Gregory Clinton Skoog
March 8, 2026
Gregory Clinton Skoog, age 78 of Wirtz, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026. Local arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Michael Lee Bowman
March 8, 2026
Michael Lee Bowman, age 62 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Ronald Wayne Bennett
March 5, 2026
Ronald Wayne Bennett, (Ronnie), age 87, of Rocky Mount passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Pheasant Ridge Nursing Home. Ronnie was the son of the late Johnnie and Lavon Bennett of Rocky Mount. Ronnie was married for 60 years and survived by his beloved wife, Mary Sigmon Bennett. Ronnie is also survived by his brother, Jimmy Bennett; and sister,...
Darla Dianne "DeeDee" Dalton
March 5, 2026
Darla Dianne Dalton “DeeDee”, age 60 of Rocky Mount died Thursday, March 5, 2026 at her home. She was preceded by her mother, Betty M. Holmes; and step-mother, Clara Dalton. Surviving are her daughter, Chelsea Hylton (Logan); son, Mark Maxey; grandchildren, Weston Hylton and Lainey Hylton; father, Lawrence Dalton; sister, Misty Hall (Josh); brother, Ashley Holmes (Sarah); step-father, Jimmy Holmes...
Barbara Kay Martin France
March 5, 2026
Barbara Kay Martin France, born August 7, 1949, of the Snow Creek community in Franklin County, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family, listening to her favorite music.
A lifelong resident of the area she loved, Barbara was a dedicated beautician whose chair was more than a place for a haircut—it was a gathering place...
Paul English Hicks II
March 4, 2026
Paul English Hicks II, age 79 of Rocky Mount died Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at his home. He was born August 31, 1946 a son of the late Paul, Sr. and Evelyn Hicks. Mr. Hicks graduated Tennessee High in Bristol, TN, the University of Tennessee where he was a member of Pride of the UT Southland Band, and University of...
Jeremiah Aken
March 4, 2026
Jeremiah Nansen Aken, 50, of Wirtz, Viginia passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at home after a short illness.
Born in Roanoke, VA, he was the son of Leonard Aken and the late Joyce Aken. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Gracie Rexrode.
He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Ferrum College in...
Leonard Shipman Martin, Jr.
March 4, 2026
Rev. Leonard Shipman Martin, Jr., age 92 of Boones Mill died Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Joseph Prutzman
March 3, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joe Prutzman, age 70, of Henry, VA, on March 3, 2026, after a lengthy battle with Leukemia.
Born on December 24, 1955, in Wilkes-Barre, PA to John and Mary Prutzman, Joe lived life on his own terms. While Joe enjoyed having fun and was often the life of the party, he was forever...
Maynard Lee Prillaman
March 3, 2026
Maynard Lee Prillaman, age 89 of Rocky Mount, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 3rd, 2026, with his son and grandson by his side. He was the son of the late Raymond Jackson and Vivian Cassie Elgin Prillaman. Maynard was born on April 9, 1936, in his grandparents (Christian Monroe and Rosa Hannah Jackson Prillaman)...
Teresa Rhodes Lobmeyer
March 2, 2026
Teresa “Terry” Lobmeyer (Rhodes), a beloved wife, devoted daughter, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, March 2, at the age of 61.
One of the most genuine people you could meet, Terry was known for her radiant smile, her unmistakable raspy voice — a testament to her strength after overcoming throat cancer earlier in life —...
Clara Ann Hambrick Dalton
March 2, 2026
Clara Ann Hambrick Dalton “Scooter”, age 75 of Penhook passed away Monday, March 2, 2026. She was born November 25, 1950, daughter of the late Charlie and Ella Hambrick. She was also preceded in death by her three brothers, Charles Hambrick, Roy Hambrick and Joe Hambrick; and sister, Mary Young. Surviving are her husband of 56 years, Lawrence Dalton; daughters,...
John Henry Mattox
March 1, 2026
Mr. John Henry Mattox, age 76 departed this life from his earthly home on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Born on May 26, 1949, he was the beloved son of the late Walter and Virginia Mattox. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Walter "Duke" Mattox; and his sister, Rachel Clark.
John received his early education in the public schools...
John Harvey Carmichael
March 1, 2026
John Harvey Carmichael, age 75 of Callaway passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026. He was born December 16, 1950, a son of the late Robert Stuart Carmichael and Mary Dargan Carmichael. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Peter Carmichael; and aunt, Elizabeth McKenna. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Cynthia Gay Carmichael;...
Henry Charles Joranlien
February 28, 2026
Henry Charles Joranlien, age 74 of Hardy passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake.
William Scott Twitty
February 27, 2026
William Scott Twitty, age 78 of Staunton died Friday, February 27, 2026. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Rita Robertson Layman
February 26, 2026
“Well done, good and faithful servant.”—Matthew, 25:21
Rita Robertson Layman, 62, went to her heavenly home on February 26, 2026, in Orange Park, Florida, surrounded by family and friends following a tragic accident while on vacation in St. Augustine, Florida on February 12, 2026. She was a faithful woman that clothed her family in God’s love and taught others by example...
Betty Moore Jefferson
February 25, 2026
Betty Moore Jefferson, age 91 of Wirtz, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026. She was a member of Sandy Ridge Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Stanford Jefferson. Left to cherish her memory are her three children, Lisa McNiel, Donna McCullough, and Steve Jefferson; grandchildren, Kati Wright, Josh Brumfield and Kim Hodges; several great-grandchildren; three...
Carolyn Holland Wainwright
February 24, 2026
After faithfully and bravely enduring a long illness, Carolyn Holland Wainwright, age 72, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Carolyn was born on June 28, 1953, to the late Walter H. Holland, Sr. and Ola Witcher Holland. Carolyn was a faithful member of Morningside Missionary Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, Virginia where she served on the Usher Board...
Stephanie Jones
February 23, 2026
Stephanie Jones, age 76 of Rocky Mount passed away Monday, February 23, 2026. Services are private. Arrangements by Flora Funeral and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.