Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Robert Earl Osborne

Robert Earl Osborne

Oct 1, 2016

Robert Earl Osborne 87, of Christiansburg VA, went home to be with the Lord and join his love Betty Jo in heaven, on Saturday, October 1, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years; his parents; and several brothers and sisters. Left to cherish his memory is one sister and brother-in-law, Okey...

Michael Scott Snider

Michael Scott Snider

Oct 1, 2016

Michael Scott Snider was born on September 27, 1989 in Christiansburg, VA. At the young age of 27 he passed away on October 1, 2016. He was a devoted father, son, brother and friend to all who knew him. He loved his family and friends with his whole heart. He is survived by his precious daughter, Arabella Alexis Snider and...

John G. Gray Jr.

John G. Gray Jr.

Sep 27, 2016

John G. Gray, Jr., 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; brother, Michael; sister-in-law, Linda; nephew, John Michael; niece, Lauren; and special cousin, Donna Gray Boyd (John). Per John’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016, at 11 a.m. at...

Patricia Wheeling

Patricia Wheeling

Sep 17, 2016

Patricia Wheeling, 51, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Hicks. Trish is survived by her hubby that loved her with all his heart and soul, Barney Wheeling; mom, Mazie Hicks; sisters and brothers, Janet Nunley (Kevin), Margie High, Robin Trail (Chuck), Rebecca Hicks, Everett Hicks and Daniel Hicks...

Karen Elaine Huffman

Karen Elaine Huffman

Sep 16, 2016

Karen Elaine Huffman, 50, of Harford County, MD passed away September 16, 2016. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Lee Cross. She is survived by her daughters, Jillian Reese and Stephanie Eskew; grandchild, Alyssa Smith; father, James Huffman Sr. and wife, Grace; siblings, Colleen Wallis, Theresa Posse, James Huffman Jr., Kimberly Huffman and Jessica Hensley; and many...

David Eugene Hixon

David Eugene Hixon

Sep 15, 2016

DAVID EUGENE HIXON, 73 of Christiansburg passed away September 15, 2016. It was David’s request to not have any formal services. Online condolences can be left to the family at hornefuneralservice.com.

Harriet S. Silber

Harriet S. Silber

Sep 13, 2016

Harriet S. Silber, 92, of Chicago, Illinois passed away Tuesday September 13, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Anna Goldberg; daughter, Deborah Silber and siblings, Charlotte and Alan Goldberg. She is survived by her three sons Gershon (Donna) Silber, Jonathan (Zully) Silber, and Gary (Marion) Silber; eight grandchildren, Laurel, Christopher, Anne, Rachel, Kate, Victoria, David...

Reba Pharis Worrell

Reba Pharis Worrell

Sep 13, 2016

WORRELL, Reba Pharis, 89 of Christiansburg died September 13, 2016. Mrs. Worrell was a lifetime member of St Paul United Methodist Church. She was born in Christiansburg on October 2, 1926 to the late Haden and Myrtle Pharis. She was also preceded in death by her husband; Joseph Lee Worrell, Jr., Infant granddaughter and her great grandson; Stephen Robertson, Jr....

Marie Obenshain Scaggs

Marie Obenshain Scaggs

Sep 8, 2016

Edith Marie Obenshain Scaggs, 90, of Riner, joined her sweetheart on Thursday, September 8, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Zeke Scaggs; parents, Kyle and Lillian Obenshain; brothers, David and Jonathan Obenshain; and sister, Jane Morris. Marie is survived by her children, Stephen Scaggs and Wendy, and Brenda Scaggs Bobbitt and Gary; grandchildren, Kyle Scaggs and...

Pauline Huff Alley

Pauline Huff Alley

Sep 7, 2016

Mrs. Pauline Huff Alley, 79, joined her beloved husband of 63 years, Ervin Bruce Alley, on September 7, 2016. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her children and grandchildren. She was born in Guilford, Maine in 1937 and met the love of her life before relocating to Virginia in the 1970s. She was preceded in death by her...

Melissa Lorraine Smith

Melissa Lorraine Smith

Sep 7, 2016

MELISSA LORRAINE SMITH, 39 of Christiansburg, VA passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016 from Montgomery Regional Hospital. She was born February 4, 1977 in Wytheville, VA the daughter of the late Gary James Smith, Sr. and Willie Mae Hale. She was a member of Three Strand and a Leader for the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline. Melissa was very beloved...

