Robert Stephen "Rob" Hurt
December 14, 2025
Robert Stephen “Rob” Hurt, age 78 of Hardy died Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was born August 22, 1947 a son of the late Clifton and Francis Hurt. Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Joy Hurt; mother-in-law, Nancy Wuergler; sister, Darlene (Glenn) McGuire; brothers, Wesley Hurt, Mark (Bettie) Hurt; brother-in-law, Barry (Peggy) Wuergler; sister-in-law, Leticia (Greg) Colls; nephews, Travis...
Sallie Kate Hodges
December 13, 2025
Sallie Kate Hodges, age 91 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025. She was born May 21, 1934 a daughter of the late William Anderson and Dematrice Holland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Lenford Hodges; two daughters, Dematrice James and Bonnie Marie Young; and granddaughter, Jaquetta Diane Walker. Surviving...
Helen Catherine Carson
December 13, 2025
Helen Catherine Carson, age 91 of Penhook passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a mental health organization of your choice. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Cynthia Smith
December 12, 2025
Cynthia Margaret Smith, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2025, at her home. Born on November 7, 1951, in Denver, Colorado, Cynthia—affectionately known as "Cindy" was the beloved daughter of Frank and Rebecca Fuller, both of whom have preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother, Charles Fuller, and her son, Frank Smith.
Cynthia served in the...
Jerry Ellis
December 12, 2025
Jerry Ellis, age 64 of Rocky Mount passed peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 12, 2025. He had been living with dementia in his later years. Though he had no known family, he was not without companionship and care. He was fortunate to have a loyal friend, Travis, who stood by him over the years.
Jerry was cared for by...
Ernestine Pasley Hartigan
December 11, 2025
Ernestine Pasley Hartigan, age 101 of Scruggs died Thursday, December 11, 2025. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount – Smith Mountain Lake.
Arlene Poindexter Thomas
December 11, 2025
Mrs. Arlene Thomas, age 88 of Glade Hill, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, December 11, 2025. She was born October 2, 1937 to the late Clair and Daisy Poindexter.
Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Thomas; son, Steve Thomas; brother, Tom Poindexter; sister, Nancy Adkins; and sister-in-law, Linda Poindexter.
Surviving are her son, Thadd Thomas and wife Donna Thomas;...
Rosemarie Rutten Dillon
December 11, 2025
Rosemarie Rutten Dillon, age 83 of Ferrum, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 11, 2025 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Karin Dieterle; her beloved husband, Allen R. Dillon; and her sons, Randy (Gayle) and Warren Dillon.
She is survived by her...
Shirley Wright Hinshaw
December 10, 2025
Shirley Wright Hinshaw, age 90 of Henry, VA passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. She was born May 7, 1935 in Guilford County to Joseph and Thelma Wright. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Philip Wright of Burlington, NC.
Shirley graduated from Guilford High School where she met her future...
Tina Elizabeth Foley
December 9, 2025
Tina Elizabeth Foley, age 57 of Glade Hill a loving wife, devoted mother, treasured sister, and loyal friend, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Her passing leaves a space that cannot be filled, but her warmth, laughter, and love will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Tina was preceded in death by Horace Scalf and...
Mae Hodges
December 8, 2025
Mae Agnes Hodges “Granny Mae” of Rocky Mount, VA went to her Heavenly home on Monday, December 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 93.
Granny Mae was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Clinton Hodges; her daughter, Joyce Mullins; and her son, Harvey Hodges; father, Jesse Hodges; and mother Mazor Hodges; sisters, Ellen Anderson and...
Lisa Ashby Shepherd
December 7, 2025
Lisa Ashby Shepherd, 62, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Penhook, Virginia. Born on January 13, 1963, Lisa's life was a quiet and steady presence within her community - a thread woven through years of shared moments and enduring bonds.
She was a devoted mother to her daughter, Abigail Shepherd, and a cherished daughter to her mother, Shiree Ashby, both...
Mary Jane Slate
December 6, 2025
Mary Jane Slate, age 80 of Rocky Mount died Saturday, December 6, 2025. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Robert "Bob" Wood
December 5, 2025
Robert “Bob” Wood (83), of Franklin County, most recently of Ashland, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025. Bob was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Sylvia Wood, and parents, Paul and Ina Wood.
Bob is survived by his loving daughter, Cindy Wood (Steve), and his great-grandson, Jake Parker (Adrianna). Jake is also known as “Bob Bob's favorite”. Bob is...
James "Jamie" Randolph Smith
December 5, 2025
James “Jamie” Randolph Smith, age 55, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away December 5, 2025. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jeannie Bender Smith; paternal grandparents, Eugene and Dannie Smith; and maternal grandmother, Leota “Betty” Howell.
Jamie is survived by his loving wife, Dreama Sigmon Smith; his three sons, Landon Jamie (Abby) Smith, Logan Garrett Smith and Calvin James...
Tina Brown Spencer
December 5, 2025
Tina Marie Brown Spencer, age 41 of Glade Hill died suddenly on Friday, December 5, 2025. She is reunited with her father, Jewell Brown, Sr., and her aunt, Christine Pendleton and their Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by many aunts and uncles and a special father-in-law, Stephen Spencer. Tina is survived by her son, Gabriel Michael Carper,...
Lois Brizendine Overfelt
December 5, 2025
Lois B. Overfelt, age 92 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on December 5, 2025.
She was born on April 30, 1933 in Roanoke, VA to Robert and Loretta Brizendine and attended Andrew Lewis High School in Salem, VA.
Lois was predeceased in death by her husband of 64 years, Garland H. Overfelt Sr., her son, Garland H. Overfelt...
Karen S. Whaley
December 5, 2025
Karen S. Whaley, of Collinsville, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025. There will be no services. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Mary Tracey Calfo
December 5, 2025
Mary Tracey Calfo of Wirtz, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025. Her celebration of life service will be private. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Sue W. Fulcher
December 5, 2025
With heartfelt love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Sue W. Fulcher on December 5, 2025, at the age of 83. Sue was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, remembered for her unwavering dedication to family.
Sue is survived by her children, Deborah (Barry) Joyce, Jeff (Renee) Fulcher, and John Fulcher (Leslie Mahl). She was a proud grandmother to...