Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Connie 'Aunt Coco' Johnson Worth

Connie 'Aunt Coco' Johnson Worth

Mar 12, 2019

Connie ‘Aunt Coco’ Johnson Worth of Christiansburg unexpectedly joined her husband of 35 years, Barry Worth, in Heaven on March 12, 2019. Connie was born on October 7, 1956 to the late Madeline and Aaron Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Johnson and niece, Georgia Collins. Connie retired on Friday, March 8, 2019 from Moog,...

Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr.

Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr.

Mar 11, 2019

In Loving Memory of Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr. ‘Mickey’ Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr. ‘Mickey’, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on March 11, 2019. He was preceded in death by his dad, Jack McCanless Goodwin Sr. Mickey is survived by his wife, Sandra Goodwin and step-sons, Dustin and Cody all of Christiansburg; daughter, Misty Goodwin (Chris Gwinn); granddaughters, Makaylee, Aubrey, and...

Timothy Michael 'Timmy' Mills

Timothy Michael 'Timmy' Mills

Mar 10, 2019

Timothy Michael ‘Timmy’ Mills, of Christiansburg, departed this life and entered Heaven’s gates on March 10, 2019. Timmy was born on August 1, 1967 to William and Freeda Mills. He was a very well-known member of the Bluegrass music scene, playing banjo and guitar, and loved encouraging younger musicians. Timmy was preceded in death by his dad, Bill Mills; his...

Thomas Alton 'Al' Moles

Thomas Alton 'Al' Moles

Mar 10, 2019

Thomas Alton ‘Al’ Moles, 80, of Christiansburg, passed away on March 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Light Moles; second wife, Arlene F. Moles; his father, Herman Davis Moles; and mother, Naomi Elizabeth Cochran Moles. Al is survived by his children, Sandra Moles Clements (Ralph), Nancy Faye Moles; granddaughter, Julianne Clements; and brother, Norman...

Karen Bishop

Karen Bishop

Mar 10, 2019

Karen Bishop, 69, of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on March 10, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and Estelle Miller of Buffalo, NY. Karen is survived by her husband, Donald W. Bishop; children, Angie Epperly (Jerry), Timmy Bishop, Sharon Bishop, Travis Bishop, and Jennifer Ayers (Jeff); five grandchildren; one great-grandson, Caston Wilburn; sisters-in-law,...

Lannie Mae Spradlin

Lannie Mae Spradlin

Mar 7, 2019

Lannie Mae Spradlin, 84, of Riner, passed away at home with her family by her side on March 7, 2019. She is survived by her children, Harold and Jennie Spradlin, David Spradlin and Fran Horton all of Riner, Roger and Jill Spradlin of Blacksburg; one grandson Brandon and Shelly Spradlin and four great-grandchildren all of Dover DE. Lannie chose to...

Thalia Conner Linkous

Thalia Conner Linkous

Mar 6, 2019

Thalia Conner Linkous, 92, peacefully left to be with her Lord on March 6, 2019. Her first husband, James Alton Conner, and her second husband, Burnett Marvell Linkous predeceased her. She is survived by her son, Michael Conner and his wife, Rose; her daughter Angela Conner; her grandson Dallis Conner and his fiance Taylor; step-granddaughter, Emma Sporing and her husband,...

Judith Kay Loveday

Judith Kay Loveday

Mar 5, 2019

Judith Kay Loveday, 75, of Riner, Va., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, surrounded by her husband of 55 years, Allan Wayne Loveday, and her children. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, Irvin and Wenona Gardner; a brother, Wayne Gardner; and son, Daniel Loveday. Judith developed a deep rooted love and steadfast faith which...

Bruce Steven Collins

Bruce Steven Collins

Mar 4, 2019

Bruce Steven Collins, 59, of Christiansburg passed away March 4, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Collins; nephew, Christopher Collins; and brother-in-law, Willie Keith. Bruce is survived by his mother, Ruth Collins; sister, Ellen Keith; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenny and Vanessa Collins, Barry and Debbie Collins, and George and Sandy Collins; special nephew, Dillon Dulany; best...

