Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Larry Dudley Yates

Larry Dudley Yates

Oct 4, 2015

Larry Dudley Yates, 60, of Pulaski, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Robert Dudley Yates; and his beloved wife, Verona Gail Yates. He is survived by his mother, Virginia S. Yates; sons, Eric Yates and wife Melanie, Nick Yates and significant other Candi Branscome; grandchildren, Josie Yates, Gracie Yates, Makenna Yates,...

William Cline Phillips

William Cline Phillips

Oct 2, 2015

William Cline Phillips, 94 of Radford, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 2, 2015. Cline served in WW II as a Sergeant Tec 4 Long Shoreman and earned the Good Conduct metal. He enjoyed farming, family and friends. He was a member of Laurel Hill Church of Christ in Radford. The son of the late William Earnest...

Eva Simpkins

Eva Simpkins

Sep 30, 2015

Eva Simpkins, 70, of Radford, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Sadie Simpkins; and brother, Hugh Simpkins. She is survived by her son, Phillip (Melissa) Simpkins; grandchildren, Joshua, Amanda, and Allison Simpkins; great-grandchild, Aiden Lee; brothers, Stevie Simpkins and Randall Simpkins; sisters, Betty Quesenberry, Brenda Lucas, Carolyn Adams, Patsy...

William Douglas 'Dougie' Hutchison

William Douglas 'Dougie' Hutchison

Sep 28, 2015

William Douglas ‘Dougie’ Hutchison, 56, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015. Dougie is survived by his parents, LeRoy and Joyce Hutchison; sisters, Teresa Wheeling, Opal Mannon, Rhonda Cook, Stephanie Cox; brother, Clarence Hutchison; four nieces; and seven nephews. Thank you for the love and care of Hospice and the special care and love of his two sisters,...

Lucy Costigan Reed

Lucy Costigan Reed

Sep 28, 2015

Lucy Costigan Reed, 91, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015. She was born on September 20, 1924, a daughter of the late Charles C. Costigan and Mary Lucy Woolwine Costigan of Christiansburg. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin L. Reed; daughter, Lois Ann Reed; sisters, Stella Hungate, Ella Kanode, Marjorie Clark; brothers, Johnie...

Benjamin Gill Burk

Benjamin Gill Burk

Sep 25, 2015

Benjamin Gill Burk, 85, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on September 25, 2015. Ben was preceded in death by his parents, John Riley and Artie Grace Linkous Burk; brothers, Jim, Harry, Nathan, Joe, Johnny Boy; and sisters, Claire Lang and Grace Burk. Ben is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mildred Sutphin Burk; daughter, Paula...

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings

Sep 23, 2015

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings, of Christiansburg, born March 5, 1932 in Columbus, Ohio, ‘kicked the bucket’ on Wednesday, September 23, 2015, peacefully at her home. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harry Albert Jennings; parents, Harrison Orlando and Gaynell Robinson Mann; brother, Robert Joseph Mann; ‘daughter’, Karen Marie Mann Sugalski; and grandson, Jeremy Jennings. Left...

Freddie W. Williams

Freddie W. Williams

Sep 21, 2015

Freddie W. Williams, 77, of Martinsville, formerly of Shawsville, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2015. Freddie was preceded in death by his parents, Luther Erwin and Margaret Ellen Williams. He is survived by his loving wife, Nina Epperly Williams; son, Darrell Williams and wife Judy; daughter, Sharon Williams Edwards; grandchildren, Dillon and Travis Williams, Hannah, William, and Zachary Edwards;...

Charles Alvah Davis

Charles Alvah Davis

Sep 20, 2015

Charles Alvah Davis, 75, of Shawsville, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Henry and Opal Davis; brother, Edward Davis; and son, Richard A. Davis. Charlie is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Patricia ‘Pat’ Davis; son, Charles Davis, Jr. and wife Teresa; daughters, Lori Leonard and husband Robert Leonard,...

Archie William Hughes Jr.(Billy)

Archie William Hughes Jr.(Billy)

Sep 19, 2015

(Together Again) Born on November 6, 1923 Billy passed from this life at the age of 91 to join his wife; Frances and family in Heaven. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter; Toxie McNeill (Mike), Sons; Mike (Helen) David (Debbie), eight grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, close friend and caregiver; Virginia Giles. Niece; Marjorie Gutshall, great nephews; Eric, Evan...