Shelly Denise Stewart

Shelly Denise Stewart

Sep 4, 2016

Shelly Denise Stewart, 54, of Christiansburg, passed away on September 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elliott ‘Jake’ and Betty Ann Stewart. Shelly is survived by her siblings, Elliott Stewart, Jr., Toledo, OH, Chester Stewart, Roanoke, VA, Rochelle Stewart, Christiansburg, VA, Reva Stewart, Richmond, VA, Belle Bell, Toledo, OH; children, Mike Scott (Jaimee), Christiansburg, VA, Kevin...

Ellen Vest Garnand

Ellen Vest Garnand

Sep 2, 2016

Ellen Vest Garnand, 70, of Riner, Va., passed away Friday, September 2, 2016. Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Coye and Evie Vest. She is survived by her husband, Douglas ‘Mac’ Garnand; son and daughter-in-law, Douglas ‘Dale’ Garnand and wife Stephanie; daughter, Dana Garnand; two grandchildren, Lauren and Joshua Garnand; brother-in-law and sister, Raymond and Helen St. Clair;...

William Kenneth 'Bill' Cole

William Kenneth 'Bill' Cole

Aug 29, 2016

William Kenneth (Bill) Cole, 79, of Pilot, VA, passed away on August 29, 2016. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Elsie Cole. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lyndall Hall Cole; daughters and sons-in-law, Shannon and Steve Dove, Christiansburg, and Sandra and Cary McConnell, Monroe; grandchildren, Kenneth (Kenny) Dove, (Haley and Madi), Floyd,...

Marvin Via 'Mac' MacMackin

Marvin Via 'Mac' MacMackin

Aug 28, 2016

Marvin Via MacMackin passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016. Mac was born on April 29, 1925, in Shawsville, VA. He was the son of the late George C. MacMackin and Myrtle Via MacMackin. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Geraldine Keith MacMackin; and brother, Albert MacMackin. He is survived by his son, Gary (Teresa);...

Nora Lake Bishop

Nora Lake Bishop

Aug 27, 2016

NORA LAKE BISHOP, 96, of Christiansburg passed away on August 27, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer H. ‘Dutch’ Bishop; parents, James & Mattie Young; and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by sisters, Ruby Epperly and Mary Akers; step-sons, Wayne Bishop and wife, Joyce, Richard Bishop and wife, Kristen; step-grandchildren, Karen Brown and Kevin...

Rose Mary Tabor

Rose Mary Tabor

Aug 25, 2016

Rose Tabor of Dublin, passed away on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Roy Alan and Thelma Elizabeth Barnett; sister, Doris Jane Lang; grandsons, Adam Wayne Deweese and Collin Wesley Deweese. She is survived by her children, Mary Ann Deweese and husband Chuck of Dublin, Daisy Clemons and husband Thomas of Narrows, Eddie...

Eilleen Pearl Lovern Underwood

Eilleen Pearl Lovern Underwood

Aug 25, 2016

A beautiful soul, Eilleen Lovern Underwood, 78, of Shawsville, was laid to rest on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Holmes; parents, Luther and Ora Smith Lovern; sisters, Peggy and Gilbie; and brothers, Norman, William, and Junior Lovern. Eilleen is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years, Frank Underwood; son, Randy...

Carolyn Lee Cunningham

Carolyn Lee Cunningham

Aug 25, 2016

Carolyn Lee Cunningham, 64, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Exalee Cunningham; and a brother, Marcus Cunningham. Carolyn is survived by her brother, Joe Cunningham (Melissa); sister, Joyce Bain (Allen); as well as a host of other family and friends. The family will receive...

Charlie 'Hampton' Vest

Charlie 'Hampton' Vest

Aug 23, 2016

Charlie Hampton (Hamp) Vest, age 95, of Check, lost his battle with cancer and left his earthly journey to continue on to his heavenly home on Tuesday, August 23, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Washington and Wildie McNeil Vest; brothers, Truman Vest (Dorma), Gratton Vest, and Gerald Vest; sisters, Bonnie Willis (Roscoe), Ruby Foster (Clinton),...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Robert Earl Osborne

Robert Earl Osborne

Oct 1, 2016

Robert Earl Osborne 87, of Christiansburg VA, went home to be with the Lord and join his love Betty Jo in heaven, on Saturday, October 1, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years; his parents; and several brothers and sisters. Left to cherish his memory is one sister and brother-in-law, Okey...