Emma Lee Moses

Emma Lee Moses

Mar 3, 2019

Emma Lee Moses, 86, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2019. She was a daughter to the late German and Ruby Lawrence. She was preceded in death by her brother, G.S. Lawrence and two sisters, Madeline Hall and Pauline Proffitt. Emma Lee married the love of her life on December 20, 1952. They raised two...

Mary Young Akers

Mary Young Akers

Mar 2, 2019

Mary Young Akers, of Christiansburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Mary was born on September 9, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. T. Akers; parents, James and Mattie Young; and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Formica and husband Randy of Christiansburg; grandson, Michael Formica of Blacksburg; sister,...

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse

Mar 1, 2019

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse, 44, of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 1, 2019. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred Greenway; and granddaughter, Sadie Culverhouse. She is survived by her loving husband, Shawn Culverhose; children, Zach Yopp, Brandon Yopp (Desi), Destiny Culverhouse; step-children, Joey Culverhouse (Demi), Devin Culverhouse (Abigail), Fayth Culverhouse; mother, June Greenway; sister, Mary Alley...

Nancy Moss Conner

Nancy Moss Conner

Feb 28, 2019

Nancy Moss Conner, 85, of Christiansburg Va, passed away Thursday, February 28 at Highland Ridge Rehab and Nursing Home in Dublin Va. Nancy was born on May 12, 1933 to Leonard Flournoy (L.F.) Moss, and Eunice Moss, both of Pittsylvania County, Va. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Surviving are...

Faye Counts Martin

Faye Counts Martin

Feb 26, 2019

Faye Counts Martin, 73, of Christiansburg woke up in the arms of Jesus on February 26, 2019. She was a member of the First Church of God of Christiansburg. Faye was preceded in death by her parents, Kenley and Opal Welch; and daughter, Rita Counts Makhoul. She is survived by her husband, Don ‘Mongo’ Martin; children, Rhonda Mah and husband,...

Pauline Cox Linkous

Pauline Cox Linkous

Feb 24, 2019

Pauline Cox Linkous, 85, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, February 24, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Owen Linkous; parents, William and Bessie Cox; sister, Lorraine Cox Harris. Pauline is survived by her daughter, Kimberley Bruce and husband Mark; grandchildren, Kevin Martin and wife Katelyn, Allyson Martin, Jared Bruce; aunt, Mildred Cox; and her dogs whom...

Rovern Ely Goins

Rovern Ely Goins

Feb 24, 2019

Rovern Ely Goins, age 94, died on February 24, 2019 at the Kroontje Health Center in Blacksburg, VA. She was born on July 18, 1924, in Pennington Gap, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Birdie and Joe N. Ely; her sister, Thelma Ely Stewart; her brother, JN Ely Jr. all of Pennington Gap, VA; her husband, Denver...

Anthony 'Tony/Bonz' Michael Boyd

Anthony 'Tony/Bonz' Michael Boyd

Feb 24, 2019

Anthony (Tony / Bonz) Michael Boyd 05/31/1967 to 02/24/2019 He was born in Manchester, NH. He was 51 years old. He is preceded in death by his father, Michael Stephen Boyd. He is survived by his; mother: Shirley Riley Henderson, four brothers: Brian, Michael, Damon, and Harley, four sisters: Kimberly, Dawn, Michole, and Tanya, two beautiful daughters: Heather and Liane,...

Aleen 'Cindy' Thompson Wade

Aleen 'Cindy' Thompson Wade

Feb 22, 2019

Aleen ‘Cindy’ Thompson Wade, 91, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 22, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lura Thompson; and all of her siblings. Cindy is survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Special thanks to Intrepid Hospice and the Staff of Commonwealth Senior Living. Visitation will be held...

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie

Feb 19, 2019

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie, of Christiansburg, left this Earth for her Heavenly Home on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Lewis Gale Medical Center, Salem. She was born on March 28, 1927 in West Virginia. She graduated Valedictorian of her class at McComas High School. She was a member of Belview United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her...