Ann Louise Alderman

Ann Louise Alderman

Sep 14, 2015

Ann Louise Alderman, 52, of Dublin, formerly of Pulaski, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015. Ann was preceded in death by her father, Jack Whittaker; and beloved cousin, Becky King. Ann is survived by her sons, Scott Taylor and wife Jessie, and Eric Alderman; grandchildren, Cash and Embry Taylor; beloved companion, David Breedlove. The family will receive friends on...

Donnie Clayton Hatcher

Donnie Clayton Hatcher

Sep 13, 2015

Donnie Clayton Hatcher, 65, of Shawsville, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Terrell Hatcher and Frances Karr; and brothers, Stanley and Jerry Hatcher. Donnie is survived by his daughter, Misty Hatcher Jones and husband Richard; son, Donnie Wayne Hatcher and wife JoAnne Foster; grandchildren, Richard Jackson Jones and Madeleine Grace Jones;...

Mettie Gay Royal

Mettie Gay Royal

Sep 13, 2015

On the afternoon of September 13th, Mettie Gay Royal passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 96. She was being comforted by her family at Cornerstone Hospice in Tavares, Florida at the time of her passing. Born on November 2, 1918 in Floyd, Virginia, she was one of ten children to John and Ella Mae Lester. Her...

Nellie Ann Taylor Wood

Nellie Ann Taylor Wood

Sep 10, 2015

Nellie Taylor Wood, born November 14, 1923, passed away on September 9, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Alfred; and son, Ray. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Jean Woody (Roger) of Christiansburg, VA, Pat Woody (Jerry) of Canton, OH; son, Tommy Wood (Pat) of Radford, VA; grandsons, Erik Woody (Brenda), Chuck Woody (Tara), Tyler...

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson

Sep 7, 2015

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson, 80, of Blacksburg, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015. Marie is survived by her daughters, Jeannie Gay, Nancy Gay, and Jacqueline Lysne; granddaughter, Jocelyn Lysne; sisters-in-law, Jeanette Shelor and Bertha Shelor; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 11, 2015, from 12-2 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home....

Rosa Lee Bishop

Rosa Lee Bishop

Sep 5, 2015

Rosa Lee Bishop 80, of Christiansburg, VA formerly of Floyd County passed away Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. She is preceded in death by husband, Thomas Glenward Bishop; parents, Cora Lee Duncan and John Davis Lester; brothers, Elmer “Cecil” Lester and James “Kenney” Lester; and sister, Betty Bishop She is survived by brother, Davis “Junior” Lester (Betty Jo); sisters, Goldie Nester...

Beatrice Gertrude Butt

Beatrice Gertrude Butt

Sep 4, 2015

Beatrice Gertrude Butt, 97 of Lafayette, VA passed away September 4, 2015. There will be a private gathering held at the Daughter and Son-in-law’s home in Lafayette. In lieu of flowers please make donations to NRV Carilion Hospice, 707 Randolph St # 251, Radford, VA 24141.

Belva Ruth Hurd Sabo

Belva Ruth Hurd Sabo

Aug 30, 2015

Belva Hurd Sabo, 85, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Sabo; and daughter, Sharon Sabo. Belva is survived by her children, Don Sabo and wife Margie, Bobbie Moretz and husband Bruce, Jean StClair and husband Wes; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister, Launa Large; as well as...

Goldie L. Phillips

Goldie L. Phillips

Aug 24, 2015

Goldie L. Phillips, 81, of Louisville, Ky., passed away Monday, August 24, 2015. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va.

Jeffrey Dale Walters

Jeffrey Dale Walters

Aug 24, 2015

Jeff Walters of Ironto, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, August 24, 2015, at the age of 54. He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Walters; nephew, Joey Walters; and step-daughter, Bobbie Leigh. Jeff is survived by his wife, Tammy Walters; son, Dillon Walters; mother, Nancy Raines Walters; mother-in-law, Loretta Furrow; brother, Greg Walters and wife...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Larry Dudley Yates

Larry Dudley Yates

Oct 4, 2015

Larry Dudley Yates, 60, of Pulaski, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Robert Dudley Yates; and his beloved wife, Verona Gail Yates. He is survived by his mother, Virginia S. Yates; sons, Eric Yates and wife Melanie, Nick Yates and significant other Candi Branscome; grandchildren, Josie Yates, Gracie Yates, Makenna Yates,...

