Alesia Pawluk Amos
April 20, 2026
Alesia Pawluk Amos, age 73 of Moneta died Monday, April 20, 2026 at her home. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount – Smith Mountain Lake.
George William "Bill" Claus
April 19, 2026
George William ‘Bill’ Claus, age 89 of Blacksburg died on April 19, 2026. He was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa on August 15, 1936 and was married to Marcella Marie Thompson.
A member of the Virginia Tech community since 1973, he conducted research in applied microbiology, published more than 30 scientific papers, and developed cooperative learning techniques for large class and...
The Rev. Mitzi McAlexander Noble
April 18, 2026
The Rev. Mitzi McAlexander Noble of Smith Mountain Lake, Franklin County, Virginia, passed away peacefully at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the age of 85. She is reunited with her beloved husband of 68 years, Dr. Paul B. Noble, who preceded her in death in August 2025.
Born February 6, 1941, in Kingsport, Tennessee, Mitzi grew up...
Vernon Harvey Hinshaw
April 18, 2026
Vernon Harvey Hinshaw, age 90 of Henry, VA passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 18, 2026. He was born August 28, 1935 in Guilford County to Harvey and Belva Hammond Hinshaw. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Shirley Wright Hinshaw (passed December 10, 2025); and siblings, Hoyt Hinshaw,...
Ernest Eugene Ferguson
April 17, 2026
Ernest Eugene “Gene” Ferguson, age 79 of Glade Hill passed away Friday, April 17, 2026. He was born December 9, 1946 and was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Mary Ferguson; five brothers, Albert, Oscar, Edward, Julian and William (Bill); and two sisters, Mabel Payne and Christine Goodbar. Gene had many friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved...
Donna Robertson Jefferson
April 15, 2026
In loving memory of Donna Robertson Jefferson. Donna passed suddenly on April 15th, 2026 at the age of 66 surrounded in prayer by the ones she loved. She has completed her mission here on earth and is now worshiping our Father in Heaven! Donna was a dedicated child of God that shared her faith and her love with everyone she...
Crystal Diana Wood
April 12, 2026
Crystal Diana Wood, age 35 of Rocky Mount died Sunday, April 12, 2026 unexpectedly. She was born October 11, 1990 and was preceded in death by her mother, Abby Diana Wood. Crystal graduated with an advanced diploma from Franklin County High School. Surviving are her father, Anthony Wood; two daughters, Lillyian Wood and Emily Hayes; grandmother, Peggy Wood; grandfather, Norman...
George William Donaldson
April 12, 2026
George William Donaldson, age 90 of Hardy passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026. Local services will be private. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Pine Grove Cemetery in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake.
Zebadiah Blaze Peery
April 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Zebadiah ‘Zeb’ Blaze Peery, born June 12, 2007, who left this world on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Though his time on earth was far too short, it was filled with love, faith, and a spirit that touched countless lives.
Zeb was full of life and never met a stranger. He had...
William Lee Robertson
April 10, 2026
William "Will" Robertson, age 27 of Penhook, passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 10, 2026, leaving behind a loss that words will never fully be able to capture.
Will had a presence that you felt whether it was his laugh, his energy, or the way he could make even ordinary moments unforgettable. He carried both strength and softness, and those who truly...
Jeffrey Delaine Hollandsworth
April 8, 2026
Jeffrey Delaine Hollandsworth, age 64 of Rocky Mount, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Jeff was born March 15, 1962, a son of the late Larry Delaine Hollandsworth and Betty Jean Wimbish Whitlow.
He is survived by his daughter, Alyssa Hollandsworth, and his son, Eric Hollandsworth. He also leaves behind his long‑time companion, Sandra Paulette Young; his sister, Angie Dillon; and his...
Trina Boitnott
April 5, 2026
Trina Maria Wildhaber Boitnott defeated cancer and walked into the victory of heaven early Easter morning, surrounded by her family and cherished friends.
To know Trina is to know the passion, encouragement, service, and love of Christ. A brilliant, vibrant woman, she was gifted with a beautiful sense of humor and a signature laugh that filled a room. She was eternally...
Jeffrey Russell Dean
April 1, 2026
Jeffrey Russell Dean, age 58, of Savannah, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1968, in Maryland to Phillip Dean and Martha Hineman Dean. Jeff grew up in Monrovia, Maryland, where he graduated Lingamore High School in 1986. He later received a bachelor's degree from University of Maryland. Jeff worked for...
Christian Ray Moreland
March 31, 2026
Christian Ray Moreland, age 21 of Glade Hill passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Because of his love for cars and car shows, a Celebration of Life will be held at a fitting venue on a later date, to be announced. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Christine Peters Saul
March 30, 2026
Christine Peters Saul, age 95 of Boones Mill gained her heavenly wings on Monday, March 30, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, William T. Saul; children, Cindy S. Connolly and Anthony D. Saul; parents, Muncie and Bertha Peters; and brothers, Grover and Cloyd Peters. Christine was a faithful and loyal member of Germantown Brick Church of the Brethren...
Lewis H. Sweet, Jr.
March 28, 2026
Lewis H. Sweet, Jr., age 75 of Moneta died Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born May 24, 1950 a son of the late Lewis H. Sweet, Sr. and Frances Wiseman Sweet. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Donald “Donnie” Sweet; and special uncle, Lyle Sweet, Sr.. Lewis retired from CFW/NTELOS after 42 years of service. He...
Minnie Ann Harrison Chitwood
March 28, 2026
Minnie Ann Harrison Chitwood, age 89 of Rocky Mount passed peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Euell Chitwood; and her son, Clarence Chitwood.
Left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Wilbur Chitwood, Billy Joe Chitwood (Drema) and Wallace Chitwood; her special niece, Mary Helen Shockley; as well as three granddaughters; and...
Amos Lee Bowles
March 27, 2026
Amos Lee Bowles, age 66 of Rocky Mount, passed away Friday, March 28, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos Bowles and Eva Young Bowman; sister, Barbara Ann Bowles; and step-son, David Bradley. He is survived by his wife, Marsha Bowles; step-son, Leslie Bradley; step-daughter, Tina Mellinger; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Jim, Kay, Charles, Dorothy and...
Betsy Faye Hall
March 27, 2026
Betsy Faye Hall, age 96 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, March 27, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Hall; and her son, Steve Hall. Services will be private. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Kathy Marie Hatchett
March 26, 2026
In the early morning hours of March 26, 2026, Kathy Marie Hatchett, 68, went to walk with the Lord. She was surrounded by her family at her home in Snow Creek when she lost her almost yearlong battle with cancer.
She was born Aug 11, 1957, in Henry County to the late Letcher Oakes and Ruby Mae Oakes. She grew up...