Raymond McDonald Fisher

Raymond McDonald Fisher

Feb 17, 2019

Raymond McDonald Fisher born 5-25-1935, 83, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord, his wife, and son on Sunday, February 17, 2019. He was a faithful member of the New Hope Church of God since 1981, where he served in different capacities including treasurer for over 35 years. He was preceded in death by his father, James Hurley Fisher;...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Connie 'Aunt Coco' Johnson Worth

Connie 'Aunt Coco' Johnson Worth

Mar 12, 2019

Connie ‘Aunt Coco’ Johnson Worth of Christiansburg unexpectedly joined her husband of 35 years, Barry Worth, in Heaven on March 12, 2019. Connie was born on October 7, 1956 to the late Madeline and Aaron Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Johnson and niece, Georgia Collins. Connie retired on Friday, March 8, 2019 from Moog,...

Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr.

Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr.

Mar 11, 2019

In Loving Memory of Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr. ‘Mickey’ Jack McCanless Goodwin Jr. ‘Mickey’, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on March 11, 2019. He was preceded in death by his dad, Jack McCanless Goodwin Sr. Mickey is survived by his wife, Sandra Goodwin and step-sons, Dustin and Cody all of Christiansburg; daughter, Misty Goodwin (Chris Gwinn); granddaughters, Makaylee, Aubrey, and...

Timothy Michael 'Timmy' Mills

Timothy Michael 'Timmy' Mills

Mar 10, 2019

Timothy Michael ‘Timmy’ Mills, of Christiansburg, departed this life and entered Heaven’s gates on March 10, 2019. Timmy was born on August 1, 1967 to William and Freeda Mills. He was a very well-known member of the Bluegrass music scene, playing banjo and guitar, and loved encouraging younger musicians. Timmy was preceded in death by his dad, Bill Mills; his...

Thomas Alton 'Al' Moles

Thomas Alton 'Al' Moles

Mar 10, 2019

Thomas Alton ‘Al’ Moles, 80, of Christiansburg, passed away on March 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Light Moles; second wife, Arlene F. Moles; his father, Herman Davis Moles; and mother, Naomi Elizabeth Cochran Moles. Al is survived by his children, Sandra Moles Clements (Ralph), Nancy Faye Moles; granddaughter, Julianne Clements; and brother, Norman...

Karen Bishop

Karen Bishop

Mar 10, 2019

Karen Bishop, 69, of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on March 10, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and Estelle Miller of Buffalo, NY. Karen is survived by her husband, Donald W. Bishop; children, Angie Epperly (Jerry), Timmy Bishop, Sharon Bishop, Travis Bishop, and Jennifer Ayers (Jeff); five grandchildren; one great-grandson, Caston Wilburn; sisters-in-law,...

Lannie Mae Spradlin

Lannie Mae Spradlin

Mar 7, 2019

Lannie Mae Spradlin, 84, of Riner, passed away at home with her family by her side on March 7, 2019. She is survived by her children, Harold and Jennie Spradlin, David Spradlin and Fran Horton all of Riner, Roger and Jill Spradlin of Blacksburg; one grandson Brandon and Shelly Spradlin and four great-grandchildren all of Dover DE. Lannie chose to...

Thalia Conner Linkous

Thalia Conner Linkous

Mar 6, 2019

Thalia Conner Linkous, 92, peacefully left to be with her Lord on March 6, 2019. Her first husband, James Alton Conner, and her second husband, Burnett Marvell Linkous predeceased her. She is survived by her son, Michael Conner and his wife, Rose; her daughter Angela Conner; her grandson Dallis Conner and his fiance Taylor; step-granddaughter, Emma Sporing and her husband,...

Judith Kay Loveday

Judith Kay Loveday

Mar 5, 2019

Judith Kay Loveday, 75, of Riner, Va., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, surrounded by her husband of 55 years, Allan Wayne Loveday, and her children. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, Irvin and Wenona Gardner; a brother, Wayne Gardner; and son, Daniel Loveday. Judith developed a deep rooted love and steadfast faith which...

Bruce Steven Collins

Bruce Steven Collins

Mar 4, 2019

Bruce Steven Collins, 59, of Christiansburg passed away March 4, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Collins; nephew, Christopher Collins; and brother-in-law, Willie Keith. Bruce is survived by his mother, Ruth Collins; sister, Ellen Keith; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenny and Vanessa Collins, Barry and Debbie Collins, and George and Sandy Collins; special nephew, Dillon Dulany; best...