Michael Scott Snider

Michael Scott Snider

Oct 1, 2016

Michael Scott Snider was born on September 27, 1989 in Christiansburg, VA. At the young age of 27 he passed away on October 1, 2016. He was a devoted father, son, brother and friend to all who knew him. He loved his family and friends with his whole heart. He is survived by his precious daughter, Arabella Alexis Snider and...

John G. Gray Jr.

John G. Gray Jr.

Sep 27, 2016

John G. Gray, Jr., 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; brother, Michael; sister-in-law, Linda; nephew, John Michael; niece, Lauren; and special cousin, Donna Gray Boyd (John). Per John’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016, at 11 a.m. at...

Patricia Wheeling

Patricia Wheeling

Sep 17, 2016

Patricia Wheeling, 51, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Hicks. Trish is survived by her hubby that loved her with all his heart and soul, Barney Wheeling; mom, Mazie Hicks; sisters and brothers, Janet Nunley (Kevin), Margie High, Robin Trail (Chuck), Rebecca Hicks, Everett Hicks and Daniel Hicks...

Karen Elaine Huffman

Karen Elaine Huffman

Sep 16, 2016

Karen Elaine Huffman, 50, of Harford County, MD passed away September 16, 2016. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Lee Cross. She is survived by her daughters, Jillian Reese and Stephanie Eskew; grandchild, Alyssa Smith; father, James Huffman Sr. and wife, Grace; siblings, Colleen Wallis, Theresa Posse, James Huffman Jr., Kimberly Huffman and Jessica Hensley; and many...

David Eugene Hixon

David Eugene Hixon

Sep 15, 2016

DAVID EUGENE HIXON, 73 of Christiansburg passed away September 15, 2016. It was David’s request to not have any formal services. Online condolences can be left to the family at hornefuneralservice.com.

Harriet S. Silber

Harriet S. Silber

Sep 13, 2016

Harriet S. Silber, 92, of Chicago, Illinois passed away Tuesday September 13, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Anna Goldberg; daughter, Deborah Silber and siblings, Charlotte and Alan Goldberg. She is survived by her three sons Gershon (Donna) Silber, Jonathan (Zully) Silber, and Gary (Marion) Silber; eight grandchildren, Laurel, Christopher, Anne, Rachel, Kate, Victoria, David...

Reba Pharis Worrell

Reba Pharis Worrell

Sep 13, 2016

WORRELL, Reba Pharis, 89 of Christiansburg died September 13, 2016. Mrs. Worrell was a lifetime member of St Paul United Methodist Church. She was born in Christiansburg on October 2, 1926 to the late Haden and Myrtle Pharis. She was also preceded in death by her husband; Joseph Lee Worrell, Jr., Infant granddaughter and her great grandson; Stephen Robertson, Jr....

Marie Obenshain Scaggs

Marie Obenshain Scaggs

Sep 8, 2016

Edith Marie Obenshain Scaggs, 90, of Riner, joined her sweetheart on Thursday, September 8, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Zeke Scaggs; parents, Kyle and Lillian Obenshain; brothers, David and Jonathan Obenshain; and sister, Jane Morris. Marie is survived by her children, Stephen Scaggs and Wendy, and Brenda Scaggs Bobbitt and Gary; grandchildren, Kyle Scaggs and...

Pauline Huff Alley

Pauline Huff Alley

Sep 7, 2016

Mrs. Pauline Huff Alley, 79, joined her beloved husband of 63 years, Ervin Bruce Alley, on September 7, 2016. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her children and grandchildren. She was born in Guilford, Maine in 1937 and met the love of her life before relocating to Virginia in the 1970s. She was preceded in death by her...

Melissa Lorraine Smith

Melissa Lorraine Smith

Sep 7, 2016

MELISSA LORRAINE SMITH, 39 of Christiansburg, VA passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016 from Montgomery Regional Hospital. She was born February 4, 1977 in Wytheville, VA the daughter of the late Gary James Smith, Sr. and Willie Mae Hale. She was a member of Three Strand and a Leader for the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline. Melissa was very beloved...