William Cline Phillips

William Cline Phillips

Oct 2, 2015

William Cline Phillips, 94 of Radford, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 2, 2015. Cline served in WW II as a Sergeant Tec 4 Long Shoreman and earned the Good Conduct metal. He enjoyed farming, family and friends. He was a member of Laurel Hill Church of Christ in Radford. The son of the late William Earnest...

Eva Simpkins

Eva Simpkins

Sep 30, 2015

Eva Simpkins, 70, of Radford, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Sadie Simpkins; and brother, Hugh Simpkins. She is survived by her son, Phillip (Melissa) Simpkins; grandchildren, Joshua, Amanda, and Allison Simpkins; great-grandchild, Aiden Lee; brothers, Stevie Simpkins and Randall Simpkins; sisters, Betty Quesenberry, Brenda Lucas, Carolyn Adams, Patsy...

William Douglas 'Dougie' Hutchison

William Douglas 'Dougie' Hutchison

Sep 28, 2015

William Douglas ‘Dougie’ Hutchison, 56, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015. Dougie is survived by his parents, LeRoy and Joyce Hutchison; sisters, Teresa Wheeling, Opal Mannon, Rhonda Cook, Stephanie Cox; brother, Clarence Hutchison; four nieces; and seven nephews. Thank you for the love and care of Hospice and the special care and love of his two sisters,...

Lucy Costigan Reed

Lucy Costigan Reed

Sep 28, 2015

Lucy Costigan Reed, 91, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015. She was born on September 20, 1924, a daughter of the late Charles C. Costigan and Mary Lucy Woolwine Costigan of Christiansburg. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin L. Reed; daughter, Lois Ann Reed; sisters, Stella Hungate, Ella Kanode, Marjorie Clark; brothers, Johnie...

Benjamin Gill Burk

Benjamin Gill Burk

Sep 25, 2015

Benjamin Gill Burk, 85, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on September 25, 2015. Ben was preceded in death by his parents, John Riley and Artie Grace Linkous Burk; brothers, Jim, Harry, Nathan, Joe, Johnny Boy; and sisters, Claire Lang and Grace Burk. Ben is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mildred Sutphin Burk; daughter, Paula...

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings

Sep 23, 2015

Shirley Dell Mann Jennings, of Christiansburg, born March 5, 1932 in Columbus, Ohio, ‘kicked the bucket’ on Wednesday, September 23, 2015, peacefully at her home. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harry Albert Jennings; parents, Harrison Orlando and Gaynell Robinson Mann; brother, Robert Joseph Mann; ‘daughter’, Karen Marie Mann Sugalski; and grandson, Jeremy Jennings. Left...

Freddie W. Williams

Freddie W. Williams

Sep 21, 2015

Freddie W. Williams, 77, of Martinsville, formerly of Shawsville, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2015. Freddie was preceded in death by his parents, Luther Erwin and Margaret Ellen Williams. He is survived by his loving wife, Nina Epperly Williams; son, Darrell Williams and wife Judy; daughter, Sharon Williams Edwards; grandchildren, Dillon and Travis Williams, Hannah, William, and Zachary Edwards;...

Charles Alvah Davis

Charles Alvah Davis

Sep 20, 2015

Charles Alvah Davis, 75, of Shawsville, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Henry and Opal Davis; brother, Edward Davis; and son, Richard A. Davis. Charlie is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Patricia ‘Pat’ Davis; son, Charles Davis, Jr. and wife Teresa; daughters, Lori Leonard and husband Robert Leonard,...

Archie William Hughes Jr.(Billy)

Archie William Hughes Jr.(Billy)

Sep 19, 2015

(Together Again) Born on November 6, 1923 Billy passed from this life at the age of 91 to join his wife; Frances and family in Heaven. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter; Toxie McNeill (Mike), Sons; Mike (Helen) David (Debbie), eight grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, close friend and caregiver; Virginia Giles. Niece; Marjorie Gutshall, great nephews; Eric, Evan...

