), Lois Brunner; grandchildren, Jimmy Brunner (Sharon), Crystal Cooper (Charlie); great-grandchildren,...

John Barry Hall Jr.

John Barry Hall Jr.

Jul 4, 2018

John Barry Hall Jr., 30, of New York, formerly of Shawsville, VA, passed away on July 4, 2018. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry Eugene Hall and Jean Louise Hall; and cousin, Jerry William Stump Jr. John is survived by his father and mother, John Barry Hall Sr. and Teresa Stump Hall; sisters, Amy Michelle Johnson, and...

Sebert H. Keiffer

Sebert H. Keiffer

Jul 3, 2018

Sebert H. Keiffer, 91, passed away on July 3, 2018 surrounded by loving family at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 30, 1926 to Sebert Earl Keiffer and Virginia Jeffreys Keiffer. Sebert was predeceased by his brother, Jack Keiffer of Tucson, AZ, as well as his first wife Darlene Lawson Keiffer and...

Lori Smith Davidson

Lori Smith Davidson

Jun 27, 2018

Lori Smith Davidson, 59, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. James ‘Hal’ Smith and Ruth Smith; and mother-in-law, Virginia Davidson. Lori is survived by her husband, Rusty Davidson; sons, Thomas Davidson and Matthew Davidson; sisters, Karen Touchton and husband Robert, Janice Bostic and husband Dennis; nieces and nephew,...

Bessie Alliefair Ayers

Bessie Alliefair Ayers

Jun 26, 2018

Bessie Alliefair Ayers, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, was surrounded by her family and friends as she passed from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. She was the wife of the late Cabel Ayers. They shared 55 years of marriage together. Born on January 31, 1934 in Mercer County, WV, she was the daughter of...

James 'Jim' 'Red' Brumfield

James 'Jim' 'Red' Brumfield

Jun 24, 2018

James W. ‘Jim’ ‘Red’ Brumfield, 86, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at home surrounded by his family. Jim was born on December 7, 1931 in Cambria, VA, to the late, Esca and Freeda Brumfield. He retired from Moog and attended Faith Missionary Baptist Church for 50 years, serving as a deacon for...

Frances L. Cupp

Frances L. Cupp

Jun 19, 2018

Frances L. Cupp, of Christiansburg, born on September 4, 1926, to David E. Linkous and Winnie B. Linkous, left her home on earth on June 19, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, John R. Cupp. Frances is survived by her children, Reggie and Norma Jean Landis Cupp, Pat Northrop, Aida and Denny Fisher, and...

Charles Henry Gauss

Charles Henry Gauss

Jun 18, 2018

Charles Henry Gauss, 56, of Blacksburg, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Robert Gauss; and aunt, Ruth McCoy. Charles is survived by his son, Glen E. Gauss; mother, Johanna Wilk; and sister, Francine Scott. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2018, at 12 p.m. at Horne...

Earnest Julian Eddleton

Earnest Julian Eddleton

Jun 18, 2018

Earnest Julian Eddleton 75, of Christiansburg, VA, formerly of Ashland, VA, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018. He was born on December 18, 1942, to the late Earnest A. Eddleton and Mildred Loving Eddleton. He retired from Wyeth Ayerst (formerly A. H. Robins). Earnest is survived by his wife of 55 years, Diane Grundy Eddleton of Christiansburg; son, Craig...

Donna Thompson Hamrick

Donna Thompson Hamrick

Jun 17, 2018

Donna Thompson Hamrick, 63, of Christiansburg, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018. She was born January 27, 1955, to the late Dewey and Irene Thompson. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Gary N. Hamrick; and sister, Dorothy Miller. Survivors include her daughters, Marsha (Kelly) Harvey, Jessica (Doug) Albert; grandchildren, Hayden and Kinsley Harvey;...

Helen Gertrude Lavinder

Helen Gertrude Lavinder

Jun 11, 2018

Helen Gertrude Lavinder, 94, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, June 11, 2018 (June 11th being her beloved late husband’s birthday). In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Larry Lavinder; two sisters, Levon Eldridge and Mae Graham. Helen is survived by her children, Reka Nance and husband Mac, Jimmy Lavinder, Ronnie Lavinder and wife...

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges

Jun 10, 2018

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 10th, 2018 at Lewis-Gale Hospital Montgomery. Born June 22nd, 1940 in Floyd, Virginia, Irene was a loving wife, mother and a devoted friend to many. For much of her life, Irene enjoyed to spend her time traveling, participating in the Red Hat Society, going to...

Madeline Barton Bishop

Madeline Barton Bishop

Jun 10, 2018

Madeline Barton Bishop of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018, at the age of 81. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold ‘Jack’ Bishop; and grandson, Aaron Saylors. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Rhonda Saylors and husband Mike, Melissa Hollins and husband Darrell; her grandson, Adam Saylors and significant other, Barbara Moser; step-grandson,...