Emma Lee Moses

Emma Lee Moses

Mar 3, 2019

Emma Lee Moses, 86, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2019. She was a daughter to the late German and Ruby Lawrence. She was preceded in death by her brother, G.S. Lawrence and two sisters, Madeline Hall and Pauline Proffitt. Emma Lee married the love of her life on December 20, 1952. They raised two...

Mary Young Akers

Mary Young Akers

Mar 2, 2019

Mary Young Akers, of Christiansburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Mary was born on September 9, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. T. Akers; parents, James and Mattie Young; and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Formica and husband Randy of Christiansburg; grandson, Michael Formica of Blacksburg; sister,...

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse

Mar 1, 2019

Barbara Greenway Culverhouse, 44, of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 1, 2019. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred Greenway; and granddaughter, Sadie Culverhouse. She is survived by her loving husband, Shawn Culverhose; children, Zach Yopp, Brandon Yopp (Desi), Destiny Culverhouse; step-children, Joey Culverhouse (Demi), Devin Culverhouse (Abigail), Fayth Culverhouse; mother, June Greenway; sister, Mary Alley...

Nancy Moss Conner

Nancy Moss Conner

Feb 28, 2019

Nancy Moss Conner, 85, of Christiansburg Va, passed away Thursday, February 28 at Highland Ridge Rehab and Nursing Home in Dublin Va. Nancy was born on May 12, 1933 to Leonard Flournoy (L.F.) Moss, and Eunice Moss, both of Pittsylvania County, Va. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Surviving are...

Faye Counts Martin

Faye Counts Martin

Feb 26, 2019

Faye Counts Martin, 73, of Christiansburg woke up in the arms of Jesus on February 26, 2019. She was a member of the First Church of God of Christiansburg. Faye was preceded in death by her parents, Kenley and Opal Welch; and daughter, Rita Counts Makhoul. She is survived by her husband, Don ‘Mongo’ Martin; children, Rhonda Mah and husband,...

Pauline Cox Linkous

Pauline Cox Linkous

Feb 24, 2019

Pauline Cox Linkous, 85, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, February 24, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Owen Linkous; parents, William and Bessie Cox; sister, Lorraine Cox Harris. Pauline is survived by her daughter, Kimberley Bruce and husband Mark; grandchildren, Kevin Martin and wife Katelyn, Allyson Martin, Jared Bruce; aunt, Mildred Cox; and her dogs whom...

Rovern Ely Goins

Rovern Ely Goins

Feb 24, 2019

Rovern Ely Goins, age 94, died on February 24, 2019 at the Kroontje Health Center in Blacksburg, VA. She was born on July 18, 1924, in Pennington Gap, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Birdie and Joe N. Ely; her sister, Thelma Ely Stewart; her brother, JN Ely Jr. all of Pennington Gap, VA; her husband, Denver...

Anthony 'Tony/Bonz' Michael Boyd

Anthony 'Tony/Bonz' Michael Boyd

Feb 24, 2019

Anthony (Tony / Bonz) Michael Boyd 05/31/1967 to 02/24/2019 He was born in Manchester, NH. He was 51 years old. He is preceded in death by his father, Michael Stephen Boyd. He is survived by his; mother: Shirley Riley Henderson, four brothers: Brian, Michael, Damon, and Harley, four sisters: Kimberly, Dawn, Michole, and Tanya, two beautiful daughters: Heather and Liane,...

Aleen 'Cindy' Thompson Wade

Aleen 'Cindy' Thompson Wade

Feb 22, 2019

Aleen ‘Cindy’ Thompson Wade, 91, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 22, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lura Thompson; and all of her siblings. Cindy is survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Special thanks to Intrepid Hospice and the Staff of Commonwealth Senior Living. Visitation will be held...

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie

Feb 19, 2019

Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie, of Christiansburg, left this Earth for her Heavenly Home on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Lewis Gale Medical Center, Salem. She was born on March 28, 1927 in West Virginia. She graduated Valedictorian of her class at McComas High School. She was a member of Belview United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her...

Raymond McDonald Fisher

Raymond McDonald Fisher

Feb 17, 2019

Raymond McDonald Fisher born 5-25-1935, 83, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord, his wife, and son on Sunday, February 17, 2019. He was a faithful member of the New Hope Church of God since 1981, where he served in different capacities including treasurer for over 35 years. He was preceded in death by his father, James Hurley Fisher;...