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, age 57 of Wirtz, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025. Her celebration of life service will be held at Flora Funeral Chapel 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026. 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...
Juanita Tabor
December 4, 2025
Juanita Tabor, age 81 of Hardy, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake
Thomas Booth Lamm
December 3, 2025
Thomas Booth Lamm, age 67 of Roxboro, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday December 3, 2025. There will be no services. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Phyllis Yvonne Sweeney
December 2, 2025
Phyllis Yvonne Sweeney, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, age 82 of Rocky Mount passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 and was welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior. She fought the good fight, finished the race, and has kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7). She was the daughter of the late Hoyt Barton and Virginia Worthy Barton....
Michelle Elaine Epperly-Hodges
November 30, 2025
Michelle Elaine Epperly-Hodges, age 57 of Rocky Mount, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Epperly and Diane Lipes; mother-in-law, Nancy Lee Hodges; and sister, Tracy. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, John Hodges; children, Jamie Vaughn (Crystal), Andrew Chambers and Michael Hodges (Shy); grandchildren, Dominic White, Jaylin White,...
Shelby Garrett Dix
November 29, 2025
Shelby Davis Garrett Dix, age 88 of Rocky Mount, Virginia passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital. She was a true Coal Miner’s daughter of the late Daniel Edgar Davis Sr. and the late Wilma Lawson Davis. She was predeceased by her husbands, Edmond K. Garrett, Jr., and Claris Brooks Dix, Jr. She was...
Justin Broderick Nagel
November 26, 2025
Justin Broderick Nagel, 31, of Lynchburg, Virginia, left this world unexpectedly on November 26, 2025 in Roanoke, Virginia. He was born May 3, 1994, in Roanoke, Virginia. He was the son of Jason Nagel and Elizabeth Nagel.
Justin entered life wide open, curious, expressive, and alive in a way that made the world around him feel bigger. He was drawn to...
Annie Bell Hodges
November 26, 2025
In loving memory of Annie Bell Perdue Hodges, 81, who went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 26, 2025.
Annie Bell lived a devoted life to faith and family. She always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. She was...
Thomas Jackson Crickenberger II
November 25, 2025
Thomas Jackson “Tommy” Crickenberger II, 93, of Salem, VA, passed away Tuesday evening, November 25, 2025, after several years of declining health.
Born in Emporia, VA, to Juel and George Crickenberger, Tommy graduated from Emporia High School before joining the United States Army, serving during the Korean War. Part of his service included parachuting with the 101st Airborne Division. After six...
David Kent Johnson
November 25, 2025
David Kent Johnson, age 75 of Ferrum, VA went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at his home with his family.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Flora Funeral Service, 665 S Main St, Rocky Mount, VA 24151. The funeral service will start at 2:00...
Betty J. Littlejohn
November 25, 2025
Betty J. Littlejohn, age 80 of Rocky Mount died Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Alain Joseph Deacon
November 24, 2025
Alain Joseph Deacon, of Rocky Mount, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 64 surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Alain developed a lifelong love of skating and hockey. He was a loving father, devoted husband, cherished sibling, and proud grandfather, remembered for his talent, creativity, and the...