Samuel Edward 'Eddie' Smith

Samuel Edward 'Eddie' Smith

Jun 10, 2018

Samuel Edward ‘Eddie’ Smith, of Christiansburg, born May 5, 1961, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018, surrounded by loving family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Turpin Simpkins; father, Samuel Howard Smith; father-in-law, Rudy Grissom; and very special companion, Heidi. Eddie is survived by his wife of 14 years, Susan Grissom Smith; brothers and sisters, Bobby...

Evelyn Vest King

Evelyn Vest King

Jun 8, 2018

Evelyn Vest King 91, of Christiansburg passed away Friday, June 08, 2018. She was born November, 26 1926 in Floyd County Va. to the late Brethard William and Susie Ann Collins Vest. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond William King. Left to cherish her memory are son, Douglas King; brother, Alvin Vest; sisters-in-law Mae Vest...

Cathern Irene King

Cathern Irene King

Jun 5, 2018

Cathern Musselman King age 83, of Check, VA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family after a long battle with Mesothelioma. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Earl, Brother Kenny Musselman and Sister Marie Lee. She has four surviving siblings; Curtis, Danny, and Emory Musselman and Elizabeth Marsico. Also...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Janice B. Lefler

Janice B. Lefler

Jul 15, 2018

Janice B. Lefler, 66, of Lafayette passed away July 15, 2018 at her home with her family. She is survived by husband, Larry Lefler; daughter, Kim Collins and husband, R. Wayne Collins, Jr.; son, Stewart Lefler and wife, Anne; grandchildren, Matthew Shane Collins, Matt Herron, Madeline Lefler and Nathan Tippenhaver, Grace Lefler and Tony Nichols, and Hayden Lefler; brother, Coral...

Michael Wayne Murphy

Michael Wayne Murphy

Jul 15, 2018

Michael Wayne Murphy, 59, of Elliston, VA passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018. He is preceded in death by his mom and dad, Lemuel and Martha Murphy; wife Patricia Murphy. He is survived by his son, Michael K. Murphy and wife Brandy Murphy; daughter Rhiannon Janney and husband Michael Janney; Stepson, Derek Revin; grandchildren Tayla Murphy, Kaylin Dalton, Tristan...

Shirley Pannell Cromer

Shirley Pannell Cromer

Jul 14, 2018

Shirley Geraldine Pannell Cromer, 71, of Christiansburg went home to be with her Lord in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 14, 2018 after an extended illness. Shirley was born on May 17, 1947 to the late William Robert (Bob) Pannell and Magdalene Argabright Pannell of Shawsville, VA where she lived most of her life. She is survived by...

Roy Clinton Jones

Roy Clinton Jones

Jul 13, 2018

ROY C. JONES, 98, was called home July 13, 2018 after a short illness. He was born August 29, 1919. Roy was married to the love of his life for 73 years and raised 2 beautiful children. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. A man of God Roy knew no enemy. A heart of gold, he always...

Gracie Mae Woolwine

Gracie Mae Woolwine

Jul 12, 2018

Gracie Mae Woolwine, 92, of Christiansburg, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Ursula Woolwine; and brother, James Williams. Gracie is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 68 years, Gilbert Woolwine; children, Teddy Woolwine (Sally), Lois Brunner; grandchildren, Jimmy Brunner (Sharon), Crystal Cooper (Charlie); great-grandchildren,...

John Barry Hall Jr.

John Barry Hall Jr.

Jul 4, 2018

John Barry Hall Jr., 30, of New York, formerly of Shawsville, VA, passed away on July 4, 2018. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry Eugene Hall and Jean Louise Hall; and cousin, Jerry William Stump Jr. John is survived by his father and mother, John Barry Hall Sr. and Teresa Stump Hall; sisters, Amy Michelle Johnson, and...

Sebert H. Keiffer

Sebert H. Keiffer

Jul 3, 2018

Sebert H. Keiffer, 91, passed away on July 3, 2018 surrounded by loving family at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 30, 1926 to Sebert Earl Keiffer and Virginia Jeffreys Keiffer. Sebert was predeceased by his brother, Jack Keiffer of Tucson, AZ, as well as his first wife Darlene Lawson Keiffer and...

Lori Smith Davidson

Lori Smith Davidson

Jun 27, 2018

Lori Smith Davidson, 59, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. James ‘Hal’ Smith and Ruth Smith; and mother-in-law, Virginia Davidson. Lori is survived by her husband, Rusty Davidson; sons, Thomas Davidson and Matthew Davidson; sisters, Karen Touchton and husband Robert, Janice Bostic and husband Dennis; nieces and nephew,...