Ann Louise Alderman

Ann Louise Alderman

Sep 14, 2015

Ann Louise Alderman, 52, of Dublin, formerly of Pulaski, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015. Ann was preceded in death by her father, Jack Whittaker; and beloved cousin, Becky King. Ann is survived by her sons, Scott Taylor and wife Jessie, and Eric Alderman; grandchildren, Cash and Embry Taylor; beloved companion, David Breedlove. The family will receive friends on...

Donnie Clayton Hatcher

Donnie Clayton Hatcher

Sep 13, 2015

Donnie Clayton Hatcher, 65, of Shawsville, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Terrell Hatcher and Frances Karr; and brothers, Stanley and Jerry Hatcher. Donnie is survived by his daughter, Misty Hatcher Jones and husband Richard; son, Donnie Wayne Hatcher and wife JoAnne Foster; grandchildren, Richard Jackson Jones and Madeleine Grace Jones;...

Mettie Gay Royal

Mettie Gay Royal

Sep 13, 2015

On the afternoon of September 13th, Mettie Gay Royal passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 96. She was being comforted by her family at Cornerstone Hospice in Tavares, Florida at the time of her passing. Born on November 2, 1918 in Floyd, Virginia, she was one of ten children to John and Ella Mae Lester. Her...

Nellie Ann Taylor Wood

Nellie Ann Taylor Wood

Sep 10, 2015

Nellie Taylor Wood, born November 14, 1923, passed away on September 9, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Alfred; and son, Ray. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Jean Woody (Roger) of Christiansburg, VA, Pat Woody (Jerry) of Canton, OH; son, Tommy Wood (Pat) of Radford, VA; grandsons, Erik Woody (Brenda), Chuck Woody (Tara), Tyler...

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson

Sep 7, 2015

Marie Shelor Gay Henderson, 80, of Blacksburg, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015. Marie is survived by her daughters, Jeannie Gay, Nancy Gay, and Jacqueline Lysne; granddaughter, Jocelyn Lysne; sisters-in-law, Jeanette Shelor and Bertha Shelor; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 11, 2015, from 12-2 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home....

Rosa Lee Bishop

Rosa Lee Bishop

Sep 5, 2015

Rosa Lee Bishop 80, of Christiansburg, VA formerly of Floyd County passed away Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. She is preceded in death by husband, Thomas Glenward Bishop; parents, Cora Lee Duncan and John Davis Lester; brothers, Elmer “Cecil” Lester and James “Kenney” Lester; and sister, Betty Bishop She is survived by brother, Davis “Junior” Lester (Betty Jo); sisters, Goldie Nester...

Beatrice Gertrude Butt

Beatrice Gertrude Butt

Sep 4, 2015

Beatrice Gertrude Butt, 97 of Lafayette, VA passed away September 4, 2015. There will be a private gathering held at the Daughter and Son-in-law’s home in Lafayette. In lieu of flowers please make donations to NRV Carilion Hospice, 707 Randolph St # 251, Radford, VA 24141.

Belva Ruth Hurd Sabo

Belva Ruth Hurd Sabo

Aug 30, 2015

Belva Hurd Sabo, 85, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Sabo; and daughter, Sharon Sabo. Belva is survived by her children, Don Sabo and wife Margie, Bobbie Moretz and husband Bruce, Jean StClair and husband Wes; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister, Launa Large; as well as...

Goldie L. Phillips

Goldie L. Phillips

Aug 24, 2015

Goldie L. Phillips, 81, of Louisville, Ky., passed away Monday, August 24, 2015. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va.

Jeffrey Dale Walters

Jeffrey Dale Walters

Aug 24, 2015

Jeff Walters of Ironto, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, August 24, 2015, at the age of 54. He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Walters; nephew, Joey Walters; and step-daughter, Bobbie Leigh. Jeff is survived by his wife, Tammy Walters; son, Dillon Walters; mother, Nancy Raines Walters; mother-in-law, Loretta Furrow; brother, Greg Walters and wife...

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