Shelly Denise Stewart

Shelly Denise Stewart

Sep 4, 2016

Shelly Denise Stewart, 54, of Christiansburg, passed away on September 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elliott ‘Jake’ and Betty Ann Stewart. Shelly is survived by her siblings, Elliott Stewart, Jr., Toledo, OH, Chester Stewart, Roanoke, VA, Rochelle Stewart, Christiansburg, VA, Reva Stewart, Richmond, VA, Belle Bell, Toledo, OH; children, Mike Scott (Jaimee), Christiansburg, VA, Kevin...

Ellen Vest Garnand

Ellen Vest Garnand

Sep 2, 2016

Ellen Vest Garnand, 70, of Riner, Va., passed away Friday, September 2, 2016. Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Coye and Evie Vest. She is survived by her husband, Douglas ‘Mac’ Garnand; son and daughter-in-law, Douglas ‘Dale’ Garnand and wife Stephanie; daughter, Dana Garnand; two grandchildren, Lauren and Joshua Garnand; brother-in-law and sister, Raymond and Helen St. Clair;...

William Kenneth 'Bill' Cole

William Kenneth 'Bill' Cole

Aug 29, 2016

William Kenneth (Bill) Cole, 79, of Pilot, VA, passed away on August 29, 2016. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Elsie Cole. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lyndall Hall Cole; daughters and sons-in-law, Shannon and Steve Dove, Christiansburg, and Sandra and Cary McConnell, Monroe; grandchildren, Kenneth (Kenny) Dove, (Haley and Madi), Floyd,...

Marvin Via 'Mac' MacMackin

Marvin Via 'Mac' MacMackin

Aug 28, 2016

Marvin Via MacMackin passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016. Mac was born on April 29, 1925, in Shawsville, VA. He was the son of the late George C. MacMackin and Myrtle Via MacMackin. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Geraldine Keith MacMackin; and brother, Albert MacMackin. He is survived by his son, Gary (Teresa);...

Nora Lake Bishop

Nora Lake Bishop

Aug 27, 2016

NORA LAKE BISHOP, 96, of Christiansburg passed away on August 27, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer H. ‘Dutch’ Bishop; parents, James & Mattie Young; and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by sisters, Ruby Epperly and Mary Akers; step-sons, Wayne Bishop and wife, Joyce, Richard Bishop and wife, Kristen; step-grandchildren, Karen Brown and Kevin...

Rose Mary Tabor

Rose Mary Tabor

Aug 25, 2016

Rose Tabor of Dublin, passed away on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Roy Alan and Thelma Elizabeth Barnett; sister, Doris Jane Lang; grandsons, Adam Wayne Deweese and Collin Wesley Deweese. She is survived by her children, Mary Ann Deweese and husband Chuck of Dublin, Daisy Clemons and husband Thomas of Narrows, Eddie...

Eilleen Pearl Lovern Underwood

Eilleen Pearl Lovern Underwood

Aug 25, 2016

A beautiful soul, Eilleen Lovern Underwood, 78, of Shawsville, was laid to rest on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Holmes; parents, Luther and Ora Smith Lovern; sisters, Peggy and Gilbie; and brothers, Norman, William, and Junior Lovern. Eilleen is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years, Frank Underwood; son, Randy...

Carolyn Lee Cunningham

Carolyn Lee Cunningham

Aug 25, 2016

Carolyn Lee Cunningham, 64, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on August 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Exalee Cunningham; and a brother, Marcus Cunningham. Carolyn is survived by her brother, Joe Cunningham (Melissa); sister, Joyce Bain (Allen); as well as a host of other family and friends. The family will receive...

Charlie 'Hampton' Vest

Charlie 'Hampton' Vest

Aug 23, 2016

Charlie Hampton (Hamp) Vest, age 95, of Check, lost his battle with cancer and left his earthly journey to continue on to his heavenly home on Tuesday, August 23, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Washington and Wildie McNeil Vest; brothers, Truman Vest (Dorma), Gratton Vest, and Gerald Vest; sisters, Bonnie Willis (Roscoe), Ruby Foster (Clinton),...

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