Bessie Alliefair Ayers

Bessie Alliefair Ayers

Jun 26, 2018

Bessie Alliefair Ayers, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, was surrounded by her family and friends as she passed from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. She was the wife of the late Cabel Ayers. They shared 55 years of marriage together. Born on January 31, 1934 in Mercer County, WV, she was the daughter of...

James 'Jim' 'Red' Brumfield

James 'Jim' 'Red' Brumfield

Jun 24, 2018

James W. ‘Jim’ ‘Red’ Brumfield, 86, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at home surrounded by his family. Jim was born on December 7, 1931 in Cambria, VA, to the late, Esca and Freeda Brumfield. He retired from Moog and attended Faith Missionary Baptist Church for 50 years, serving as a deacon for...

Frances L. Cupp

Frances L. Cupp

Jun 19, 2018

Frances L. Cupp, of Christiansburg, born on September 4, 1926, to David E. Linkous and Winnie B. Linkous, left her home on earth on June 19, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, John R. Cupp. Frances is survived by her children, Reggie and Norma Jean Landis Cupp, Pat Northrop, Aida and Denny Fisher, and...

Charles Henry Gauss

Charles Henry Gauss

Jun 18, 2018

Charles Henry Gauss, 56, of Blacksburg, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Robert Gauss; and aunt, Ruth McCoy. Charles is survived by his son, Glen E. Gauss; mother, Johanna Wilk; and sister, Francine Scott. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2018, at 12 p.m. at Horne...

Earnest Julian Eddleton

Earnest Julian Eddleton

Jun 18, 2018

Earnest Julian Eddleton 75, of Christiansburg, VA, formerly of Ashland, VA, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018. He was born on December 18, 1942, to the late Earnest A. Eddleton and Mildred Loving Eddleton. He retired from Wyeth Ayerst (formerly A. H. Robins). Earnest is survived by his wife of 55 years, Diane Grundy Eddleton of Christiansburg; son, Craig...

Donna Thompson Hamrick

Donna Thompson Hamrick

Jun 17, 2018

Donna Thompson Hamrick, 63, of Christiansburg, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018. She was born January 27, 1955, to the late Dewey and Irene Thompson. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Gary N. Hamrick; and sister, Dorothy Miller. Survivors include her daughters, Marsha (Kelly) Harvey, Jessica (Doug) Albert; grandchildren, Hayden and Kinsley Harvey;...

Helen Gertrude Lavinder

Helen Gertrude Lavinder

Jun 11, 2018

Helen Gertrude Lavinder, 94, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, June 11, 2018 (June 11th being her beloved late husband’s birthday). In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Larry Lavinder; two sisters, Levon Eldridge and Mae Graham. Helen is survived by her children, Reka Nance and husband Mac, Jimmy Lavinder, Ronnie Lavinder and wife...

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges

Jun 10, 2018

Irene Ellen Teel Hodges went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 10th, 2018 at Lewis-Gale Hospital Montgomery. Born June 22nd, 1940 in Floyd, Virginia, Irene was a loving wife, mother and a devoted friend to many. For much of her life, Irene enjoyed to spend her time traveling, participating in the Red Hat Society, going to...

Madeline Barton Bishop

Madeline Barton Bishop

Jun 10, 2018

Madeline Barton Bishop of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018, at the age of 81. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold ‘Jack’ Bishop; and grandson, Aaron Saylors. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Rhonda Saylors and husband Mike, Melissa Hollins and husband Darrell; her grandson, Adam Saylors and significant other, Barbara Moser; step-grandson,...

Samuel Edward 'Eddie' Smith

Samuel Edward 'Eddie' Smith

Jun 10, 2018

Samuel Edward ‘Eddie’ Smith, of Christiansburg, born May 5, 1961, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018, surrounded by loving family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Turpin Simpkins; father, Samuel Howard Smith; father-in-law, Rudy Grissom; and very special companion, Heidi. Eddie is survived by his wife of 14 years, Susan Grissom Smith; brothers and sisters, Bobby...

Evelyn Vest King

Evelyn Vest King

Jun 8, 2018

Evelyn Vest King 91, of Christiansburg passed away Friday, June 08, 2018. She was born November, 26 1926 in Floyd County Va. to the late Brethard William and Susie Ann Collins Vest. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond William King. Left to cherish her memory are son, Douglas King; brother, Alvin Vest; sisters-in-law Mae Vest...

Cathern Irene King

Cathern Irene King

Jun 5, 2018

Cathern Musselman King age 83, of Check, VA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family after a long battle with Mesothelioma. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Earl, Brother Kenny Musselman and Sister Marie Lee. She has four surviving siblings; Curtis, Danny, and Emory Musselman and Elizabeth Marsico. Also...

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